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1 Degrees & Career Programs Guide New Degrees & Certificates: Welding - Certificate Engineering Technology - Associate Network Systems Technology - Associate Early Childhood Ed - Bachelor s Management & Supervision - Bachelor s... and more!

2 Northwest Florida State College Northwest Florida State College Improves Lives! NWF State College is your best choice to earn a college degree, upgrade your job skills or prepare for one of today s top demand career fields. The college is committed to Opportunity meeting your educational needs at your level of ability; to Success preparing you for the future; and to providing Learning environments, both in and out of the classroom, that meet your learning needs and encourage your success. Students benefit from classes that average just 21 students and are taught by dedicated professors who hold doctoral or master s level specialization in their fields. Table of Contents Programs of Study...3 Registration Calendar...4 General Calendar...5 Get Started Guide...6 Payment, Tuition & Fees...7 Hybrid, Weekend & Friday College, ecampus/online Learning...8 Military Programs & Services...9 Bachelor s Degree Programs Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree Program General Information General Education Requirements Florida College & University Transfer - Baccalaureate Programs Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree & Career Certificate Programs Adult Ed/GED & ESOL Classes College Departments/Contacts The college offers free tutoring and academic success services, affordable tuition that is among the lowest in Florida, and a selection of more than 1,000 courses each term including day, evening, weekend, ecampus, and more. Contact any campus, the NWF State College Office of Admissions at (850) if you have questions or to schedule an appointment with an Academic Advisor who will help you plan a program of study to reach your educational and career goals. Admissions, Enroll, Pay Fees, Buy Books

3 Degrees & Programs Offered Bachelor s Degrees Page NWF State College offers seven bachelor s degree programs. For information, see or contact: Bachelor of Applied Science: (850) ; Bachelor of Science in Education: (850) ; Bachelor of Science in Nursing: (850) ; Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education: (850) Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Management & Supervision. This degree offers areas of specialization in: Human Resources Management Supervision Healthcare Management Public Service Management Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Project Management. This degree offers areas of specialization in: Acquisitions Project Management Quality Improvement Technology Management Bachelor of Science (BS) in Early Childhood Education Bachelor of Science (BS) in Elementary Education with ESOL & Reading Endorsements Bachelor of Science (BS) in Middle Grades Math Education Bachelor of Science (BS) in Middle Grades Science Education Bachelor of Science (B.N.S.) in Nursing a career ladder for current Registered Nurses (limited admission degree option) Associate in Arts Pages The Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree represents the first two years of a four-year bachelor s degree and prepares students to continue studies at the university level or in any upper division college program, such as the Bachelor s degree programs at NWF State College. Through the A.A. program of study, the college offers the necessary prerequisite courses for more than 200 State University System baccalaureate programs. As part of Florida s public higher education system, college courses at NWF State College carry the same course numbers as those offered at the state s universities and are recognized as equivalent. Thus, the college credits earned at NWF State College transfer to meet upper-division prerequisite requirements and the A.A. degree is recognized and welcomed in transfer to universities nationwide. Associate in Science, Certificates & Applied Technology Diplomas Page National studies indicate that 8 out of every 10 jobs require training beyond high school, but not necessarily a four year degree. The Associate in Science (A.S.) is a two-year career education degree that prepares students for direct entry into the workforce. The A.S. degree is also fully transferable into most NWFSC bachelor s degree programs. All A.S. degrees have companion certificates that may be used as a career path toward the A.S. degree. Students who complete one or more certificate(s) in the career path complete approximately 45% to 50% of the course requirements for the companion A.S. degree. For details see ecampus/online College Page 8 NWF State College offers college credit through online classes. Visit Call Dual Enrollment/Early College NWF State College participates in the state-wide Dual Enrollment/Early College program, governed by Florida law, which allows qualified high school students to enroll in collegecredit courses free of charge while still enrolled in their regular high school. Call or visit Adult Education/GED & ESOL Page 58 NWF State College offers English as a Second Language, Adult Basic Education, and GED Preparation for a set fee of $30 per semester for in-state students (which includes all student materials and supplies). College readiness and career preparation services are free of charge to students enrolled in the adult education program. Call or Continuing Education & Professional Development The NWFSC Costa Leadership Institute provides professional development through specialized training for business and nonprofit organizations. Call or visit The PRIME Time program offers a variety of non-credit personal enrichment courses. Other Continuing Education courses and summer programs for youth are also available. Call or see Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide Page 3

4 Registration Calendar Open Enrollment - All New & Returning Students Fall Term Enroll by Web or In-Person...July 8 - Aug. 18, 2013 Spring Term Enroll by Web or In Person...Nov. 18, Jan. 12, 2014 Summer Term Enroll by web or In Person...April 7 - May 26, 2014 Schedule Adjustment Period Fall Term 2013 Sessions 1 & 2...August 19-26, 2013 Spring Term 2014 Sessions 1 & 2...January 13-21, 2014 Summer Term 2014 Sessions 1... May 27 - June 3, 2014 Schedule adjustments (drop/add) or new enrollments in any open classes by web or in-person. Fast Track Registration - Sessions 2 & 3 Fall Term 2013 Session 2 (Fast Track)... July 8 - August 26, 2013 Fall Term 2013 Session 3 (Fast Track)...July 8 - October 10, 2013 Spring Term 2014 Session 2 (Fast Track)...November 18 - January 12, 2014 Spring Term 2014 Session 3 (Fast Track)...November 18 - March 14, 2014 Summer Term 2014 Session 2 (Fast Track)...April 7 - June 22, 2014 Dual Enrollment Students... (850) Regular Business Hours Niceville, Fort Walton Beach, Robert L.F. Sikes Center (Crestview), Chautauqua Center (DeFuniak), South Walton Center Monday... 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tuesday... 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday - Friday... 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. NWFSC Eglin AFB Center Monday - Friday... 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. NWFSC Hurlburt Field Center Monday - Friday... 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Extended Hours Additional extended/evening business hours are offered during the schedule adjustment period at all NWFSC locations. See for information. College Closed... Labor Day (Sept. 2, 2013), Veteran s Day (Nov. 11, 2013), Thanksgiving (Nov Dec. 1, 2013), Winter Break (Dec Jan. 1, 2014) Take Your Career in the Right Direction The Career Resource Center at NWFSC provides a variety of free services to students and the public. q3 Career Assessment Explore majors and career paths to determine which career direction might prove rewarding. q3 Career Counseling Meet with a career specialist to discuss any issue relating to your career. Develop a career plan to achieve your career goals! q3 Career Exploration Research job trends and future growth through online career information and the most current career databases and publications. q3 Career Connection Connect with local and national employers for your full-time and part-time employment needs through job fairs, on-site recruiting, and our online job website. q3 Other Free Services Workshops on job search strategies, choosing a major, and business etiquette and more! Niceville Campus (850) Chautauqua Center, DeFuniak Springs (850) Page 4 Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide

