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School of Arts and Sciences

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Associate in Arts (University Transfer)

The associate in arts degree is designed for students whose goal is a four-year degree. The AA (associate in arts) program provides students the freshmen and sophomore years of a bachelor's degree.

  • Associates of Arts (AA)
  • SCC Spartanburg (Giles) Campus, SCC Online
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Associate in Science (University Transfer)

The associate in science degree is designed for students whose goal is a four-year degree. The AS (associate in science) program provides students the freshmen and sophomore years of a bachelor’s degree.

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Early Care and Education, AAS

  • Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
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Early Care and Education, AAS

The Early Care and Education program offers a combination of classroom instruction and supervised hands-on experiences that prepare students for direct entry into the field of Early Care and Education. Program graduates are eligible to obtain the Level 1 SC Early Childhood Credential, Level 2 Preschool Credential, Level 2 Special Needs Credential, and Level 3 Preschool Credential, South Carolina's state-recognized ECE micro-credentials available through SC Endeavors (additional Level 1, 2, and 3 Credentials can also be earned, depending upon the student's choice of course electives). The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Early Care and Education at Spartanburg Community College is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (https://www.naeyc.org/). The current accreditation term runs from March 2022 through March 2029.

  • Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
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Early Childhood Development Certificate

The Early Childhood Development Certificate is designed to provide early childhood educators with the knowledge and skills to create engaging learning experiences that promote the holistic social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development of young children. Completion of this Certificate qualifies the recipient to obtain the Level 1 SC Early Childhood Credential, Level 2 Preschool Credential, Level 2 Special Needs Credential, and the Level 3 Preschool Credential through SC Endeavors.

  • Certificate
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Horticulture Technology, AAS

Horticulture technology students study applied plant science emphasizing plant production and use. Students are trained in landscaping, nursery and garden center operations, greenhouse management, and horticulture support operations.

  • Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
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Horticulture Technology, AAS

  • Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
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Infant and Toddler Certificate

The Infant Toddler Certificate is designed to provide early childhood educators working with children birth through three years old training related to experiences in growth and development, curriculum issues, and practical classroom experience. Completion of this Certificate qualifies the recipient to obtain the Level 1 SC Early Childhood Credential, Level 2 Infant/Toddler Credential, and Level 2 Family Child Care Credential through SC Endeavors.

  • Certificate
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Landscape Management Certificate

Landscape management students develop skills in the use of modern techniques and materials in landscape management.

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Sustainable Agriculture Certificate

This program will explore the broad field of sustainable agriculture, agribusiness and food systems.

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