Credentialing Criteria: BAS, BS, AA, AS, ATD, ATC, CCC, CCP, CCE

Abbreviations/Definitions used on the Credentialing Parameter Pages

  • CTC – Credentialed for Transfer Curriculum
  • CNC – Credentialed for Not Designed for Transfer Curriculum

Accounting (AA, AS, CCC, CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
ACG2022,
ACG2071


Master’s degree in Accounting

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Accounting, with accounting prefix courses
ACG2100,
ACG2360,
ACG2450,
APA1111,
APA 2172


Master’s degree in Accounting

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Accounting, with accounting prefix courses
TAX2000,
TAX 2010


Master’s degree in Accounting or Tax

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Accounting and/or Tax

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2022 John Hadley

Air Conditioning/HVAC (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
ACR

A State or County HVACR Journeyman License

OR


NCCER Level Two HVACR Certification

OR

HVAC Excellence Certifications

OR

North American Technician Excellence Certifications

AND

EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery Certification

AND

Four Years of verifiable experience working in the field

AND


Two years of verifiable experience as a teacher and/or trainer

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez-Viray

Anthropology (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
ANT2000

Master’s degree in Anthropology

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Anthropology

Applicant must be capable of teaching both cultural and physical anthropology.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Apprenticeship (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

BCA,

BCV

      ✓
For both on-the-job training (OJT) and related instruction, instructors must meet the individual Apprenticeship Program Registered Standards of Journeyman as defined by Section 446.021(4), FSS “a person working in an apprenticeable occupation who has successfully completed a registered apprenticeship program, or who has worked the number of years required by established industry practices for the particular trade or occupation.”  The instructor must be screened and qualified (approved) by the Registered Apprenticeship Program Sponsor Committee.  An approval letter from this Committee will become part of the faculty roster form and placed in the instructor’s file.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

 


Archeology (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

ANT2100



Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, Paleoanthropology, or Paleontology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in in Anthropology, Archaeology, Paleoanthropology, or Paleontology

(Must have at least three GSH in Archaeology, or courses with archaeology content.)

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Susy Martinez-White

 

 

Architecture (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
ARC

Master’s degree in Architecture

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Architecture

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (5 years)

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Art (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
ART

Master’s degree in Art or Fine Art with major in Studio Arts (Drawing, Sculpture, Painting, Ceramics, Printmaking or Photography)

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Studio Arts (Drawing, Sculpture, Painting, Ceramics, Printmaking or Photography)
ARH

Master’s degree in Art or Fine Art with a major in Studio Arts (Drawing, Sculpture, Painting, Ceramics, Printmaking or Photography)

OR


Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Art History or Studio Arts (Drawing, Sculpture, Painting, Ceramics, Printmaking or Photography)

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

May 2021 Richard White

Astronomy (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
AST

Master’s degree in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics or a related physical science sub-field

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics or a related physical science subfield

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

January 2020 Carlos Ramos

Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

AER 0025,
AER 0026,
AER 0027,
AER 0028,
AER 0499,
AER 0599,
AER 0691,
AER 0692,
AER0759 


Specialized training/industry certifications

ASE – Certified Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Technician (G1), and Automobile Certified Technician (A4, A5, A6 & A7), and EPA 609 Technician Certification

AND

Six years of experience as an automotive technician

Demonstrated competency in teaching the discipline 

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Automotive Repair Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

AER0033, 0001, 0012, 0601, 0603, 0410, 0451, 0196, 0830, 0851, 0271, 0170, 0250, 0940L & 0270

AND / OR

AER 0025, 0026, 0027, 0028, 0499,

0599, 0691, 0692, & 0759. 


Specialized training / industry certifications ASE – Certified Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Technician (G1), and Automobile Certified Technician (A1 through A8), and EPA 609 Technician Certification

AND

Six years of experience as an automotive technician

Demonstrated competency in teaching the discipline  

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Automotive Service Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

AER AER0033, 0001, 0012, 0601, 0603, 0410, 0451, 0196, 0830, 0851, 0271, 0170, 0250, 0940L & 0270

And/or

DIM 0320, 0132, 0501, 0611, & 0940L



Specialized training / industry certifications ASE – Certified Master Automobile Technician (A1-A8), Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification (G1), and EPA 609 Technician Certification.


AND

Six years of experience as an automotive technician.

Demonstrated competency in teaching the discipline.

NOTE: These DIM courses are crossovers with AER 0601, 0603, 0410, 0451, 0170, & 0940L.

 

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Automotive Service Technology (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

AER0025, AER0026, AER0027, AER0028, AER0014, AER0199, AER0299, AER0399, AER0499, AER0599, AER0691, AER0692, AER0759, AER0891,
AER0892

And/or

DIM0004,
DIM0106,
DIM0302,
DIM0303,
DIM0008,
DIM0610 



Specialized training/industry certifications

ASE – Certified Master Automobile Technician (A1-A8), Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification (G1), and EPA 609 Technician Certification.

AND

Six years of experience as an automotive technician.

Demonstrated competency in teaching the discipline.

NOTE: These DIM courses are crossovers with AER 0014, 0499, 0599, 0691, 0692 & 0759.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Automation (CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EET1015C,
EET1025C


Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Electrical Engineering
EET,

ETS,

ETP,

ETI,

CET


Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering or Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or Building Management

AND


Related work experience with knowledge of industry software applications required.

OR


18 graduate semester hours in one of the areas mentioned above

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2020 Becky Mercer

Banking (CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer)  CNC Status (Not designed for transfer)  Requirements
BAN     Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Banking, Finance, Accounting, or Economics.

OR

Master’s Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Business Administration, Banking, Accounting, Economics, or Finance.

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Banking, Accounting, Finance or Economics. 

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2022 John Hadley

Barbering (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

COS0150 COS0151 COS0152 COS0153 COS0154 COS0155 COS0156 COS0157 COS0158 COS0415

Specialized training/industry certifications (current State of Florida Barbering licensing/registration required)

AND

Three years of verifiable salon or spa work experience.


Minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching; associate degree or higher preferred

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June  2022 Andreas Alexander

Biology (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
BOT

Master’s degree in Botany

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Botany
BSC1000,

BSC1005,

BSC1005L,

BSC 1010,

BSC1010L,

BSC1050,

BSC1050L


Master’s degree in Biology.

