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Limited & Controlled Access Program Applications

Some of Palm Beach State College’s most in-demand programs require additional applications beyond the general admissions application.  The College has two types of special admissions programs.

Limited Access Programs: The number of students is limited. Additional students will not be admitted after the program reaches capacity. 

Controlled Access Programs: All students are admitted if they meet the program requirements. Additional classes will be added to accommodate additional students.

 

 

General Steps to Apply to a Limited or Controlled Access Programs  

  1. Apply to Palm Beach State College for general admission.   
  2. Create Your Student Account. You will need your student ID number and email login to apply for limited or controlled programs.    
  3. Review all program requirements in the College Catalog for programs that interest you.  
  4. Review deadlines and specific application information in the list below for programs that interest you.  
  5. Apply to programs of interest using our Engage platform. Review this How To Guide.  
  6. Limited Access Program applications require a $20 non-refundable application fee. It is payable online through the PBSC eMarket payment portal by secure transaction using a credit/debit card.  
  7. If you’re not able to complete your entire application in one sitting, you can access it again before you submit it. Return to a previously submitted application.  
  8. Submit. Thank you!  
  9. Review your status. All communications will be sent to your Palm Beach State College email. Applicants are responsible for checking this email account regularly and responding as requested. 

 

Questions?

Limited Access Applications: Email LimitedAccessApps@palmbeachstate.edu 

Controlled Access Applications: Please contact the Department Chair. Contact information can be found in the College Catalog.

 

Health Sciences Programs

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Dental Assisting CCP  

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Limited Access Program Application: Fall 2025 Entry

  • Program admits once a year for the Fall term with an August start.
  • Application Status: Available March 2025

Program Information & Requirements

Note: Starting in Fall 2025, the Dental Assisting program will be taught on the Loxahatchee Groves campus.

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • State Issued Driver's License/Identification card

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard High School diploma or GED.
  • Test of Adult Basic Education or have a qualifying exemption per the College Catalog.

After the minimum eligibility requirements are met, a point system will be used to determine program admission. There is no point minimum, the more points a student earns the more likely they are to be admitted.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 150

Area 1: Coursework
Maximum Points Possible: 70. Completed with a Grade of C or higher by the application deadline date. Lecture and lab must be complete to be awarded points. Coursework is optional for points in application process not required for program admission or certificate completion.

  • BSC2085/ BSC2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 lecture and lab  |  15 points awarded
  • BSC2086/ BSC2086L Anatomy and Physiology 2 lecture and lab  |  25 points awarded
  • VPI 0400 Strategies for College Success or SLS1501 Introduction to College Success (or equivalent)  |  30 points awarded

Area 2: College Education
Maximum Points Possible: 30. Points awarded in one area. College Credit is optional for points in application process not required for program admission or certificate completion.

  • Has the student earned 12 or more credit hours  |  10 points awarded
  • Associate Degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution  |  20 points awarded

Area 3: Testing
Testing is optional for points in application process not required for program admission or certificate completion.

PERT, ACT, or SAT-taken in the last two years. Earned scores in all sections with College level placement in ENC1101 and MAT1033c /MAT1100 or Area III Mathematics placement. | 10 points awarded

Area 4: Palm Beach County Resident
Documentation Required-State of Florida identification card or driver’s license.

Palm Beach County Resident | 10 points awarded

Area 5: United States Veteran
Documentation Required: DD214 showing Honorable or General Discharge (under honorable conditions).

Veteran of United States of America Armed Forces | 10 points awarded

Area 6: Dental Experience
Experience must be verifiable within the last 5 years for a minimum of 6 months. Documentation required. Letter on company letterhead from immediate supervisor or Human Resources, stating dates of experience position held, and duties performed.

Dental Experience | 20 points awarded

 

Dental Hygiene AS

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Limited Access Program Application: Fall 2025 Entry
Program admits once a year for the Fall term with an August start.

Application Status: Available February 2025

Program Information & Requirements

Note: Starting in Fall 2025, the Dental Hygiene program will be taught on the Loxahatchee Groves campus.

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • State Issued Driver's License/Identification card

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application. 

