Upper Keys Center 305-809-3154

1. Key West Campus 305-296-9081 Middle Keys Center 305-809-3219 Upper Keys Center 305-809-3154

2. Broward College • ChipolaCollege • College of Central Florida • Daytona State College • Eastern Florida State College • Edison State College • Florida Gateway College • Florida Keys Community College • Florida State College at Jacksonville • Gulf Coast State College • Hillsborough Community College • Indian River State College • Lake-Sumter State College • Miami Dade College • North Florida Community College • Northwest Florida State College • Palm Beach State College • Pasco-Hernando State College • Pensacola State College • Polk State College • Santa Fe College • Seminole State College of Florida • South Florida State College • St. Johns River State College • St. Petersburg College • State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota • Tallahassee Community College • Valencia College The Florida College System

3. Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science Post Secondary Adult Vocational Training Programs FKCC Academic Programs: Business Administration Computer Information Technology Computer Programming and Analysis Diving Business and Technology Marine Engineering Marine Environmental Technology Nursing Correctional Officer Law Enforcement Officer Crossover Law Enforcement to Correctional Officer Crossover Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer

4. Involves a broad range of general education requirements, including 36 credits of communications, mathematics, humanities, natural science, and social science requirements, and 24 elective credits for a total of 60 credit hours. • Equivalent to the first 2 years of study at the University level (Freshman and Sophomore levels). • Earn your AA Degree at FKCC and transfer to any of the 12 Public Universities more than 25 Independent Colleges and Universities! *(except limited access programs)* • 30-hour advising: The Florida College System Associate in Arts students are required to identify the bachelor’s degree program and college/university of interest by the time they earn 30 hours. Once a student identifies the program and institution of interest, the Florida college will let the student know about the common prerequisite requirements. The purpose of the 30-hour advising rule is to improve articulation and reduce excess credit hours. University Transfer – Associate in Arts degree (AA)

5. Accounting • Biology • Business Administration and Management • Criminal Justice Studies • Dental Hygienist • General Transfer • History • Hospitality and Tourism Management Initiative • Marine/Aquatic Biology • Pre-Nursing • Psychology University Requirement- AA Degree Foreign Language Requirement: • For undergraduate admission to a state university, students must have earned 2 years in a foreign language at the high school level. • If a student did NOT complete this requirement while in high school, the student must complete 8 credit hours in one foreign language at FKCC prior to transferring. AA Educational Plans for:

6. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) • Florida Atlantic University • Florida Gulf Coast University • Florida International University • Florida Polytechnic University • Florida State University • New College of Florida • University of Central Florida • University of Florida • University of North Florida • University of South Florida • University of West Florida State University System of Florida

7. Adventist University of Health Sciences • Ave Maria University • Barry University • Beacon College • Bethune-Cookman University • Clearwater Christian College • Eckerd College • Edward Waters College • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Everglades University • Flagler College • Florida College • Florida Institute of Technology • Florida Memorial University • Florida Southern College • Hodges University • Jacksonville University • Keiser University • Lynn University • Nova Southeastern University • Palm Beach Atlantic University • Ringling College of Art and Design • Rollins College • Saint Leo University • Southeastern University • St. Thomas University • Stetson University • The University of Tampa • University of Miami • Warner University • Webber International University Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida

8. The AS degree is a two year program comprised of vocational and general education courses to prepare you for a career in: • Business Administration Program Advisor Frank Wood 305-809-3287 • Computer Information Technology Program Advisor Dawn Ellis 305-809-3284 • Computer Programming and Analysis Program Advisor Dawn Ellis 305-809-3284 • Marine Environmental Technology Director of Marine Science Jack Seubert 305-809-3195 • Nursing (Limited Access Program) Nursing Department 305-809-3544 Associate in Science

9. The AAS degree is a two year program comprised of vocational and general education courses to prepare you for a career in: • Diving Business and Technology Program Advisor Lana Sielski 305-809-3214 • Marine Engineering Director of Marine Science, Jack Seubert 305-809-3195 Advanced Technical Diplomas (ATD) is a 1-year program designed to prepare you to enter the workforce in the following areas: Associate in Applied Science

