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Respiratory Care
The Associate in Science degree in Respiratory Care provides the student with a broad foundation in respiratory care and is designed to prepare the student to master clinical competencies and prepare for all of the roles of a respiratory therapist.
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CNC Machinist Operator/Programmer
Graduates from the CNC Machinist Operator/Programmer program are prepared for entry level employment in the manufacture of fabricated metal products, machinery, transportation equipment, and plastic products.
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The Endoscopic Technician provides the student with the practical skills necessary for employment. The program is composed of selected college credit courses offered within the Associate in Science degree in Surgical Services.
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Real Estate Paralegal
The Technical Certificate in Real Estate Paralegal prepares students for employment as paralegals, title examiners, and abstractors or provides supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.
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Homeland Security Specialist
The Technical Certificate Homeland Security Specialist prepares students to work in law enforcement, homeland security, private/industry security, and other criminal justice, legal, or public service-related fields.
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Aviation Airframe Mechanics
The Career Certificate in Aviation Airframe Mechanics prepares students with the skills necessary to inspect, service, repair, and overhaul various airframe systems and components, including aircraft structures, hydraulics, electrical and electronics, flight controls, landing gear, brakes, aircraft instruments, and cabin environmental systems.
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Aviation Powerplant Mechanics
The Career Certificate in Aviation Powerplant Mechanics prepares students with the skills necessary to inspect, service, repair, and overhaul various powerplant systems and components, including reciprocating and turbine engines, electrical and electronics, precision measurement, propeller service, and fuel system diagnosis.
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Diesel Maintenance Technician
The Career Certificate in Diesel Maintenance Technician prepares students for entry-level jobs in the diesel service industry. The program emphasizes both hands-on training and theory that will give the student a full understanding of employability skills, safety, and organization.
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Cybersecurity Analyst
This 24-credit hour program, wholly embedded within the Associate in Science in Cybersecurity, offers a sequence of courses that provides rigorous content and relevant technical knowledge needed to prepare students for further education and careers such as cybersecurity analyst, security engineer, cybersecurity technician, data communication analyst, intrusion and detection analyst, security architect, or secure software developer.
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Surgical Technology Specialist
The College Credit Certificate in Surgical Technology Specialist provides the student with the practical skills necessary for employment. The program is composed of selected college credit courses offered within the Associate in Science degree in Surgical Technology.
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Pre-Sonography
The Pre-Sonography advising track of the Associate in Arts degree presents the prerequisite courses of the Associate in Science in Sonography degree along with the requirements of the 60-credit hour Associate in Arts degree.
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Pre-Radiography
The Pre-Radiography advising track provides students with a broad foundation in developing and mastering basic clinical competencies and theoretical concepts of current radiographic practice and prepares students to seek employment in radiography practice.
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Pre-Veterinary Technology
The Pre- Veterinary Technology advising track of the Associate in Arts degree presents the prerequisite courses of the Associate in Science in Veterinary Technology degree along with the requirements of the 60-credit hour Associate in Arts degree.
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Pre-Physical Therapist Assistant
The Pre- Physical Therapist Assistant advising track provides students with a broad foundation in all areas of technical health care and prepares students to seek employment as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
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Pre-Registered Nurse
The Pre-Registered Nurse advising track of the Associate in Arts degree presents the prerequisite courses of the Associate in Science in Registered Nurse degree along with the requirements of the 60-credit hour Associate in Arts degree.
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Pre-Dental Hygiene
The Pre-Dental Hygiene advising track provides students with a broad foundation in dental hygiene and is designed to prepare students to master clinical competencies and prepare for all of the roles of a dental hygienist.
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Laser and Photonics Technician
The College Credit Certificate in Laser and Photonics Technician provides the student with the practical skills necessary for employment in the manufacturing career cluster. This certificate program also provides supplemental training to individuals currently employed in the field.
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Basic Electronics Technician
The College Credit Certificate in Basic Electronics Technician provides the student with the practical skills necessary for employment in the manufacturing career cluster. This certificate program also provides supplemental training to individuals currently employed in the field.
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Pneumatics, Hydraulics and Motors for Manufacturing
The College Credit Certificate in Pneumatics, Hydraulics and Motors for Manufacturing provides the student with the practical skills but is not limited to maintenance techniques, computer-aided drafting/design skills, technical communications, maintenance and operation of various industrial components, quality control and testing, material handling protocols, and proper usage of tools and instrumentation.
