A variety of Associate in Science degree
programs and certificate options are available for those pursuing fields
not requiring a four-year degree. Like all SPC programs, they include
flexible class schedules and free support services such as tutoring.
A.S. DEGREE PROGRAMS
The A.S. degree is intended to prepare students dually for the work
force and for transfer to some baccalaureate programs. Those programs
are in nursing, business administration, electronic engineering,
radiology and hospitality/tourism management.
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING AND RELATED SUBJECTS
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SERVICES
HEALTH SCIENCE
INDUSTRIAL
PUBLIC SERVICE
A.A.S. DEGREE PROGRAMS
The A.A.S. degree is for those planning to enter their
career field upon graduation.
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING AND RELATED SUBJECTS
The following community occupational programs have been especially designed to assist
students who desire the advantages of a college education and at the same time wish to
prepare themselves for immediate employment.
Some of the
Associate in Science degree programs have limited space and therefore have
selective admissions. These programs are subject to the Equal Access/Equal
Opportunity requirements of both the college and the State of Florida. As
a result, the minimum qualification requirements may be waived.
Insurance or proof of coverage is required for students in
all programs where there is a possibility of liability involved. Students
should check individual programs for this requirement. Health program
students are required to obtain liability and clinical accidental insurance through the College for which a special fee is charged.
Linkage Programs
The Linkage System is a cooperative agreement among four
community colleges and one college in the Tampa Bay Area: Hillsborough Community College,
Manatee Community College, Pasco-Hernando Community College, Polk
Community College, and St. Petersburg College.
The system offers students the opportunity to enter
identified programs on a quota based system.
Students must be enrolled at their local college while
completing the general education requirements for a specific linkage
program. Application must be made both to the college offering the linkage
program and the program, if selective admissions is a requirement.
Students must conform to program policies and procedures, including
deadline dates, as stated in the linkage college catalog. Applicant must
have the local college Occupational Dean/Director attest to eligibility on
a transmittal form to the Occupational Dean/Director of the linkage
college.
Additional information on Linkage Programs may be obtained by contacting a St.
Petersburg College counselor.
| The following Linkage
Programs will be offered by the indicated institutions: |
| Dental Hygiene |
St. Petersburg College
Hillsborough Community College and
Pasco-Hernando Community College |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Technology |
Hillsborough Community College |
| Funeral Services |
St. Petersburg College |
| Health Information Management |
St. Petersburg College
Polk Community College |
| Human Services Technology |
Hillsborough Community College |
| Medical Laboratory Technology |
St. Petersburg College |
| Nuclear Medicine Technology |
Hillsborough Community College |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant |
Polk Community College and
Manatee Community College |
| Physical Therapist Assistant |
St. Petersburg College
Manatee Community College
Polk Community College |
| Radiation Therapy Technology |
Hillsborough Community College |
| Respiratory Care |
St. Petersburg College
Hillsborough Community College |
| Veterinary Technology |
St. Petersburg College |
Advisement Requirements
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For students in the Associate in Science
degree program, the college will provide an automated program evaluation
report each session in which they are enrolled at the college.
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Each Associate in Science degree
candidate must have a graduation advisement session with their program
advisor prior to completing 42 credit hours in the Associate in Science
degree program.
Graduation Information
All occupational degrees earned at St.
Petersburg College are based upon the successful completion of each
prescribed program as indicated. As of August 2000, all graduates of an associate in science degree in Business Administration, Electronics Engineering Technology, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Nursing and Radiography, (programs that are listed in the Statewide Articulation Manual) may articulate courses from these programs into a corresponding baccalaureate program at the state universities. The College does not assume any responsibility for the transfer of credits to a senior college or university for any associate in science degree program not listed in the Statewide Articulation Manual.
Graduation Requirements
Candidates for graduation with an Associate in Science degree and Associate in Applied Science degree in vocational programs must:
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Satisfactorily complete the prescribed course of study listed under the program, including special graduation requirements.
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Satisfactorily complete Item II. (A-C) under the section Graduation Requirements for All Degrees, Certificates and Diplomas (Exceptions will be noted under specific programs.)
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For the Associate in Science program at St. Petersburg College satisfactorily complete the general education core requirements that is acceptable to the State University System.
