Finish Your CCAF Associate Degree on Your Schedule
…Through the General Education Mobile Program at Virginia Peninsula Community College
As a proud participant in the GEM program, VPCC offers the general education classes Airmen and Guardians need to complete their associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force. You'll find courses that are convenient, flexible, and affordable.
Ready to enroll? Registration is easy.
First, contact your base education center for an Air Force & Space Force Tuition Assistance Briefing. Your counselor will explain how to create a CCAF education goal and apply for Air Force & Space Force Tuition Assistance (TA) in the Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) in the AF Portal in order to utilize the GEM Program.
Next, complete our new student application. There is no application fee.
Then, set up your student account using the information you'll receive from us.
After that, select the courses you need to satisfy CCAF general education requirements; many of these classes have various schedule options; take them online (or in-residence) during a traditional 16-week term, 12-week term, or an 8-week term. Click here for a listing of the course schedule (VPCC Courses)
Approved Courses
| Written Communication | ||
| ENG111 | College Composition I | Must be taken in sequence. Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in academic and professional contexts. Teaches the use of print and digital technologies to promote inquiry. Requires the production of a variety of academic texts, totaling at least 4500 words (15 pages typed) of polished writing. This course requires proficiency in using word processing and learning management software. UCGS/Passport Course |
| ENG112 | College Composition II | Further develops students’ ability to write for academic and professional contexts with increased emphasis on argumentation and research. Requires students to evaluate, integrate, and document print and digital sources to produce a range of academic and multimodal texts, culminating in a fully documented research paper. This course requires proficiency in using word processing and learning management software. UCGS Course |
| Oral Communication | ||
| CST100 | Public Speaking | Applies theory and principles of public address with an emphasis on preparation and on the extemporaneous method of delivery. The assignments in the course require college-level reading and analysis of scholarly studies and coherent communication through written reports, including the production of at least one APA/MLA-formatted individual writing assignment. UCGS Course |
| Mathematics | ||
| MTH154 | Quantitative Reasoning | Presents topics in proportional reasoning, modeling, financial literacy and validity studies (logic and set theory). Focuses on the process of taking a real-world situation, identifying the mathematical foundation needed to address the problem, solving the problem and applying what is learned to the original situation. UCGS/Passport Course |
| MTH155 | Statistical Reasoning | Presents elementary statistical methods and concepts including visual data presentation, descriptive statistics, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation and linear regression. Emphasis is placed on the development of statistical thinking, simulation, and the use of statistical software. UCGS/Passport Course |
| MTH161 | PreCalculus I | Presents topics in power, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations and inequalities. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 161: Precalculus I and MTH 167: Precalculus with Trigonometry or equivalent. UCGS/Passport Course |
| MTH162 | PreCalculus II | Presents trigonometry, trigonometric applications including Law of Sines and Cosines and an introduction to conics. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 162: Precalculus II and MTH 167: Precalculus with Trigonometry or equivalent. UCGS/Passport Course |
| MTH245 | Statistics I | Presents an overview of statistics, including descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and linear regression. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155: Statistical Reasoning and MTH 245: Statistics I or equivalent. UCGS/Passport Course |
| MTH263 | Calculus I | Presents concepts of limits, derivatives, differentiation of various types of functions and use of differentiation rules, application of differentiation, antiderivatives, integrals and applications of integration. UCGS/Passport Course |
| MTH264 | Calculus II | Continues the study of calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular, polar, and parametric graphing, indefinite and definite integrals, methods of integration, and power series along with applications. Features instruction for mathematical, physical and engineering science programs. UCGS Course |
| Social Science | ||
| PSY200 | Principles of Psychology | Surveys the basic concepts of psychology. Covers the scientific study of behavior and mental processes, research methods and measurement, theoretical perspectives, and application. Includes biological bases of behavior, learning, social interactions, memory, and personality; and other topics such as sensation, perception, consciousness, thinking, intelligence, language, motivation, emotion, health, development, psychological disorders, and therapy. UCGS/Passport Course |
| PSY230 | Developmental Psychology | Traces development in context from pre-conception to death, including the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial domains. Examines methods of scientific inquiry as they apply to lifespan development. Addresses the interrelatedness of developmental domains, as well as the interdependent influences of environment and biology. Students majoring in or considering a major in Psychology should complete PSY 200 prior to PSY 230. |
| SOC200 | Introduction to Sociology | Introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology with attention to sociological theory, research methods, and the impact of social inequality. Examines a variety of topics such as culture, race, social class, gender, major social institutions and their role in contemporary society, and the processes of social change. UCGS/Passport Course |
| HIS121 | United States History to 1877 | Introduces the history of the United States from its origins to 1877. Includes the European exploration, development of the American colonies and their institutions, the Revolution, major political, social and economic developments, geographical expansion, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. UCGS/Passport Course |
| HIS122 | United States History since 1865 | Introduces the history of the United States from 1865 to present. Includes major political, social and economic developments since 1865, overseas expansion, the two world wars, the Cold War and the post-Cold War era. Can be taken out of sequence. USGS/Passport Course |
| HIS141 | African-American History I | May be taken out of sequence. Surveys the history of Black Americans from their African origins to the present. HIS142 African-American History II |