10. Technical Certificates are 1-year programs designed to prepare you to enter the workforce in the following areas: • Addiction Studies Nursing Department 305-809-3544 • Certified Nursing Assistant Nursing Department 305-809-3544 • Commercial/Work Diving Program Advisor Lana Sielski 305-809-3214 • Computer Programming Program Advisor Dawn Ellis 305-809-3284 • Diving Medical Technician Program Advisor Lana Sielski 305-809-3214 • Entrepreneurship Program Advisor Frank Wood 305-809-3287 • Fundamentals of Professional Diving Program Advisor Lana Sielski 305-809-3214 • Marine Mammal Behavior Director of Marine Science Jack Seubert 305-809-3195 • Marine Propulsion Technology Director of Marine Science Jack Seubert 305-809-3195 • Professional Dive Instructor Program Advisor Lana Sielski 305-809-3214 • Professional Research Diving Program Advisor Lana Sielski 305-809-3214 • Tropical Ornamental Mariculture Director of Marine Science Jack Seubert 305-809-3195 Certificate Programs

11. The criminal justice and law enforcement program is for students planning to concentrate in the law enforcement area of the criminal justice system. In this program, students will prepare for administrative and law enforcement management positions with municipal, county, state and federal agencies. The training offered through this program meets the requirements of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.  • Correctional Officer • Law Enforcement • Crossover Law Enforcement to Correctional Officer • Crossover Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer Please contact Patti Lavell, Coordinator of Criminal Justice at 305-809-3158 Post Secondary Adult Vocational Training Programs

12. General Information • College Mission Statement • Rules and Regulations • Student Affairs • Admission Requirements • Academic Advising • Orientation • Testing • Academic Policies & Procedures • Student Responsibility • Withdrawal Policies • Course Substitutions • Academic Probation/Suspension • Programs of Study/Specialized Academic Programs • Course Descriptions Online College Catalog

13. Welcome from the Dean of Student Services • Helpful Phone Numbers • Academic Calendar- Important Semester Dates • Testing • Testing Tips • Campus Map • Connect with Other Students • Campus Activities • Clubs and Organizations • Student Housing • Campus Cafe • Outstanding Student Awards • Services to Help you Succeed • One Stop Shop • Education Plans • Career Exploration • Graduation • Special Support Services- Office of Students with Disabilities • Making the Grade • Student Success Tips • Attendance • Withdrawals • Academic Standing Student Handbook

14. Help is Here- Paying for College • Financial Aid • Scholarships • State Grants • Self Help Aid • VA Assistance • Things to Know • Student Rights and Responsibilities • Student Concerns • Smoke Free Policy • Student Health Insurance • Parking • Bus Service • Campus Safety • Appeals • Grade Forgiveness • FERPA • Frequently Asked Questions • Your Future starts with College and Vocational Credit Programs • Academic Programs- AA, AS, AAS, Certificate, PSAV, and ATD • Articulation Agreements • Virtual College Student Handbook- Continued

15. Infractions /Misconduct Any student found to have committed or to have attempted to commit the following misconduct is subject to the disciplinary sanctions: • Plagiarism • Sexual Battery • Sexual Harassment • Sexual Offenses • Standards of Dress • Theft • Trespassing • Unauthorized access to College Property • Unauthorized Use of College Name • Unauthorized Use of Other Person’s Name or Signature • Vandalism • Victimization/Extortion or Threats/Intimidation of a More Serious Nature • Weapons ** On accession, situations may arise not specifically covered by College regulations or the Code, but which are harmful to the welfare of the College community or are obstructive to the orderly processes of the college, in these incidents, interpretation will be made by representative of the College and appropriate action which to be taken. Student Code of Conduct information is located on the website www.fkcc.edu • Alcohol/Drugs • Academic Integrity Violation • Arson • Bomb Threat • Bullying • Burglary • Cheating • Computer Fraud • Cyber Attack • Disorderly or Disruptive Conduct • Extortion • False Fire Alarm • False and Misleading Information • Felony Transfer • Fighting • Force or Violence • Gross Insubordination or Open Defiance • Harassment • Hazing • Inciting, Leading or Participating in a Major Student Disorder • Intentional Damage of College Property/Personal Property • Other more Serious Miscellaneous Conduct • Physical Abuse Student Code of Conduct