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Biology.
BSC 1011,

BSC1011L


Master’s degree in Biology with a combination of 18 graduate semester hours in zoology and botany.
BSC 2085,

BSC2085L,

BSC 2086,

BSC 2086L


Master’s degree in Anatomy & Physiology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Anatomy and Physiology or related fields (see Appendix D)
MCB 2010,

MCB 2010L


Master’s degree in Microbiology.

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Microbiology.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Becky Mercer

Biotechnology (AS), Biotechnology Lab Specialist (CCC)

Biotechnology Lab Specialist (CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
BSC2416C,

BSC2420,

BSC2420L,

BSC 2421,

BSC2421L,

BSC2426C,

BSC2427,

BSC2427L,

BSC2432,

BSC2945C


Master’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Botany, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology, Neurobiology, Pharmacology, Virology, or Zoology.

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Biology, Biotechnology, Botany, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology, Neurobiology, Virology, or Zoology

OR


Doctorate in Medicine and one of the sciences above, and relevant industry experience and/or academic research.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2020 Becky Mercer

Building Construction Management (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

BCN1001
BCN1230
BCN1251
BCN1760
BCT2040
BCT2054
BCT2253
BCT1706
BCT1770
BCT2720

BCN2942

Master’s degree and 18 graduate credit hours in Construction Management or related discipline

AND – 2 years of related industry experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree or higher in construction management or related discipline

AND – 2 years of related industry experience

OR

Associates degree in construction management or construction technology or a related discipline

AND
– 2 years of related experience  

 

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023

Eligio Marquez Veray

 


Business Administration and Management (AA, AS, CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
BUL2241,
BUL2242


Law Degree (JD)

ENT1000,
ENT2000,
ENT1020,
ENT2112



Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing or Management

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing or Management
ENT2120

Master’s degree in Marketing

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Marketing
GEB1011,
GEB2930


Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing or Management

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing or Management
GEB2214

Master’s degree in English, Literature, Business Communications, Journalism, or Language Arts

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in English, Literature, Business Communications, Journalism or Language Arts
GEB2941,
GEB2942


Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing, Management, or Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Engineering or Information Technology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing, Management, or Computer Science
MAR2011

Master’s degree in Marketing

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Marketing
MKA

Master’s degree in Marketing

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Marketing
MAN,
MNA


Master’s degree in Business Administration, Business, or Management

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Business Administration, Business, or Management

MTB

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing or Management

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing or Management
RMI2001,
RMI2212,
RMI2942L,
RMI2110,
RMI2662


Bachelor’s degree or higher,

AND


Licensed Florida Adjuster – 620 or Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation and Certified Property & Casualty Lines instructor with the Florida Department of Financial Services

OR

Competence gained through work experience – 10 years
RMI2701

Bachelor’s degree or higher

AND


Licensed Florida Agent – 220 and Certified Property & Casualty Lines instructor with the Florida Department of Financial Services

OR


Competence gained through work experience – 10 years

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

May 2023 John Hadley

Business Entrepreneurship

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
BUL2241,
BUL2242


Law Degree (JD)
ENT1000,
ENT2000,
ENT2112


Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing or Management

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Business Administration, Finance, Business, Marketing or Management
ENT2120

Master’s degree in Marketing

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Marketing

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Brent M. Ferns, Sr.

Chemistry (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
CHM

Master’s degree in Chemistry

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

January 2020 Carlos Ramos

Community-Based Learning (AA, AS, CCC, CCP, BAS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
SOW 1051L R

Master’s Degree in any field related to community-based learning

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Susan Bierster

Computer Information Systems (AA, AS, ATC, CCC, CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
CEN2503,
CEN2504,
CGS1100,
CGS2555,
CNT1000 /2000,
COP1000 /2000,
CTS2320,
CTS2334


Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer-Based Information Systems (e.g., management, decision), Computer Engineering or Information Technology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer-Based Information Systems (e.g., management, decision), Computer Engineering or Information Technology
Other CGS (credit),
CIS,
other CTS


Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer-Based Information Systems (e.g., management, decision), Computer Engineering or Information Technology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer-Based Information Systems (e.g., management, decision), Computer Engineering or Information Technology
CAP,
CET


Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer-Based Information Systems (e.g., management, decision), Computer Engineering or Information Technology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer-Based Information Systems (e.g., management, decision), Computer Engineering or Information Technology

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2022 John Hadley

Cosmetology/Facials/Nails (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
COS0200 COS0301 COS0400 COS0600 COS0700 COS0870
CSP0010
CSP0240
CSP0011
CSP0300
    Specialized training/industry certifications (current State of Florida Cosmetology licensing/registration required)


AND

Three years of verifiable salon or spa work experience.

Minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching; associate degree or higher preferred.

CSP0013     Specialized training/industry certifications (current State of Florida Nail Technician licensing/registration required)


AND

Three years of verifiable salon or spa work experience.

Minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching; associate degree or higher preferred.
CSP0260     Specialized training/industry certifications (current State of Florida Facial Specialty licensing/registration required)


AND

Three years of verifiable salon or spa work experience.

Minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching; associate degree or higher preferred.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

October  2022

Thomas Gauthier
Andreas Alexander

Crime Scene Technology (AS, CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
CJB1465,
CJB1711,
CJB1712,
CJB1721,
CJB1722,
CJB2703,
CJB2735,
CJB2736


Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or Biology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or Biology

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or Biology

 

CJB2713

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or Biology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or Biology

 

CJB2748

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Biology or Chemistry

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Biology or Chemistry.

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Biology or Chemistry.

 

CJB2704

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice or Forensic Science

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice or Forensic Science

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or Forensic Science

OR


J.D. degree with practical experience in a prosecutor or public defender office.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Germany Dixon

Criminal Justice Institute (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

CJK
POO0508,
POO0510,
POO0511,
POO0512

 

 


Current CJSTC-FDLE Instructor’s certificate in specialization area, as specified in FAC 11B-20. Minimum academic degree must be at the same level at which the faculty member is teaching.
POO0200,
POO0422,
POO0500,
POO0509,
POO0521,
POO0530,
POO0498


Current or prior Certified Law Enforcement or Corrections Officer
POO0498

Current or prior Florida Certified Law Enforcement Officer or Florida Certified
9-1-1 Telecommunicator

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Germany Dixon

Criminal Justice Transfer (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
CCJ,
CJC,
CJE,
CJJ,
CJT,
DSC


Master’s degree in Criminal Justice

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice
CCJ1618

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or Forensic Psychology

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or Forensic Psychology
CJL

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice

OR

Law degree (JD)

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Germany Dixon

Dental Hygiene (AS), Dental Assisting (CCP)

Dental Assisting (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
DEA,

DES (lecture)


Bachelor’s degree (or Bachelor’s degree in progress*); faculty must be a graduate of an ADA accredited program; must have clinical experience.
DEH

(lecture)


Bachelor’s degree (or Bachelor’s degree in progress*) Dental Hygiene faculty must be a graduate of an ADA accredited program.

