As SPC strives to better serve our students, we work hard to ensure we maintain quality and our good standing with our accreditors, particularly with regard to substantive change.
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC) defines "substantive change" as the "significant modification or expansion of the nature and scope of an accredited institution." When required, SACS-COC approval must be received prior to initiation of changes. When considering a change, and to ensure all substantive changes are reported to SACS-COC in a timely fashion, refer to:
- SACS-COC Substantive Change Webpage
- SACS-COC Policy Statement for Substantive Change
- SPC Board Rule for Reporting of Substantive Changes
- SPC's Procedure for Reporting of Substantive Changes
If you are considering a change to the established mission or objectives of the institution; or changes in legal status, form of control, or ownership of the institution; starting new programs, significantly changing or teaching out existing programs; or addition of courses or programs of study at a degree or credential above baccalaureate level; contact the SACS-COC Accreditation Liaison to ensure proper notification to SACS-COC.
For other changes, complete the Substantive Change Form to help determine the type of change and reporting requirements. You will be contacted by the SACS-COC Accreditation Liaison if any further information is necessary for SACS-COC notification.
Acceptance Letters from SACS-COC
Date | Category | Degree or Certificate Program |
SACSCOC Approvals Begin on Institutional Portal | ||
5/25/2022 | New Programs and Certificates | Cloud Computing Certificate |
6/29/2021 | New Programs and Certificates | Surgical Tech AS |
5/20/2020 | New Programs and Certificates | Cybersecurity BAS Events Planning Management Certificate Medical Device Design and Manufacturing Certificate Laboratory Specialist ATC |
Teach Out | Computer Support Certificate Microsoft Certified Solutions |
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10/9/2020 | Teach Out | Computer Support Certificate Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate Certificate |
1/6/2020 | Dual Credit Site | St. Petersburg High School |
10/31/2019 | New Programs and Certificates | Data Science AS |
9/27/2019 | Teach Out | Health Data Management ATC |
9/10/2019 | New Programs and Certificates | Emergency Management Administration ATC Production Systems AS |
10/24/2018 | New Programs and Certificates | Biomedical Repair Certificate Child Development Certificatebr Megatronics Certificatebr Water Quality Technician Certificate |
Teach Out | Science Teacher Education 6-12 BS | |
2/18/2018 | Teach Out | Photographic Technology AS Digital Photography Certificate International Business BAS Industrial Management Technology AS Sign Language AS Drafting and Design AS Drafting Certificate |
9/14/2017 | New Programs and Certificates | Electronics Aid Certificate Paramedic PSAV |
Teach Out | Medical Quality Systems Certificate | |
2/20/2017 | Dual Credit Sites | Osceola Fundamental High School Palm Harbor University High School |
1/9/2017 | Program Closure | Orthotics and Prosthetics, B.A.S. |
10/14/2016 | Teach-Out | Eckerd College Program for Experienced Learners (PEL) |
9/12/2016 | Program Modification | Orthotics and Prosthetics A.S. (Hours Reduction) |
8/23/2016 Addendum |
New Programs and Certificates | Biomedical Engineering Technology A.S. |
6/23/2016 | New Programs and Certificates | Audio Technology Certificate Community Health Worker Certificate Supply Chain Management Certificate Social and Human Services A.S. |
Program Closure | Aviation Maintenance Technology (Teach-Out) Maternal and Health Worker ATD (Teach-Out) Human Services - Alcohol/Substance Abuse A.S. Human Services - Social Services A.S. |
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Program Modification | Addiction Studies Certificate (Hours Reduction) Orthotics and Prosthetics A.S. (Hours Reduction) |
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6/11/2016 | New Programs and Certificates | Fire Officer Supervisor Certificate Fire Fighter/EMT PSAV |
Program Closure | Interactive Web Design (Teach-Out) | |
