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Pathways at SCC

Whether you're seeking a college degree, a career change, or professional development, SCC offers the programs and support you need to achieve your educational and career goals! SCC offers more than 70 programs of study that lead to high-demand, high-growth careers or allow you to pursue a bachelor's degree through SCC's University Transfer Program. Below is a breakdown of SCC's Schools of Learning and programs of study. 

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SCC Schools of Learning

  • SCC's University Transfer Pathway is designed to provide students with their freshman and sophomore years of a typical bachelor's degree through an associate in arts or associate in science degree earned at SCC. Upon completion, students can seamlessly transfer to any public four-year college in South Carolina (if student is accepted by that institution). Many credits also transfer to other in-state and out-of-state institutions. Several specialized transfer tracks are available.

    University Transfer from SCC

    Complete the first two years of your bachelor's degree at SCC, and graduate with:

    SCC offers several options for transferring to specific colleges or universities in various areas of study including:

    Transfer opportunities

    SCC has articulation (transfer) agreements with a variety of colleges and universities across South Carolina, so students can transfer to with confidence that their SCC coursework will count towards their educational goals. See a list of college and universities with articulation agreements, including USC Upstate Direct Connect.

  • If you are mechanically inclined and interested in an industrial career, programs in the industrial and trade sector may be for you.

    Industrial and Trade Programs at SCC

    Manufacturing, industrial and engineering technology programs prepare students to be machinists, technicians, fabricators and much more. Careers in advanced manufacturing are growing and in demand more than ever.

    Automation and Electronics

    Mechatronics

    Production Associate

    Industrial & Trade

  • Whether you plan to become an administrative professional, work in accounting or start your management studies at SCC and transfer to a four-year college, School of Business offers what you need to succeed.

    School of Business

    You have a variety of programs from which to choose within SCC's School of Business - from accounting to culinary arts - and programs designed for you to transfer to another college or university for a bachelor's degree!

    Accounting, Administrative & Management

    Culinary Arts

    University Transfer

    SCC's University Transfer Program is designed to provide students with their freshman and sophomore years of a typical bachelor's degree through an associate in arts or associate in science degree earned at SCC. Upon completion, students can seamlessly transfer to any public four-year college in South Carolina (if student is accepted by that institution). Many credits also transfer to other in-state and out-of-state institutions. Several specialized transfer tracks are available.

  • Whether you want to enter a career in the IT field or you're seeking to expand your credentials through short-term training, SCC offers a variety of programs to help you achieve your college or career goals.

    Computer & Engineering Technologies at SCC

    Computer Technologies

    • Computer Technologies - From having no previous computer knowledge to having basic skills, SCC's offerings for computer technologies have something for everyone. Become a software developer, web developer, PC application specialist, programmer analyst, network administrator, support technician and more. Interested in transferring to Clemson? Check out SPECTRA, a scholarship partnership program.

    Digital & Graphic Design

    • Digital Design Technologies - Are you a creative person? Do you have a knack for design? In our visual world there are many careers available in the printing, publishing and technology industry. At SCC, Digital Design students use computers and software to create graphics and page layouts for traditional printing and online publishing.

    Engineering Technologies

    • Engineering Technologies - If you are interested in a career in industrial drawing, electronics, technology or engineering, SCC's Engineering Technologies programs may be a great fit for you.

    Pre-Engineering Transfer

    • Designed to provide students with their freshman and sophomore years of a typical bachelor's degree in Engineering through an Associate in Sciences (AS) degree earned at SCC. Upon completion, students can transfer eligible credits to another college or university. Learn more about Pre-Engineering through University Transfer from SCC.

    University Transfer

    SCC's University Transfer Program is designed to provide students with their freshman and sophomore years of a typical bachelor's degree through an associate in arts or associate in science degree earned at SCC. Upon completion, students can seamlessly transfer to any public four-year college in South Carolina (if student is accepted by that institution). Many credits also transfer to other in-state and out-of-state institutions. Several specialized transfer tracks are available.

    Pre-Engineering is an available track through this program.

  • A career in health care is exciting and rewarding, with many options for career paths. The demand for well-trained nurses exceeds the supply. Health sciences programs at SCC prepare accountable, competent, and technologically prepared individuals who are able to provide quality care and administration in diversified healthcare settings.

    Health Sciences at SCC

    View an overview of Health Sciences programs and university transfer Pre-Professional Healthcare opportunities.

    SCC Health Sciences Programs:

    University Transfer/Pre-Professional Healthcare

    SCC's University Transfer Program is designed to provide students with their freshman and sophomore years of a typical bachelor's degree through an associate in arts or associate in science degree earned at SCC. Upon completion, students can seamlessly transfer to any public four-year college in South Carolina (if student is accepted by that institution). Many credits also transfer to other in-state and out-of-state institutions. Several specialized transfer tracks are available.

    • Pre-Health Sciences
    • Pre-Chiropractic
    • Pre-Professional Healthcare Studies - Specialized tracks include agreements with:
      • Medical University of South Carolina:
        Pre-Health Care Administration, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Med, Pre-Physicians Assistant, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Dental
      • Presbyterian College: Pre-Pharmacy
      • Sherman College of Chiropractic: Pre-Chiropractic

  • Spartanburg Community College offers several pathways/programs for interested in working with children or in a career of certified education.

    School of Education at SCC

    Early Care (Daycare)

    Want to work in daycare? The Early Care and Education, Early Childhood and Development and Infant and Toddler programs are paths for students entering the field of early childhood education as daycare teachers, teachers assistants, and directors of daycare programs. The programs are also designed to upgrade job skills of individuals already employed in the field. Early Care offers transfer to select universities to pursue a bachelor's degree.

    Teacher Education (K-12 System)

    Those wanting to become elementary, middle and high school teachers should pursue SCC's Teacher Education path through the University Transfer Program.

    • Early Childhood
    • Elementary
    • Middle Level
    • Secondary
    • Special Needs
    • Physical Education, Music Education and Art Education

    Call Me Mister mentoring with Clemson - Mentoring to increase elementary and middle school classroom diversity

  • SCC's School of Horticulture offers programs that provide students with the knowledge and skills required for a successful career in the horticulture industry. Thanks to a widely respected campus arboretum with many gardens and greenhouse production facilities on our campus, SCC students gain hands-on experience with plant production, landscaping, nursery operations, greenhouse management and more.

    School of Horticulture at SCC

    • Horticulture - In this associate degree in applied science degree, students are trained in landscaping, nursery and garden center operations, greenhouse management and horticulture support operations.
    • Landscape Management - This is an evening and online program designed to help students currently employed full time who want to expand their knowledge and opportunities in the horticulture industry.
    • Sustainable Agriculture - This certificate is designed for individuals already employed or interested in the production of agronomic crops in a sustainable environment, preparing them for jobs in the agribusiness and food systems industry.

    University Transfer

    SCC's University Transfer Program is designed to provide students with their freshman and sophomore years of a typical bachelor's degree through an associate in arts or associate in science degree earned at SCC. Upon completion, students can seamlessly transfer to any public four-year college in South Carolina (if student is accepted by that institution). Many credits also transfer to other in-state and out-of-state institutions. Several specialized transfer tracks are available.

    Email Jason Bagwell at bagwellj@sccsc.edu for more information.