La Paz County College Services

The new facilty at 1109 Geronimo Avenue

is 

NOW OPEN

We have NEW state-of-the-art technology resources!

Link to New Facilities Page

Parker Learning Center
1109 Geronimo Ave., Parker, AZ 85344

Degree Programs

Arizona Western College's Parker Learning Center offers four degree programs and a variety of specialized certificates:

1. Associate of Arts (A.A.) in:

• General Studies
• History
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Elementary Education
• Secondary Education
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Administration of Justice

 

2. Associate of General Studies (A.G.S)

3. Associate of Business (A.Bus.)

4. Associate of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.) in:

• General Business
• Child Development
• Emphasis in Law Enforcement
• Casino Management

 

Specialized Certificates

There are many certificates offered each semester. Medical, Computer Specialties, Early Childhood Education, Law Enforcement and Fire Science are just a few of the certificated areas. Check with the office to confirm the dates and times of specific instruction.

Occupational, academic, and enrichment classes are also scheduled throughout La Paz County each semester. Courses are offered during four semesters to take advantage of the excellent weather.

They are the following:

• Fall (August-December)
• Spring (January-May)
• Winter (October-March)
• Summer (June-July)

Distance Learning Courses

Today's innovative technology allows individuals to take high-quality distance learning courses that fit into their personal, work, or family schedules. As a result, La Paz Center offers a number of distance learning courses to meet changing needs of adult learners. These distance-learning modes are available:

• Interactive Television (ITN)
• Internet (on line)
• Telecourses
• Open-entry / open-exit (computer labs)
• Mixed Media
• Cable Educational Channel 75 (offers educational classes and talk shows)

La Paz AWC has many partnerships with the community: Parker Library, Career Center, La Paz Certified School District, The Town of Parker and the County, Quartzsite, Salome, Wenden, and Ehrnberg are just a few.

Staff

	Jim Brouillette Director of La Paz Center
	Pam Boyd Coordinator of Technology
	Margaret Dewey Learning & Student Service Coordinator
	Steven Murto Computer Tech
	Andy Wheatley Upward Bound
	Eileen Ostergren Educational Talent Search Academic Coordinator
	Kathy Ocampo Learning Center Clerk
	Teresa Tozer Learning Center Assistant
	Richard Jahna Professor of English
	Steven Stevenson Maintenance & Operation
	Gary Bochert Maintenance & Operation
	Vickie Peine ITN Technician
	David Martinez ITN Technician
	Jackie Levias ITN Technician
	Melody Standiford Editor
	Matthew Cornell Lab Assistant
	Mercy Alcorn ITN Technician

 

CONTACT US

Learning Center:
1109 Geronimo Ave
Parker, AZ 85344
Information: 928.669.2214
Fax: 928.669.5350

Technology: 928.669.6551
ITN: 928.314.9568
Fax: 928.314.9579

Computer Lab Hours:
Monday - Thursday
7:00am - 8:00pm