General Education Requirements for the Associate in Arts and Associates in Science Degrees
The general education requirements at HCC are not just a group of courses. These requirements represent the philosophy of education to provide an adequate body of common knowledge necessary to assure a broadly based liberal education. These courses strive to provide proficiency in writing, reading, speaking and listening; they teach mathematical structures which acquaint students with critical thinking skills; they encourage an understanding of science and scientific inquiry; and they provide familiarity with various branches of human understanding.
Each degree program at HCC contains an integrated core of general education requirements. This emphasis helps students understand they are not only trained but also educated and that they are not only individuals but also members of the greater human community. It is a belief that these requirements can enrich the lives of students, broaden their perspectives, and make learning a lifelong enterprise.