AND


Current or eligible** Florida Dental Hygiene or Dental Licensure
DEA (clinical, lab)

Dental Assisting faculty must be a graduate of an ADA accredited program, have clinical experience, and possess a current Certified Dental Assistant certificate from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). State of Florida licensed dentists are exempt.
DEH (clinical)

Current or eligible** for Florida Dental Hygiene or Dental Licensure; must be a graduate of an ADA accredited program; must have clinical experience.
DES (clinical, lab)

Current or eligible** for Florida Dental Hygiene or Dental Licensure; must be a graduate of an ADA accredited program; must have clinical experience.

OR


Dental assisting faculty must be a graduate of an ADA accredited program; must have clinical experience.

Possess a current Certified Dental Assistant certificate from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).

State of Florida licensed dentists are exempt.

*Bachelor’s degree must be completed within three years from the date of employment.

**Eligible pertains to Florida Statute 466.002(6) that exempts Dental educators from Florida State Licensure as long as the faculty member is licensed in another state.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Melinda Mouradian

Diesel Maintenance Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

DIM0101, DIM0131, DIM0154 DIM0155

And/or

DIM0014, DIM0103, DIM0007, DIM0008, DIM0302, DIM0303, DIM0500, DIM0610



Specialized training/industry certifications, ASE Certified Medium-Heavy Truck Certification (T4, T5, T6, T7 & T8), and EPA 609 Technician Certification.

AND

Six years as a medium or heavy truck technician and demonstrated competency in teaching the discipline.  

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Diesel Systems Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

AER0033,

DIM 0010, 0150, 0111L, 0132, 0321, 0320, 0501, 0200, 0210, 0611, 0151, 0400, 0940L, 0156, & 0157.

And/or

DIM 0014, 0103, 0007, 0008, 0302, 0303, 0500 & 0610, 0101, 0131, 0154 & 0155.

AER 0601, 0603, 0410, 0451, 0470, & 0940L



Specialized training/industry certifications, ASE Certified Master Medium-Heavy Truck Certification (T2-T8), and EPA 609 Technician Certification.

AND

Six years as a medium or heavy truck technician and demonstrated competency in teaching the discipline. 

NOTE: These AER courses are crossovers with DIM 0320, 0132, 0501, 0611, 0940L.

  

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Diesel Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

AER0033,

DIM 0010, 0150, 0111L, 0132, 0321, 0320, 0501, 0200, 0210, 0611, 0151, 0400, 0940L, 0156, & 0157.

 

And/or

 

DIM 0014, 0103, 0007, 0008, 0302, 0303, 0500 & 0610

0101, 0131, 0154 & 0155 


Specialized training/industry certifications, ASE Certified Medium-Heavy Truck Certification (T2, T3, T4, T5, T6, T7 & T8), and EPA 609 Technician Certification.

AND

Six years as a medium or heavy truck technician and demonstrated competency in teaching the discipline.  

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Diesel Technology (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

DIM0004, DIM0006, DIM0007, DIM0008, DIM0014, DIM0101, DIM0103, DIM0106, DIM0131, DIM0154, DIM0155, DIM0201, DIM0302, DIM0303, DIM0500, DIM0610

And/or

AER0014,
AER0499,
AER0599,
AER0691,
AER0692,
AER0759



Specialized training/industry certifications, ASE Certified Master Medium-Heavy Truck Certification (T2-T8), and EPA 609 Technician Certification.

AND

Six years as a medium or heavy truck technician and demonstrated competency in teaching the discipline. 

NOTE: These AER courses are crossovers with DIM 0004, 0008, 0500, 0302, 0303 & 0610..

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Early Childhood Education (AS) / Entry-Level/Certificate Programs (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
CHD,
EDG,
EEC 1001-2734


Master’s degree in Education

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Education
HEV 0001-0803

HEV 0807-0809


Bachelor’s degree or higher with six college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Growth & Development. One year of experience in the child-care setting serving children ages birth through eight years.
HEO0106

Must have current CPR Instructor status from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

HEV0804,
HEV0194,
HEV0195


Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, or Family and Consumer Sciences Education (formerly home economics/child development) and knowledgeable of Florida School-Age Child Care Regulations, National School Age Care Alliance (NSACA) Standards and policies for school-age services.

OR


Bachelor’s degree or higher with six college credit hours in school-age education or youth development.

AND


One year of experience* serving school-age children ages birth through twelve years. A Florida teaching certificate may be substituted for the one year of experience in a school-age setting.

*One year of experience is equivalent to a minimum of 1,040 hours and must be verified. (Certification in Advancing Youth Development (AYD) principles required for HEV0804).

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Susy Martinez-White

Economics (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
ECO,

ECS


Master’s degree in Economics

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Economics

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Education (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EDF,
EDP,
EME


Master’s degree in Education

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Education, which may include subject specific education courses.
ECT

Master’s degree in Education or any technical (vocational) related fields (medical/health science, business/technology, career pathways/criminal justice/OJT, STEM/industrial education/TV production, family consumer science/hospitality tourism)

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Education or any technical (vocational) related fields (medical/health science, business/technology, career pathways/criminal justice/OJT, STEM/industrial education/TV production, family consumer science/hospitality tourism)

AND


Experience in the area of Career and Technical Education

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Susy Martinez-White

Electrical Power Technology (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EET1015C,

EET1025C


Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Electrical Engineering
EET,

ETS,

ETP,

ETI,

CET


Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering or Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or Building Management

AND


Related work experience with knowledge of industry software applications required.

