EFSC Career & Technical Programs and Related Industry Certifications
(Industry Certifications on the approved Perkins list as of January 2014)
IMPORTANT! COST of TESTS are subject to CHANGE!
Aerospace Technology AS – SpaceTEC certification (aka Aerospace Technician)
Must meet one of the following criteria in order to receive the SpaceTEC certification:
-Have a two year technical college degree
-Have/had a two year technical military assignment
-Hold a FAA Airframe/Powerplant certificate
-Two or more years of on-the-job training and experience in the aerospace industry
People who hold a SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Certification may be awarded as many as 25 credit hours –
free of charge – in the Aerospace A.S. degree. Credit may be awarded after the student has completed 12 credit hours in
the program and demonstrated competency. Credits may be awarded in: AFR 1100 Introduction to the Aerospace
Workplace, ETIC 1853 Aerospace Safety and Quality, ETIC 2851 Applied Mechanics, EETC 1005 Basic
Electricity/Electronics, ETIC 1830 Materials and Processes I, ETIC 1832 Materials and Processes II, and ETIC 1852
Aerospace Tests and Measurements.
Cost: $500 (includes: Prep Course, Pre-test, 3 part exam, one written exam re-test.)
Location: SpaceTEC, Cape Canaveral
Contact: Dave Fricton, davefricton@spacetec.org, 321-730-1020 or
EFSC Aerospace Technology AS degree program contact 321-433-7754
Computer Information Technology AS - Oracle Certified Database Administrator
Courses: CTS 2441 Oracle Database Fundamentals I, CTS 2440 Introduction to Oracle SQL and PL/SQL
Exam 1: Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals 1 (1Z0-051) or Oracle Database 12c: SQL Fundamentals (1Z0-061)
Cost: $125 (These exams can be taken online as a non-proctored exam, or in a test center as a proctored exam.)
Exam 2: Oracle Database 11g: Administration I (1Z0-052)
Cost: $245
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
Computer Information Technology AS and Network Services Technology AS – CompTIA A+,
CompTIA Network +, CompTIA Linux+ and CompTIA Security +
CompTIA A+
Courses: CETC 1172 Beginning PC Repair and CETC 1174 Advanced PC Repair
OR
CETC 1176 Computer Repair & Maintenance
Online: CompTIA A+ Certification Training @ http://careertraining.ed2go.com/easternflorida/
Basic, Intermediate & Advanced CompTIA A+ Certification Prep @ http://www.ed2go.com/easternflorida/
Exams: CompTIA A+ 220-801 and 220-802
Cost: $86 per exam ($172 total)
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
Last Updated: October 27, 2014
CompTIA Network+ (also in Computer Programming & Analysis AS)
Course: CTSC 1134 Network+
Online: CompTIA Network+ Certification Training @ http://careertraining.ed2go.com/easternflorida/
CompTIA Network+ Certification Prep @ http://www.ed2go.com/easternflorida/
Exam: CompTIA Network+ N10-005
Cost: $133
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
Recommended: 9 months of experience and the A+ certification
CompTIA Linux+
Course: CTS 1321 Linux Networking and System Administration
Exams: CompTIA Linux+ LXO-101 and LXO-102
Cost: $144 per exam ($288 total)
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
CompTIA Security+
Course: CTSC 2120 Network Security Fundamentals
Online: CompTIA Security+ Certification Training @ http://careertraining.ed2go.com/easternflorida/
CompTIA Security+ Certification Prep 1 & 2 @ http://www.ed2go.com/easternflorida/
Exam: CompTIA Security+ SYO-301 (SYO-401 after 12/31/14)
Cost: $185
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
Recommended: Passed Network+ exam and have 2 years experience/training
Computer Programming & Analysis AS – Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer
Courses: COP 2800 Introduction to Java Programming, COP 2805 Advanced Java Programming
Exam: 1Z0-803
Cost: $245
Location: Barry University, Melbourne
Contact: Elizabeth Francisco, efrancisco@mail.barry.edu, 321-409-5553
Early Childhood Education AS – Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC)
Courses: EEC 1001 Introduction to Early Childhood Education, EEC 1200 Early Childhood Curriculum, EEC 2710 Conflict
Resolution and the Young Child
NOTE: Professor Candelora routes portfolio and certification that student has completed all requirements, including 480
hours of supervision and observation to the Florida Department of Children and Families
Early Childhood Education AS – Director Credential
Course: CHD 1800 Foundations of Child Care Education and Administration
Additional Requirements:
-FCCPC Certification
-At least eight hours of in-service training regarding children with disabilities
Web site for Application: https://training01-dcf.myflorida.com/dcf/cct/dircred.html
Last Updated: October 27, 2014
Engineering Technology AS – Manufacturing Skills Standards Council
Certified Production Technician (MSSC-CPT)
Courses: ETIC 2851 Applied Mechanics, ETIC 1830 Materials and Processes I, ETI 2110 Introduction to Quality Assurance,
ETI 1701 Industrial Safety
Exams: Safety, Quality Practices & Measurement, Manufacturing Processes & Production, Maintenance Awareness
Cost: $40 per exam and a $60 one time registration fee (4 exams required)
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Bruce Hesher @ 321-433-5779; Meer Almeer @ 321-433-5220; Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
If someone already has a MSSC-CPT certification, they may be awarded 16 college credits in: EET 1084 Introduction to
Electronics, ETI 2110 Introduction to Quality Assurance, ETIC 2851 Applied Mechanics, ETI 1701 Industrial Safety, and
ETIC 1830 Materials and Processes I
Interior Design Technology AS – NCIDQ: National Council for Interior Design Qualification
Education: No less than 60 semester hours of interior design coursework that culminates in a certificate, degree or
diploma + 5,280 hours of qualified interior design work experience. This can be completed in about three years if
you work full-time.
