The Associate in Arts degree in Florida consists of 60 credit hours in two main parts: the general education core, and bachelor’s degree program prerequisites. The 36-credit hour general education core is outlined by the Florida Department of Education, and consists of the following five areas of concentration: communication, mathematics, social science, humanities, and natural sciences. The remaining 24 credit hours constitute program prerequisites, which should be chosen by the student based on the entrance requirements of the Edison State bachelor’s degree program, or other college or university bachelor’s degree program, to which the student will transfer.
Requirements for the Associate in Science Degree
- Earn the required semester hours for the degree with a cumulative 2.00 GPA.
- Complete all non-course requirements, if applicable.
- Successfully complete 25% of the required degree course work at Edison State College.
- Fulfill all obligations to Edison State.
- Meet all deadlines pertaining to graduation.
- Earn a grade of “C” or higher in English composition and mathematics courses required for the degree.
General Education Requirement in all Associate in Science Degree Programs:
The Florida Department of Education requires completion of a minimum of fifteen (15) semester hours in the general education core curriculum in the subject areas of communication, mathematics, social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences, which also meets the criteria of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. English and math courses must meet the requirements adopted by the State Board of Education in Rule 6A, FAC and the Board of Governors. No physical education credit will be included in the general education block of credit. Additionally, Administrative Rule 6A indicates students must earn a grade of C or better in English and mathematics.
Limited Admissions AS Degree Programs
The Associate of Science Degree programs in Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Respiratory Care, Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Opticianry,
Physical Therapy Assistant, and Emergency Medical Services Technology are selective admissions programs. Admission to the College does not
automatically admit a student to these programs of study. Application should be made to the College as well as application for admission to the program of study. Such applications for admission to the program of study are available by calling (239) 489-9255. Application information for the Emergency Medical Services Technology program is available by calling (239) 489-9392.
Division of Professional and Technical Studies Course Clusters
What are the course clusters?
A record of completion (certificate) will be issued for various course clusters, and signifies that the student has satisfactorily completed a series of courses that develop specified skills. The certificate provides employers with documentation for employment or for professional development. Information on course requirements is available in the Division Office and in the Advising Office. These clusters are specifically designed to upgrade job skills and provide college coursework for those not ready to commit to a full degree program.
Courses in most clusters are the same courses required for the particular associate degree or Technical Certificate of Credit and apply toward the degree or technical certificate unless otherwise indicated.
Note: Only students who declare a major as specified in the Edison State catalog are eligible to receive federal financial aid. Students who are pursuing a course cluster and are not degree-seeking students are typically not eligible for this assistance.
Specific requirements for each certificate program of study must be followed. In addition, students must accomplish the following requirements:
Requirements for completion of a certificate program:
- Earn the minimum required semester hours for the certificate with a cumulative 2.00 GPA.
- Complete all non-course requirements, if applicable.
- Successfully complete a minimum of 25% of the required certificate course work at Edison State College.
- Fulfill all obligations to Edison State.
- Meet all deadlines pertaining to graduation.