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Applied Ethics Institute at St. Petersburg College
 
 

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Applied Ethics Institute

 
  The Applied Ethics Institute at St. Petersburg College was established in 1999. Its mission is to promote ethics education and ethical awareness in the Tampa Bay region. The Institute offers programs in three broad areas of service: programs for students, programs for the community, and programs for business and professional organizations.  
 

 
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Applied Ethics Program

 
  The Applied Ethics Program at St. Petersburg College was created in 1985 and has grown into a nationally recognized leader in community college Ethics education. In the mid-80's, the college began requiring that every Associate in Arts degree seeking student pass a stand-alone Applied Ethics course.

The required Ethics courses provide a balanced overview of philosophical foundations, social issues and ethical concerns relevant to business and professional life. A strong theme of critical thinking and ethical decision-making are woven through all the courses.

Courses offered by the Applied Ethics Program at St. Petersburg College include:
  • Ethics for Educators, a statewide online course for Florida K-12 teachers
  • Ethics in Popular Culture and Entertainment
  • Healthcare Ethics Applied
  • Honors Studies in Applied Ethics
  • Studies in Applied Ethics
  • Studies in Professional Ethics
  • Critical Thinking and Decision Making
  • Public Safety Ethics Applied
 
     
     
     
  For more information about the programs offered by the Applied Ethics Institute, please contact us by e-mail or call our office at 727.341.4335.