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard High School diploma or GED.
  • Satisfied Developmental Education either by submission of placement test scores or qualifying exemption.
  • Minimum overall cumulative GPA requirement 2.0.
  • Completion of the following natural Science courses with a grade of C or higher by the deadline date:
    • BSC 2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture
    • BSC 2088L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab
    • BSC 2086 Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lecture
    • BSC 2086L Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lab
    • MCB 2010 Microbiology Lecture
    • MCB 2010L Microbiology Lab
    • HUN 1201 Elements of Nutrition
    • CHM (Any transferable college-level Chemistry Lecture)

After the minimum eligibility requirements are met, a point system will be used to determine program admission. There is no point minimum; the more points a student earns, the more likely they are to be admitted. Tie Breaker is student's overall cumulative GPA. 

Applicants who completed a CODA Dental Assisting program and gain admission to the Dental Hygiene program must take a comprehensive knowledge and skills assessment. The assessment is 150-200 questions based on the articulated Dental Assisting foundation courses. It will be used to determine any areas where remediation may be required. In addition to the exam, the Dental Hygiene program requires enrollment in the following courses: 

  • DES1200L Dental Radiology Lab 1 credit
  • DES1800L Introduction to Clinical Procedures Lab 1 credit 

 

Dental Experience Qualification: 

  1. Applicant must have completed a CODA Dental Assisting program within the last three (3) years.
  2. Employment must be within the last three (3) years for a minimum of 1 year with a Dental practice.

 

Documentation required:

  • Transcript reflecting completion of CODA Dental Assisting program
  • Letter on dental practice/company letterhead
    • Signed by the immediate Supervisor or Human Resources designee
    • With dates of employment
    • Position held,
    • Duties performed that reflect direct, hands-on patient care

Recommendation letters will not be accepted.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 350

Area 1: Pre-Requisite Course Grades
Applicants are awarded points for the grade earned in the Lecture course. Plus, and minus are not used.  A=40, B=30, C=20
Maximum Points Possible: 200.

  • BSC 2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture
  • MCB 2010 Microbiology Lecture
  • BSC 2086 Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lecture
  • HUN 1201 Elements of Nutrition
  • CHM (Any transferable college-level Chemistry Lecture.) If multiple chemistry courses are available, the course with the highest grade will be used.

Area 2: Coursework
Maximum Points Possible: 60

  • Mathematics General Education Area III (MGF, MAC or STA prefix)  |  10 points awarded
  • Humanities General Education Area II Tier 1 ARH1000, MUL1010, THE1000, LIT1000, PHI1010  |  10 points awarded
  • ENC1101 College Composition 1  |  10 points awarded
  • AMH2020 United States History after 1865 or POS1041 Introduction to American Government  |  10 points awarded
  • SYG2000 Introduction to Sociology  |  10 points awarded
  • PSY2012 General Psychology  |  10 points awarded

Area 3:  College Education
Associate Degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution | 15 points awarded

Area 4: Grade Point Average
First two digits of undergraduate overall cumulative GPA (no rounding) | 20 - 40 points awarded

Area 5: Palm Beach County Resident
Documentation required - State of Florida identification card or driver’s license.
Palm Beach County Resident | 10 points awarded

Area 6: Dental Experience
Documentation required.
Completion of Dental Assisting program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) within the last three (3) years AND a minimum of 1 year experience in a dental office with direct, hands-on patient care. | 15 points awarded

Area 7: United States Veteran
Documentation required: DD214 showing Honorable or General Discharge (under honorable conditions).

Veteran of United States of America Armed Forces | 10 points awarded

 

Diagnostic Medical Sonography AS

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Limited Access Program Application: Spring 2025 Entry

Application Status: Closed

Application Deadline: October 7, 2024

Program Information & Requirements

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • State Issued Driver's License/Identification card

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Overall Cumulative GPA = 2.5 or higher
  • Completion of the following pre-requisites by the deadline date with a grade or ‘C’ or higher by the deadline date
    • ENC1101 college Composition 1 
    • MAC1105 or higher-level course prefixed MAC Mathematics Area 3 
    • BSC2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture
    • BSC2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab
    • A College-level Physics (PHY) course - PHY1020 preferred.

All transcripts and course re-evaluation appeals must be submitted a minimum of two (2) weeks prior to the deadline.

Students do not need to request Palm Beach State College transcripts.

Please speak with an Academic Advisor regarding courses and program requirements. 