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Mechatronics
The College Credit Certificate in Mechatronics provides the student with the practical skills but is not limited to instruction in maintenance techniques, computer aided drafting/design skills, technical communications, maintenance and operation of various industrial components, quality control and testing, material handling protocols, and proper usage of tools and instrumentation.
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Lean Manufacturing
The College Credit Certificate in Lean Manufacturing provides the student with the practical skills but is not limited to maintenance techniques, computer aided drafting/design skills, technical communications, maintenance and operation of various industrial components, quality control and testing, material handling protocols, and proper usage of tools and instrumentation.
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Interactive Media Support
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as graphic design assistants or to supplement training for persons previously or currently employed in this occupation.
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Interactive Media Production
The purpose of this program is to provide students with a foundation in interactive media techniques and production; students will gain competency in web-based and interactive design.
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Culinary Arts Management Operations
The College Credit Certificate in Culinary Arts Management Operations provides the student with the practical skills necessary for employment as a culinary and restaurant employee. This certificate program also provides supplemental training to individuals currently employed in the field.
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Chef’s Apprentice
The College Credit Certificate in Chef’s Apprentice provides the student with the practical skills necessary for employment as a culinary and restaurant employee.
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Sustainable Design
The College Credit Certificate in Sustainable Design provides the student with the practical skills for employment as CAD draftspersons, residential and small commercial designers, plan examiners, and to help prepare students to become residential and building contractors.
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Health Care Services Specialist
The College Credit Certificate in Health Care Services provides the student with the practical skills necessary for careers as Health Care Services supervisor assistants in medicine and health service management.
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Health Care Informatics Specialist
The College Credit Certificate in Healthcare Informatics Specialist provides the student with the practical skills necessary for careers as entry level Healthcare Informatics Specialists.
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Graphic Design Support
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as a graphic design assistant, graphic production artist, or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.
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Graphic Design Production
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as graphic designers or graphic design assistants; this program introduces students to the principles of design and photography with an emphasis on computer-based design, layout, multimedia, and interactive design.
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Criminal Justice Technology Specialist
The College Credit Certificate in Criminal Justice Technology Specialist offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Law, Public Safety, and Security career cluster.
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Business Entrepreneurship Operations
The College Credit Certificate in Business Entrepreneurship Operations offers a sequence of courses that provides logical and robust content aligned with academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for the business entrepreneurship field.
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Accounting Technology Specialist
The College Credit Certificate in Accounting Technology Specialist provides the student with practical skills necessary for careers, such as accounts receivable coordinators, accounts payable coordinators, bookkeepers, credit and collections coordinators, or payroll coordinators.
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Accounting Technology Operations
The College Credit Certificate in Accounting Technology Operations provides the student with practical skills necessary for careers, such as accounts receivable coordinators, accounts payable coordinators, bookkeepers, credit and collections coordinators, or payroll coordinators.
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Business and Management
The Marjan Mazza Bachelor of Applied Science in Business and Management, Entrepreneurship Concentration degree program provides access to the student who already has skills in a technical area and wishes to advance to a higher level supervisory and management position within business, industry, and governmental organizations.
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Food and Beverage Operations
The College Credit Certificate in Food and Beverage Operations provides the students the skills required to work in operations or managerial positions in the food and beverage field such as: Restaurant Server Shift Supervisor, Restaurant Supervisor, or Bar/Lounge Supervisor. The program is composed of selected college credit courses offered within the Associate in Science degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.
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Food and Beverage Specialist
The College Credit Certificate in Food and Beverage Specialist provides the student with the skills required working in specialist and entry-level positions in the food and beverage field such as: Restaurant Server, Room Service Attendant, or Banquet Set-Up Staff.
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Rooms Division Operations
The College Credit Certificate in Rooms Division Operations provides the student the skills required to work in operations and entry-level positions such as: Front Desk Supervisor or Guest Relations Supervisor. The program is composed of selected college credit courses offered within the Associate in Science degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.
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Rooms Division Specialist
The College Credit Certificate in Rooms Division Specialist provides the student with the skills required to work in specialist and entry-level positions in the hotel industry such as: Front Desk Agent, Guest Relations agent, or Reservations Clerk. The program is composed of selected college credit courses offered within the Associate in Science degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.
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Early Childhood Inclusion Specialization
The College Credit Certificate in Early Childhood Inclusion Specialist provides students with the practical skills necessary for employment in a preschool, childcare center, or home childcare.
