▸ASSOCIATE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
SAU Tech’s Associate of Professional Studies in Environmental Management is designed for working professionals in the environmental field who want to advance their education and career. This flexible, online program builds on prior technical training and certification—allowing students to turn workforce experience into college credit.
Students will expand their understanding of environmental policy, safety regulations, and management practices while developing leadership and communication skills needed in supervisory roles. The curriculum supports those working in areas such as water and wastewater operations, solid waste, environmental health and safety, and more.
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ASSOCIATE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
About the Program
The Associate of Professional Studies (A.P.S.) in Environmental Management is designed to prepare graduates for leadership roles in municipal and industrial environmental systems. Whether you're working in wastewater, water treatment, or solid waste management, this degree provides the foundation to move into supervisory or management-level positions.
100% Online and built to fit the schedule of working professionals, the program offers flexible learning while delivering real-world knowledge and skills relevant to today’s environmental workforce.
Program Goals
The goal of this program is to prepare students for employment in environmental fields such as:
- Water Treatment
- Wastewater Treatment
- Industrial Waste Treatment
- Solid Waste Management
- Environmental Management
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this degree, students will be able to:
- PLO 1: Demonstrate knowledge of technical, regulatory, operational, and administrative aspects of Environmental Science.
- PLO 2: Recognize and analyze common occurrences and problems within the environmental field.
- PLO 3: Develop solutions to address environmental challenges using industry best practices.
Degree & Certificate Options
- Associate of Professional Studies (APS) – Environmental Management
- Technical Certificate (TC) – Environmental Management
- Certificate of Proficiency (CP) – Water Treatment
- Certificate of Proficiency (CP) – Wastewater Management
These stackable credentials let you progress at your own pace, gaining practical knowledge and advancing your career step by step.
Hear from Our Graduates
Shannon Jones – Director, Public Utilities Department, City of Santa Fe
“I was working as a water system operator and needed a degree to move forward. SAU Tech’s online program was the perfect fit. I earned my degree in 2005, and from there I was promoted several times—eventually becoming the Director of Public Utilities. I now oversee water, wastewater, and environmental services for over 84,000 residents. Without SAU Tech, I wouldn’t be whe
Contact SAU Tech
Academy of Environmental Training - ASSOCIATE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
- Temeke Butler, Program Advisor
- Jodi Eppinette, Associate Vice Chancellor for Academics
- Randy Harper, Faculty
- Rickey Cole, Faculty
- Jeremy Rowe, Faculty
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