After the minimum eligibility requirements are met, a point system will be used to determine program admission.  There is no point minimum; the more points a student earns, the more likely they are to be admitted to the program. In the event of a tie the students overall cumulative GPA will be used as the tie breaker.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 135

Area 1: Coursework 
Maximum Points Possible: 45

  • Humanities General Education Area II  |  10 points awarded
    Tier 1: ARH1000, LIT1000, MUL1010, THE1000 or PHI1010  |  10 points awarded
  • BSC2086/BSC2086L Anatomy and Physiology 2 lecture and lab  |  10 points awarded
  • MCB2010/MCB2010L Microbiology lecture and lab  |  10 points awarded
  • AMH2020 US History after 1865 or POS1041 Introduction to American Government  |  10 points awarded
  • HSC2531 Medical Terminology  |  5 points awarded

Area 2: College Education 
Maximum Points Possible: 20

  • Associate Degree or higher from a Regionally Accredited Institution  |  10 points awarded
  • Palm Beach State Allied Health Program Completer (Leads to Licensure with patient care)  |  10 points awarded

Area 3: Overall Cumulative Grade Point Average
Maximum Points Possible: 40

1st two digits of overall undergraduate cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (no rounding)
Based on a minimum of 12 college credits earned. | 25 - 40 points

Area 4: Previous PBSC Diagnostic Sonography Applicant
Previous Applicant to Diagnostic Sonography program. Applicant must have met all minimum requirements for program entry. | 5 points

Area 5: Palm Beach State College Sonography Lab Volunteer
Sonography Lab Volunteer. (Requires submission of Volunteer Verification) | 5 points

Area 6: Healthcare Experience
Maximum Points Possible: 20  (Points awarded in one category)

  • Registered Radiologic Technologist or Sonographer  |  20 point awarded
  • One year of direct hands-on Patient Care experience with Allied Health License/Certification  |  15 points awarded
  • One year of direct hands-on Patient Care experience  |  10 points awarded

 

Applicants using an Allied Healthcare State License with one year of documented experience are required to submit a verification letter. This letter will be uploaded into the application. 

Recommendation letters and job descriptions will not be accepted. 

This letter must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be on company letterhead
  • Must be signed from immediate supervisor or Human Resource designee
  • Must include dates of employment or service
  • Must outline specific patient care experience duties as related to the selection criteria

 

You will be required to consent to verification of healthcare experience and provide the following information:

  • Location of Experience
  • Name of Supervisor
  • Contact information

 

Health Information Programs

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Controlled Access Program Application
Application is for the following programs: Health Information Technology A.S., Health Services Management A.S., Health Informatics Specialist CCC & Medical Information Coder/Biller CCC

Program Begins: At start of every semester - Fall, Spring and Summer

Application Status: Continuously Open

Application Deadline: Last Day of Add/Drop Per Semester  |  View Academic Calendar for Dates   

AS Program Information & Requirements

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What You Will Need To Apply

Program Declaration
You are responsible for declaring at least one of the following programs prior to submission of the Controlled Access Application  (Program Agreement):

  • Health Services management (HSM) A.S. (2530)
  • Health Information Technology (HIT) A.S. (2529) (includes MICB CCC and HIS CCC)
  • Medical Information Coder/Biller (MICB) CCC (6528)
  • Health Informatics Specialist (HIS) CCC (6531)

 

Documents
Every student must complete the following documents and upload copies of them to the Controlled Access Application (Program Agreement):

  • Acknowledgment of Receipt of the Student guide for Health Information programs
  • Program Professional Ethics Agreement
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Disciplinary Process Acknowledgment

 

Information Sessions

Every student must complete at least one of the following information sessions. Remember to copy the screen showing your completed quiz score and save the screenshot into a Word document. The document will be submitted as an assignment during your HIM1000C course.

 

ELO1000 Canvas Orientation

Every student must complete the ELO1000 Canvas Orientation course and upload a copy of your Certificate of Completion to the Controlled Access Application (Program Agreement). This free course offered online will provide you with a guide on how to use of our learning management system (LMS). All HIM courses use the LMS, so it is important the you are prepared to work within the system.