Exams: Interior Design Fundamentals Exam (IDFX) - You can apply to take this exam as soon as you have completed your formal interior
design education. Beginning in 2013, you do not have to have completed your work experience before taking this section.
Interior Design Professional Exam (IDPX) - Before you can apply to take the IDPX and the practicum exam, you must complete
all your acceptable work experience.
Interior Design Practicum (PRAC)
Cost: IDFX - $270; IDPX - $320; PRAC - $420 (can be taken separate or together)
Locations: Ft. Lauderdale, Orlando, and Tampa (exact location available after student registration)
Website: http://www.ncidq.org/exam.aspx
Interior Design Technology AS – Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD)
Eastern Florida State College's Interior Design program is certified by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA –
www.nkba.org). Courses in the Kitchen & Bath Specialization college credit certificate prepare students with knowledge
needed to pass the Associate Kitchen & Bath Designer (AKBD) exam.
Courses: Completion of Kitchen and Bath Specialization CCC
Internship: Must complete 160 hours in the kitchen/bath industry
Cost: $359 (must also be a National Kitchen and Bath Association Member)
Website: http://www.nkba.org/learn/professionals/Certification/CertificationRequirements.aspx
Exams:
Paralegal AS – NALA: National Association of Legal Assistants Certification
Category 1- Graduates of a Paralegal program. Can be taken in January, May and September if graduation is no
later than March 15, July 15, or November 15, respectively.
Category 2-Bachelor’s degree in any field plus 1 year of experience as a paralegal
Category 3-High school diploma plus 7 years experience as a legal assistant, plus 20 hours of continuing legal
education completed within a two-year time frame
Cost: $275
Location: Valencia Community College, Orlando
Contact: 407-582-6688
Website: http://www.nala.org/cert-section-forms.aspx
Last Updated: October 27, 2014
Networking Services Technology AS – Cisco CCNA (2 exams)*
Courses: CTSC 1134 Network+, CTSC 1651 Cisco Router Technology, CTSC 2652 Cisco Advanced Router Technology
Exams: CCENT Certification - ICND1 (100-101)*
CCNA Certification – ICND1 (100-101) and ICND2 (200-101)
Cost: $150 per exam or $295 for CCNA Composite (200-120)
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
*Once a candidate passes the first exam (100-101), they earn the CCENT certification.
If someone already has a Cisco CCNA, they may be awarded 12 college credits in: CGS 1000 Introduction to Computers,
CTSC 1134 Network+, CTSC 1651 Cisco Router Technology, CTSC 2652 Cisco Advanced Router Technology
Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology PSAV – NATE*
Courses: different competencies taught throughout program
Cost: $115 per test
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Jeff Patton, 321-433-5191
*Tests are typically not required to work in the industry
Last Updated: October 27, 2014
Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology PSAV – NATE ICE
Courses: different competencies taught throughout the program
Exams: NATEX Industry Competency Exam (ICE) – Commercial Refrigeration
NATEX Industry Competency Exam (ICE) – Light Commercial
NATEX Industry Competency Exam (ICE) – Residential
Cost: $30 per exam
Location: Eastern Florida State College
Contact: Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology PSAV – EPA Refrigerant Certification*
(not Perkins measured)
Courses: different competencies taught throughout program
Cost: $24.95
Location: epatest.com/608
*Certification is required to purchase refrigerants; however, supervisors usually purchase the refrigerants. Even though
an EPA license is not required for entry level positions, most employers would like prospective employees possess one.
Automotive Service Technology PSAV – National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (NIASE)
Automobile/Light Truck Certification Tests (A Series)
Completion of all 8 “A” tests = ASE Certified Master Auto Technician
ASE Test
EFSC Course
A1: Engine Repair  AERC 0199 Engine Repair
A2: Automotive Transmission  AERC 0299 Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles
A3: Manual Drive Train & Axles  AERC 0399 Manual Drive Train
A4: Suspension Steering  AERC 0499 Suspension and Steering Systems
A5: Brakes  AERC 0599 Brake Systems
A6: Electrical & Electronic Systems  AERC 0691 Electrical/Electronic Sys I, AERC 0692 Electrical/Electronic Sys II
A7: Heating and Air Conditioning  AERC 0797 Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
A8: Engine Performance  AERC 0885 Engine Performance I, AERC 0886 Engine Performance II
X1: Undercar Specialist Designation  Different competencies learned throughout the program. Candidate should
complete program before taking test
Cost: $33 each plus $36 registration fee
Location: Prometric Test Center, Maitland, FL
Prometric Satellite Center, Sebastian River High School, Sebastian, FL
Contact: Jerry Lawson, lawsonj@easternflorida.edu
Culinary Arts PSAV – SafeStaff Employee Foodhandler Training (not Perkins measured)
Course: FOS 0208 Sanitation and Safety
Applied Welding Technologies/Welding Technologies PSAV – American Welding Society Certified Welder
A test can be taken on a number of welds, i.e. stainless, aluminum, structural, once the student has appropriate
experience, which normally takes at least 6 months, at an accredited testing center.
Cost: $350
Location: Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Pinellas Technical Education Center in Clearwater, and N.D.T & Inspections, Inc.
in Hollywood, FL.
Website: http://www.aws.org/certification/CW/
Last Updated: October 27, 2014