St. Petersburg College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award selected bachelor’s degrees in science and bachelor’s degrees in applied science; associate degrees in arts, associate degrees in science, and associate degrees in applied science; as well as certificates and applied technology diplomas. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of St. Petersburg College.
Why accreditation matters
SACS accreditation means an institution is dedicated to providing quality higher education and ongoing improvement through planning, assessment, and quality enhancement.
- Credits from accredited institutions are transferable to and from other accredited institutions, ensuring students receive a credible, top-quality education.
- Only accredited institutions are permitted to award federal financial aid to students.
- By law, an A.A. degree from SPC grants you admission as a junior to one of the state's public universities.
In addition, the following programs are accredited by state or national organizations.
Bachelor's degree programs
| Bachelor's degree |
Last Accreditation |
Next Accreditation |
Accrediting Agency |
| Education |
2003 |
2010 |
Florida Department of Education |
| n/a |
2010 |
Teacher Education Accreditation Council |
| Nursing |
2007 |
2011 |
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education |
| Orthotics and Prosthetics |
2009 |
2011 |
National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education through Committee of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program |
| Paralegal * |
2006 |
2011 |
American Bar Association |
| Veterinary Technology |
2010 |
|
American Veterinary Medical Association |
* The American Bar Association evaluates the B.A.S., A.S. degrees and the post-baccalaureate certificate during a single visit.
Associate in Science programs
| Associate in Science degree |
Last Accreditation |
Next Accreditation |
Accrediting Agency |
| Dental Hygiene |
2005 |
2012 |
American Dental Association: Commission on Dental Accreditation |
| Emergency Medical Services |
2010 |
2015 |
Committee of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs |
| Funeral Services |
2008 |
2015 |
American Board of Funeral Service Education |
| Health Information Management |
2004 |
None scheduled* |
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
*Ongoing accreditation with yearly completion of Annual Program Assessment Report |
| Medical Laboratory Technology |
2007 |
2014 |
National Accrediting Agency Clinical Laboratory Science |
| Nursing |
2004 |
2012 |
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission |
| Paralegal |
2006 |
2011 |
American Bar Association |
| Physical Therapist Assistant |
2007 |
2017 |
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education – a division of the American Physical Therapy Association |
| Radiography |
2010 |
2018 |
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology |
| Respiratory Care |
2008 |
2017 |
Committee of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs |
| Veterinary Technology |
2010 |
|
American Veterinary Medical Association |
| Veterinary Technology – Distance |
2010 |
|
American Veterinary Medical Association |
Certificate programs
| Certificates |
Last Accreditation |
Next Accreditation |
Accrediting Agency |
| Emergency Medical Technician |
2010 |
2015 |
Committee of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs |
| 2009 |
2011 |
State of Florida, Dept. of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services |
| Paramedic |
2010 |
2015 |
Committee of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs |
| 2009 |
2011 |
State of Florida, Dept. of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services |