 

Application Tips

  • Check the Academic Calendar for term and session start dates and give yourself enough time to apply.
  • Once you apply, activate your Palm Beach State Email. All communications, including admissions status, will be sent to your Palm Beach State email.
  • You must have all general college admission criteria completed in order to be considered for approval for enrollment. This includes submission of High School transcripts or the equivalent.
  • It is highly recommended that you complete all the General Education for your selected program before entering the core courses of your program. If you do not complete the General Education this can limit your options for core courses because many of the General Education courses are prerequisites to the core courses. Please contact the program department chair for educational planning of core courses.
  • You will complete the program agreements requirements in your HIM1000C Introduction to Health Information Management course).
  • In order to enroll in core curriculum classes (HIM1282C, HIM1210C, HIM1012C, HIM2510C, and HIM2652C), you must first complete the Program Agreement for the program department chair. This process allows the program to validate student progression and track students in these courses and more advanced courses for program accreditation requirements.
  • Any student meeting minimum program application requirements is encouraged to apply. However, all students must meet all the minimum requirements. Additionally it is prudent to complete all general education requirements before beginning Health Information programs to ensure your success on certification examination.
  • It is highly recommended that part-time students seeking the Health Information Technology A.S. degree complete the Medical Information Coder/Biller CCC program first, before applying to the A.S. degree program.
  • After Acceptance - You receive notification of approval for enrollment if you meet the requirements. You will then be able to enroll as you would for any other course.
  • Please email the program Department Chair for more information or a copy of the current Program Agreement.

 

Massage Therapy CCP

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Program Begins Every Spring 

Program Information & Requirements

This program is tentatively scheduled to become a controlled access program and an application is no longer required.  


Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard High School diploma or GED.
  • Test of Adult Basic Education or have a qualifying exemption per the College Catalog.

 

Steps for Program Admission

1. Apply to Palm Beach State College if not already a student.  Please apply as a non-degree seeking student. 

2. Attend a Massage Therapy information session.  

3. Take the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) if required.   You can speak with an Academic Advisor regarding this requirement. 

4.  Apply for financial aid.  

5. Contact Massage Therapy Program Director, Kelly Morgan, at morgank@palmbeachstate.edu.  Please be sure to include your student ID number.

Before program admission is finalized students will be required to undergo a drug screening, background check and complete a health screening at their own expense. This requirement must be satisfied in order to register for Massage Therapy program courses.

 

Medical Assisting Advanced AS & CCC

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Controlled Access Program Application

Program Begins: Fall & Spring

Application Status: Closed

Application Deadlines:  Spring Term:  December 1  |  Fall Term:  August 1

Program Information & Requirements

 

Steps To Apply

Steps 1 - 7

1. Apply to Palm Beach State College if not already a student.

2. View the Medical Assisting Program Information Session.

3. Take the Post Education Readiness Test (PERT) if needed.

4. Contact Financial Aid.

5. Find out more about tuition and fees.

6. Contact Medical Assisting Program Director, Penny Knight, at mintsp@palmbeachstate.edu. Send your student ID# and the pathway you have chosen:

a. Medical Assisting Specialist CCC (44 credit hours) Program #6313

b. Medical Assisting Advanced (65 credit hours) Program #2314.

7. Declare your Program Objective in Workday

If you meet all the college admission requirements, you will be contacted (via your college email) with your individualized course sequence to assist you with your course selections for the upcoming semester.

Steps 8 - 10
Steps 8 - 10 are completed during your MEA1007, Introduction to Medical Assisting course. You are financially responsible for steps 8 & 9. If requirements are not met student cannot continue in the Program.

8. Undergo a drug screen and background check (form and details provided during MEA1007, must be submitted by last day of semester).

9. Complete health screenings (form and details provided during MEA1007, must be submitted by last day of semester).

10. Complete and submit a program-specific forms packet (forms provided during MEA1007 and due by first week of semester).

*If you chose to not continue in the Medical Assisting Program, earned credit from MEA1007 does not transfer to any other AS Program.


Tips

  • Check the Academic Calendar for term and session start dates and give yourself enough time to apply.
  • Once you apply, activate your Palm Beach State email. All communications, including admissions status, will be sent to your Palm Beach State email.
  • You must have all general college admission criteria completed in order to be considered for approval for enrollment. This includes submission of High School transcripts or the equivalent.
  • To ensure your success, it is highly recommended that you complete all required developmental education and Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab prior to starting Medical Assisting core classes. 

