Northwest Florida State College

Programme overview

Northwest Florida State College’s A.S. degrees are designed to lead directly to employment in workforce-ready, applied careers. Classes are small and taught by faculty with business or industry experience. All A.S. programs at NWFSC articulate to Bachelor of Applied Science programs at this college and other Florida state colleges, allowing students to continue their studies if they choose.

What you'll study

Curricula vary by pathway; A.S. degrees focus on practical, career-oriented skills and technical training. Programs listed by the college include:

• Accounting Technology
• Architectural Design & Construction Technology
• Business Administration
• Computer Engineering Technology
• Computer Information Technology
• Computer Programming and Analysis
• Criminal Justice Technology
• Customer Relationship Management
• Digital Media/Multimedia Technology
• Drafting Design Technology
• Early Childhood Education
• Emergency Administration & Management
• Emergency Medical Services
• Engineering Technology
• Graphics Technology
• Health Services Management
• Industrial Management Technology
• Internet Services Technology
• IT Security
• Medical Coder/Biller
• Music Production Technology
• Network Systems Technology
• Nursing
• Office Administration
• Paralegal Studies
• Radiography
• Sports, Fitness and Recreation Management
• Theatre & Entertainment Technology
• Welding

Entry requirements

The source does not specify formal admission criteria for the A.S. programs. Prospective students should consult NWFSC for program-specific prerequisites, placement testing, or licensing requirements that may apply to particular career pathways.

Career prospects

A.S. graduates are prepared for employment in high-demand, often higher-wage technical and health fields such as nursing, radiography and computer-related occupations. The degrees are explicitly career-oriented and intended to get students into the workforce; students who wish to advance can transfer into Bachelor of Applied Science programs.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

NWFSC advertises low tuition and notes that students typically incur little to no student debt, which can enable graduates to begin earning immediately after completing an A.S. program. For detailed scholarship, grant and aid options, contact the college financial aid office.