Welcome to Centralia College
Centralia College is YOUR college - we are here for you! With more than 60 job training, academic, and pre-college programs, wherever you want to go starts right here.
We're so glad you're here
Centralia College has been providing affordable, high quality education for more than 100 years. Our staff and faculty are committed to your success and are eager to help you on your journey.
Take a Tour
The best way to see if Centralia College is right for you is to take a formal campus tour. Let our tour guides show you the programs, services, and resources that are most important to you.
Visit the Welcome Desk
The Welcome Desk is located in the TransAlta Commons building on the first floor. Welcome Desk staff can answer questions about admissions and registration, programs, and funding options, and give you a feel for the campus environment. Hours are 8am to 5pm Monday through Thursday and 8am to 12pm Friday.
Submit an Admissions Form
Ready to get started? Submitting an online admission form is easy and free. The steps to being admitted vary depending on if you're brand new to college, coming back, or transferring, or if you're active duty or veteran.
Program Options
Centralia College's programs are arranged into themed areas of study to help make choosing a career path easier. The programs in each area of study have similar tracks so it's easier to shift among the programs as your grow and learn.
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Arts, Humanities, & CommunicationThinking critically, working creatively, expressing your vision and views - the Arts, Humanities, and Communication pathway will help you develop information literacy, cultural awareness, and the capacity to adapt to careers as technologies change them. |
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BusinessThe Business Area of Study will help you learn methods of maintaining a competitive edge in business through theory and practical learning. You'll have the opportunity to earn certificates and degrees that will lead to your workplace of choice or guide you through the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. |
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EducationIgnite young minds and pursue a fulfilling career in teaching through the Education Area of Study. This pathway prepares you to teach in early childhood, elementary, and secondary school settings. Choose from options depending on the age group and subjects you wish to teach. |
Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education (K-8) leads to Washington State certification |
ExploratoryThe Exploratory Area of Study serves students who are either undecided with their choice of major or career goal. This Area of Study will assist you with your consideration and ultimate declaration of a major and degree or certificate based on your interests, goals, and academic skills. You will work closely with faculty and staff to explore potential majors and careers in your first two quarters on campus. |
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HealthcareThe Healthcare Area of Study holds many opportunities for students with a wide set of interests and backgrounds, but with the common thread of providing excellent service to patients and making a difference in other people's lives. |
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Science, Technology, Engineering, & MathJoin students with a passion for exploration, research, and innovation. Study genes in a lab, manage electrical systems, analyze water quality, design engines, roads or bridges, or explore volcanoes. Courses in this Area of Study will be relevant to your interests, goals, and desired degree to help you graduate and change the world. |
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Skilled TradesWork with leading-edge technology, tools and equipment to solve problems and get creative across several growing trades. Diesel technician, application developer, or welder—set a target on your career via the Technology, Trades, & Manufacturing area of study to advance your industry value and reach your career goals quickly. |
Bachelor of Applied Science in Diesel Technology |
Social Science & Human ServicesExplore how people think, feel and interact — individually and within and across society (how we got to where we are) — in the Social Science & Human Services area of study. Choose from an array of people-focused careers, including public service, economics, counseling, social welfare, law enforcement, government and homeland security. |
Bachelor of Applied Science in Behavioral Healthcare Social Sciences - Anthropology, History, Psychology, Sociology |