I want a degree just so I have one in case anyone asks or for some reason i have to/want to change career.. Would it be the same/just as good if I just got a general studies associates than got certified in a few things?

this is the course description for the network security class with that school.

Introduction to Writing
Introduction to Mathematics
Freshman Orientation
Computer Operating Systems
Finite Mathematics
Microcomputer Applications
Introduction to Business
Microcomputer Upgrade & Maintenance
College Composition I
Networking I
College Composition II
Networking II
Technical Writing
Routers I
Communication
Routers II
Introduction to Psychology
Windows Professional
Critical Thinking
Windows Server
Unix Operating System
Network Infrastructure Administration
Unix Administration
Programming Logic
Network Security I
Network Security II
Network Scripting
Directory Services Administration
Network Defense & Countermeasures
Email Services or Web Page Design
Advanced Network Management
TCP/IP for Intrusion Detection
Career Orientation
Network Security Management

Total of 74 credits (says its 20 hours of homework a week!!.. I guess its better than having to goto class than do hours of homework...)