OR


18 graduate semester hours in one of the areas mentioned above

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Bob O'Dea

Electrician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
BCV 0600 – BCV 0669

 Associate or higher degree in Electrical Technology or related discipline

AND – Related industry experience

OR

Journeyman License or Electrical Contractors License

AND – Related industry experience

OR

Electrical industry training culminating in an industry-recognized credential

AND

Two or more years of related industry experience

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Emergency Management (AS, CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
DSC

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice
FFP1820,

FFP1822,

FFP1830,

FFP1841,

FFP1850,

FFP1882,

FFP2840,

FFP2842,

FFP2800,

FFP2880


Master’s degree in Emergency Management

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Emergency Management

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Germany Dixon

Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic/EMT (CCC, AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EMS

Associate degree or higher in any field

AND

For EMT positions: Florida Certified Paramedic, BLS Provider Certification, BLS Instructor Certification, Level A EMS Instructor  Certification per FAC 64J-1.0201

For Paramedic/Clinical positions: Florida Certified Paramedic, BLS Provider Certification, BLS Instructor Certification,  ACLS Provider Certification, ACLS Instructor Certification, PALS Provider Certification, PALS Instructor Certification.

Certification, Level A EMS Instructor  Certification per FAC 64J-1.0201

AND

Three years of professional experience as a paramedic in the pre-hospital setting FAC 64J-1.0201

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Germany Dixon

Engineering (AA, AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EGN1002C

Master’s degree in Engineering

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Engineering
EGS1111C

Master’s degree in Engineering

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Engineering

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Engineering Technology (AS, CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

CET2113C,
CET2117C,
CET2127C,
EET1015C,
EET1025C,
EET1084C,
EET1141C,
EET1142C,
EET1215C,
EET1610C,
EET2214C,
EET2325C,
EET2609C,
EET2620C,
EET2724C,
ETD2320C,
ETD2340C,
ETD2364C,
ETD2371C,
ETD2372C,
ETD2941,
ETD2950C,
ETI1701,
ETI2121C,
ETI2402C,
ETI2644,
ETI2851C,
ETM1010C,
ETP1322,
ETP1400C,
ETP1402C,
ETP1510C
ETP1511C,
ETP1530C,
ETP1550,
ETP2410C,
ETS1810C,
ETS2352C,
ETS2520C,
ETS2530C,
ETS2602C,
ETS2633C,
ETS2680C,
ETS2700C

 

 

 

Master’s Degree in

Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics

AND - Related industry experience required

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in

Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics

AND - Related industry experience required

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics

AND - Related industry experience required

ETD1102,
ETD2218C

 

 Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics

AND - Related industry experience required

OR

A baccalaureate or associate degree with Professional certifications in the subject matter and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline.

AND - Related industry experience required.

 

ETG2140C,
ETI2110,
ETI2622C

 

 Master’s Degree in

Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics

AND - Related industry experience required

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in

Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics

AND - Related industry experience required

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics

AND - Related industry experience required.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Bob O'Dea

English/English Preparatory (AA, College Readiness)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
AML,
CRW,
ENL,
LIT


Master’s degree in English or Literature

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in English or Literature

ENC1101,
ENC1101L,
ENC1102,
ENC1121,
ENC1122,
ENC1141


Master’s degree in English, Literature, Creative Writing or Linguistics

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in English, Literature Creative Writing, or Linguistics
LIN

Master’s degree in Linguistics, ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages), or English (if English, must have at least one course in linguistics)
ENC1210

Master’s degree in English, Literature, Technical Communications, or Language Arts

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in English, Literature, Technical Communications or Language Arts
ENC0017,
ENC0050,
ENC0051,
ENC0052

(College Readiness)


Bachelor’s degree in English or Communications, Language Arts or TESOL

OR


Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum of 9 graduate semester hours in English, Communications, Developmental Education, Language Arts, Composition and Rhetoric or TESOL

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Faculty holding a Master’s or Doctorate degree in English or Literature are deemed competent to teach all literature or composition courses since the course work provides for a high level of proficiency with the skills and competencies needed to teach both composition and literary studies.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Susan Bierester

English for Academic Purposes (College Readiness and College Credit)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EAP0360, 
EAP0382, 
EAP0420, 
EAP0460

(College Readiness)


Bachelor’s degree in Applied Linguistics, Bilingual Education, Multicultural Studies, English, Communications, Foreign Language, TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages)

OR


Bachelor’s degree in any field and a minimum of 9 graduate semester hours in TESOL or Applied Linguistics.
EAP1520,
EAP1584,
EAP1620,
EAP1684

(College Credit)


Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics, Bilingual Education, Multicultural Studies, English, Communications, Foreign Language, TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages)

OR


Master’s degree in any field and a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Applied Linguistics, Bilingual Education, Multicultural Studies, English, Communications, Foreign Language, TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages)

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Susan Bierster

Environmental Science Technology (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EVR,
EVS,
PCB 2350C


Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Botany, Water Management, Zoology, Geology, Geospatial Science, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Urban and Regional Planning or Agriculture/Agriscience, Ecology, Entomology, Chemistry, Sustainability, Forestry, Soil and Water Science, Hydrology, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management, Natural Resources Management, Geoscience, Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Geographic Information Science, Environmental Law, Engineering, or Environmental Engineering

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Environmental Science, Biology, Botany, Water Management, Zoology, Geology, Geospatial Science, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Urban and Regional Planning or Agriculture/Agriscience, Ecology, Entomology, Chemistry, Sustainability, Forestry, Soil and Water Science, Hydrology, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management, Natural Resources Management, Geoscience, Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Geographic Information Science, Environmental Law, Engineering, or Environmental Engineering

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

September 2020 Becky Mercer

EPI Educator Preparation Institute

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements

EPI0001,
EPI0002,
EPI0003,
EPI0004,
EPI0020,
EPI0030,
EPI0950*

 



Master’s degree in Education

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Education. The 18 graduate semester hours can include subject area specific education courses

*Clinical Educator required

EPI0010,
EPI0011,
EPI0095*

    Master’s degree in Education or Reading

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Education or Reading. The 18 graduate semester hours can include subject area specific education courses

Coursework or certification to demonstrate competency in Reading required.
*Clinical Educator required

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Susy Martinez-White

Facilities Maintenance Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
BCVO407,

BCVO410,

BCVO460,

BCVO440,

BCVO480,

BCVO481


Specialized training and industry certifications in the Facilities Maintenance Trades and applications required

Four or more years of verifiable trade experience

AND

Two or more years of teaching or training experience

NCCER Certification in related Trades preferred

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez-Veray

Fire Science Technology (AS) / Fire Recruit (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements

FFP1000,
FFP1301,
FFP1302,
FFP1505,
FFP1540,
FFP2111,
FFP2120,
FFP2401,
FFP2402,
FFP2423C,
FFP2510,
FFP2521,
FFP2541,
FFP2604,
FFP2606,
FFP2610,
FFP2630,
FFP2670,
FFP2706,
FFP2720,
FFP2740,
FFP2741,
FFP2770,
FFP 2780,
FFP 2810,
FFP 2811