5 General Calendar Class Days: Fall 2013 Spring 2014 Summer 2014 Session 1...Aug Dec. 16, 2013 Session 1...Jan May 12, 2014 Session 1...May 27 - Aug. 4, 2014 Session 2 (Fast Track)...Aug Oct. 9, 2013 Session 2 (Fast Track)...Jan March 5, 2014 Session 2 (Fast Track)...June 23 - Aug. 4, 2014 Session 3 (Fast Track)...Oct Dec. 9, 2013 Session 3 (Fast Track)...March 7 - May 5, 2014 Last day to enroll or drop classes and receive refund: Fall 2013 Spring 2014 Summer 2014 Session 1... Aug , 2013 Session 1...Jan. 21, 2014 Session 1... June 3, 2014 Session 2 (Fast Track)... Aug , 2013 Session 2 (Fast Track)...Jan. 21, 2014 Session 2 (Fast Track)... June 30, 2014 Session 3 (Fast Track)... Aug Oct. 18, 2013 Session 3 (Fast Track)...March 14, 2014 Last day to withdraw with a grade of W : Fall 2013 Spring 2014 Summer 2014 Session 1...Oct. 30, 2013 Session 1... April 2, 2014 Session 1... July 8, 2014 Session 2 (Fast Track)... Sept. 24, 2013 Session 2 (Fast Track)... Feb. 18, 2014 Session 2 (Fast Track)... June 17, 2014 Session 3 (Fast Track)... Nov. 18, 2013 Session 3 (Fast Track)... April 18, 2014 For classes which begin at other times than a normal term, check the LDW (last date to withdraw) date listed by the course. It may differ from the dates listed above. College Closed: Fall 2013 Spring 2014 Summer 2014 Labor Day... Sept. 2, 2013 Martin Luther King Day... Jan. 20, 2014 Memorial Day...May 26, 2014 Veteran s Day...Nov. 11, 2013 Spring Break... March 24-30, 2014 Independence Day... July 4, 2014 Thanksgiving...Nov Dec. 1, 2013 Winter Break... Dec Jan. 1, 2014 Graduation application deadline: Fall Nov. 29, 2013 Spring April 4, 2014 Summer July 11, 2014 For specific day, time, location and ecampus options for courses & electives in this Degrees & Career Programs Guide, see the Schedule of Classes at NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide PAGE 5

6 Get Started Guide Northwest Florida State College offers Bachelor and Associate degrees, certificates and diplomas. The college is an open door admission institution. In general, new students may be admitted to the College at any time during the year. However, some programs have a once per year admissions period, limited access, or additional admissions requirements. College-credit courses are open to degree seeking students and also to those who do not intend to complete a degree but wish to enroll for personal interest or professional development. For complete Admissions policies, see the college catalog at Admissions Step 1: Complete Admission and Residency Forms Online There is not an admissions fee to apply to the college. You must have a valid high school/ged diploma or an Affidavit for Home Educated Students verifying high school graduation. Admissions and Residency forms are found at: edu/admissions. Students are assigned a free NWFSC account at the time of admissions. The student address serves as the official method of communication for the college. For complete Admissions policies, see the college catalog or Step 2: Submit Official Transcripts Official high school/ged transcript, Home Educated Affidavit, official college transcript, university transcript and official score reports from CLEP, DANTES, AP, AICE, or IB. Transcripts noted as Issued to Student are not considered official. See Please request official transcripts to be sent directly to: Admissions Office NWFSC 100 College Boulevard Niceville, FL Step 3: Meet with an Advisor All first time in college degree seeking students must meet with an Academic Advisor prior to registration. The student can contact an Academic Advisor by phone, or in person. The Academic Advisor will help you chart an appropriate course selection for your degree objective. The advisor will determine recommendations such as placement testing, readiness skills, or other academic strategies to ensure student success. Contact Advising at the Niceville campus at , Fort Walton Beach at , or at the numbers listed for each center on page 59. Or, see advising for additional contact information. Step 4: Placement Testing Scores used from the ACT, SAT, or PERT (Postsecondary Education Readiness Test) are used to determine the best starting point for English, math, writing, communications or computation skills essential to perform college-level work. These courses can assist with student success. The PERT test is offered free of charge at every NWFSC campus and center. Scores must not be more than two years old. The course placement criteria will be discussed with the student during the initial academic advisor session. Step 5: Enroll for Classes You are able to enroll online through RaiderNet at or in-person at one of the seven NWFSC locations. Step 6: Pay Fees See info on page 7. Step 7: Purchase Books Obtain textbooks, new and used books, book rentals and online purchase of course materials through the Barnes and Noble Bookstore at the Niceville and Fort Walton campuses. Page 6 Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide

7 Payment, Tuition & Fees Northwest Florida State College tuition and fees are among the lowest in Florida and the college offers a variety of financial assistance for students. For assistance in determining eligibility or questions, contact Financial Aid at (850) or see Eligibility for federal and state financial aid is determined after the last day to register for Session 1 courses based on the number of credit hours for which a student is enrolled. Pay fees by web at or pay in-person at all NWFSC locations. Web and In-Person payment accepts MasterCard, Visa, Amex and Discover. Call (850) for payment information. See the college website at for the Federal Financial Aid Repayment Policy. NWFSC offers a tuition payment plan through NELNET which allows students to pay fees in scheduled payments. Students may enroll in the program via the college s RaiderNet - online system at Active Duty military and their dependents stationed in Florida pay in-state fees. Military students may use military tuition assistance or VA in-service benefits. Student Tuition/Fees Tuition and fees** for 1000 and 2000 level college credit courses, vocational credit and college preparatory credit courses: In-state fee* AL Residents* Out-of-state fee* per credit hr per credit hr per credit hr CC College Credit Courses $ $ $ (Lower Division) VC Vocational Credit Courses $86.10 $87.10 $ PC College Preparatory Courses $ $ $ Tuition and fees for 3000 and 4000 level college credit courses: In-state fee* AL Residents* Out-of-state fee* per credit hr per credit hr per credit hr CC College Credit Courses $ $ $ (Upper Division) * Fees are subject to change by action of the Florida Legislature and the NWFSC Board of Trustees. ** Lab fees additional, see Priority Dates to Apply for Financial Aid Applications for federal financial aid should be made well in advance of registration. The priority consideration deadlines for applying for federal financial aid at Northwest Florida State College for are: 2014 Spring Term October 1, Summer Term February 1, Fall Term May 15, 2014 Students not meeting the priority deadline may still qualify for financial aid but may experience delays in receiving financial aid. Student Services Center Niceville Campus Admissions, Advising, Testing, Financial Aid, Pay Fees, Registration, Raider Cafe/Dining, Adult Education, Career Resource Center & more! Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide Page 7

8 Class Options NWFSC offers more than 1,000 on-campus, online, weekend, hybrid, Fast-Track and Friday college classes each semester! For a complete listing of the course offerings/options see Online Learning Online classes at NWFSC provide students the convenience and flexibility to complete coursework at a distance. Online classes do not require face-to-face class meeting on campus. A portion of each class may include a proctored exam or assignment which can be completed on campus for free with the option for students at a distance to use a remote or online proctoring service for an additional fee. Online classes follow the same rules as on campus courses for refunds, schedule adjustments and course length (typically sixteen weeks for Fall and Spring terms). They require periodic submission of assignments whose deadlines are just as critical as in traditional courses; students will need to turn in their assignments by the deadlines specified in the course handout. For questions, contact the ecampus Office at the Niceville Campus at (850) or distance_learning@nwfsc.edu. Hybrid Classes Hybrid classes offer a unique mixture of traditional in-class meetings and online activities to provide students with the advantages of both traditional and online learning. In Hybrid classes, students attend a reduced number of class meetings compared to a traditional class, and the balance of required course time is comprised of online assignments and activities. Hybrid classes offer the convenience and cost savings of fewer trips to campus, yet allow students to benefit from valuable face-to-face instruction and direct interaction with classmates and the instructor. Fast-Track Fast-Track classes offer all the college credit of a regular college course in a compressed period of time. Each Fall and Spring term the college offers two Fast-Track terms. Weekend & Friday College NWFSC offers a variety of courses in Friday or weekend only formats. To enroll in weekend classes offered at the college s military centers, a student must have base entry authorization for the duration of the course to enroll. NWFSC considers the use of the Internet an integral tool for learning and securing the skills necessary for gainful employment. All courses at NWFSC may require the use of the Internet. All hybrid and online courses will require use of the Internet. Open computer labs on campus have Internet availability for student use. Page 8 Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide

9 Military Programs & Services NWFSC Centers at Eglin & Hurlburt NWFSC operates full-time educational centers at Hurlburt Field and Eglin Air Force Base in the base education centers. These centers offer a variety of college courses every term scheduled during the day, lunch hour, evening or on weekends. As a Servicemember s Opportunity College, NWFSC allows degree completion through transferring courses back to NWFSC in the event of a PCS move. NWFSC Eglin AFB: (850) , Education Services Bldg. #251 NWFSC Hurlburt Center: (850) , Education Services Bldg Make the Most of MyCAA Benefits! NWFSC is an official Department of Defense approved college for the MyCAA program which provides financial assistance to eligible military spouses for their education. NWFSC is your best choice for utilizing your MyCAA benefits: More options of accredited programs in the approved career fields NWFSC offers more than 70 short term career Certificates and Associate degree programs that qualify for MyCAA funding. NWFSC tuition and fees are among the lowest in Florida so your education dollars go further! In-state fees apply for military and their dependents. Fully accredited credits accepted in transfer at colleges nationwide. Veterans Affairs Office The NWFSC Veterans Affairs Office administers various veterans and dependents educational assistance benefit programs of the US Department of Veterans Affairs for students attending NWFSC. New students should visit the college s VA web page for information on using their benefits. All students are strongly encouraged to return all required paperwork to the Veterans Affairs Office at the main campus in Niceville, located in Financial Aid at the Student Services Center. The NWFSC Veterans Affairs office also provides information, guidance about entitlements, assistance filing claims to the DVA, certifies enrollments, and provides other supportive services for veteran students and eligible dependents enrolled at NWFSC. NWFSC Veterans Affairs: (850) Military Tuition Assistance (TA) Eligible Active-Duty service members may receive up to $4,500 annually of Tuition Assistance (TA) toward a higher education at NWFSC. Because NWFSC offers among the lowest tuition and fees in Florida your education dollars go further at NWFSC. Contact the Base Education Office at your military station for further information on Tuition Assistance or GI Bill benefits. Scholarship Opportunities - NWFSC Foundation The NWFSC Foundation offers scholarships including many which may provide preference to military members, veterans or their dependents. Contact (850) or Credit for Military Training CCAF to AS Degree Do you have your Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) degree or are you striving to achieve it? Academic accomplishments are great for EPR s and for future resume enhancement! NWFSC offers a unique program where you may apply your CCAF credits toward an NWFSC Associate in Science (A.S.) degree in Industrial Management Technology. For information, contact the NWFSC Eglin AFB or Hurlburt Centers or see Transfer Credit for Military Basic Training With your AARTS transcript you can receive up to 4 college elective credits toward any Associate degree program at Northwest Florida State College. Transfer Credit for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Programs NWFSC has an agreement with the 7th Special Forces, 18 Delta Tactical Medic group to accept some of the Army training into the NWFSC Paramedic program for credit toward earning the Paramedic certificate and the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Associate in Science degree. For information contact the EMS program office at (850) Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide Page 9

10 BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT (B.A.S. Degree) General Info -- NWFSC offers a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Project Management (BAS) which provides students a unique opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge necessary for career advancement in a variety of areas. There are four areas of emphasis: Acquisitions, Project Management, Quality Improvement, and Technology Management. The B.A.S. degree program provides a career-ladder for those who have already completed an associate degree and wish to continue their education at the bachelor s level or new students who have not yet obtained an associate degree. The program is an especially desirable educational option for graduates of the Community College of the Air Force and for individuals transitioning from active duty military to the civilian workplace. New students may begin this program of study in any term. For specific day, time, location and ecampus options for courses and electives in this program, see the Schedule of Classes at See the college catalog for complete degree requirements at For more information or to schedule an advising appointment contact Heidi Gentry-Kolen, Chair of the Business & Computer Science Division, at (850) or BASdegree@nwfsc.edu. What is the job outlook? Recent graduates are employed as project managers, human resources and financial managers, contract managers, and technical analysts in settings that range from manufacturing, real estate, hospitality and tourism to state and county government, defense contractors, civil service and the military. Other graduates are pursuing education at the master s degree level. What course work is required? Coursework for the bachelor s degree program is designed with the working student in mind and is offered in a flexible, non-traditional format. A substantial number of courses in the degree program are offered as ecampus/online, or hybrid classes. Classes are available evenings, weekends and in concentrated Fast-Track terms. Coursework incorporates internships, seminars, and other work-based learning activities designed to ensure students acquire the latest skills and content. Students receive the full range of articulation and transfer rights guaranteed by Florida law through common course numbering and the statewide articulation agreement. In addition to the 36-credit general education requirement (1000 and 2000 level), students build on their associate degree coursework to complete a comprehensive 120-credit curriculum. The junior and senior level curriculum (3000 and 4000 level courses) consists of a 27-credit core and a 15-credit area of emphasis. B.A.S. Degree 120 credits GENERAL EDUCATION 36 Credits Required ENC English Composition I ENC English Composition II MAC College Algebra or other GE Math STA Statistics or other GE Math 6 GE Humanities (SATC) 4 GE Biological Science 4 GE Physical Science 3-4 GE Science or HLP Social Science/History/Government 3 Social Science/Behavioral Science 1 General Education Elective LOWER DIVISION ELECTIVES 24 Credits Required Students entering with an A.S. or A.A.S degree will have more than 24 elective credits and may need additional general education credits to meet the 36 general education credits required for the baccalaureate degree. Students entering with an A.A. degree may need additional electives to provide appropriate business and/or technical background for the baccalaureate program. FOREIGN LANGUAGE 8 Credits Required Credits must be earned in the same foreign language; the requirement may also be satisfied with two years of the same high school foreign language or appropriate score on an approved CLEP examination Total Lower Division Credits Required 60 UPPER DIVISION CORE REQUIREMENTS** 27 Credits Required ACG Accounting: Concepts and Practice BUL Law and Business FIN Financial and Economic Mgmt GEB Contemporary Business Practices GEB Business and Administrative Communication GEB Ethics for Business Leaders GEB Business Trends and Issues MAN Management Philosophy & Practice MAN Project Management ADDITIONAL UPPER DIVISION COURSE REQUIREMENTS** 33 Credits Required Students will work with an advisor to develop a program of study that includes electives from the approved list depending on the student s selected area of emphasis. Area of Emphasis Technical Electives** Choose from ACG, BCN 1230, BCN 2231, BUL, CAP, CGS, CIS 1000, COP, CTS, ECO, GEB, GRA, ISM, MAC 2233, MAN, MAR, PAD, STA, and/or other preapproved courses. Total Upper Division Elective Credits Required 60 Total Credits Required for The Degree 120 ** Depending on the student s associate s degree, with approval, some lower division credits may be substituted for upper division electives; however, all students must complete at least 40 upper division credits to meet baccalaureate degree requirements. PAGE 10 NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide

11 BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT (B.A.S.) (cont.) Code R100C Emphasis in Acquisitions REQUIRED COURSES 15 Credits Required BUL Contract Formation and Admin BUL Acquisition Law Seminar MAN Leadership and Group Dynamics MAN Acquisition Management MAN Applications Seminar: Acquisitions Total Required Emphasis Credits 15 Emphasis in Project Management Code R100D REQUIRED COURSES 9 Credits Required BUL Contract Formation and Admin MAN Leadership and Group Dynamics MAN Applications Seminar: Project Mgmt Total Required Emphasis Credits 9 Emphasis in Quality Improvement Code R100F REQUIRED COURSES 6 Credits Required MAN Quality Management MAN Quality Certification: ISO 9000 Total Required Emphasis Credits 6 Emphasis in Technology Management Code R100H REQUIRED COURSES 15 Credits Required GEB Business in a High Technology Environment ISM Software Essentials ISM Network Technologies for Info Professionals ISM Applications in Info Security MAN Leadership and Group Dynamics Total Required Emphasis Credits 15 Upper Division Elective Course Requirements UPPER DIVISION ELECTIVE COURSE REQUIREMENTS** 33 Credits Required Students will work with an advisor to develop a program of study that includes electives from the list below depending on the selected Area of Emphasis: BUL Contract Formation and Admin BUL Acquisition Law Seminar GEB Bus Project & Acq Terms/Concepts GEB Business Research GEB Business in a High Technology Environment GEB Special Topics: Project Management GEB Special Topics: Acquisitions GEB Special Topics: Quality Improvement GEB Special Topics: Management GEB Special Topics: Business Admin GEB Internship: Business ISM Network Technologies for Info Professionals ISM Software Essentials ISM Applications in Info Security ISM Electronic Commerce Systems & Strategies ISM Special Topics Technology Mgmt ISM Internship Technology Mgmt MAN Leadership and Group Dynamics MAN Issues in Human Resource Mgmt MAN Employee Staffing and Benefits MAN Training and Development MAN Acquisition Management MAN Log & Chain Supply MAN Labor Relations MAN Quality Management MAN Quality Certification: ISO 9000 MAN Strategic Planning & Management MAN Applications Seminar: Acquisitions MAN Applications Seminar: Project Mgmt MAN Contract Negotiations Seminar MAN Best-Value Source Selection MAN Logistics Management Seminar MAN Capstone in Mgmt & Supervision PAD Public Service Operations PAD Advanced Emergency Management PAD Issues in Public Service Admin PAD Special Topics in Public Service Administration _ Other Approved Upper Division Elective(s) Total Upper Division Elective Credits Required 33 NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide PAGE 11

12 BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISION (B.A.S. Degree) General Info -- NWFSC offers a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Management & Supervision (B.A.S.) which provides students a unique opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge necessary for career advancement in a variety of areas. There are four areas of emphasis: Supervision, Public Service Management, Healthcare Management, and Human Resources Management. The B.A.S. degree program provides a career-ladder for those who have already completed an associate degree and wish to continue their education at the bachelor s level or new students who have not yet obtained an associate degree. The program is an especially desirable educational option for graduates of the Community College of the Air Force and for individuals transitioning from active duty military to the civilian workplace. New students may begin this program of study in any term. For more information or to schedule an advising appointment contact Heidi Gentry-Kolen, Chair of the Business & Computer Science Division, at (850) or gentryh@nwfsc.edu. Code R200J B.A.S. Degree 120 credits Emphasis in Supervision GENERAL EDUCATION 36 Credits Required ENC English Composition I ENC English Composition II MAC College Algebra or other GE Math STA Statistics or other GE Math 6 GE Humanities (SATC) 4 GE Biological Science 4 GE Physical Science 3-4 GE Science or HLP Social Science/History/Government 3 Social Science/Behavioral Science 1 General Education Elective LOWER DIVISION ELECTIVES 24 Credits Required Students entering with an A.S. or A.A.S degree will have more than 24 elective credits and may need additional general education credits to meet the 36 general education credits required for the baccalaureate degree. Students entering with an A.A. degree may need additional electives to provide appropriate business and/or technical background for the baccalaureate program. FOREIGN LANGUAGE 8 Credits Required Credits must be earned in the same foreign language; the requirement may also be satisfied with two years of the same high school foreign language or appropriate score on an approved CLEP examination. Total Lower Division Credits Required 60 UPPER DIVISION CORE REQUIREMENTS** 27 Credits Required BUL Law and Business FIN Financial and Economic Mgmt GEB Business and Administrative Communication GEB Ethics for Business Leaders MAN Management Philosophy & Practice MAN Leadership and Group Dynamics MAN Organizational Behavior MAN Issues in Human Resource Mgmt MAN Strategic Planning & Management ADDITIONAL UPPER DIVISION COURSE REQUIREMENTS Credits Required Students will work with an advisor to develop a program of study that includes electives from the approved list depending on the student s selected area of emphasis. Additional Upper Division Course Requirements** Students will work with an advisor to develop a program of study that includes electives from the approved list depending on the student s selected Area of Emphasis Technical Electives** Choose from ACG, BCN 1230, BCN 2231, BUL, CAP, CGS, CIS 1000, COP, CTS, ECO, GEB, GRA, ISM, MAC 2233, MAN, MAR, PAD, STA, and/or other preapproved courses. ** Depending on the student s associate s degree, with approval, some lower division credits may be substituted for upper division electives; however, all students must complete at least 40 upper division credits to meet baccalaureate degree requirements. Total Upper Division Elective Credits Required 60 Total Credits Required for the Degree 120 Emphasis in Code R200K Healthcare Management REQUIRED COURSES 15 Credits Required HSA Healthcare Organization and Mgmt HSA Intro to Healthcare Management HSA Contemporary Issues in Healthcare HSA Health Information Systems HSA Capstone in Healthcare Management REQUIRED COURSES 15 Credits Required ISM Information Systems Management MAN Operations Research MAN Customer Relations for Managers GEB Special Topics: Management MAN Capstone in Mgmt & Supervision Emphasis in Public Code R200G Service Management REQUIRED COURSES 15 Credits Required PAD Public Service Operations PAD Issues in Public Service Admin PAD Public Safety Systems Integration PAD Community Relations PAD Capstone in Public Service Emphasis in Human Code R200E Resources Management REQUIRED COURSES 15 Credits Required GEB Special Topics: Management MAN Intro to Human Resource Mgmt MAN Employee Staffing and Benefits MAN Training and Development MAN Capstone in Mgmt & Supervision PAGE 12 NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide

13 Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, Birth Through Four (B.S. Degree) General Info -- The State Board of Education approved a new bachelor s degree for NWF State College starting in the academic year a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education (B.S.) that will focus on training professionals to work with children ages birth through four years. The new degree is the first in the region and will provide a career ladder to increased pay potential for those currently employed in the field at child care facilities, pre-kindergarten programs, Head Start programs and more. The degree also provides a pathway to a bachelor s degree for students enrolled in the college s current associate degree and certificate programs in Early Childhood Education. The bachelor s curriculum will focus on the practical, applied knowledge essential in the field and will work seamlessly for current students who wish to move from an associate degree to the bachelor s, as well as for new students who want to pursue a career working with young children. In addition to its current programs in Early Childhood Education, NWF State College operates a nationally accredited Child Development and Education Center (CDEC) on its Niceville campus that serves the children of students and the public, and the center will serve as a lab classroom for the new bachelor s program. For information on the program, contact Beverly Sandlin, NWF State College Director of Early Childhood Education, at (850) or sandlinb@nwfsc.edu. What is the Job Outlook? The career opportunities for graduates with a Bachelor s degree is strong as most federal and private early childhood programs now require the bachelor s degree for directors and teachers. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accrediting Academy now stipulates that all child center directors must have a bachelor s degree for facilities which have the national accreditation. Additionally, federal regulations now require that 50 percent of Head Start teachers must hold a bachelor s degree. B.S. Degree Code S credits GENERAL EDUCATION 1 36 Credits Required ENC English Composition I ENC English Composition II MGF Mathematics for Liberal Arts I Or other General Education Math 3 General Education Math 6 GE Humanities (SATC) 4 GE Biological Science 4 GE Physical Science 3-4 GE Science or HLP Social Science/History/Government 3 Social Science/Behavioral Science 1 General Education Elective STATE-MANDATED PREREQUISITES 21 Credits Required EEC Intro to Early Childhood Education EEC Early Childhood Ed Foundations EEC Internship, Early Childhood Ed EEC Assessment in Early Childhood Ed EDF Intro to the Teaching Profession EDF Intro to Diversity for Educators EME Intro to Technology for Educators LOWER DIV. ELECTIVE 3 Credits Required EEC XXXX 3 Early Childhood Technical Elective FOREIGN LANGUAGE 8 Credits Required Credits must be earned in the same foreign language; the requirement may also be satisfied with two years of the same high school foreign language or appropriate score on an approved CLEP examination. Total Lower Division (Associate Degree) Requirements 60 UPPER DIV. EDUCATION 42 Credits Required EEC Teaching the Language Arts in Early Childhood Education EEC Art, Music, and Movement EEC Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers EEC Professionalism/Program Develop EEC Families and Diversity EEC Teaching Math and Science in Early Childhood Education EEC Systematic Observation and Assmt EEC Principles and Methods for Teaching Early Childhood Social Studies EEX Classroom Management in Early Childhood Education EEX Young Children with Special Needs EDG Internship Total Upper Division Education Courses Requirements 42 1 Students entering with an A.S. or A.A.S. degree will complete 18 General Education hours within the B.S. in Early Childhood coursework. Students entering with an A.A. degree will complete 18 hours of Early Childhood technical coursework within the B.S. in Early Childhood, in accordance with a signed program of study designed by a program advisor. Total Credit Requirements for Degree 120 Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide Page 13

14 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION WITH ESOL & READING ENDORSEMENTS (B.S. Degree) General Info -- The NWFSC Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (B.S.) program is designed to prepare students for teaching positions in grades one through six. The program provides suffi cient hours to earn the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) endorsement and the reading endorsement. To be admitted to the NWFSC Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree program, students must satisfy certain admissions requirements. School-based fi eld experiences are infused throughout the NWFSC Elementary Education Teacher Education program. Students will complete a 450 hour teaching internship, or student teaching assignment, as the culminating experience in the program. Students seeking the reading endorsement will complete an additional 60 hour teaching practicum. This teaching component is designed to ensure adequate application and practice of teaching skills learned in the classroom setting. In addition, many classes have an additional fi eld experience component in which the student will observe in the classroom, attend school staff meetings, present a lesson in the school setting or complete other school-based activities. See the college catalog for complete requirements at For information or to schedule an advising appointment, contact Teacher Education at (850) Will I be a certified teacher when I have completed the Bachelor of Science degree? The bachelor s degree is a crucial element in obtaining Florida teacher certifi cation. Actual certifi cation is determined by the Florida Department of Education and there are additional steps associated with the process. This program is designed to cover the content and competencies required by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) in preparation for certifi cation in Elementary Education. The Elementary Education program will also qualify the student to seek the reading endorsement & ESOL endorsement. The FLDOE website ( doe.org) provides current information regarding certifi cation requirements. B.S.E. Degree Code S200E 120 credits GENERAL EDUCATION 36 Credits Required ENC English Composition I ENC English Composition II 6 General Education Mathematics 6 (MGF 1106 and MAC 1105 recommended) 6 General Education Humanities (HUM 1020 recommended) GLY 2010C 4 Principles of Geology I 1, 2 PHY 4 GE Physical Science 1 BSC 4 GE Biological Science 1 3 GE Social Science/History/ Government 3 (POS or AMH) 3 GE Social Science/Behavioral Science 3 (GEA or ECO) 1 It is recommended that at least one physical or biological science include a lab. 2 Other general education natural science courses may meet this program requirement; see your advisor. 3 The two courses not taken to meet General Education requirements should be taken as lower division electives. STATE-MANDATED PREREQUISITES 9 Credits Required EDF Intro to the Teaching Profession EDF Intro to Diversity for Educators EME Intro to Technology for Educators LOWER DIV. ELECTIVES 4 15 Credits Required AMH 3 American History I or II DEP Child Growth and Development ECO 3 Economics I or II EDP Educational Psychology EEX Intro to Exceptional Children GEA World Regional Geography LIT Introduction to Children s and Adolescent Literature POS American Government PSY Psychology SPC Speech SYG Social Problems 4 Students who do not have foreign language requirement at the high school level must complete eight (8) credits of foreign language. Total Lower Division (Associate Degree) Requirements 60 UPPER DIV. EDUCATION 33 Credits Required EDG Instructional Strategies EDF Human Development and Learning EDF Measurement, Evaluation, and Assessment in Education EEX Methods of Inclusion & Collaboration EDG 3410C 3 Classroom Management, School Safety, Law, and Ethics TSL 3081C 3 TESOL Issues and Practice RED 3309C 3 Early and Emergent Literacy K-2 RED 3511C 3 Intermediate Literacy 3-6: Reading and Thinking RED Integration of Assessment into Classroom Reading RED 4519C 3 Diagnostic and Instructional Interventions in Reading EDE Integrating Art, Music, and Physical Education METHODS COURSES 15 Credits Required EDE 4226C 3 Integrated Language Arts, Social Science and Literature MAE 3350C 3 Principles and Methods for Teaching Mathematics K-8 SCE 3350C 3 Principles and Methods for Teaching Science K-8 LAE 4343C 3 Writing Across the Curriculum TSL 4140C 3 ESOL Methods, Curriculum and Assessment INTERNSHIP 12 Credits Required EDG Internship EDE 4930C 1 Seminar in Elementary Education RED 4854C 2 Reading Field Experience Total Internship Requirements 12 Total Upper Division Requirements 60 Total Credit Requirements for Degree 120 PAGE 14 NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide

15 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MIDDLE GRADES MATHEMATICS EDUCATION (B.S. Degree) General Info -- The NWFSC Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Math Education (B.S.) degree program is designed to prepare students for teaching positions in math at the middle school level. To be admitted to the NWFSC Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Math Education degree program, students must satisfy certain admissions requirements. The Bachelor s in Middle Grades Education degree program is 120 credits; 60 credits are earned at the lower division and 60 credits are earned at the upper division. Students who enroll full-time should be able to complete the full 120 credits in four years; students who enter the program as juniors and attend full-time should be able to complete the program in two years. However, the teaching internship requirement can be completed only in the Fall or Spring terms, which may impact the student s completion date. School-based field experiences are infused throughout the NWF State College Middle Grades Math Education degree program. Students will complete a 450 hour teaching internship, or student teaching assignment, as the culminating experience in the program. This teaching component is designed to ensure adequate application and practice of teaching skills learned in the classroom setting. In addition, many classes have an additional field experience component in which the student will observe in the classroom, attend school staff meetings, present a lesson in the school setting, or complete other school-based activities. See the college catalog for complete requirements at For information or to schedule an advising appointment, contact Teacher Education at (850) Will I be a certified teacher when I have completed the Bachelor of Science degree? The bachelor s degree is a crucial element in obtaining Florida teacher certification. Actual certification is determined by the Florida Department of Education, and there are additional steps associated with the process. This program is designed to cover the content and competencies required by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) in preparation for certification in Middle Grades Math Education. The FLDOE website ( provides current information regarding certification requirements. B.S.E. Degree GENERAL EDUCATION Code S200M 120 credits 36 Credits Required ENC English Composition I ENC English Composition II 6 General Education Mathematics 6 General Education Humanities 3 GE Social Science/History/Govmt 3 GE Social Science/Behavioral Science (PSY 2012 recom.) GLY 2010C 4 Principles of Geology I 1, 2 BSC 4 GE Biological Science 1 PHY 4 GE Physical Science 1 1 It is recommended that at least one physical or biological science include a lab. 2 Other general education natural science courses may meet this program requirement; see your advisor. STATE-MANDATED PREREQUISITES 17 Credits Required EDF Intro to the Teaching Profession EDF Intro to Diversity for Educators EME Intro to Technology for Educators MAC Calculus I MAC 4 Approved mathematics course LOWER DIV. ELECTIVES 7 Credits Required MAC College Algebra MAC Pre-Calculus Algebra MAC Trigonometry MAC Pre-Calculus Algebra/Trigonometry MAC Calculus for Business 3 Students who have not met the foreign language requirement at the high school level must complete (8) college credits of foreign language. Core Professional Education COURSES 27 Credits Required EDG Instructional Strategies EDF Human Development and Learning EDF Measurement, Evaluation, and Assessment in Education EEX Methods of Inclusion & Collaboration EDG 3410C 3 Classroom Management, School Safety, Law, and Ethics EME 3410C 3 Integrating Technology in the Classroom TSL 3081C 3 TESOL Issues and Practice RED 3335C 3 Teaching Reading in the Content Areas RED 3324C 3 Teaching in the Middle Grades Curriculum ADDITIONAL METHODS & CONTENT COURSES REQUIRED 23 Credits Required MAE 4312C 3 How Children Learn Math MAE 3350C 3 Principles and Methods for Teaching Mathematics K-8 MAE 4940C 1 Teaching Methods in Middle Grades Math Field Experience MTG College Geometry MAC Calculus II or another department approved Math elective MHF History of Mathematics STA Statistics or another department approved Statistics course MHF Set Theory and Logic OR MAD Applied Discrete Mathematics INTERNSHIP & SEMINAR 10 Credits Required EDG Internship MAE 4930C 1 Seminar in Math Education Total Lower Division (Associate Degree) Requirements 3 60 Total Credit Requirements for Degree 120 Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide Page 15

16 B.S.E. Degree GENERAL EDUCATION BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MIDDLE GRADES GENERAL SCIENCES EDUCATION (B.S. Degree) General Info -- The NWFSC Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Science Education (B.S.) degree program is designed to prepare students for teaching positions in science at the middle school level. To be admitted to this degree program students must satisfy certain admissions requirements. School-based fi eld experiences are infused throughout the NWFSC Middle Grades Science Education degree program. Students complete a 450 hour teaching internship, or student teaching assignment, as the culminating experience in the program. This teaching component is designed to ensure adequate application and practice of teaching skills learned in the classroom setting. In addition, many classes have an additional fi eld experience component in which the student will observe in the classroom, attend school staff meetings, present a lesson in the school setting, or complete other schoolbased activities. See the college catalog for complete requirements at For information or to schedule an advising appointment, contact Teacher Education at (850) Will I be a certified teacher when I have completed the Bachelor of Science degree? The bachelor s degree is a crucial element in obtaining Florida teacher certifi cation. Actual certifi cation is determined by the Florida Department of Education, and there are additional steps associated with the process. This program is designed to cover the content and competencies required by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) in preparation for certifi cation in Middle Grades Science Education. The FLDOE website ( doe.org) provides current information regarding certifi cation requirements. Code S200S 120 credits 36 Credits Required ENC English Composition I ENC English Composition II MAC College Algebra MAC Pre-Calculus Algebra 6 General Education Humanities 3 GE Social Science/History/Govmt 3 GE Social Science/Behavioral Science (PSY 2012 recom.) GLY 2010C 4 Principles of Geology I 1 BSC 1010C 4 Principles of Biology I 2 CHM Chemical Science OR PHY Physical Science STATE-MANDATED PREREQUISITES 20 Credits Required EDF Intro to the Teaching Profession EDF Intro to Diversity for Educators EME Intro to Technology for Educators GLY C 4 Geological Science 1,3 BSC 1011C 4 Principles of Biology II 2 OCE C 3 Oceanographic Science LOWER DIV. ELECTIVE 4 Credits Required 4 Physical Science Elective (EVS 1001C recommended particularly if the student s two-sequence science with lab was physical or chemical science instead of biological science) 1 Other general education natural science courses may meet this program requirement; see your advisor. 2 All students must take a two-course science sequence with a lab. Students who substitute CHM 1045C or PHY 1053C for BSC 1010C in their GE coursework, must substitute CHM 1046C or PHY 1054C for BSC 1011C in the state-mandated prerequisites. Remember that NWFSC GE requirements include a biological science; this college requirement cannot be waived for students completing their A.A. degree at NWFSC. Note: BSC 1011C serves as a prerequisite for ISC 4145, which is required in the B.S. Middle Grades Science Teacher Education program. Therefore, the most efficient lower-division course selection includes BSC 1010C to meet the GE biological science requirement, followed by BSC 1011C. This course sequence meets GE requirements, state-mandated prerequisite requirements, and one prerequisite for a course in upper division. CORE PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION COURSES 27 Credits Required EDG Instructional Strategies EDF Human Development and Learning EDF Measurement, Evaluation, and Assessment in Education EEX Methods of Inclusion & Collaboration EDG 3410C 3 Classroom Management, School Safety, Law, and Ethics EME 3410C 3 Integrating Technology in the Classroom TSL 3081C 3 TESOL Issues and Practice RED 3335C 3 Teaching Reading in the Content Areas RED 3324C 3 Teaching in the Middle Grades Curriculum ADDITIONAL METHODS & CONTENT COURSES REQUIRED 23 Credits Required SCE 3350C 3 Principles and Methods for Teaching Science K-8 SCE 4940C 1 Teaching Methods in Middle Grades Science Field Experience ISC Environmental Systems CHM Chemical Science OR PHY Physical Science 12 Three department approved science electives INTERNSHIP 10 Credits Required EDG Internship SCE 4930C 1 Seminar in Science Education Total Lower Division (Associate Degree) Requirements 4 60 Total Upper Division Credits 60 Total Credit Requirements For Degree Some students may have satisfied this requirement in their General Education courses, in which case another college credit course may be substituted here. 4 Students who have not met the foreign language requirement at the high school level must complete (8) college credits of foreign language. PAGE 16 NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide

