Florida Keys Community College

 
Island Living, Island Learning

 
Key West Campus
5901 College Road
Key West, FL 33040

Middle Keys Center
at Marathon High School
900 Sombrero Beach Road
Marathon, FL 33050

Upper Keys Center
at Coral Shores High School
89951 US Highway 1
Tavernier, FL 33070

Getting a high-quality education and enjoying a naturally beautiful locale are not mutually exclusive endeavors. There is a place where you can get the training and skills you need for an exciting career or prepare to transfer to a four-year college or university, while basking in the tropical sun and wading in warm ocean waters. That place is on the charming island chain of the Florida Keys, at the southernmost learning institution in the continental United States-Florida Keys Community College.

When you combine a faculty of experts, each with years of professional experience, the natural resources accessible only in the Florida Keys, and the famously charming Keys lifestyle, you get what we like to call, "Island Living, Island Learning."

FKCC has three locations (see below), as well as a Virtual Campus.

Associate in Arts Degree (Transfer Degree)

The Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree is an ideal way to start fulfilling your first two years of academic requirements before transferring to a four-year degree program.

Often referred to as the "university transfer" or "general studies" program, our A.A. degree allows you to begin your bachelor's degree study while enjoying the small, intimate learning environment characteristic of a community college, as well as the unique "island living, island learning" experience only available at FKCC.

Often referred to as the "university transfer" or "general studies" program, our A.A. degree allows you to begin your bachelor's degree study while enjoying the small, intimate learning environment characteristic of a community college, as well as the unique "island living, island learning" experience only available at FKCC.

Marine Sciences and Diving

FKCC is the only college located within a National Marine Sanctuary and just five miles from the only living barrier coral reef in North America-making FKCC the ideal place to prepare yourself to make a living on, in, or underwater.

Learn the skills to meet the demand of the 21st century marine industries through our Marine Environment Technology program. We offer unique natural resources and exemplary facilities to immerse you in a real-world training ground, not a simulated environment.

At FKCC's James E. Lockwood Jr. School of Diving and Underwater Technology, you'll get the skills and training you need to do anything from teaching others scuba diving to running your own dive shop, from research diving to technical underwater surveys, from "hard hat" surface-air-supplied (SAS) diving to the emergency medical application of hyperbaric chambers.

If you're more into boating and engineering, FKCC can help you gain the skills to service and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic marine engine systems. FKCC also provides industry-certified training for many of the leading power and propulsion manufacturers.

Degrees offered include:

A.S. in Marine Environmental Technology
A.S. in Marine Engineering
  • Certificate in Marine Engineering
A.S. in Diving Business and Technology

  • Certificate in Fundamentals of Professional Diving 
  • Certificate in Commercial/Work Diving
  • Certificate in Professional Research Diving
  • Certificate in Professional Dive Instructor
  • Certificate in Diving Medical Technician
*FKCC also offers a wide array of industry certifications with major marine engine manufacturers, as well as with the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), and Divers Alert Network (DAN).

Learn the skills to meet the demand of the 21st century marine industries through our Marine Environment Technology program. We offer unique natural resources and exemplary facilities to immerse you in a real-world training ground, not a simulated environment.

At FKCC's James E. Lockwood Jr. School of Diving and Underwater Technology, you'll get the skills and training you need to do anything from teaching others scuba diving to running your own dive shop, from research diving to technical underwater surveys, from "hard hat" surface-air-supplied (SAS) diving to the emergency medical application of hyperbaric chambers.

If your more into boating and engineering, FKCC can help you gain the skills to service and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic marine engine systems. FKCC also provides industry-certified training for many of the leading power and propulsion manufacturers.

Degrees offered include:
- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Diving Business and Technology
- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Marine Engineering
- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Marine Environmental Technology

The following certificates* can stand alone or be applied to the A.S. degree:
- Certificate in Professional Diving
- Certificate in Commercial Diving
- Certificate in Research Diving
- Certificate in Dive Instructor
- Certificate in Diving Medical Technician
- Certificate in Marine Engineering

*FKCC also offers a wide array of industry certifications with major marine engine manufacturers, as well as with the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), and Divers Alert Network (DAN).

Business

The emphasis on entrepreneurism in FKCC's business courses reflects the island's fierce entrepreneurial spirit. Our courses will prepare you to join, move up, or start your own enterprise.

Business degrees offered include:

- Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Business Administration
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management (offered in partnership with Hodges University)
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Management (offered in partnership with Hodges University)

Business degrees offered include:

- Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Business Administration
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management (offered in partnership with Hodges University)
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Management (offered in partnership with Hodges University)

Computer Technology

Intrigued by how Facebook works? Awed by life-like graphics in computer games? Wondering how information exists in a cloud? Then computer science may be the field for you.

Computer programming and technology degrees offered include:

- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Computer Programming and Analysis
- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Computer Information Technology

Computer programming and technology degrees offered include:

- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Computer Programming and Analysis
- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Computer Information Technology

Allied Health and Nursing

Prepare for an exciting career in the healthcare industry at FKCC. Learn from dedicated faculty with professional experience and expertise. Instruction is practical, hands-on and includes internships that will have you ready to fill the growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals.

FKCC's health sciences programs include:

- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Nursing
(Successful completion of the A.S. in Nursing enables you to take the National Council Licensure Examination required to practice as a Registered Nurse.)


- Applied Technical Diploma (A.T.D.) for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
(FKCC is a certified EMT training provider. Program participants have included firefighters, law enforcement officers, volunteer rescue personnel, and lifeguards.)


- Certificate in Addiction Studies
(Successful completion enables you to take the Florida Certification Board exam, leading to positions as an Addictions Professional or Associate Addictions Professional.)


FKCC's health sciences programs include:

- Associate in Science (A.S.) in Nursing
(Successful completion of the A.S. in Nursing enables you to take the National Council Licensure Examination required to practice as a Registered Nurse.)


- Applied Technical Diploma (A.T.D.) for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
(FKCC is a certified EMT training provider. Program participants have included firefighters, law enforcement officers, volunteer rescue personnel, and lifeguards.)


- Certificate in Addiction Studies
(Successful completion enables you to take the Florida Certification Board exam, leading to positions as an Addictions Professional or Associate Addictions Professional.)


Criminal Justice

Do you hear a higher calling to protect and serve your community? FKCC's Institute of Criminal Justice is your path to a career that is not only exhilarating and rewarding, but also incredibly valuable to the health and safety of modern society.

Enlist in one of FKCC's Florida-certified training academies, taught by professional law enforcement and corrections officers, to develop skills in areas such as defensive tactics, weapons handling, vehicle operations, basic law and legal procedures, and prisoner control procedures. Programs include Post Secondary Adult Vocational Training Academies for:
- Basic Law Enforcement
- Corrections Basic Recruit Training
- Cross-over Corrections to Law Enforcement
- Cross-over Law Enforcement to Corrections

Law Enforcement Auxiliary OfficerEnlist in one of FKCC's Florida-certified training academies, taught by professional law enforcement and corrections officers, to develop skills in areas such as defensive tactics, weapons handling, vehicle operations, basic law and legal procedures, and prisoner control procedures. Programs include Post Secondary Adult Vocational Training Academies for:

- Basic Law Enforcement
- Corrections Basic Recruit Training
- Cross-over Corrections to Law Enforcement
- Cross-over Law Enforcement to Corrections
- Law Enforcement Auxiliary Officer

 

 

 

 


 
 
 
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