Bachelor’s or Associate degree and current State of Florida Level I Fire Instructor (or higher) within a certificate program area in which they are certified or hold a certificate of competency

FFP 0010,
FFP0011,
FFP0012,
FFP0013,
FFP0020



Specialized training/industry certifications (current State of Florida Level I or higher Fire Instructor certification required), competence gained through work experience. Associate degree or higher desired; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed /Revised

July 2023 Germany Dixon

Foreign Language (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
FRE

Master’s degree in French

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in French
GER

Master’s degree in German

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in German
SPN

Master’s degree in Spanish

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Spanish

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 David Pena

Geography (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
GEA1000

Master’s degree in Geography

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Geography

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Susy Martinez-White

Geology (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
GLY

Master’s degree in Geology or Earth Science

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Geology or Earth Science

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

January 2020 Carlos Ramos

Graphic Design Technology (AA, AS, CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
GRA1190C
GRA2191C

 

  Master’s degree in Fine Arts in Graphic Design or Studio Arts (photography, drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking or sculpture)

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Graphic Design or Studio Arts (photography, drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking or sculpture)

AND

A minimum of three years of documented work experience (through a portfolio) in Graphic Design.

AND

Demonstrated technology skills in Multimedia and Adobe Cloud, and documented work experience (through a portfolio).

GRA1530C
GRA2100C
GRA2121C
GRA2144C
GRA2151C
GRA2156C
GRA2122C
GRA2131C
GRA2152C
GRA2160C
GRA2722C
GRA2144C
GRA2157C
GRA2940C
GRA2132C
GRA2171C
GRA2136C
         Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Graphic Design


OR

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline which can be documented.

AND 

Demonstrated technology skills in Adobe Cloud and documented work experience (through a portfolio)

AND

A minimum of three years of documented work experience (through a portfolio) in Graphic Design. 

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

November 2021 Richard White

Health, Health and Fitness, and Physical Education (AA, AS, CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
HLP,
HSC1101,
HSC2100,
HSC2130,
HSC2140,
HSC2204,
HSC2531


Master’s degree in a Health Education, Physical Education or Health-related field

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in a Health Education, Physical Education or Health-related field
HSC1010

Master’s degree in Health-related field

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Health-related field

OR


Bachelor’s degree in a Health-related field and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline
HSC0003*

Specialized training/industry certifications in a Health-related field, and competence gained through work experience. Associate degree or higher desired; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.
PEO,

PEP,

PET


Master’s degree in Physical Education or Exercise Physiology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Physical Education or Exercise Physiology

*HSC0003/L secondary instructors to have minimum of Basic Life Support Instructor Certification to teach CPR section of course.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Belinda Mouradian

Health Information Technology (AS), Health Informatics Specialist (CCC), Medical Information Coder/Biller (CCC), Healthcare Documentation/Transcription (ATD)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
HIM1282C,
HIM2222C,
HIM2253C,
HIM2810L,
HIM2272C,
HIM1800C,
HIM1000C,
HIM2304C


Associate degree or higher in Health Information Management or a health-related field

AND

One of the following American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) certification credentials: CCS, CCS-P, RHIA, or RHIT

HIM1012C,
HIM1210C,
HIM1433C,
HIM1442C,
HIM2510C,
HIM2826L,
HIM2651C,
HIM1610C,
HIM2047C,
HIM2046L,
HIM2803C,
HIM1215C,
HIM2512C


Associate degree or higher with specialized training in content area

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Melinda Mouradian

Health Services Management (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
HSA2117C,
HSA2501,
HSA2590L


Bachelor’s degree or higher in Health Administration, Health Information Administration, or health business-related field

AND


Specialized training or certification in content area

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Melinda Mouradian

Heavy Equipment Service Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
DIM0840,
DIM0841,
DIM0842,
DIM0843,
DIM0844
DIM0846,
DIM0847,
DIM0848,
DIM0849,
DIM0850,
DIM0851


Specialized training/industry certifications, ASE Certified Master Mechanic Medium-Heavy Truck Certifications T2 through T7 (technicians first certified or who recertify in 2017 or later must also have T8)

OR

ASE School Bus Certifications S1 through S6

AND

Six years as medium or heavy truck technician or school bus technician

AND

One year teaching or training experience in a related discipline

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Karen Pain

History (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
AMH,

JST,

WOH


Master’s degree in History

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in History

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Hospitality Management (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
HFT

Master’s degree in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts, and demonstrated work experiences and competencies in the teaching discipline

AND

Work experience in the food service industry
FOS,
FSS


Master’s degree in Hospitality

Management or Culinary Arts

AND


Demonstrated Culinary Experience in a kitchen or lab setting

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts.

AND

Demonstrated Culinary Experience in a kitchen or lab setting.

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts and demonstrated work experiences and competencies in the teaching discipline.

AND


Demonstrated Culinary Experience in a kitchen or lab setting.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2023 Eligio Marquez-Veray

Human Services (AS, CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
GEY2000

Master’s degree in Gerontology

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Gerontology

HUS1203,
HUS1620,
HUS1640


Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology Education, or related field

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or related field

AND

Extensive experience working with youth in either a community or school-based program

HUS1001,
HUS1200,
HUS1302,
HUS2308,
HUS1850C,
HUS2851C


Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

AND

Licensed Florida mental health professional (e.g., mental health counselor, marriage and family counselor, social worker)

HUS1421,

HUS1423,
HUS1440,
HUS1450,
HUS1424


 

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field


OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

AND

Licensed Florida mental health professional (e.g., mental health counselor, marriage and family counselor, social worker) with experience in the addictions field

OR

Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) Certification

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Susy Martinez-White

Insurance (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
RMI0091

Specialized training/industry certifications (certified Property & Casualty Lines instructor with the Florida Department of Financial Services, Licensed Property & Casualty/General Lines – 2.20 authority required), competence gained through work experience. Associate degree or higher desired; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.
RMI0092

Specialized training/industry certifications (certified Life, Health & Variable Annuities instructor with the Florida Department of Financial Services, Licensed Life, Health & Variable Annuities 2.15 authority required), competence gained through work experience. Associate degree or higher desired; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.
INO0018

