Does associate bachelors and then master or which goes first?

You always get your bachelor's degree *before* your master's degree. An associate's degree is a two-year degree, while a bachelor's is a four-year degree. The order is:

1. Associate's Degree (optional): Some people earn an associate's degree, often as a stepping stone towards a bachelor's. The credits from the associate's degree may transfer to the bachelor's program, shortening the time to complete the bachelor's.

2. Bachelor's Degree: This is a prerequisite for a master's degree.

3. Master's Degree: This is pursued *after* completing a bachelor's degree.