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Child Care Center Management Specialization
The College Credit Certificate in Child Care Center Management provides students with the practical skills necessary for employment in a preschool, childcare center, or home childcare.
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Photography
This program is an entry-level photography credential designed to prepare students for employment in the field of photography. Recipients of this certificate will possess the skills to work with SLR and DSLR cameras, photographic materials, studio lighting, and video production. The program is composed of selected courses offered within the Associate in Science degree in Photographic Technology.
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Central Sterile Processing Technician
The College Credit Certificate in Central Supply Technician provides the student with the practical skills necessary for employment. The program is composed of selected college credit courses offered within the Associate in Science degree in Surgical Technology.
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Surgical Services
The Associate in Science degree in Surgical Technology provides the student with a broad foundation in theoretical concepts and clinical competencies of current surgical practice and prepares the student to seek employment in surgical technology.
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Commercial Vehicle Driving
The Career Certificate in Commercial Vehicle Driving prepares students for licensure and employment into the trucking industry. This 320 clock hour program uses a combination of theoretical, simulation, and hands-on instruction. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.
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Baking and Pastry Management
The Advanced Technical Certificate in Baking and Pastry Management is designed for the student who has earned an Associate in Science degree in Culinary Management and has an interest in increasing his or her knowledge in confectionary artistry. The Advanced Technical Certificate in Baking and Pastry is a 15 credit hour program.
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Cybersecurity, Cyber Forensics
The Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Cybersecurity, Cyber Forensics is built on the eight fundamental domains identified in the world renowned ISC2 Certified Information Security System Professional (CISSP) Certification. Graduates of this BAS degree program who enter from the preferred academic pathway, Associate in Science in Cybersecurity, will be prepared to earn 17 industry standard certifications (9 at the associate level and 8 at the baccalaureate level). These certifications have been identified by industry partners as highly desirable in employees, provide quantifiable knowledge and skills in a specific technology, and are recognized worldwide. Throughout the program, students will work in a hands-on environment that will reinforce theoretical concepts and enable students to apply knowledge in real-world situations.
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Business Entrepreneurship
he purpose of this program is to teach students the fundamentals of starting and operating a business venture while presenting entrepreneurship as a viable career option. The program will also give students an opportunity to evaluate their potential as entrepreneurs.
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Business Entrepreneurship
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Business Management and Administration career cluster;
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Florida Child Care Professional Credential
The Florida Child Care Professional Credential, Birth to Age 5, is awarded through The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF). It is a 12 college credit program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality childcare programs. The completion of these courses coupled with 480 hours of observation or work experience with children birth through 5 qualifies the student for the FCCPC. Additionally these courses can be transferred into Early Childhood Technical Certificate programs, AS or AA Early Childhood degrees. Contact the program coordinator for additional information and assistance with your FCCPC application.
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Athletic Training
Provides the first two years of a baccalaureate degree for students seeking careers in athletic training.
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Robotics and Simulation Technician
Upon completion of this technical program, the student will be able to install, maintain and troubleshoot general robot systems and simulations. The content also includes Program Logic Controller (PLC) programming and basic electronics competencies as identified by the electronics industry.
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Manufacturing Automation Specialist
The Manufacturing Automation Specialist Certificate reflects the skillset required for graduates to contribute to maintenance and operation of automated manufacturing system. The program covers basic electronics, electric motors and the control of electric motors to include variable speed AC drives, as well as, how to troubleshoot basic electric motor circuits.
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Engineering Technology Support Specialist
A sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the manufacturing career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency
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Advanced Welding Technology
This post-secondary adult vocational program prepares students for entry as a class B level welder. Students applying for this program are expected to have completed an Applied Welding Technology course, or have significant experience in the welding field. The program uses a combination of theoretical, simulation and hands on instruction.
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Electronics Technician
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the manufacturing career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the manufacturing career cluster. The content includes but is not limited to DC circuits, AC circuits, solid-state devices, analog circuits, and digital circuits. Integrated into this content will be safe and efficient work practices, use of circuit diagrams and schematics, soldering, and laboratory practices. This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the skills required to enter a variety of fields within the Electronics industry.