 

Medical Imaging - ATC

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Controlled Access Program Application for Computed Tomography ATC & Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) ATC

Program Begins: At start of every semester - Fall, Spring and Summer

Application Status: Open

Application Deadline: Spring Term:  November 1, 2023  |  Fall Term:  July 15, 2024

Program Information & Requirements


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What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting the application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application fee
  • Course information
  • Information Session information
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) information
  • Florida Department of Health (DOH) license in Radiography information

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard High School diploma or GED.
  • Satisfied Developmental Education either by submission of placement test scores or qualifying exemption.
  • Minimum overall cumulative GPA requirement 2.0.
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification or Florida Department of Health-Licensure or 
    Eligibility to obtain license or certification 
  • Completion of the following courses with a grade of C or higher by the deadline date.
    • BSC 2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture
    • BSC 2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab

 

Medical Imaging - Bachelors

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Controlled Access Program Application
Application is for the following programs: Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging
(Interventional Radiology, Mammography, Adult Echocardiography)

Program Begins: At start of every semester - Fall, Spring and Summer

Application Status: Continuously Open

Application Deadline:  Spring Term: November 1  |  Fall Term: July 1

Program Information & Requirements

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What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all the necessary information available before starting the application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application fee
  • Course information
  • Information Session information
  • Florida Department of Health (DOH) license in Radiography information Current State of Florida Department of Health Occupational License (DOH)
  • Radiologic Technologist (RT) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) from the American Registry of Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) 
  • Radiation Therapist (RTT) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
  • Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at the time of application for them to be properly evaluated and approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants who are currently enrolled in courses should not apply until grades have been posted to their PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard High School diploma or GED.
  • Satisfied Developmental Education either by submission of placement test scores or qualifying exemption.
  • The minimum overall cumulative GPA requirement is 2.5.
  • General Education requirements are satisfied.
  • Eligibility to obtain a license or appropriate certification.

If the applicant has NOT satisfied the Florida Civic Literacy Exam requirement, the program requests that the exam be attempted before the application deadline as a part of the program admissions process.

 

Please use the chart below to determine eligibility for your program concentration.

Eligibility Chart
  Leadership Computed Tomography Magnetic Resonance Interventional Radiology Mammography Adult Echocardiography
ARRT X X X X X X (1 year clinical)
ARDMS X   X   X X
NMTCB X X X     X (1 year clinical)
RAD THERAPY X   X     X (1 year clinical)

 

Nursing (Registered) AS

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Limited Access Program Application: Spring 2025 Entry

The Registered Nurse program admits twice a year.

  • Fall Term - August start for the full-time Lake Worth day program only.
  • Spring Term - January start
    • Belle Glade full-time day program
    • Lake Worth full-time day program
    • Lake Worth evening/weekend (part-time) program

Application Status: Closed

Application Deadline: September 16, 2024

Program Information & Requirements

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all the necessary information available before starting the application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application fee
  • Course information
  • HESI Testing Information

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at the time of application for them to be properly evaluated and approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants who are currently enrolled in courses should not apply until grades have been posted to their PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Completed or Satisfied Developmental Education Overall Cumulative GPA - 2.5 or higher

Overall Cumulative Score on the HESI - 80 or higher HESI Math section - 80 or higher

Completion of the following courses with a grade of “C” or higher by the application deadline date:

  • CHM1032 Principles of Chemistry
    • Accepted substitute for CHM1032 is CHM1045/CHM1045 General Chemistry 1 lecture and lab and CHM1046/CHM1046L General Chemistry 2 lecture and lab
  • DEP2004 Human Growth and Development (Developmental Psychology)
  • BSC2085/BSC2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 lecture and lab
    • Applicants that completed Human Anatomy lecture and lab and Human Physiology lecture and lab as separate courses needed to submit a course re-evaluation appeal requesting that the course be used as a substitute for BSC2085/BSC2085L and BSC2086/BSC2086L.

Courses with a lecture and lab component require both to be passed with a “C” or higher for application consideration.

The following courses must be passed within the last 10 years: CHM1032, BSC2085/BSC2085L, BSC2086/BSC2086L and MCB2010/MCB2010L

  • Completion of BSC2086/BSC2086L with a “C” or higher within the last 10 years waives requirement for BSC2085/BSC2085L to be repeated. Please speak with an Academic Advisor regarding this requirement.

