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Southwest Florida College Programs of Study

The mission of Southwest Florida College is to provide an education to men and women that will enable them to pursue successful careers and lead enriched lives.

To support this mission, the College offers:

  • Associate degrees, diplomas or certificates in Accounting, Computer Aided Drafting & Design, Computer Programming & Database Management,  Crime Scene Investigation, Criminal Justice, Digital Design, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Care & Management, Health Information Technology, Interior Design & Decorating, Kitchen & Bath, Management & Marketing, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding Technology, Network Engineering & Administration, Paralegal Studies, Surgical Technician, Web Design & Development.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Interior Design & Decorating, Health Care Administration, and Management
  • General education courses as an essential element of all programs
  • A faculty whose credentials include academic preparation and professional and practical experience
  • Services to help students develop realistic academic plans and identify career objectives
  • Cooperative education that combines formal education with relevant work experience
  • Lifetime career assistance to help graduates secure employment opportunities
  • An environment that is professional and conducive to learning

Philosophy

Southwest Florida College recognizes the
ever-increasing need for postsecondary education and strives to provide opportunities for individuals to pursue their educational goals through
career-focused training. Southwest Florida College is committed to providing an equal educational opportunity environment conducive to lifelong learning where individuals can acquire knowledge, build skills, and develop attitudes that will help prepare them for rewarding careers in fields with high growth potential.

 

 

Southwest Florida College offers training toward an Associate of Science degree, diploma or certificate in numerous in-demand career fields, as well as several Bachelor's Degrees. You may choose from the following options:

 

 
Allied Health

Secure industries are a rare thing these days, but with the American population curve aging, the demand for qualified medical practitioners has never been higher. At Southwest Florida College, our medical programs will give you the tools to remain in a high-paying career for many years to come.

SWFC Allied Health students can graduate with diplomas in Medical Assistant or Medical Billing & Coding Technology, associate's degrees in Health Information Technology, Medical Assistant or Surgical Technician, or with a bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration.

Medical Assistant

 
 
Criminal Justice/Legal Studies

Southwest Florida College can educate you on a broad spectrum of coursework encompassing corrections, paralegal studies, law enforcement, terrorism, and private security and investigations.

Our classes will provide you with in-depth information about subjects as diverse as juvenile delinquency, criminology, white collar crime, and a student body favorite, organized crime.

Police Officer
 
 
Digital Design

Southwest Florida College is one of the few schools in the area offering a degree specifically in digital design.Our programs will teach you the tools of the trade that graphic designers rely on daily to get the job done in style. Learn how to use Adobe Creative Suite and 3D Studio Max on state-of-the-art Apple computers to create a variety of print, electronic and film media to create designs to dazzle your clients.

Digital Designer
 
 
Information Technology

Careers in Information Technology are on the rise! Southwest Florida College has top-notch programs that will put you in demand for years to come.SWFC offers Network Engineering & Administration, Computer Programming & Database Management, or Web Design & Development.

Courses are taught by CompTia, Cisco, and Microsoft certified instructors, all of whom have their master's degree in IT. Throughout your training with SWFC, you may become certified in A+ Hardware and Software, Net+, Security+, Linux+, Project+, CCNA, and MCTS.

Network Engineer

 
 
Education

The Education degree programs at Southwest Florida College are designed to prepare students for careers in the education career field.  The coursework provides students with opportunities to study and apply their understanding in emergent literacy, the exceptional child, and in documenting observations and using the data to plan lessons to meet the needs of the children.Students will focus on the creation of developmentally appropriate curriculums, instruction and assessment in their classrooms.

Teacher
 
 
Business

Business practices are changing almost as rapidly as the technology that drives them. How do you keep up with the pack? You need an education that can teach you to successfully plan and implement all your ventures. At Southwest Florida College, our programs in Business can help educate you for a role in defining business problems, arranging critical information, determining alternatives, and leading the way to solutions.

Imagine yourself as the hub of a wheel in a finely tuned machine. Companies that need your type of forward-thinking motion will launch your new career in directions limited only by your ambitions. We can help you learn these necessary disciplines, such as finance, marketing and management.

Business Woman
 
 
Interior Design

The Institute of Interior Design at Southwest Florida College can help turn your passion into a rewarding career. The Institute of Interior Design is located within the Miromar Design Center. Students are taught in an unparalleled learning environment by surrounding them with experienced professional interior designers, exceptional working materials and the resources needed to realize a future in interior design and decorating.

Whether you want an education and training for a new career or skills that will enhance your performance in your current career, The Institute of Interior Design has a skilled team of professionals and tailored programs that are suited to meet your needs and the needs of the industry.

Institute of Interior Design

 
 
Computer Aided Drafting and Design

In today's modern business climate, most drafters now use computer aided drafting (CAD) systems to prepare drawings for their clients. Southwest Florida College will teach you to produce technical drawings using some of the latest upgrades to CAD-based software, such as Revit® software.

We also help you acquire the skills and experience with the tools you need to function as a traditional drafter. Just as important, our education is delivered in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible at both our Ft. Myers and Tampa campus locations. Let us help you start making designs on your future today!

CADD
 
   
 
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