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Cybersecurity, Information Security
The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in Cybersecurity is built on the eight fundamental domains identified in the world renowned ISC2 Certified Information Security System Professional (CISSP) Certification. Graduates of this BAS degree program who enter from the preferred academic pathway, Associate in Science in Cybersecurity, will be prepared to earn 17 industry standard certifications (9 in the associate level and 8 at the baccalaureate level). These certifications have been identified by industry partners as highly desirable in employees, provide quantifiable knowledge and skills in a specific technology, and are recognized worldwide. Throughout the program, students will work in a hands-on environment that will reinforce theoretical concepts and enable students to apply knowledge in real-world situations. The program curriculum includes upper level courses in database, cloud, and operating system security in addition to risk management, ethics, and security testing. The curriculum, including the Associate in Science in Cybersecurity, includes 84 credit hours of cybersecurity coursework (42 credit hours at the associate level and 42 credit hours at the baccalaureate level) as well as the 36 credit hour general education curriculum.
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Event Planning Management
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment in hospitality and tourism-related positions including: Event Planner, Event Planning Specialist, Event Coordinator, Convention Services Assistant Manager, Convention Services Assistant, Catering Coordinator, Assistant Sales Manager, Sales Coordinator, Catering & Sales Manager, Lodging Assistant Manager and Manager, Guest Services Specialist and Supervisor, Food Service Manager and Assistant Manager in the hospitality industry and/or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.
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General Studies
Students who do not yet know in what area they plan to major or which upper-division school to which they plan to transfer may pursue the AA degree through a program of general studies. This route to the AA degree provides an avenue for students to take any college credit electives, in addition to the general education program requirements without following any one of the preplanned areas of concentration.
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Rooms Division Management
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment within the Hospitality industry in positions involving hotel management. Positions including: Guest Services Representative, Guest Services Specialist, Concierge, Front Office Representative, and Front Office Lead in the hospitality industry and/or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.
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Guest Services Specialist
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment in guest services positions including Guest Services Representative, Guest Services Specialist, Concierge, Front Office Representative, and Front Office Lead in the hospitality industry and/or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.
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Food And Beverages Management
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment in hospitality and tourism-related positions in the food and beverage management area. Possible job titles include Assistant Hospitality Manager, Catering/Sales Service Representative, Food and Beverage Specialist, and Hospitality Manager.
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Culinary Arts
The certificate program is designed for students and current culinary and restaurant managers which desire skill enhancement for this industry. Certification integrates Pastry and Culinary Skills with actual restaurant experience, for both front and back of the house.
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Hospitality And Tourism Management
The Hospitality and Tourism Management Program prepares graduates for careers in the many varied areas of the hospitality/ tourism industry. The program is designed for individuals wanting to enter or advance in a professional career in lodging, restaurants, tourism, travel, food service, catering, and bar and beverage as well as many other management positions in the lodging, restaurant, hospitality and tourism industry.
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Culinary Management
This program in Culinary Management prepares individuals for careers in the many widely varied areas of the culinary industry. The Culinary Management program provides the student with a unique combination of comprehensive theoretical knowledge and hands-on training. The program is carefully structured to meet the requirements of American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission.
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Nails Specialty
Nails Specialty is a one semester program of study that prepares students for state licensure and employment in the areas of manicuring, pedicuring, and nail extension services. Evening classes only (Monday–Thursday).
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Massage Therapy
The professional Massage Therapy Program is a 750 clock hours (25 vocational credits), vocational certificate program that prepares students for employment as a Florida licensed massage therapist. The program content includes but is not limited to the theory and practice of massage, theory and practice of hydrotherapy, hygiene, practice demonstration, human anatomy and physiology, legal aspects of massage practice, allied modalities, leadership and human relations skills, health and safety, CPR, and employability skills.
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Facials Specialty
Our Facials/Skin Care Specialist program is a one-semester program of study that prepares skin-care students for licensure and a career in the esthetics profession. In an age of specialization, the esthetician plays a crucial role in the cast of our Salons and Day Spas. As a Certified Facials/Skin Care Specialist, your skills as a make-up artist and skin-care technician will serve you well in a world where “pampering” is no longer a luxury enjoyed by the privileged few.
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Cosmetology
Cosmetology is a twelve-month, 1200 clock hour program of study that prepares students for State licensure and employment in the areas of hair, nail and skin care. Classes begin in August, January, and May and are limited to spaces available. For questions regarding entrance requirements and program application, contact the Professional Service Careers Department. The Cosmetology program is offered in the Pensacola, Milton, and Century campuses.
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Advanced Esthetics
This program is targeted at those who are already working as a registered Facial Skin Care Specialist and is a continuation of the Facials/Skin Care Specialty program. It is designed for Facial Skin Care Specialist/Estheticians needing the advanced skills required for employment within the spa industry, medical offices including dermatologist and plastic surgeons, and the new medi-spa industry.
