Credentials and Academic Programs

Associate in Arts (A.A.) — the “university transfer degree” — accepted by any public university or college in Florida and many private institutions. Florida State College offers nearly 80 transfer majors. About 40 percent of the student population is in the A.A. degree program.

Bachelor’s Degrees — The College offers the following bachelor degrees: Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Safety Management, Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology Management, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Networking and Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management. More are in the planning stages.

Associate in Science (A.S.) — skills-training programs that lead to immediate high-wage, high-skill jobs or transfer to four-year colleges and universities.

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) — faster track to today’s rewarding jobs.

Technology Credentials — advanced technology diplomas and applied technology certificates to supplement associate degree programs.

Certificates — shorter-duration certifications for career entry or advancement; Florida State College at Jacksonville is eleventh in the nation and first in Florida in one-year certificates/graduates.

Corporate Training and Continuing Education — hundreds of professional development courses and short-duration programs to enhance skills and abilities of current workers.

High School Completion, English Language and Basic Education — Adult Education, Adult High School, English as a Second Language, General Educational Development, Polytechnic Academy (high school credential linked to career development). Fifteen percent of Florida State College at Jacksonville students are in Adult Education and ESL programs.

Special Academic Programs

Accelerated and online programs offer faster and flexible course delivery to accommodate busy schedules. Online and blended classroom/online formats are offered in many programs.

Military education programs serve the education and training needs of military service personnel and their families, federal government employees, and residents at area military installations through distance learning, on-site and classroom environments.

English Language Institute offers instruction in speech, vocabulary and reading fundamentals to non-native speakers of English so they can learn and improve English skills, adapt to life in America, prepare for coursework and job placement.

Study Abroad programs allow students to broaden their educational experience by traveling to other countries and studying a variety of disciplines.

Dual enrollment enables high school students to earn college credits while completing high school requirements in both academic and career areas.

Pathways Academy (Public Charter School), a “rescue and turnaround” program for dropouts, offering high school completion integrated with postsecondary education and training, leading to high-wage/high-skill careers.

Rosanne R. Hartwell Women’s Center has a proud 30-year history of helping women learn, overcome personal challenges, grow and succeed through education and enrichment programs, career guidance and group discussions.

Florida State College at Jacksonville is guided by the principle that no person who chooses to learn or work at the College shall be treated differently
because of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sex, marital status or disability.

Florida State College at Jacksonville is a member of the Florida College System.
Florida State College at Jacksonville is not affiliated with any other public or private university or college in Florida or elsewhere.

Florida State College at Jacksonville is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ("SACS") to award the baccalaureate and associate degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call (404) 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Florida State College at Jacksonville. The Commission is to be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support an institution's significant non-compliance with a requirement or standard.