16. Florida Keys Community College has a variety of resources that can help you move toward your academic and career goals. A number of our resources are listed below: • Student Advisement and Engagement-305-809-3196 • Career Counseling – Call Student Advisement and Engagement 305-809-3196 • Student Activities- Call Student Advisement and Engagement 305-809-3196 • Financial Aid-305-809-3523 • Student ID Card- All new students can obtain a Student ID card after registering for courses from the Learning Resource Center/Library. • Online Bookstore- www.fkcc.edu • Campus Bookstore- located across from the Student Lounge • TurboVote- makes voting by mail easy so you never have to miss another election fkcc.turbovote.org • Nel-Net Payment Plan- Business Office 305-809-3186 • Online Faculty Directory - www.fkcc.edu • Learning Resource Center/Library-305-809-3194 • Student Lounge (open daily) located next to Campus Café • Interactive Student Learning Environment (ISLE)- Tutoring and Study center SMARTHINKING- Online Tutoring www.smarthinking.com • myFKCC Student Services/Degree Works Audit- www.fkcc.edu • Island TIME: Transition Into Math Excellence- Ensures students successfully complete developmental math courses. • Student Success Center- Island TIME courses will take place in the Student Success Center • Enrollment Services- Application for Admissions, Residency Verification, Request Official Transcripts, Apply for Graduation, and Transcript Evaluations. Resources

17. What are the benefits in using myFKCC Student Services? • Check Student Email • Review Degree Works Audit • Log-on to Online Courses • Utilize Registration Tools • Add/Drop Courses • Registration Status • Course Schedule • Review Student Account and Account Balances • Pay Online • Financial Aid • Review Financial Aid • Requirements • Holds • Status • Progress • Utilize Student Services • One Stop Shop assistance myFKCC Student Services

18. What are the benefits in using Degree Works? • Determine what requirements you need to fulfill in order to complete your degree. • Identify what requirements you have completed in the general education and program areas. • View individual course grades, cumulative grade-point average (GPA), and major average. • Determine which courses you have taken or transferred, and which ones count as electives. • View transfer credits, waivers, and exemptions applied toward degree. • Project grade performance using the GPA calculator. • See how your coursework could be applied toward another program using the What If option. • Learn the prerequisites and co-requisites for courses by clicking on the course numbers. Degree Works

19. Fall 2014- Session A August 21-Ocotber 15 • August 21, 2014- Classes begin • August 28, 2014- Last day to change courses for Fall Term- Session A; last day to withdraw and receive 100% refund; last day to add classes for Fall Term- Session A • September 1, 2014- Labor Day (college closed) • September 28, 2014- Last day to withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”. Last day to change registration status to auditfor Fall Term- Session A • October 15, 2014- Classes end Fall 2014- Session B October 21-December 10 • October 21, 2014- Classes begin • October 23, 2014- Last day to change courses for Fall Term- Session B; last day to withdraw and receive 100% refund; last day to add classes for Fall Term- Session B • November 11, 2014- Veterans Day (College Closed) • November 23, 2014- Last day to withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”. Last day to change registration status to audit for Fall Term- Session B • November 26-30, 2014- Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed) • December 10, 2014- Classes end Academic Calendar

20. Fall 2014- Session C August 21-December 10 • August 21, 2014- Classes begin • August 28, 2014- Last day to change courses for Fall Term- Session C; last day to withdraw and receive 100% refund; last day to add classes for Fall Term- Session C • September 1, 2014- Labor Day (college closed) • November 6, 2014- Deadline to submit Graduation application for Fall Term • November 6, 2014- Last day to withdraw from classes with a grade of “W”. Last day to change registration status to audit for Fall Term- Session C • November 11, 2014- Veterans Day (College Closed) • November 26-30, 2014- Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed) • December 10, 2014- Classes end • December 12, 2014- Commencement • December 22, 2014-January 4, 2014- Winter Break (College Closed) Academic Calendar

21. Developmental Math courses have ditched the “chalk and talk” for a new and improved way of teaching- Island TIME: Transition Into Math Excellence. Students will benefit from a personalized learning experience that combines face-to-face instruction with easy-to-use technology. The goals of FKCC’s new program are to ensure students successfully complete developmental math courses, and are then prepared and confident for the next step toward a bright future. Student Centered Technology- Assisted Tutoring Services Student Success Center Island TIME courses will take place in the new, state-of-the-art Student Success Center. Students will attend class in one portion of the Student Success Center, and then complete coursework in the adjoining computer lab. The Student Success Center is located in TWFAC 2402 and 2403, above the Ceramics lab. Just follow the green arrows. Island TIME: Transition Into Math Excellence