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Cybersecurity
This program covers a broad expanse of technological concepts and provides individuals with the skills required to implement effective and comprehensive information security controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and information systems.
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Computer Information Technology
The Computer Information Technology program prepares students by giving them a basic understanding of voice and data networks in their foundation courses. Typical job titles include computer repair technician, system administrator, network engineer, network security specialist and telecommunications specialist.
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Plumbing
This program prepares students for employment or advanced training in a variety of pipe occupations by focusing on broad, transferable skills, and stressing the understanding of all aspects of the plumbing industry. Topics include pipe fitting, plumbing tools, types of valves, DWV (drains, waste, and venting), and potable water treatment leading to entry-level positions within the plumbing industry. Plumbers install, maintain, and repair many different types of pipe systems in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
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Mechanical Designer & Programmer
The Mechanical Designer / Programmer Certificate reflects the culmination of those learned skills and proficiencies that allow a student become proficient in 3D mechanical design with the use of Solidworks and Inventor. Students have the opportunity to acquire certifications in MasterCam 2D & 3D toolpath processes and programming. At completion students should be prepared to take the Solidworks certificate exam. Students will process their designs on various Haas machining centers.
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Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
This program prepares students for entry-level employment in the HVAC industry. HVAC is an acronym that stands for heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning. The HVAC industry is made up of skilled professionals, known as HVAC technicians, who install and maintain HVAC systems found in residences, commercial buildings, office buildings, schools, hospitals, and retail establishments. Air quality, temperature control, humidity regulation, refrigeration, heating, and other aspects of climate control are all handled by the HVAC systems.
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Electricity
This program offers entry-level electrical skills required by the construction industry. Electricians install electrical systems in structures; they install wiring and other electrical components, such as circuit breaker panels, switches, and light fixtures, and they follow blueprints, the National Electrical Code® and state and local codes. Completers of this program earn a Florida Vocational Certificate in Electricity. The program is also nationally certified by The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
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CNC Composite Fabricator / Programmer
Offers training in Composite Fabrication, CNC Tool path Operations, Programming and Mastercam Design. The training also offers a solid foundation CNC Router setup and operations. Master Cam Router and ART is the primary programs used generate 2D & 3D projects on the Camtech CNC router. The goal of this certificate is to offer entry level skills in the CNC Composite fabrication industry. Students may choose to Co-op to gain working experiences while in school. The four courses that comprise this Certificate are all applicable to the Engineering Technology A.S., Specialization: Mechanical Design & Fabrication.
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CNC Machinist / Fabricator
The CNC Machinist/Fabricator Certificate reflects the culmination of those learned skills and proficiencies that allow a student to set-up, operate and program CNC machining and turning centers. Pensacola State College is a Haas Educational Training Center (HTEC). Students will acquire specialized training on the Haas VF-2, TM-2 Mill and the Haas ST-10, TL-1 Lathe. Metal Fabrication training includes operations and processes in CNC plasma cutting, aircraft solid riveting and sheet metal processes, metalworking equipment operations and production Welding processes to include MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), Stick (SMAW) and Oxyacetylene (OAW).
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Welding Technology
This post-secondary adult vocational program prepares students for entry level work in the welding field in both the manufacturing and construction sectors. The program uses a combination of theoretical, simulation and hands on instruction. Strong emphasis is placed on safety as well as specific welding techniques and skills in an effort for students to obtain industry certifications. Students successfully progressing through the program are prepared to take National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) welding certification exams as well as test to become certified through the American Welding Society.
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Mechanical Design And Fabrication
The Mechanical Design & Fabrication specialization prepares students for careers in CNC machining, mechanical design, and metal fabrication. The program offers unique technical skills and opportunities for employment in local and regional industries. The coursework provides the basis for employment in a variety of manufacturing areas some of which include Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Computerized Machining (CNC), Production Welding; and Metal and Composite Fabrication.
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Advanced Manufacturing
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the manufacturing career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the manufacturing career cluster.
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Electronics Engineering Technology
The Electronics Engineering Technology Program provides students with the fundamentals of electronics that will prepare them as technicians in a variety of fields including computer technology, networking, instrumentation, and biomedical. Selected specialty courses are available to provide detailed instruction in these technical areas. The content includes but is not limited to DC circuits, AC circuits, solid-state devices, analog circuits, digital fundamentals and circuits. Integrated into this content will be communications skills, employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, use of circuit diagrams and schematics, and soldering.