If applicant has NOT satisfied the Florida Civic Literacy Exam requirement, the program requests that the exam be attempted before the application deadline as a part of the program admissions process.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

 

Note: Area 1 Education will change effective for the Fall 2025 admission cycle.  Points will be as follows: 30 or more college credits 20 points; PBSC Allied Health, EMT or Paramedic Program completed 25 points; AA/AS degree completed at a regionally accredited institution not PBSC 30 points; PBSC AA/AS degree 35 points; Bachelor’s degree 40 points.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 310

Area 1: Education Type

  • 29 or less college credits  |  10 points awarded
  • 30 or more college credits  |  20 points awarded
  • PBSC Allied Health, EMT or Paramedic Program completed  |  30 points awarded
  • Bachelor's degree  |  40 points awarded
  • Master's degree or higher  |  50 points awarded

Area 2: Program Co-requisites
Maximum Points Possible: 100
Completion of the following courses with a grade of “C” or higher by the application deadline date.

  • BSC2086/BSC2086L Anatomy and Physiology 2 lecture and lab  |  30 points awarded
  • MCB2010/MCB2010L Microbiology lecture and lab  |  30 points awarded
  • ENC1101 College Composition 1  |  10 points awarded
  • AMH2020 US History from 1865 or POS1041 Introduction to American Government  |  10 points awarded
  • Humanities: 3 credits General Education Area 2 - Tier 1
    (Fine Arts appreciation-ARH1000, MUL1010, THE1000, PHI1010, or LIT1000) Approved transfer course  |  10 points awarded
  • STA2023 Statistics  |  10 points awarded

Area 3: Nursing Course work
Completion of the following course with a grade of “C” or higher by the application deadline date. Course solely used for points in application process. It is non-transferable and not required for program admission or completion.

NUR1024 Critical Thinking Nursing | 10 points awarded

Area 4: HESI EXAM
First two digits of Overall Cumulative score (no rounding) | 80 - 100 points awarded

Area 5: Overall Cumulative GPA
Points awarded based on first two digits (no rounding) | 25 - 40 points awarded

Area 6: Veteran of the United States Military
Documentation required: DD214 showing honorable discharge or General Discharge (under honorable conditions). | 10 points awarded

 

Nursing (RN to BSN)

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Controlled Access Program Application
Program Begins: At start of every semester - Fall, Spring and Summer

Application Status: Continuously Open

Application Deadline:  Spring Term: November 1  |  Summer Term: April 1  |  Fall Term: July 1

Program Information & Requirements

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What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

Palm Beach State has transitioned to a new software system.  If you have not taken courses in the last 12 months or it has been 12 months since you previously submitted an application to the College, please re-apply for admission to ensure your record is active.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • State of Florida Occupational license-Active and Unrestricted
  • Approval letter - Current PBSC Nursing students

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at the time of application for them to be properly evaluated and approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants who are currently enrolled in courses should not apply until grades have been posted to their PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard high school diploma or GED
  • Students must have an overall cumulative G.P.A. of 2.50 or higher in all undergraduate credit coursework to qualify for the RN Program. Graduate level coursework will not be considered.
  • Students must have an ACTIVE, UNRESTRICTED and SIGNED Registered Nurse (RN) Occupational License or Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
  • Applicants must have completed their Nursing education (AS/AAS) at a United States of America Department of Education approved institution. Schools must be found in this DAPIP Database of Accredited Post-secondary Institutions.
  • Please use this link to verify your institution's accreditation: https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home
  • Or be currently enrolled in Palm Beach State College Associate in Science program.
  • Completed program pre-requisite and all required general education courses.
  • If applicant has NOT satisfied the Florida Civic Literacy Exam requirement, the program requests that the exam be attempted before the application deadline as a part of the program admissions process.

 

Ophthalmic Medical Technology (OMT) AS

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Limited Access Program Application: Fall 2024 Entry

Program admits once a year for Fall entry.

Application Status: Closed

Application Deadline: August 1, 2024

Program Information & Requirements

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admission requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • Healthcare Experience Verification letter (if applicable)
  • Information Session Attendance information

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard High School diploma or GED
  • Satisfied Developmental Education either by submission of placement test scores or qualifying exemption. 
  • Minimum overall cumulative GPA requirement 2.0
  • Completion of the following natural Science courses with a grade of C or higher by the deadline date:
    • BSC2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture
    • BSC2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab
    • BSC2086 Anatomy and Physiology 2 lecture
    • BSC2086L Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lab
    • MCB2010 Microbiology Lecture
    • MCB2010L Microbiology Lab
    • Open house/Information Session Attendance

A point system will be used to determine program admission after the minimum eligibility requirements are met.  There is no point minimum, the more points a student earns, the more likely they are to be admitted. In the event of a tie, the student's overall cumulative GPA will be the deciding factor.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 120