17 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N. Degree) General Info -- The NWF State College RN to B.N.S. degree program is designed for the Florida Licensed Registered Nurses who are seeking a bachelor s degree in nursing. Registered Nurses may already be 75% finished with their B.N.S., as at NWFSC, 14 credit hours are awarded (at no cost) to all RN to B.N.S. students just before earning their B.N.S. The B.N.S. degree brings the nurse an excellent potential for promotion and better employment options. A B.N.S. degree is required for numerous positions in bedside nursing, nursing leadership, case management, and public health clinics. It is the pathway to teach nursing and the route to becoming an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Nurse Midwife (CNM), or commissioned military officer. For Registered Nurses with a B.N.S. degree the salary range is from $40,000 to $67,000 per year. New students may begin this program of study in any term. See the college catalog for complete requirements at For information or to schedule an advising appointment, contact Dr. Beth Norton, Director, at (850) or nortonb@nwfsc.edu. Online Courses -- The upper division nursing courses in the NWF State College Bachelor of Science in Nursing program are offered online, while clinical experiences are located in Okaloosa and Walton counties. Clinical is scheduled by the students within a flexible framework of available dates, times, and sites. Students can complete the program in one to two years and most students have full-time careers as Registered Nurses while completing their B.N.S. National Accreditation -- The B.N.S. nursing program at NWFSC is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington DC 20036, (202) For more information regarding disclosure, please review pages of the CCNE Procedures for Accreditation of Baccalaureate Code S100 and Graduate Degree Nursing Programs B.S.N. Degree 120 credits GENERAL EDUCATION 36 Credits Required ENC English Composition I ENC English Composition II 3 General Education Math STA Statistics 6 GE Humanities (SATC) BSC 1085C 4 Anatomy and Physiology I BSC 1086C 4 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 General Education Physical Science PSY Psychology OR SYG Sociology 3 GE Social Science/History/Govmt B.S.N. Common PREREQUISITE Courses 13 Credits Required DEP Human Growth and Development HUN Nutrition (or NUR equivalent) MCB 2010C 4 Microbiology, Allied Health 3 CHM, BSC, BCH, PCB, PHY Course (CHM, PHY may be used for GE if 4 hours) FOREIGN LANGUAGE 8 Credits Required Credits must be earned in the same foreign language; the requirement may also be satisfied with two years of the same high school foreign language or appropriate score on an approved CLEP examination. Lower Division Nursing & Other COURSES Credits Required Generally, these are the NUR courses required in the associate degree nursing program; credits may vary depending on how many additional non-nur credits are needed to meet associate degree requirements. Lower division Credits 76 Credits Required Lower division credits may differ from this number depending on whether or not the student must complete additional prerequisites or foreign language credits. Upper division Nursing Courses 30 Credits Required NUR Dimensions of Baccalaureate Nursing Practice NUR Portfolio I NUR 3067C 3 Health Assessment NUR Writing for Success in Nursing NUR Nursing Care of Complex Clients NUR Evidence-Based Practice: Incorporating Nursing Research NUR 4615C 5 Family and Community Health NUR 4827C 5 Nursing Management & Leadership NUR Portfolio II NUR Health Care Issues NUR * 3 Upper Division Nursing Elective May I begin the program if I have not completed some of the pre-requisite courses? Yes, once accepted into the program you may begin. Students must complete all general education and prerequisite courses prior to taking any senior level courses. May I challenge courses? Challenge exams are available in selected nursing courses. Permission must be arranged in advance. *Available Upper Division Nursing Electives Credits NUR Nursing Care of Vulnerable Populations NUR Nursing Ethics NUR Clinical Pathophysiology NSP Intro to Critical Care Nursing NSP The Professional Nurse Manager and Leader NSP Nursing Care of Military and Veteran Populations Portfolio Credits are awarded after successful completion of the Portfolio I and II courses 14 Total Upper Division Credits 44 Total Credits for the B.S.N. Degree 120 Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide Page 17

18 Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree A.A. Degree = First Two Years of a Bachelor s Degree The Associate in Arts degree is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor s degree program and prepares students to continue studies in any upper division bachelor s degree program -- whether at NWFSC or at another college or university program. The A.A. degree may also be earned as a stand-alone degree. The A.A. program of study offers all the necessary prerequisite courses for Florida s system of state colleges and universities. The A.A. is also recognized and welcomed in transfer to universities nationwide. As part of Florida s public system of higher education, college courses at NWFSC carry the same course numbers as those offered at the state s universities and are recognized as equivalent courses. The Associate in Arts degree includes 60 college credits, including a 36 hour general education core and 24 elective credits. Earn your Associate in Arts degree at NWFSC and you are guaranteed admission to one of Florida s public universities as a Junior (transfer student with acceptance of 60 credit hours) through NWFSC s participation in the statewide Articulation Agreement. Other transfer rights are also guaranteed by the State through this unique agreement. Individual Program of Study Tailored to Your Degree Goal! The A.A. degree is your gateway to more than 200 bachelor s degree programs in Florida and transfer opportunities nationwide. A.A. degree students should work closely with a counselor or faculty advisor to select the appropriate courses to meet their degree goals. Schedule a free appointment today with one of NWFSC s educational advisors to discuss your long-term educational goals. Meeting with an advisor face-to-face is a great way to get personalized answers to your college questions. Once you ve completed the online admissions application, advisors will help you outline your first two years of coursework for any bachelor s degree program of study. Open Door Admissions to A.A. Degree NWFSC has an open door admissions policy. This means any student who has a valid high school diploma, State GED or a Home School affidavit may be admitted to the NWFSC Associate of Arts degree program (see the college catalog for complete requirements at The college does not use grade point average or test scores to determine admission. Scores from the ACT, SAT or the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) are used to help place students in appropriate courses not as a requirement for admission. First-time-in-college students whose placement test scores are less than the designated minimums may be required to take necessary College Preparatory (Prep) courses. See NWFSC offers a College Success class (SLS 1101) that is recommended for new students. Any student who may be required to take College Success, must do so during their first semester at the college. Search for SLS 1101 in the online schedule of classes at for a complete listing of all the day, time and location options for enrolling in the College Success class. Students may be admitted to the college at any time during the year. Call NWFSC Admissions at (850) A.A. Degree = University Transfer & University Success! NWFSC graduates who transfer to Florida s university system earn among the highest grade point averages in the state - an average GPA of Our small class size, quality faculty and personal attention prepare you for success in any degree program you wish to pursue! A.A. Degree = Largest Degree Program! The Associate in Arts program of study is the largest degree program offered by the college with 75% of all NWFSC students enrolled in an A.A. or University transfer program of study. Class Times, Locations & Flexible Schedule Options Students may pursue an Associate in Arts degree through hundreds of different courses each term offered in day, evening, weekend, hybrid, fast-track and ecampus/online formats. New students may begin the A.A. program of study in any term. For specific day, time, location & ecampus options for courses, see the see the Schedule of Classes at Page 18 Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide

19 Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree Those pursing an A.A. degree must complete sixty (60) college credits to earn the degree. Thirty-six (36) of these credits must be General Education core credits distributed across the five subject areas noted below. The remaining twenty-four (24) elective credits should be selected in consultation with an advisor, who will assist the student in selecting college credits most advantageous to the student s educational goals. See the Schedule of classes at for specific day, time, location and ecampus/online options available for all courses noted below. Important Note: Information presented below about Associate in Arts degree requirements is a synopsis. Students should consult the college catalog or schedule an appointment with an Academic Advisor to plan a specific program of study to meet your educational goals. For information call (850) or the NWFSC campus nearest you. General Education Requirements COMMUNICATION SKILLS 6 Credits Required ENC English Composition l ENC English Composition ll MATHEMATICS 6-7 Credits Required MAC College Algebra MAC Pre-Calculus Algebra MAC Trigonometry MAC Pre-Calculus Algebra/Trigonometry MAC Calculus I MAC Calculus II MAC Calculus III MAC Calculus for Business MAD Intro to Discrete Mathematics MAP Differential Equations MAS Linear Algebra MGF Math for Liberal Arts I MGF Math for Liberal Arts II MTG College Geometry STA Statistics OR STA Statistical Applications HUMANITIES 6 Credits Required I. Speaking-Across-The-Curriculum Humanities ARH Art History: Pre-Renaissance ARH Art History: Renaissance - 18th Century to Neo-Classicism ARH Architecture History ARH Art History: Modern Art HUM Humanities Introduction HUM Humanities Contemporary Perspective MUH Humanities Music PHI Introduction to Ethics THE Humanities Cinema Appreciation THE Introduction to Theater History THE Dramatic Literature II. General Humanities AML American Literature I AML American Literature II ARH Humanities Art ENL 2012A 3 English Literature I ENL English Literature II HUM Humanities Foreign Study LIT Contemporary Literature LIT World Literature I HUMANITIES (cont.) LIT World Literature II PHI Intro to Philosophy REL Intro to World Religions NATURAL SCIENCES Credits Required Select from each of the three areas below: I. Biological Science: (Choose One) BOT 1010C 4 Botany BSC General Biology BSC 1010C 4 Principles of Biology I BSC 1011C 4 Principles of Biology II BSC 1085C 4 Anatomy and Physiology I BSC 1086C 4 Anatomy and Physiology II ZOO 1010C 4 Zoology II. Physical Science: (Choose One) AST Astronomy CHM Chemical Science CHM 1032C 4 Gen. Chemistry for Life Sciences CHM 1045C 4 College Chemistry I CHM 1046C 4 College Chemistry II ESC Earth Science EVS 1001C 4 Environmental Sciences GLY 2010C 4 Principles of Geology I GLY 2100C 4 Principles of Geology II ISC Natural Disasters Causes, Conseq., Human Response MET Introduction to Meteorology OCE 1001C 4 Oceanography & Marine Biology OCE 1013C 4 Aquatic Environmental Science PHY Physical Science PHY 1053C 4 Physics I PHY 1054C 4 Physics II PHY 2048C 4 College Physics I PHY 2049C 4 College Physics II III. Choose one additional science from above or choose one of the following: BSC 2020C 4 Human Structure and Function GLY 2601C 4 Introduction to Paleontology HLP Wellness: Practice & Theory OR any Biological or Physical Science from above 36 credits Social Sciences/History/Government 3 Select one from the list below: AMH American History I AMH American History II AMH American Civilization POS American Government POT History/Ideas of Political Science SYG Social Problems WOH World Civilization I WOH World Civilization II WOH Twentieth Century SOCIAL SCIENCE/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE 3 Select one Social Science course from list below OR a second Social Science course from above ANT Introduction to Anthropology ANT Introduction to Archaeology ECO Economics I GEA World Regional Geography PSY Psychology SYG Sociology General Education Electives - That may be used to count toward GE core Maximum of 1 credit from each course may be used toward the total 36 core credits required ASL of 4 American Sign Language I BSC 1005L 1 Biology Lab DEP of 3 Human Growth & Development FRE of 4 French I CHI of 4 Mandarin Chinese I ESC 1000L 1 Earth Science Lab ENG Research Papers HUN of 3 Nutrition LIS Library Skills LIS Internet Research LIT of 3 Intro Children s & Adolescent Lit. LIT of 3 Literature of War/20th Century PHY 1020L 1 Physical Science Lab SLS of 3 College Success SLS Effective Study SPC Essentials of Speech SPC of 3 Speech SPC of 3 Interpersonal Communication SPN of 4 Spanish I Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide Page 19

20 ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) Florida College & University Transfer - Baccalaureate Programs Through the A.A. program of study, NWFSC offers all the necessary prerequisite courses for transfer into more than 200 baccalaureate programs offered at State Universities or State Colleges such as NWFSC, which offers 7 baccalaureate programs. State baccalaureate programs are listed below to assist students in designing an Associate in Arts (A.A.) program of study. Elective credits in the A.A. degree should be tailored to the student s education goals or the degree requirements of the upper division major/program of study intended. For information on selecting appropriate prerequisite courses for each program, contact NWFSC Advising at (850) to develop a Program of Study. Bachelor s programs offered at NWFSC are noted below in bold underline and may also be found on pages Program changes, additions or deletions are mandated through the Florida Department of Education. See the college catalog for complete A.A. degree requirements. Certain restrictions apply. Accounting Actuarial Science Advertising Aerospace Engineering African-American (Black) Studies Agricultural (Food & Resource) Economics Agricultural Business/Operations Agricultural Engineering Agricultural Teacher Education (Vocational) Agriculture Science American Studies Animal Science - Animal Biology Animal Science - Animal Industry Anthropology Applied Physiology and Kinesiology Applied Science Architectural Engineering Technology Architecture Art History & Appreciation Art Teacher Education Art, General Asian Studies Astronomy Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology, General Biological & Physical Sciences - Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences Biological & Physical Sciences Interdisciplinary Studies Biomedical Sciences Biomedical/Bioengineering Biotechnology Botany, General Business Administration & Management Business Administration Business Managerial Economics Business Marketing Management Business, General Business Technology Education Cardiopulmonary Science Chemical Engineering Chemical Sciences Chemistry Chemistry - Teacher Education Civil Engineering Classics Coastal & Ocean Engineering Communication (Mass) or Converged Communications Communication Studies Communications and Media Studies Community Health Community Health Liaison Computational Biology Computer & Information Science (Computer Science, Info. Systems, Information Science) Information Technology Computer Science Computer Criminology Computer Engineering Computer Engineering - Computer & Information Engineering Computer Networking Construction Engineering Construction/Building Technology Criminal Forensic Studies Criminal Justice Studies Criminology Dance Dance Education Dental Hygiene Dietetics/Nutritional Services Digital Arts/Digital Media (Computer Animation, Digital Arts/Digital Media) Digital Interactive Systems/Visual Language Digital Media Drama Education Dramatic Arts/Theatre East Asian Languages Economics - Social Sciences Economics - Business Education with Teaching Certifications in Elementary Ed and Exceptional Student Ed with Endorsements in English for Speakers of Other Languages and Reading Education of Blind & Visually Handicapped Education of Specific Learning Disabled Education of the Emotionally Handicapped Education of the Mentally Handicapped Educational Studies SPC Electrical, Electronics Engineering Electronic Engineering Technology Elementary Teacher Education - NWFSC Energy Technology Management Engineering Technology Engineering Technology, General (Electrical, Construction, Instructional Engineering) English Teacher Education English, General Entomology Environmental Health Engineering Environmental Science Environmental Studies Exercise Science Exercise Science - Fitness/Wellness Family & Consumer Sciences Education Family and Children Sciences Finance, General Finance, Banking Financial Services Fire Science Management Fire and Emergency Services Food Science & Technology (Food Science, Dietetics, Nutritional Sciences) Foreign Language, Multiple Foreign Languages Teacher Education Forensic Science Forest Resources & Conservation (Wildlife Ecology & Conservation, Forest Resources & Conservation) French French and Francophone Studies Geography Page 20 Northwest Florida State COLLEGE Degrees & Career Programs Guide