PROGRAMS OF STUDY 

Students have access to a wide variety of educational programs at Spokane Community College (SCC), Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC), and the Institute for Extended Learning (IEL). A student may choose to complete the first two years of four-year degree programs, select among career and technical program offerings, or upgrade skills in preparation for work or college. 

In order to give students an idea of some of the possibilities open to them, a number of suggested programs of study are provided on the following pages. The programs outlined are intended to provide general information. Students should seek detailed information from the campus Counseling Center or Transfer Center. 

Students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution after completing the first two years at SCC or SFCC are strongly advised to consult with the community college counselor or academic adviser, as well as the four-year institution they plan to attend. Requirements may vary according to the program and transfer institution. 

More detailed information about the following can be found on subsequent catalog pages. 

Degree And Certificate Requirements 

Transfer degrees include Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science-Transfer (AS-T), Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T), Associate of Fine Arts (AFA). See Transfer Program Outlines for more details and Major Related Program degrees.

Career and technical degrees include the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in a particular state-approved career and technical program. Career and technical certificates also are offered in state-approved programs and Certificate in Fine Arts (CFA) is also offered. See Career and Technical Program Outlines. 

Adult Education And Transitional Studies 

Adult Education and Transitional Studies include Literacy/Pre-GED, Adult Education Workplace Success Skills, General Educational Development (GED), High School Completion, English as a Second Language, Read Right®, College Prep, PACE Services, SEER Program, and Families That Work. 

Basic Studies 

Other studies include developmental education and college level English as a Second Language (ESL) courses at SCC and SFCC.

Continuing Education 

Continuing Education Programs are offered by SCC, SFCC and the IEL. They consist of courses and special programs designed to provide a wide range of learning opportunities for people in the communities served.