Programs of Study

Whether you are preparing for your career or you want to enhance your present skills, St. Johns River State College has an array of academic programs to fit your needs as well as special instructional programs of study. General education requirements and many of the elective, professional, and other required courses are available on all three locations; however, not all of the Associate in Science degree programs and college credit certificate programs are available at each College location.

Bachelor of Science Degree and Bachelor of Applied Science Degree

St. Johns River State College has been granted authorization from the Florida legislature to offer bachelor’s degrees to meet local and regional workforce needs and demands. A bachelor’s degree is awarded for successful completion of an undergraduate curriculum in a 2+2 manner such that a completed associate’s degree is required of applicants. Both the B.A.S. and the B.S. degree require a minimum of 120 college-level credit hours, which includes 36 credit hours in general education as well as program specific courses. See Bachelor’s Degrees .

Associate in Arts Degree

The Associate in Arts degree is the legally recognized transfer degree for the Florida College System and is specifically designed for the student who wishes to transfer into the state university system as a university junior. The A.A. degree requires a minimum of 60 college-level credit hours, which includes 36 credit hours in general education and 24 hours of university transfer program prerequisites/electives. See Associate in Arts, A.A.  

Associate in Science Degree

These degrees are for students planning to enter a career at the semi-professional level upon completion of the program of study. The A.S. degree programs provide instruction in two areas: general education and program specific education related to specific careers. General education courses are designed to help develop a well-rounded individual and enhance employment potential. See Associate in Science Degrees .

College Credit Certificates

The college credit certificate programs are designed to prepare students for immediate entry into a career in the workforce. These programs may be completed in as little as one year and are an intermediate step toward the related Associate in Science degree in that area of study. College credit certificates consist primarily of specialized courses in a specific career area. See College Credit Certificate .

Career Certificates

Postsecondary Job Training programs prepare students for entry into a given career or vocation. Each of these programs prepares students for a specific occupation or one of a cluster of related occupations. See Career Certificate .

Florida School of the Arts

Articulated Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Opportunities

The College actively seeks to form agreements with colleges and universities for the purpose of increasing access to baccalaureate and graduate degrees for residents of Putnam, Clay and St. Johns counties. For a list of participating colleges, see Articulated Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Opportunities .

Continuing and Community Education

The College is committed to extending into the community beyond its traditional course offerings and campuses through a variety of credit and non-credit programs including baccalaureate and graduate degree opportunities, continuing education courses, the Educator Preparation Institute, non-credit job enhancement courses, and non-credit recreation and leisure courses. Beginning on Continuing and Community Education .

Adult Education

St. Johns River State College offers adult education classes throughout Putnam County for students who wish to improve their basic educational skills and/or prepare to earn a Florida High School Diploma through the General Educational Development (GED) program. Students may also take part in an Integrated Education and Training (IET) program where students study for both their GED and an industry-recognized credential. See Adult Education .