| HIS142 | African-American History II | Surveys the history of Black Americans from their African origins to the present. Can be taken out of sequence. |
| ECO201 | Principles of Macroeconomics | Presents the fundamental macroeconomic concepts, theories, and issues including the study of scarcity and opportunity cost, supply and demand, national economic growth, inflation, recession, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policies, and international trade. Develops an appreciation of how these economic concepts apply to consumer, business, and government decisions, and their effect on the overall economy. UCGS/Passport Course |
| ECO202 | Principles of Microeconomics | Presents the fundamental microeconomic concepts, theories, and issues including the study of scarcity and opportunity cost, supply and demand, elasticities, marginal revenues and costs, profits, production and distribution. Develops an appreciation of how these economic concepts apply to consumer and business decisions, and their effect on the individual. UCGS/Passport Course |
| PLS135 | U.S. Government and Politics | Teaches the political structure, processes, institutions, and policy making of the US national government. Focuses on the three branches of government, their interrelationships, and how they shape policy. Addresses federalism; civil liberties and civil rights; political socialization and participation; public opinion, the media; interest groups; political parties; elections; and policy making. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports. UCGS/Passport Course |
| Humanities | ||
| HUM201 | Early Humanities | Examines the values and expressions of ideas of selected western and non-western cultures from prehistory up to the 1300s, integrating the arts, literature, religion, and philosophy within the context of history. The assignments in this course require college-level reading, analysis of scholarly studies, and coherent communication through properly cited and formatted written reports |
| HUM202 | Modern Humanities | Examines the values and expression of ideas of selected western and non-western cultures from the 1300s until 2900s integrating the visual arts, literature, religion, music and philosophy within the context of history. The assignments in this course require college-level reading, analysis of scholarly studies, and coherent communication through properly cited and formatted written reports. UCGS/Passport Course |
| PHI220 | Ethics and Society | Provides a systematic study of representative ethical concepts and theories and discusses their application to concrete moral dilemmas and social issues and problems. UCGS/Passport Course |
| ENG245 | British Literature | Examines British literary traditions and texts from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading, discussion, and analysis of literary texts in their historical, cultural, social, and/or literary contexts. Credit will not be awarded for ENG 245 and ENG 243 or ENG 244. UCGS Cours |
| ENG246 | American Literature | Examines American literary traditions and texts from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Analyzes literary works within their historical, cultural, social, and/or literary contexts. Emphasizes skills of close reading. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through discussion, interpretation, and analysis of these texts. Credit will not be awarded for ENG 246 and ENG 241 or ENG 242. UCGS Course |
| ENG255 | World Literature | Examines literary texts across a variety of cultures, genres, and time periods. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading, discussion, and analysis of literary texts from around the world in their historical, cultural, social, and/or literary contexts. Credit will not be awarded for ENG 255 and ENG 251 or ENG 252. UCGS Course |
| ENG275 | Women in Literature | Examines literary texts by women writers from diverse time periods, genres, and authors. Develops skills of close reading and literary analysis through analysis of texts within their historical, cultural, social, and/or literary contexts. Explores how women's experiences have shaped their literary contributions, the cultural forces affecting their lives, and how they have used writing to shape their cultures. Credit will not be awarded for ENG 275 and ENG 273 or ENG 274. UCGS Course |
| MUS121 | Music in Society | Explores the language of music through an introduction to basic elements, forms and styles across time. Acquaints students with composers' lives and influential creative individualities, discovering representative works and milestones in western society. Develops techniques for listening analytically and critically. Reviews historical development and significance of art music within the context of evolving societal structures. UCGS/Passport Course |
| ART101 | History of Art: Prehistoric to Gothic | Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the prehistoric era through the Gothic. UCGS/Passport Course |
| ART102 | History of Art: Renaissance to Modern | Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the Renaissance through the modern era. UCGS/Passport Course |
Cost. As an Air Force & Space Force member (active duty, Air National Guard, or Reserve), you qualify for our tuition rate of $160.61 per credit hour, well within the tuition assistance limit. Please note that fees will vary based on whether you are a Virginia resident or domiciled in another state. Tuition Assistance does not cover fees, regardless of your residency. Also, many of our GEM classes utilize open-source materials, so you won't have to pay for books. If books and/or course materials are required, our bookstore has what you need.
After registering for a class with the college, request Tuition Assistance (TA) online in the AFVEC. When prompted to "Select School," select Virginia Peninsula Community College, and when prompted, select the appropriate GEM course. Once your TA has been approved, email a copy to mvs@vpcc.edu.
Need Help? Even if you're on the other side of the globe, help is only a few clicks away. Get online tutoring, or visit our research guide for further assistance. We also offer online technology support for our students. Questions about tuition, fees, and other costs? Need help with enrollment, class schedules, advising, and related matters? Contact Brandie Weaver, Assistant Director of Military & Veteran Services, at weaverb@vpccc.edu or call (757) 825-3442.
We're Here for You. Virginia Peninsula Community College (VPCC) has been educating our military community for more than 50 years, and we'll be honored to help you complete the general education requirements for your CCAF degree. VPCC is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) Commission on Colleges, The same body that accredits CCAF. Credits earned at VPCC will not only satisfy your general education requirements but also easily transfer into bachelor's programs. We have articulation agreements with more than 40 colleges and universities, in residence and online.