Specialized training/industry certifications (certified Title Agent Qualification instructor with the Florida Department of Financial Services, Licensed Title Agent required), competence gained through work experience. Associate degree or higher desired; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.
RMI0093,
RMI0635


Specialized training/industry certifications (certified instructor with the Florida Department of Financial Services), competence gained through work experience. Associate degree or higher desired; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2022 John Hadley

Interdisciplinary/Honors (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State


Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
IDH2105

Master’s degree in Art, Foreign Language, History, Linguistics, Literature, Philosophy, Religion, or Theology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Art, History, Linguistics, Literature, Philosophy, Religion, or Theology
IDH2911

Master’s degree in Library Science

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in English, Literature, Creative Writing

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2022 Sheila Scott-Lubin

Interior Design (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
IND

Master’s degree in Interior Design

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Interior Design

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

OR


Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture with work experience in Interior Design and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline
IND2460C,

IND2463C


Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Architecture and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline and CAD software expertise
IND2608C

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Architecture and demonstrated competencies in Sustainable Design

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

April 2020 Richard White

Journalism/Mass Communications (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
JOU,

MMC


Master’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or Mass Communications

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in English, Journalism, Communications or Mass Communications

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

April 2020 Richard White

Landscape and Horticulture Management (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State


Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

GCO, HOS,
IPM,
LDE,
ORH,
PLS,
PMA,
SOS,
VEC



Master’s degree in Horticulture, Botany, or Agriculture/Agriscience

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Horticulture, Botany, or Agriculture/Agriscience

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Botany, or Agriculture/Agriscience and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline.

OR

Bachelor’s degree or higher

AND

Documentation in two or more of the following:

  1. Professional certification (national, regional, or state)
  2. Three years or more of in-field professional employment
  3. Documented evidence of teaching excellence, including date of award
  4. Documentation of research and publication in the field.
      

Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed Revised

May 2023 Becky Mercer

Library Science (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer)  CNC Status (Not designed for transfer)  Requirements
LIS

Master of Library Science or its equivalent such as a Master of Arts or Master of Science in Library & Information Studies, from an A.L.A. accredited institution

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

May 2018 Rob Krull

Low Voltage Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EEV 0162,
EEV 0163,
EEV 0164,
EEV 0165,
EEV 0166

   Associate or higher degree in Electrical, Low Voltage technology or related discipline


AND
– Related industry experience

OR

Journeyman License or Electrical Contractors License

AND – Related industry experience

OR

Electrical or low voltage industry training culminating in an industry-recognized credential

AND

Two or more years of related industry experience 

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Machining Technology (CCP), CNC Production Specialist (CCP

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

PMT 0028,
0202 – 0265,
PMT 0290L,
PMT 0510,
PMT 0511


 Associate degree or higher in CNC/machining technology or related discipline

AND – Related industry experience

OR

NIMS: Level 1 Lathe and Mill certified, Mastercam Associate level certification  

AND

Minimum two years of verifiable experience working in CNC machining as an operator or set-up programmer capacity.

OR

Two or more years of related industry experience and teaching/training experience.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

September 2022 Eligio Marquez Veray

Marine Biology (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State


Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
BSC1311

Master’s degree in Marine Biology or Biological Oceanography

OR

Master’s degree in Biology with a combination of 18 graduate semester hours in both biology and marine science/oceanography

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

April 2020 Roy Vargas

Marine Service Technology (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

MTE0003,
MTE0005,
MTE0006,
MTE0055,
MTE0056,
MTE0057,
MTE0090,
MTE0091,
MTE0092,
MTE0093,
MTE0094,
MTE0074



Marine Industry Certifications

OR

Military Marine Certifications

OR

ASE T1 and T2

AND

2 years minimum field experience

OR

8 years minimum experience in the field (No certification required)

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Massage Therapy (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
MSS


Specialized training/industry certifications (current State of Florida Massage Therapy licensure required), competence gained through minimum two years fulltime work experience. Associate degree or higher desired; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Mathematics/Mathematics Preparatory (AA, Developmental Education)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
MAC, 
MAP,
MAS,
MGF,
MTG,
STA 


Master’s degree in Mathematics

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Mathematics*
MAD 2104 

Master’s degree in Mathematics.

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Mathematics*
MAD 2101 

Master’s degree in Mathematics

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Mathematics*
MAT 1033C,
MAT 1100 


Master’s degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education or Statistics

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Mathematics, Math Education or Statistics
MAT 1035

Master’s degree in Mathematics. OR Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Mathematics*
MAT 0014,
MAT 0015,
MAT 0022,
MAT 0055,
MAT 0056

(Developmental Education)

  Master’s degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education or Statistics

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education or Statistics

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Engineering or Business (any field) with Florida Certification to teach grades 6-12 mathematics.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Engineering or Business (any field) and community college experience in teaching mathematics.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

*Please see Appendix B for Nova Southeastern University mathematics courses that will count towards this requirement.

Reviewed/Revised

April 2023 Susan Bierster/Dana Hamadeh

Mechatronics (CCC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EET1015C,
EET1025C


Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Electrical Engineering
EET,

ETS,

ETP,

ETI,

CET


Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering or Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or Building Management

AND


Related work experience with knowledge of industry software applications required.

OR


18 graduate semester hours in one of the areas mentioned above

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2020 Becky Mercer

Medical Assisting Advanced (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

MEA1007,
MEA1021C,
MEA1250C,
MEA1304,
MEA1355,
MEA2246C,
MEA2248C,
MEA2252C,
MEA2803C,
MEA2305,
MEA2090,
MEA2939



Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Assisting or a related Health Science Field

OR

Associate degree in Medical Assisting or a related Health Science Field           

And

Minimal two (2)  years’ work experience in field and appropriate industry certification / licensure to include at least one of the following:

  • CMA (AAMA) 
  • RMA (AMT) 
  • NCMA (NCCT) taken after November 30, 2010 
  • CCMA (NHA) taken after January 30, 2011 
  • CMAC (AMCA) taken after October 8, 2015

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

May 2021 Melinda Mouradian

Medical Assisting (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
MEA

   1. CMA-American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

   2. RMA- American Medical Technologists (AMT)

   3. CMAC- American Medical Assistant Certification (awarded after October 8, 2015)

   4. CCMA – (NHA)

   5. NCMA – (NCCT)

OR


Associate degree or higher in a health-related field desired with specialized training industry certifications in health-related field.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Melinda Mouradian

Medical Imaging (BS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
RTE 3000 - 4000

Doctoral Degree in Health Science or related field.

Master’s Degree in Health Science or related field..

