The Career Technical Education - Aviation Associate in Science Degree provides CTE students with the opportunity to earn a 60-unit degree that demonstrates commitment to the field and meets the CSU-GE or UC IGETC general education requirements. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete this degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements. The courses listed for each area of emphasis do not necessarily reflect major preparation requirements at any specific university but some courses may be used to fulfill university requirements. To earn the CTE AS Degree with Aviation emphasis, students must complete the following requirements: (1) 21 units of major coursework; (2) Cypress College Native General Education requirements; California State University General Education Breadth requirements (CSU GE Breadth) or IGETC General Education requirements; (3) completion of 60-semester units of CSU transferable coursework; and (4) have an overall GPA of 2.0. At least 50% of all major coursework must be completed at Cypress College.

Students may attend full-time or part-time. Full-time students typically take between 12 to 18 units per semester. Basic certificates (18 units) can be earned in one to two semesters, advanced certificates (35 units) in two to three semesters, and AS degrees (60 units) in two years. Courses are offered on campus, online, during the day and in the evenings.