22. Academic Testing • PERT (Postsecondary Education Readiness Test) • CLEP (College-Level Examination Program) • DANTES (DSST-DANTES Subject Standardized Test) • TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) • Nursing • CJBAT (Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test) • Credit by Institutional Exam For Testing information please contact Cathy Torres, Director of Continuing Education, Workforce, and Testing at 305-809-3250

23. First determine your developmental course needs (use your highest scores from any/all tests taken within 2 years). • Completion of all developmental needs prior to earning 12 college level credit hours is required. Meaning that all students who place in prep courses will need to take them within their first semester. • Only three attempts permitted for any course (withdrawals count). Third attempts at courses charge full cost at Out-of State rates ($438.73 per credit). • Contact your Academic Advisor or Program Advisor at least once per semester. • Understand your limits with course loads: Part-time ≤ 11 credits Full-time ≥ 12 credits • Remember to allow 1-2 hours of study time for each credit hour. • Always print your class schedule to confirm assigned classroom before first day of classes. • Attend ALL classes Scheduling Considerations

24. www.flvc.org • Explore careers and determine career objectives • Search for public or private four-year college or universities and community colleges • Explore College and University programs and majors • Apply online to public Universities • Learn about and apply for Financial Aid CollegeFish.org • www.collegefish.org • Promote higher Community College degree completion • Promote timely, effective, and seamless University transfer for Community College Students • Provide free online resources to manage, monitor, and enhance process for students Florida Virtual Campus- Florida's Online Learning Resource Center

25. It Provides: • Grants • Scholarships • FKCC • Outside • Work Study • Stafford Loans • Outside Sources Apply for the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid How Do I Pay For My Education?

26. www.fkcc.edu • www.flvc.org • www.fafsa.ed.gov Important Financial Aid Websites

27. Student Life List of Clubs to Join: • Student Government Association • Sigma Alpha Pi Leadership Society • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society • Book Club • Scuba Club • Environmental Club • FNSA (Nursing) Club • Bone Island Athletic Club • Brain Bowl Academic Challenge Team • National Technical Honor Society Events Include: • Beach Parties • Community Clean-Up • Game Night • Workshops • Snorkel Trips • Campus BBQs • Movie Night • Bowling Night • State Conferences

28. Campus Notifications In the event of an emergency, college closure, or cancellation, students will automatically receive a phone call and email from FKCC. Please ensure that your contact information is up to date via Enrollment Services.   Please note: all email communication will automatically go to your fkcc.edu email account so make sure you check it regularly! Stop by the Student Lounge

29. Reading your Class schedule: M= Monday T= Tuesday W= Wednesday R=Thursday F= Friday S= Saturday U= Sunday FKCC Terminology Accredited: Accredited refers to recognition of an education institution by an official agency or professional associate as maintaining certain quality standards. Co-requisite: A course required to be taken at the same time as another course. Enhanced Courses: When a course used the college online Learning Management System but continues to meet in the traditional face-to-face format. The class uses online resources to add to student engagement in the course. Fees: Refers to an amount charged by universities or colleges, in addition to tuition to cover costs of institutional services. Grade Point Average (GPA): The grade point average refers to the average of all grades earned by a student. Plagiarism: Plagiarism is the use of another person’s words or ideas and passing them off as your own. Prerequisite: Refers to a course or courses that must be successfully completed before a student can enroll in the next level course or more advanced course. Syllabus: A course outline typically distributed the first day of class detailing course expectations, instructor information, and the instructors and colleges policies on grading, attendance, class requirements, etc. Transcript: A transcript is a complete record of academic work completed by a student. Helpful Points

30. Once you have completed the viewing of the online orientation power point presentation you will need to complete the online orientation questions (please right click on the below link and open hyperlink to complete the Online Orientation questions). The online orientation questions will certify your participation in the orientation. Upon completion of the online orientation questions, you will be ready to register at any of our locations. http://www.keysurvey.com/f/682355/11e6/ Completion of Online Orientation Thank You!