Michigan Workforce Pathways

The MiWorkforce Pathways provide guidance for transfer agreements between many Associate in Applied Arts programs and bachelor’s degree completion programs at Michigan’s public and private colleges and universities. Participating OCC programs and partnering four-year institutions and their programs may be found under each Pathway area.

As further OCC Pathways are developed their information will be added to the list below.

Details of each MiWorkforce Pathways including the full agreement may be found at MiWorkforce Pathways.

Applied Business

Associate in Applied Science – Management Development – Business Management
Associate in Applied Science – Construction Management

Baker College
- Bachelor of General Studies*
Davenport University
- Bachelor of Applied Science – Integrative Professional Studies*
- Bachelor of Applied Science - Integrative Professional Studies – Partnerships
Ferris State University
- Bachelor of Science – Business Administration with Specialized Concentrations*
Grand Valley State University
- Bachelor of Arts or Science - Integrative Studies*
Northwood University
- Bachelor of Applied Business*
Saginaw Valley State University
- Bachelor of General Studies
Siena Heights University
- Bachelor of Applied Science*
Walsh College
- Bachelor of Business Administration*
- Bachelor of Science – Applied Management*

*Designates the program is available online.

General Applied Science

Associate in Applied Science – Automotive Servicing
Associate in Applied Science – CAD and Engineering Technology
- Computer Aided Engineering Option
- Product Design Option
- Vehicle Design Option
Associate in Applied Science – Criminal Justice
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Generalist
- law Enforcement
Associate in Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Associate in Applied Science – Early Childhood Education
Associate in Applied Science – Fire Fighter Technology
Associate in Applied Science – Graphic Design
Associate in Applied Science – Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technical Option
Associate in Applied Science – Heavy Equipment Repair
Associate in Applied Science – Industrial Technology – Technical Apprentice/Skilled Trades
Associate in Applied Science – Interior Design
Associate in Applied Science – Library Services and Technology
Associate in Applied Science – Machine Tool Technology – Numerical Control Technology
Associate in Applied Science – Paralegal
Associate in Applied Science – Robotics/Automated Systems Technology
Associate in Applied Science – Sign Language Interpreter
Associate in Applied Science – Technological Sciences

Baker College
- Bachelor of General Studies*
Davenport University
- Bachelor of Applied Science – Integrative Professional Studies*
- Bachelor of Applied Science - Integrative Professional Studies – General Partnerships
Ferris State University
- Bachelor of Science – Computer Information Systems
- Bachelor of Science – Computer Information Technology
Grand Valley State University
- Bachelor of Arts or Science - Integrative Studies*
Northwood University
- Bachelor of Applied Business*
Oakland University
- Bachelor of Integrative Studies*
Saginaw Valley State University
- Bachelor of General Studies
Siena Heights University
- Bachelor of Applied Science*
Walsh College
- Bachelor of Business Administration*
- Bachelor of Science – Applied Management*

*Designates the program is available online.

Healthcare

Associate in Applied Science – Dental Hygiene
Associate in Applied Science – Diagnostic Medical Services
Associate in Applied Science – Emergency Medical Services
Associate in Applied Science – Mental Health/Social Work
Associate in Applied Science – Nursing
Associate in Applied Science – Nursing Transition LPN to APN Track
Associate in Applied Science – Radiographic Technology
Associate in Applied Science – Respiratory Therapy
Associate in Applied Science – Surgical Technology

Davenport University
- Bachelor of Applied Science – Applied Business*
Ferris State University
- Bachelor of Science – Allied Health Science*
Grand Valley State University
- Bachelor of Arts or Science - Integrative Studies*
- Bachelor of Science – Allied Health Science*
Oakland University
- Bachelor of Science – Applied Health Sciences
Rochester Christian University
- Bachelor of Science – Healthcare Management (Accelerated)*
Saginaw Valley State University
- Bachelor of General Studies
Siena Heights University
- Bachelor of Applied Science*
Walsh College
- Bachelor of Business Administration*
- Bachelor of Science – Applied Management*

*Designates the program is available online.

Information Technology

Associate in Applied Science – Computer Information Systems
- Business Systems Analysis Option
- Cybersecurity Option
- Information Technology Support Option
- Software Engineering Option

Alma College
- Information Technology
Baker College
- Bachelor of General Studies*
Davenport University
- Bachelor of Applied Science – Applied Business*
- Bachelor of Applied Science – Integrative Professional Studies*
- Bachelor of Applied Science - Integrative Professional Studies – Partnerships
Grand Valley State University
- Bachelor of Arts or Science - Integrative Studies*
Northwood University
- Bachelor of Science – Applied Business*
Rochester Christian University
- Bachelor of Business Administration – Computer Information Systems*
Saginaw Valley State University
- Bachelor of General Studies
Siena Heights University
- Bachelor of Applied Science*
Walsh College
- Bachelor of Business Administration*
- Bachelor of Science – Applied Management*

*Designates the program is available online.

Although the Michigan Transfer Pathways are designed to be easily understood, to ensure a smooth transition, students should work with an OCC counselor in addition to an advisor from the college or university they intend to transfer. For additional information, visit MiTransfer Pathways.

Contact a Counselor

Counseling phone number: (248) 341-2270

Service Hours (by appointment only)

Monday, Thursday & Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Onsite & Virtual services)
Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Onsite & Virtual services)
- 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. (Virtual)
Wednesdays counselors are available for same day drop-in sessions. Join a waitlist.
Saturday (see dates below): 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Virtual services only)
- First two Saturdays in January
- Entire months of July (except July 5), August & December