2/8/2016 | New Programs and Certificates | Biotechnology A.S. |
10/1/2015 | New Programs and Certificates | Computer Information Technology A.S. Help Desk Support Specialist Certificate Digital Media/Multimedia Foundations Certificate |
Program Modification | IT Security name change to Cyber Security | |
Program Closure | Technology Management AS Fire Inspector I and II Certificates Fire Investigator I Certificate Fire Officer I and II Certificates Video Game Foundations |
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7/27/2015 | Teach-Out | On behalf of Clearwater Christian College |
7/15/2015 | Program Modifications | College of Business Digital Media Photography |
1/29/2015 | New Programs and Certificates | Computer Programmer Certificate Infant and Toddler Specialization Certificate Preschool Specialization Certificate |
9/08/2014 | Program Closure | Critical Care ATC Emergency Care ATC Sepsis Awareness and Education ATC |
8/25/2014 | Program Modifications | College of Computer Information & Technology |
7/08/2014 | Program Closure | Veterinary Management Certificate |
9/18/2013 | Dual Credit Sites | Countryside High School |
9/17/2013 | New Programs and Certificates | Health Sciences, AS |
5/13/2013 | Program Closure | Parks & Leisure Services (PALS) Program |
4/01/2013 | Embedded Certificate | Engineering Technology Support Certificate |
3/18/2013 | Program Closure | Medical Laboratory Technology, AS |
1/23/2013 | Embedded Certificates Addendum | See addendum for list of omitted certificates from original letter |
1/07/2013 | Embedded Certificates | See verification letter for list of certificates |
12/17/2012 | Accreditation Verification | International Language Institute (ILI) (Non-Credit Intensive English Program) |
11/26/2012 | Dual Credit Sites | Dixie Hollins High School Lakewood High School East Lake High School |
8/27/2012 | Site Accreditation | Accreditation of All SPC Sites |
7/11/2012 | Program Modifications | Industrial Management Technology (AAS to AS) Addiction Studies Certificate Associate in Science Degree in Music Industry/Recording Arts Educator Preparation Institute (Content Areas Reduction) |
New Programs and Certificates | CPLUS-CT C++ CSHARP-CT C# JAVA-CT Java MBLDVC-CT Mobile Device OPNSRC-CT Open Source VBNET-CT Visual Basic.NET |
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Program Closure | Banking BAS Business Technology Education, BAS Technology Education, BAS |
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1/3/2012 | New Programs and Certificates | Digital Media Technology Interactive Web Design Food and Beverage Specialist Rapid Prototyping and Design Rooms Division Operations Rooms Division Specialist Computer Support Certificate Pre-Kindergarten/Primary Education, BS |
9/14/2011 | Dual Credit Sites | Boca Ciega High School Seminole High School |
9/1/2011 | Program Closure | Accounting, AS |
6/27/2011 | Program Consolidation | Engineering Technology, AS Healthcare Informatics, AS Business Technologies, AS (Teach-out of consolidated programs and associated certificates) |
2/23/2011 | Site Relocation - New Facilities | Veterinary Technology - Special Purpose Center |
11/16/2010 | Dual Credit Sites | Gibbs High School |
8/16/2010 | Dual Credit Sites | Clearwater High School Largo High School Dunedin High School Tarpon Springs High School |
8/9/2010 | New Programs and Certificates | Public Policy and Administration, BAS |
3/3/2010 | New Programs and Certificates | Music Industry Recording Arts, AS |
11/19/2009 | New Programs and Certificates | Biology, BS |
8/25/2009 | Dual Credit Sites | Admiral Farragut Academy Calvary Christian High School Clearwater Central Catholic High School Northeast High School Northside Christian Pinellas Park High School St. Petersburg Catholic High School |
10/9/2009 | New Programs and Certificates | Photographic Technology, AS |
6/1/2009 | New Programs and Certificates | Business Administration, BAS Sustainability Management, BAS Environmental Science Technology, AS |
Related Links
- SACSCOC 2018 Compliance Certification
- Ready, Set, Succeed! 2018 Quality Enhancement Plan
- Substantive Change
- Fact Book
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