Earn your health degree from SPC
If you've ever received health care for yourself or a pet in Pinellas County, chances are you were cared for by a graduate of St. Petersburg College. SPC has been training students for health care jobs in Pinellas County for decades.
Bachelor's degree in Cardiopulmonary Science
Our recently launched Cardiopulmonary Science B.S. Degree prepare graduates for jobs including respiratory care managers and case managers, from neonatal to acute critical care. The degree also meets the growing demand for practitioners with bachelor's degrees in the field of respiratory care.
Median Salaries for Health Care Careers in Tampa Bay
Dental Hygienists
$90,490
Registered Nurses
$84,290
Physical Therapist Assistants
$69,570
Accredited Programs
At St. Petersburg College, you can trust the health science education you receive. Our health care programs are programmatically accredited by national accrediting agencies and produce top performers in their fields. See our accreditation agencies.
Academic Support
As a health student at St. Petersburg College, you have access to the New Initiative Program that focuses on getting you to the finish line of your degree.
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SPC prepared me to get the job I love today. I would definitely recommend St. Petersburg College.
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I chose SPC because they offered a dental hygiene program and were located close to my house. I'm so glad I did.
Health and Nursing News
Mar 10, 2026
Associate Degrees Built to Inspire
SPC continues to inspire students who are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Jan 22, 2026
Gov. DeSantis Visits SPC to Announce Nursing Education Investment
SPC will receive $20 million in funding through Florida’s Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) program.
Apr 17, 2025
Dr. Jean Lee Named Dean of the College of Nursing
Dr. Lee has been a nurse educator at St. Petersburg College for more than 15 years.
