Dental Hygiene
1. How long is the waiting list for the Dental Hygiene program? There is NO waiting list. There is a selective admissions process which is a point system based upon your GPA and completion of general education and support courses.
2. When is the application deadline? Students must apply for the program by January 15th.
Emergency Medical Services
1. What are the prerequisites for EMT? Applicants must meet all college admissions requirements, including the college placement test (CPT); prior to completing the Application for Health Programs found at www.spcollege.edu/HEC. A copy (front and back) of your current, Healthcare Provider CPR card must accompany the Application for Health Programs, which should be sent to the address at the bottom of the form.
2. What are the prerequisites for Paramedic? Florida certified EMTs, who have completed the same prerequisites as required for application to the EMT program; and who have successfully completed Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab (BSC 1085/1085L). with a grade of "C" or higher may apply for admission to the Paramedic program. It is highly recommended that applicants successfully complete Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab (BSC 1086/1086L) and General Pharmacology for EMS (EMS 1522C) before beginning first paramedic class; otherwise, these are COREQUISITES WITH Paramedic I.
3. What information do I need before deciding to start an EMS career? See Essential Job Functions for EMS located on the website at www.spcollege.edu/hec/ems.
4. Does SPC offer continuing education for EMS? Yes, see our website at www.spcollege.edu/hec/ems.
Funeral Services
1. Do I have to have all of my General Education Requirements complete? Yes
2. How do I get Financial Aid? Apply online at Scholarships and Financial Aid
Human Services
1. Where are the courses offered in Human Services? All the core and major courses are held at the HEC (Health Education Center) at 7200 66th St. North. We will offer courses outside of this site if there are at least 15 students willing to take the class.
2. How and where do I start? If you are not a student of the college, you must complete an application with a $35.00 fee first. Those individuals with only a high school diploma or GED (check with counselor) must take the Placement Test.
For those individuals pursuing the Human Services Program, it is desirable for you to make an appointment with the Instructor-in-Charge/Program Director to discuss what will be your best options to follow.
3. What are the salaries for the Human Services field? It depends on the agency and the area in which you work and the level of education that you have obtained. Ex.: The area of Addiction tends to pay more than the entry level positions in Social Services.
Health Information Management
1. What is the start date for the HIM program?
January and August are the start dates for this program.
2. What is the cost of the program. Tuition is $69.69 per credit hour.
3. What is the average starting salary after earning my degree? The average starting salary ranges from $25,000-$35,000.
Medical Laboratory Technician
1. What is the average starting salary for MLTs? Salaries are going up. A survey of clinical laboratories in the Tampa Bay area conducted in January of 2007 showed that the average starting salary is $32,000 for an associate degree and a technician license and $36,000 for an associate degree and a technologist license.
2. What are the employment prospects for MLTs? Excellent. There is a nationwide shortage.
3. Where do most of your graduates work? Most work in hospital laboratories but there are also employment opportunities in blood banks, reference labs, physician office labs, veterinary labs, and industry.
4. When is your next class? August, we only admit one class a year.
Nursing
1. How can I get information on the Nursing program? On this site you will find the minimum requirements checklist (pdf) , General Nursing Program application (pdf) and LPN / Paramedic application (pdf). You can also call (727) 341-3404 to have an information packet mailed to you. You can reach a Health Education Center Academic Advisor at (727) 341-3687.
2. Is there a waiting list? We no longer add students to a waiting list. There is a selective admissions process which is a point system based upon your GPA and completion of general education and support courses. Contact a HEC Advisor if you have questions concerning specific courses.
3. When can I apply to Nursing program? You can apply once you have met all of your minimum application requirements. Please see an Academic Advisor at HEC as early as possible to review your academic plan.
4. What is the cost of the Nursing Program? Currently the approximate estimated cost of the Nursing Program is $7,000. This includes tuition, fees, books and supplies. This estimate may vary and is subject to change.
Physical Therapist Assistant
1. Do you offer the program at night or on the weekends? No, classes are held only during the day.
2. When do classes begin? We admit a new class every August.
3. Where do you hold the PTA classes? All program classes are held at the Health Education Center ONLY.
4. How long is the program? Once you enter the program, it is just shy of 2 years. So if you enter in the fall of 2007, you will graduate in May 2009, provided you have completed all general education and support courses.
5. Can you complete the PTA program in less than 2 years? No, each semester's classes build a foundation for the semester to come. The classes are taken in sequence and cannot be taken in a different order.
Radiography
1. What is the application deadline for the program? The application deadline is August 15th.
2. What are the prerequisites for the program? you must be at 18 years old, complete 8 hours of clinical observation, and pass BSC 1085, BSC 1085L, and MAC 1105 with a "C" or better.
3. What other jobs can you specialize in once you become a Radiographer? One of the real advantages of this field is that it has an extensive career ladder. A radiographer can specialize in 17 career paths that a radiographer can specialize in including CT, MRI, special procedures, mammography, and Radiation Therapy just to name a few.
4. What is the starting salary for a Radiographer? A new graduate that takes a full-time, first shift, hospital job with full benefits in Pinellas County will earn between $35,000 to $40,000 during the first year.
Respiratory Care
1. Is there a waiting list for Respiratory Care? No, there is no waiting list for this program. Admission is first come first served.
2. Do all General Education and Support Courses need to be completed prior to entry into the program? You need to complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of General Education/Support Courses including BSC 1085 and BSC 1085L with grades of "C" or better. You will also need to complete a minimum of 4 hours of observation, volunteer service or work experience in a Respiratory Care department.
3. Are there jobs available upon graduation from the Respiratory Care Program? There is a severe manpower shortage in the Respiratory Care field.
Veterinary Technician
1. What is a Veterinary Technician? A veterinary technician is similar to a registered nurse for animals. A technician provides assistance to veterinarians in primary animal care, in radiology, anesthesia, nursing and laboratory. Technicians also assist veterinarians with client education, sales and marketing.
2. What is the difference between a veterinarian technician and a veterinary assistant? A technician is a person who has completed a two-year program of study and has obtained an Associate in Science degree. Technicians are responsible for the duties listed above. An assistant is primarily responsible for clerical duties, restraint, and assisting the technician.
3. What should I do if I want to enroll in the SPC Vet Tech program?
STEP 1
1. If you have never been a student at SPC, submit the white College application form along with the required $35 fee. You also have the option of applying electronically.
2. Submit official transcripts from your high school (unless you have an AA or higher degree) and any colleges you have attended and/or take the college placement test. (International students should review the International Center Information on the college web site.) Please have the transcripts mailed to the Vet Tech Department at SPC's Health Education Center. A copy will be made for our file before they are sent to the College Registrar.
3. Review the college Orientation.
STEP 2
1. Submit the Health Programs Application form for allied health programs.
2. Complete at least 18 hours of the required Veterinary Technology general education and support courses including composition, math, and biology through enrollment or transfer credits with a minimum grade of “C” in all courses.
3. Submit a completed Veterinary Hospital Observation and Documentation form documenting the completion of at least 80 hours of observations and discussions with a veterinarian and veterinary technician in a veterinary practice.
4. What is expected of students entering the Veterinary Technology Distance Program?
The SPC Veterinary Technology Distance Education Program is based on the following assumptions:
1. Completion of at least 18 of the 22 hours of general education and support courses including al communication, math and biology requirements with a minimum grade of “C” in all courses.
2. Students have the initiative, resourcefulness, and perseverance to work independently.
3. Students have a solid relationship with an employer veterinarian.
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