Institutes | Estrella Mountain Community College

What is an Institute?

Institutes were created to provide a network of resources, specific to the career or field you have chosen to study, that will strengthen your learning pathway while at EMCC. By joining an Institute, you will be connected to learning communities and have access to success tools that can help you complete your certificate or degree, prepare for a career and/or university transfer, and enhance your overall student experience at EMCC.

Institute success tools	How do I join an Institute?
No applications, no extra assignments, no fees…just a great opportunity to be a part of a great learning community Personalized support, advisement and guidance from faculty Student clubs and social networks Events and activities Study with peers pursuing the same degree/career path Goal planning and development Strong industry partnerships (internships, professional advisory councils, etc.). Ability to belong to more than one Institute	Attend an orientation for the Institute in your area(s) of study. Click on any of the Institute links on this page to find more information on Orientation dates. Learn about the resources directly linked to your area of interest and personal career goals – all in one place. Select your Institute(s). Participate in Institute activities, access resources, and build YOUR own community of success!

Institute success tools

How do I join an Institute?

No applications, no extra assignments, no fees…just a great opportunity to be a part of a great learning community
Personalized support, advisement and guidance from faculty
Student clubs and social networks
Events and activities
Study with peers pursuing the same degree/career path
Goal planning and development
Strong industry partnerships (internships, professional advisory councils, etc.).
Ability to belong to more than one Institute

Attend an orientation for the Institute in your area(s) of study.
- Click on any of the Institute links on this page to find more information on Orientation dates.
- Learn about the resources directly linked to your area of interest and personal career goals – all in one place.
Select your Institute(s).
Participate in Institute activities, access resources, and build YOUR own community of success!

Administration of Justice Studies Institute

Provides you with enrichment experiences during the pursuit of a degree or certificate in the area of Administration of Justice at EMCC.

Business Institute

The Business Institute provides enrichment experiences as you pursue the Business Associates degrees or certificates.

Culinary Institute

The Culinary Institute provides you with enrichment experiences during the pursuit of a Culinary Associate’s Degree.

Energy Institute

The Energy Institute programs follow a stackable credential model that prepares you for a successful career at all levels.

Engineering Institute

The Engineering Program is designed to prepare students for the engineering field.

Multimedia Institute

The Multimedia Technologies Institute provides you with enrichment experiences as you pursue your certificate, degree, or transfer to a bachelor’s degree program.

Networking Technologies Institute

The Networking Technologies Institute provides you with enrichment experiences as you pursue a certificate, degree, industry certification, or transfer to a bachelor’s degree program.

Teacher Education Institute

Includes programs in the area of Teacher Education, Early Childhood Development, and Speech-Language/Pathology Assistant, this will give you extra support and enhance your student experience.