Degree and Certificate Programs
University Transfer Program: Associate
in Arts Degree
The Associate in Arts degree program is for
those whose ultimate goal is to achieve a bachelor’s or
higher degree from a university. Also known as the university
transfer degree, the A.A. curriculum is comparable to the freshman
and sophomore years at a university. The majority of courses
in this program are general education — such as English,
mathematics, humanities, science and social studies. The remaining
courses are selected based on the student’s intended transfer
major and are meant to satisfy prerequisite requirements for
that major. Following are some intended transfer major areas
which A.A. students may choose.
The following list of intended transfer majors
has a unique three-digit code for each intended transfer major.
All Associate in Arts degree students are encouraged to select
an intended transfer major, in order to enroll in the appropriate
prerequisite courses needed for transfer to an upper division
college or university. The codes and the intended transfer major
will not appear on the college transcript, but will be used during
enrollment at Florida Community College to assist in advising
and communicating with students. The intended transfer major
code can be selected during the application process and changed,
at the student’s request. Changes in intended transfer
majors can affect the prerequisite courses needed for the transfer
major.
Art (101), Communications (102), Fine Arts (103), Dance (104),
Drama (105), English (106), Literature (107), Foreign Languages
(108), Music (109), Philosophy (110), Religious Studies (111)
Accounting (201), Business Administration (202), Economics (203),
Finance (204), Financial Services (205), Logistics (206), Management
(207), Marketing (208), Transportation (209)
Computer Science (301), Computer Engineering (302), Information
Science (303), Information Systems (304)
Art Education (401), Elementary Education (402), English Education
(403), Exceptional Education (404), Health Education (405), Middle
School Education (406), Music Education (407), Physical Education
(408), Science Education (409), Secondary Education (410), Social
Science Education (411)
Architecture (501), Building Construction Management (502), Civil
Engineering (503), Electrical Engineering (504), Interior Design
(505), Mechanical Engineering (506)
Dietetics (601), Health Science (602), Health Administration
(603), Nursing (604), Nutrition (605), Physical Therapy (606),
Recreation (607), Sports Medicine (608)
Mathematics (700), Statistics (701)
Astronomy (801), Biology (802), Botany (803), Chemistry (804),
Ecology (805), Forestry (806), Geology (807), Marine Biology
(808), Meteorology (809), Oceanography (810), Physics (811),
Zoology (812)
Anthropology (901), Criminal Justice (902), Geography (903),
History (904), International Studies/Relations (905), Political
Science (906), Psychology (907), Public Administration (908),
Sociology (909)
Pre-Dentistry (011), Pre-Law (012), Pre-Medicine (013), Pre-Optometry
(014), Pre-Pharmacy (015), Pre-Veterinary Medicine (016)
Associate in Science degree programs are designed
for those who desire a college-level general education as well
as specific career preparation in a certain occupation. These
programs are designed to prepare students for entry-level work
immediately after completion. The majority of courses in the
A.S. programs are directly related to the student’s career
choice. The remaining courses are general education, such as
English, math, humanities, and social or behavioral sciences.
Several of the College’s A.S. programs are covered by statewide
agreements that allow their articulation to the corresponding
bachelor’s degree program at Florida public universities.
Additionally, the general education component in all A.S. degrees
is fully transferable to four-year programs in Florida.
Associate in Applied Science degrees are also available in some
programs, and provide the same kind of career preparation as
the Associate in Science, but in general will not articulate
or transfer to a four-year institution. General education requirements
are different than for the A.S., and
in some cases different technical and professional courses are
required.
Advanced Technical Certificates are designed for individuals
who have already completed a degree (at least an associate degree)
and are seeking advanced, specialized preparation in a particular
career field to supplement their degree. Florida Community College
offers Advanced Technical Certificates in a few limited career
areas in which advanced training beyond the associate degree
level is needed.
The Technical Certificate programs are also designed to prepare
students for entry-level work after completion. Unlike the A.S.
or A.A.S., these programs are usually one year in length and
do not include general education courses except for those directly
related to the student’s career choice.
Career Preparation:
Workforce Credit Certificate Programs
Workforce
Credit Certificate Programs
The Workforce Credit Certificate programs
are for those who want to prepare for a skilled occupation quickly,
without having to take college-credit courses. Program lengths
vary from a few weeks or months to nearly two years, depending
on how much training is required for the specific occupation.
Florida Community College is accredited by the Commission on
Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
to award the associate degree.
