Course Formats || St. Petersburg College

Flexible Class Options for all learning styles

SPC offers course formats to fit your life, allowing you to select the best options for you. These course formats include face-to-face, online, LIVE online and blended. Our campus and LIVE online courses meet at scheduled times, while others are self-paced with weekly milestones.

Note: Students residing in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria may not enroll in online classes. Access to College computer systems is restricted in these countries pursuant to current state and federal guidance, including but not limited to Executive Order 22-216 issued by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2022. This does not affect SPC international students who reside in Florida and would otherwise be able to enroll in online classes.

FACE-TO-FACE CLASSES

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Like learning in a classroom with your peers? Want to see your professor in person? Face-to-face classes are held on our campuses and give you the traditional college experience.

HIGHLIGHTS

Held in a physical classroom at scheduled times
Internet may be needed to access course materials

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ONLINE CLASSES

Need to learn on your own time? Online classes do not require real-time interactions and are ideal for students who need a flexible schedule and like to work independently.

HIGHLIGHTS

Pre-recorded lectures with online interaction through discussion boards or emails
No scheduled class times
Internet access required for all course access *

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SPC LIVE ONLINE

Can’t come to a campus but still want to learn in a live classroom setting? With LIVE Online courses, you get a real-time classroom experience without leaving your home. You can ask questions, participate in discussions and get feedback immediately.

HIGHLIGHTS

Lectures and course discussions are streamed through the video conferencing tool Zoom
Personal, real-time contact with peers and professors
Classes meet online at specific times; attendance required
Internet access required for all course access *

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BLENDED CLASSES

Blended courses combine our face-to-face and online learning modes. These courses are best for students who want the benefits of both online learning and campus visits.

HIGHLIGHTS

Instruction both in the classroom and online
Classes meet on a set schedule; coursework completed online
Internet access required for some course access

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

These courses offer supervised, practical learning experiences such as internships and music lessons. These classes are designed for students in specific programs.

HIGHLIGHTS

Courses include capstone, research, work experience and applied music
Classes may not meet at specific times

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Flex Classes

These courses provide the "flexibility" to attend class in person while accessing course materials online. All work can be completed either in class or online. It’s up to you!

HIGHLIGHTS

Classes available on campus; attendance not required
Face-to-face classes meet at specific times

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* Distance learning fee assessed.

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