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

October 2022 Melinda Mouradian

Motion Picture, Television Production, Digital Animation and Recording Arts (CCC, AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements

FIL2000,
FIL2002,
FIL2031,
FIL2032,
FIL2044,
FIL2611,
RTV2000C,
RTV2300

 



Master’s degree in Motion Picture, Film or Television Production Technology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Motion Picture, Film or Television Production Technology

DIG2300C,
DIG2302C,
DIG2322,
DIG2341C,
DIG2370C,
DIG2430C,
FIL1456C,
FIL1461C,
FIL1940C,
FIL1518C,
FIL1547C,
FIL1641C,
FIL1680C,
FIL2100,
FIL2130,
FIL2361C,
FIL 2420C,
FIL2425C,
FIL2432C,
FIL2543C,
FIL2480,
FIL2470C,
FIL2488C,
FIL2491C,
FIL2537, FIL2538C,
FIL2548C,
FIL2571C,
FIL2528C,
FIL2561C,
FIL2671C,
FIL2910,
FIL2930,
FIL2941,
FIL2942,
FIL2681C,
FIL2589C,
MUS1621C,
RTV1100C,
RTV1201C,
RTV1558C,
RTV1559C,
RTV2245C,
RTV2250C,
RTV2333C,

RTV2710,
RTV2940


Master’s degree in Motion Picture, Film or Television Production Technology

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Motion Picture, Film or Television Production Technology                                           

OR

Professional experience in Motion Picture, Film and Television Production Technology and 10+ years demonstrating competencies with industry skills and the ability to teach the course material or specific skill level of the designated course.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

October 2021 Richard White

Music (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
MUH,

MUL


Master’s degree in Music

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Music
MUC,

MUM,

MUT


Master’s degree in Music

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Music

AND

Keyboard ability, knowledge of music theory and ability to teach coursework in the specified area.
MUN

Master’s degree in Music

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Music

AND

Professional Experience of 10+ years in the music industry. Demonstrating professional performing skills and the ability to teach lessons on an instrument (including musical style) specified by the course designated.


MVB,

MVJ,

MVK,

MVP,

MVS,

MVV,

MVW


Master’s degree in Music

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Music

OR

Professional Experience of 10+ years in the music industry. Demonstrating professional performing skills and the ability to teach lessons on an instrument (including musical style) specified by the course designated, i.e. MVJ/Jazz, MVK/Keyboard, MVB/Brass, MVS/String, etc.


For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

October 2021 Richard White

Nursing (AS, ATC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
NUR (AS)

Master’s degree in Nursing

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Nursing

AND


Current State of Florida licensure as a Registered Nurse
NUR (Lab/Clinical)

NUR (ATC)


Master’s degree in Nursing

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Nursing

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and demonstrated experience in clinical practice as a registered nurse

AND


Current State of Florida licensure as a Registered Nurse

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

November 2018 Deborah Copeland

Nutrition (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
HUN1201

Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Dietetics or Nutrition

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Belinda Mouradian

Oceanography (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
OCE

Master’s degree in Marine Studies, Oceanography, Geology, Earth Science or related marine studies sub fields

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Marine Studies, Oceanography, Geology, Earth Science or related marine sub fields

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

January 2020 Carlos Ramos

Office Management Technology

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
OST

(credit- all except OST 2335 and OST 2339)


Master’s degree in Office Management/Systems, Business or Business Education

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Office Management/Systems, Business or Business Education

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Office Management/Systems, Business, Business Education or Paralegal and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline
OST 2335,

OST 2339


Master’s degree in Office Management/Systems, Business, Business Education or English

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Office Management/Systems, Business, Business Education or English

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Office Management/Systems, Business, Business Education or English and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2022 John Hadley

Office Occupations (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
OCA,

OTA


Specialized training/industry certifications in Office Systems/Management, competence gained through work experience. Associate degree or higher desired; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2022 John Hadley

Ophthalmic Medical Technology (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
OPT

Doctorate in Medicine or Optometry

OR


Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in any field

AND


Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) OR Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) OR Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) certification OR Licensed Optician

(Only persons with the Master’s or Bachelor’s degree require a certification).

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2022 Belinda Mouradian

Paralegal (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
PLA

Law Degree (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
PLA 2762

Associate degree or higher in Paralegal or Office Management/Systems and competence gained through a minimum of three years of full-time work experience in-field.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 David Pena

Patient Care Assistant (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
HCP 0120,
HCP 0300,
HCP 0620,
HSC 0003L


Registered Nurse with current Florida licensure; minimum academic preparation must be at the same level at which the instructor is teaching.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Deborah Copeland

Philosophy (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
PHI

Master’s degree in Philosophy

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Philosophy

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Photography (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State


Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
PGY

Master’s degree in Art, Fine Arts or Photography

AND

18 graduate semester hours in Photography

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Photography

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Physical Science (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State


Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements 
ESC 1000

Master’s degree in Earth Science, Geology, Oceanography, Meteorology, Physics, Physical Science, Astronomy, or Geoscience

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Earth Science, Geology, Oceanography, Meteorology, Physics, Physical Science, Astronomy, or Geoscience
PSC 1341

Master’s degree in Physics, Physical Science, or related physical science sub-fields

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Physics, Physical Science, or related physical science sub-fields

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

January 2020 Carlos Ramos

Physics (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
PHY

Master’s degree in Physics

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Physics.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

January 2020 Carlos Ramos

Political Science (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
CPO,

INR,

POS


Master’s degree in Political Science

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Practical Nursing (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
PRN (except PRN 0022)

Registered Nurse with Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or health-related field with current State of Florida licensure as Registered Nurse.

OR


Registered Nurse with current State of Florida licensure and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline.
PRN 0022

Registered Nurse with current State of Florida licensure

OR


Associate degree or higher in a health-related field desired with specialized training industry certifications in a health-related field.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Deborah Copeland

Psychology (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

CLP, DEP, PSY, SOP



Master’s degree in Psychology or Counseling Psychology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology or Counseling Psychology

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Susy Martinez-White

Public Safety Telecommunications (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
EMS 0000

Associate degree or higher.