A.S. and A.A.S. Degree, Technical
Certificate and Workforce Credit Certificate Programs
Automotive and Transportation
Automotive
Service Management Technology
Dealer-Specific
Automotive Technology (GM-ASEP)
Automotive Collision Repair and
Refinishing
Automotive Service Technology
Heavy Duty Truck and Bus Mechanics (Diesel Technology)
Aviation
Aviation Maintenance Management
Aviation Operations
Professional Pilot Technology
Aircraft Airframe Mechanics
Aircraft Powerplant Mechanics
Biotechnology
Biomedical Engineering Technology
Biotechnology
Laboratory Technology
Bioinformatics
Biomedical
Equipment Technology
Business
Accounting Technology
Business Administration
Business Administration Management
Business Administration Marketing
Management
Business Operations*
Business Management*
Marketing*
Small Business
Specialist (Entrepreneurship)*
Child Care
Early Childhood Management
Child Care Center Operations
Early Childhood Education
Family Child Care Training
School Age Credential Training
Computer Sciences and Information Technology
Computer Electronics Technology
Network Support Services
Telecommunications Technology
Construction and Metal Trades
Building Construction Technology
Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Technology
Carpentry
Electricity (Construction)
Plumbing Technology
Applied Welding Technologies
Cosmetology
Cosmetology
Facials Specialty
Nails Specialty
Creative Arts
and Communications
Digital
Media/Multimedia Technologies
Digital Media/Multimedia Video Production*
Digital Media/Multimedia Production*
Graphic Design Technology
Graphic Design Production*
Sign Language Interpretation
Theatre and Entertainment Technology
Criminal Justice
and Fire Services
Criminal Justice Technology
Criminal
Justice Officer Administration (Academy Track)
Police Officer Track (2139)
Correctional
Officer Track (2339)
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) (refer to Health Care list)
Emergency Medical Technician (Basic)* (refer to Health Care list)
Fire Science Technology (Academy Track)
Paramedic* (refer to Health Care list)
Correctional Officer
Crossover From Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer
Fire
Fighter II (Fire Fighter I and II)
Law Enforcement Officer
Private
Security Officer Program
Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Travel
Culinary Management
Food and Beverage Management (Catering)*
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Restaurant Management
Culinary
Operations
Engineering and Architecture
Architectural Design and Construction Technology
Civil Engineering Technology
Computer Engineering (refer to Computer Sciences list)
Drafting and Design Technology (CADD)
Interior Design Technology
Environmental Science
Environmental
Science
(Hazardous Materials Technician)
(Assessment/Safety Compliance)
Financial Services
Financial
Services (Financial Planning Associate — 2137)
Financial
Services (Financial Planning Associate — A137)
Health Care
Dental Hygiene
Dietetic Technician (Culinary Dietetic Option)
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Emergency Medical Technician (Basic)*
Funeral Services
Health Information Management
Histologic Technology
Human Services (Addictions Counseling Specialization)
Medical Coder/Biller (MCB)
Medical Laboratory Technology
Nursing R.N.
Nursing R.N. (Bridge Option for Licensed Practical Nurses)
Paramedic*
Pharmacy Technician
Physical Therapy Assistant (Physical Therapist Assistant)
Radiation Therapy
Radiation
Therapy Specialist
Radiography (Degree Completion)
Radiography (Florida Community College Option)
Radiography (Mayo Clinic Option)
Respiratory Care
Dental Assisting
Dietetic Management and Supervision
Massage Therapy
Medical Assisting
Patient Care Technician
Practical Nursing
Surgical Technology
Legal
Legal Assisting (Paralegal Studies)
Legal
Secretary (Legal Administrative Specialist)
Manufacturing and Industry
Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Industrial
Management Technology
Industrial
Management Technology (Electrical)
Industrial
Management Technology (Manufacturing Electrical and Instrumentation)
Industrial
Management Technology (Naval Nuclear Power Operations)
Electrical and Instrumentation Technology
Industrial Electricity
Office Administration and Secretarial
Medical Office Administration
Medical Office Administration
Medical Office Management*
Office Administration
Office Support*
Office Specialist*
Office Management*
Office Administration
Office Software Applications Administration
Office Software Applications Support*
Office
Software Applications Specialization*
Office Software Applications Management*
Office Software Applications Administration
Administrative Assistant (Office Supervision)
Customer Assistance Technology
*Technical Certificate program