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Degree Programs
There are a large number of degree programs available via distance learning, through either community colleges or universities. To see the complete list, click here.

Credit Courses
To take credit courses, you must enroll at the institution that provides the online course as the credit is awarded by that institution. For complete information about any credit course listed in this catalog contact the sponsoring campus by clicking on the institution name. See the course description or the list of campus contacts.

Non-Credit Continuing Education and Professional Development Courses
These programs are available at many of our institutions. Continuing Education and Professional Development programs provide a variety of non-credit courses for occupational skills, career development, certification and recertification, and enrichment for quality of life learning.

Transfer Credits
While most courses will transfer to other institutions within Florida, you should check first before registering for the course. Other rules could apply when transferring to or from a private or an out-of-state institution.

Course Availability
Courses may be designated as open, limited, or restricted.

  • Restricted Availability – Course enrollment restricted to students enrolled at the offering institution.
  • Limited Availability – Limited seats available for student meeting certain criteria such as those accepted to a specific degree program.
  • Open Availability – Open to all students (including transient students) until class size limits are reached.

Delivery Methods
Courses are delivered by way of the Internet, video, 2-way TV, print, multi-mode, and audio.

Online Advising
FACTS.org offers online advising for institutional information.

Students with Disabilities
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities or limitations should be made prior to the date of the program or activity for which it is needed. Please do so as early as possible prior to the program or activity so that proper arrangements can be made. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the program coordinator or the office giving the program.

Course Prefix and Number
A course prefix indicates the discipline field of study while the course number describes the level as well as the specific course within that field of study. (Ex. ENG 1101 is for Freshman level English Composition.)

 * To view information about Florida’s Statewide Course Numbering System and General Rule for Course Equivalencies please click here.

Career Planning
FACTS.org Career Planning - A great resource for career planning is found at FACTS.org, Florida's official online student advising system.  Click on the ‘Career Planning’ section at FACTS.org to use the online career guidance programs found there. These online guidance programs will help you explore occupations, discover your personal likes and dislikes, and evaluate your skills and experiences. Each of the resources are provided free of charge to Florida citizens through the FACTS.org website. You may also find the Florida eChoices  helpful. This is a career exploration and information system from Bridges.com licensed by the Department of Education for Internet use.

For More Information
For further information on the program content for courses listed in this catalog, contact the institution listed in the program description.  Institutional Information can be viewed by clicking on the name of the institution after you have chosen a course of interest.

 

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