Five years of work experience in public safety telecommunications

OR

High School diploma or GED and five-year supervisory experience and/or training experience

OR

Certified Instructor in any of the following areas – APCP, EMS, Fire or Law Enforcement

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Germany Dixon

Radiography (AS, ATC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State


Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
RTE

Master’s degree in Radiography, Health Science, Science or Education

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Radiography, Health Science, Science or Education

OR


Bachelor’s degree in Radiography, and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

OR


Associate degree in Radiography and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

AND


Current State of Florida Licensure in Radiography, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Belinda Mouradian

Reading (Developmental Education)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
REA 0056 (Developmental Education)

Bachelor’s degree in Reading, Elementary Education, English or Language Arts

OR

Bachelor’s degree in any field and a minimum of 9 graduate semester hours in Reading, Elementary Education, English or Language Arts 

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Susan Bierster

Real Estate (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
REE

Current State of Florida Licensed Real Estate Broker, certified real estate instructor with the Florida Division of Real Estate (Florida Statute 475.451).

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2022 John Hadley

Religion (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
REL

Master’s degree in Religion, Philosophy or Theology

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Religion, Philosophy or Theology

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2019 Roy Vargas

Respiratory Care (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
RET (Lecture)

Master’s degree in Respiratory Care/Cardiopulmonary, Health Science, Science, or Education

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Respiratory Care/Cardiopulmonary, Health Science, Science, or Education

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory

Care/Cardiopulmonary, Health

Science, Science, or Education, and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

AND

NBRC credential; Current State of Florida Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist

 
RET (Lab/Clinical)

Associate in Science degree in Respiratory Care/Cardiopulmonary and NBRC credential; Current State of Florida Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Belinda Mouradian

Security and Automation Systems Technician (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
BCV0001,
BCV0811,
BCV0812,
BCV0813,
BCV0814,
BCV0815,
BCV0816


Specialized training and industry certifications in the Security and Automation systems technician trades and applications required; competence gained through industrial work experience.

Four years of paid experience as a residential or commercial alarm installer, or automation technician.

One or more years of experience in teaching or training experience to include preparation of lesson plans, lecture and demonstration experience, plus knowledge and skills assessment.

    1. NCCER Certification in Electronics System Technician preferred.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray

Sociology (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
SYG

Master’s degree in Sociology

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Sociology

For credentialing in Sociology, course work in social work or the social sciences will not be accepted in lieu of course work in Sociology.

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 Susy Martinez-White

Sonography (AS, CCC, ATC)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix 
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer)  Requirements
SON (Lecture)     Master’s degree in Radiology, Sonography, Health Science, Science or Education

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Radiology, Sonography, Health Science, Science or Education

OR

Bachelor’s degree and completion of an accredited sonography program and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

AND

Hold current registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) – RCS or RVS, or American Registry in Radiologic Technology (Sonography) ARRT(s)

SON (Clinical/Lab)     Master’s degree in Radiology, Sonography, Health Science, Science or Education

OR

Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Radiology, Sonography, Health Science, Science or Education

OR

Bachelor’s degree and completion of an accredited sonography program and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

OR

Associate in Science degree in Radiography or Sonography and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline

AND

Hold current or eligible for national registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) – RCS or RVS or American Registry in Radiologic Technology (Sonography) ARRT(s)

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Belinda Mouradian

Speech (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status Not Designed for Transfer) Requirements
ORI,

SPC


Master’s degree in Speech or Communications

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Speech, Oratory, Communications or Speech-related Theater courses

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2023 David Pena

Student Development (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
SLS 1501

Master’s degree in education (any field), psychology, sociology, counseling, family and marriage therapy, or social work

OR

Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in education (any field), psychology, sociology, counseling, family and marriage therapy, or social work
SLS 1300,

SLS 1301,

SLS 1302,

SLS 1303


Master’s degree in education (any field), psychology, sociology, counseling or social work

OR


Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in education (any field), psychology, sociology, counseling or social work
SLS 2261

Faculty teaching Student Life Skills (SLS) curriculum related to leadership development must hold a master’s degree. Design and content are based on the development of goal setting, conflict resolution and leadership skills. PTK Leadership Certification required

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Susan Bierster

Supply Chain Management (AS, CCC, CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
MAN2542,
TRA1010,
TRA1154,
TRA2098


Master's degree or higher in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a Logistics-Supply Chain-related field as appropriate to the program (i.e., Business)

OR

Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a Logistics-Supply Chain-related field as appropriate to the program (i.e., Business)

TRA0011,
TRA0097,
TRA0030,
OTA0008


Master's degree or higher in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a Logistics-Supply Chain-related field as appropriate to the program (i.e., Business)

OR

Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a Logistics-Supply Chain-related field as appropriate to the program (i.e., Business)

OR

Bachelor’s degree or higher

AND

Documentation in two or more of the following:

   a. Professional certification (national, regional or state)

   b. Three years or more of in-field professional employment

   c. Documented evidence of teaching excellence, including date of award

   d. Documentation of research and publication in the field

   e. Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

July 2022 John Hadley

Surgical Services (AS)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements

HSC 1434C
STS 2944C
STS 2945C
STS 1302
STS 2365
STS 1304C
STS 1323C
STS 1340C
STS 2324C
STS 2955C



Bachelor’s degree or higher.


OR


A minimum of an Associate’s degree


AND


Demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline:

Must possess a CURRENT credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).


AND


a CURRENT CPR CERTIFICATION


AND


A minimum total of two years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology or a combination of both within the past five years. 

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

April 2021 Belinda Mouradian

Surgical Technology (AS, CCC, CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
STS

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), and three years of full-time operating room experience

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2021 Belinda Mouradian

Theater (AA)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
THE,

TPA,

TPP


Master’s degree in Theater

OR


Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Theater

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

April 2020 Richard White

Vocational Preparatory Instruction (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix
CTC Status (Designed for Transfer) CNC Status (Not designed for transfer) Requirements
VPI

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Reading, English, Language Arts, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or Statistics

For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

January 2020 Jennifer Johnson

Welding Technology (CCP)

Instructional Credentialing Criteria

Academic and Professional Preparation

All degrees and course work must be obtained from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Palm Beach State

Course Prefix

CTC Status (Designed for Transfer)  CNC Status (Not designed for transfer)  Requirements
PMT0108 PMT0109 PMT0126 PMT0127 PMT0143 PMT0147 PMT0150 PMT0151 PMT0074  

Associate degree or higher in welding technology or related discipline

AND – Related industry experience

OR

AWS or NCCER current or past certification or related certification

AND – Related industry experience

OR

Welding industry training culminating in an industry-recognized credential

AND

Two or more years of related industry experience

 
For all Faculty: Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Reviewed/Revised

June 2023 Eligio Marquez Veray