CAD/Design Programs Overview

People who enter Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) schools are doing so for training in this technology that allows for the design of real objects and virtual objects in a 2D or 3D format. Students will be exposed to classes that explain things like how to use drafting equipment, reproduction techniques, basic CAD use, AutoCAD commands, geometric constructions, electronic schematic drafting, electrical drafting, and other CAD industry related program sources or techniques.

Who goes to CAD Drafting Schools?

People who go to CAD schools are interested in finding career-level jobs in many different kinds of industries that use computer aided design. These students often have interest areas in other places and use CAD drafting as a way of entering those industries.

CAD drafting is offered through trade schools, colleges, or universities to people who have graduated from high school or have a GED certificate. Courses are offered for just certification or as a part of a general education for an AA, BA, or Master Degree for this interest area. As a general rule, the people who earn the higher degrees have an easier time finding career-level jobs in today’s rough job market.

For people who would like more information about CAD drafting in all of its various forms, we suggest that you read through school course catalogs and class descriptions. We offer a large list of links to schools where course catalogs can be found for more information about this exciting career choice field.

Online Colleges Offering Arts & Design Degrees

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University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

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Savannah College of Art and Design is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

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McCann School of Business & Technology is accredited to award occupational associate degrees and certification diplomas by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education,.

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Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology.

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The International Academy of Design & Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Arizona Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

California Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

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Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

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      Kentucky Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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      Florida Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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      Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT), 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 302, Arlington, VA, 22201, (703) 247-4212. Approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in Federal Student Aid programs to assist students who need funds to attend school. Approved by SLM Financial Corporation to make career training loans available to our students. Approved by the Board of Cosmetology, Department of Business and Professional Regulation, 1940 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0790, (850) 488-5702. Approved by the Board of Massage Therapy, Florida Department of Health, 1940 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0774, (850) 488-0595. Approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), formerly known as the INS, to admit foreign students. Member of the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) Member of the Florida State Massage Therapy Association (FSMTA).

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        Colorado Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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        Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

        Illinois Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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        Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

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        Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

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        Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

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          Texas Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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          Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

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          Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

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            Virginia Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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            Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

            Accreditation  

            Westwood College is currently nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Westwood received Higher Learning Commission (HLC) candidacy status in October 2007. HLC is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits colleges and universities. Westwood’s candidacy was granted after a comprehensive review.

            Alaska Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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            McCann School of Business & Technology is accredited to award occupational associate degrees and certification diplomas by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education,.

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            (WASCSR) Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities.

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              Accredited by ACICS (Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools).

              North Carolina Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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                        Delaware Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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                          New York Campus Colleges Offering Arts & Design Programs

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