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Architectural Design & Construction Technology
The Architectural Design and Construction Technology program with emphasis in AEC (ARCH-AS) provides students with practical, hands-on training while exploring broad issues such as planning, management, finance, technical and product skills, safety and environmental issues within the architectural and construction industry. Attaining these skills qualifies the student to work for companies such as engineering firms, contractors or architects offices, building construction administration, facilities planning and management, or self-employment in the construction industry. The program emphasizes skills such as architectural drafting using AutoCAD, cost estimating, material selecting, specification writing, and building information management (BIM).
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Computer Programmer
This program prepares students for employment as a computer programmer trainee, systems analyst trainee, microcomputer specialist, and software application technicians. It also provides supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in this area.
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Computer Programming & Analysis
Computer Programming personnel can be found in many types of organizations performing a wide variety of computer tasks. Our computer programming degree focuses on helping the student develop the necessary skills that are essential to understanding computer systems, applications, and technology by providing a strong programming foundation while at the same time emphasizing specific career fields such as programmer, web developer, game developer, software testers, software designers, etc. The program also enables students to learn computer programming languages such a, Java, C++, C#, Visual Basic and PHP.
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Computer Science
This field leads to employment in technical computer-related jobs such as programmer or systems analyst. The AA program meets prerequisites for transfer to the University of West Florida B.S. in Computer Science (Computer Science option) program as well as similar programs at other universities.
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Computer Information Systems
This Associate in Arts degree concentration leads to employment in technical computer-related jobs such as a programmer or systems analyst. The AA program meets prerequisites for transfer to the University of West Florida B.S. in Computer Science (Computer Information Systems option) program as well as similar programs at other universities.
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Infant / Toddler Specialization
The Baby-CT College Technical Certificate is a 12 college-credit program designed to provide students with the skills and information needed to design a developmentally appropriate environment and curriculum for infants and toddlers. This program is composed of selected college-credit courses offered within the AS and AA Early Childhood degree programs and will count toward those degrees.
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Preschool Specialization
The Pre-K College Technical Certificate is a 12 college credit program designed to provide students with the skills needed to design developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children and enable them to begin careers as early childhood education caregivers with a preschool specialization. Additionally, the courses can be transferred into appropriate technical certificate programs within Early Childhood or can be used in either the AS or AA Early Childhood degree programs. Please contact the program coordinator for advising.
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Early Childhood Development Specialization
The CHD-CT Child Development and Early Intervention Technical Certificate is a 36- college credit program designed to prepare students as entry level teachers in a child care or pre-school program. Upon completion of this program, students will have earned their FCCPC along with Pre-K and Infant/Toddler specialization certificates. This program is composed of selected college credit courses offered within the AS Early Childhood degree program and will count toward that degree. Selected credits will count toward the Early Childhood Teacher Pre-Primary AA program.
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Sports, Fitness and Recreation Management
This degree prepares students for employment as recreation leaders, activity directors, group recreation workers, or recreation facility staff. The degree program would also be beneficial to persons who might desire to obtain a bachelor’s degree in a human performance or a recreational major at a later date.
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Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education is concerned with the education, guidance and daily care of young children. Early Childhood professionals plan and implement activities that stimulate children’s intellectual, social, emotional and physical development. Completion of the program prepares students to teach in or to operate a child care center, preschool program, or a home child care center. Students will gain insight into working with children from birth through age 8. Course components focus on all aspects of early childhood including curriculum development, behavior management techniques, and forming partnerships with parents and the community.
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Exercise Science
Provides the first two years of a baccalaureate degree for students seeking careers in exercise science or athletic training. Career settings includes health and fitness centers, educational institutions, cardiac rehabilitation units and other clinical settings, and amateur and professional sports organizations.
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Sports Management
Provides the first two years of a baccalaureate degree for students seeking careers in the sports industry. Career settings include youth recreation programs, health, and fitness centers, athletic departments of educational institutions, and amateur and professional sports organizations.
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Physical Education
Provides the first two years of a baccalaureate degree for students who want to become a Physical Education Teacher.
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Community Health Education
This program is the first two years of a four-year degree focused on disease prevention and community wellness. Career settings include public and private health units and non-profit agencies dealing with public health issues such as cancer, heart disease, birth defects, obesity, substance abuse, child abuse, and sexually transmitted diseases.
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