Area 1: Coursework
Maximum Points Possible: 50 

  • Mathematics General Education Area III (MAC1105, MAC1114, MAC1140, MAC1147)  |  10 points awarded
  • Humanities General Education Area II Tier 1 (ARH1000, MUL1010, THE1000, PHI1010, LIT1000 or approved transfer credit).  | 10 points awarded
  • ENC1101 College Composition 1  | 10 points awarded
  • PSY2012 Introduction to Psychology  | 10 points awarded
  • AMH2020 United States History from 1865 or POS1041 Introduction to American Government  | 10 points awarded

Area 2: College Education
Associate Degree or higher | 10 points awarded

Area 3: Overall Cumulative Grade Point Average
1st two digits of overall undergraduate cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (no rounding) | 20-40 points awarded

Area 4: Healthcare Experience 
Submit copy of verification letter | 10 points awarded

Area 5: United States Veteran
Veteran of United States of America Armed Forces. Documentation Required: DD214 showing Honorable or General Discharge (under honorable conditions) | 10 points awarded

 

Healthcare Experience

Healthcare experience, volunteer or paid, must be within the last 3 years for a minimum of 3 consecutive months. 

Applicants claiming healthcare experience will be required to submit a verification letter.

This letter will be uploaded into the application. 

Recommendation letters and job descriptions will not be accepted. 

This letter must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be on company letterhead
  • Must be signed from immediate supervisor or Human Resource designee
  • Must include dates of employment or service
  • Must outline specific patient care experience duties as related to the selection criteria

 

You will be required to consent to verification of healthcare experience and provide the following information:

  • Location of Experience
  • Name of Supervisor
  • Contact information

 

Patient Care Assistant CCP

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Program Begins: At start of every semester - Fall, Spring and Summer

Application Status: Continuously Open

Application Deadline:  Spring Term:  November 1  |  Summer Term: April 1  |  Fall Term: July 1

Program Information & Requirements

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What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Electronic Information Session Quiz Results
  • DD214 if claiming Veteran Status

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Selection Notification

Applicants are selected based on a lottery system.

Submission of this application for consideration does not guarantee acceptance.

Students will receive a selection notification of either acceptance or denial.

If additional seats become available, a declined student may be contacted to fill the vacancy.

If applicant is selected and does not complete the registration process, the applicant must reapply and is not guaranteed acceptance in any subsequent selection process.

 

Practical Nursing (LPN) CCP

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Limited Access Program Application - Spring 2025 Entry

The Practical Nursing (LPN) program admits once a year for a Spring January start.

Application Status: Closed

Application Deadline: October 15, 2024

Program Information & Requirements

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • HESI Testing Information
  • Electronic information Session

 


* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard high school diploma or GED
  • TABE exam or meet exemption criteria (Please speak with an Academic Advisor regarding exemption)
  • Overall cumulative score on the HESI of 75 or higher
  • Math portion score of 75 or higher on the HESI
  • In the event of a tie, the highest HESI CUMULATIVE SCORE is utilized for candidate selection.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 190

Area 1: Education Type

  • 29 or less college credits  |  10 points awarded
  • 30 or more college credits  |  20 points awarded
  • Bachelor's degree  |  30 points awarded
  • Master's degree or higher  |  40 points awarded

Area 2: HESI EXAM
Maximum Points Possible: 100

First two digits of Overall Cumulative score (no rounding) | 75 - 100 points awarded
Examples:
75.69 CS = 75 points
88.01 CS = 88 points
94.99 CS = 94 points

Area 3: Program Completers
Completion of a Health Occupation program from a regionally accredited school.
Provide official transcript showing completion of a Health Occupation program with minimum of 150 clock hours
– OR –
Submit proof of current health occupation license issued by the state of Florida | 20 points awarded

Area 4: Strategies for Program Success (VPI0400)
Complete VPI0400 seminar with an (S) Satisfactory to receive credit.
(Students may also use SLS1501 Introduction to the College Experience, with a grade of “C” or higher, as a course substitute for VPI0400.) | 20 points awarded

Area 5: Veteran of the United States Military
Documentation required: DD214 showing honorable discharge or honorable conditions. | 10 points possible

 

Radiography AS

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Limited Access Program Application - Spring 2025 Entry

Application Status: Closed

Application Deadline: October 1, 2024

Program Information & Requirements

 

What You Will Need To Apply

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • Information Session Information

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items. It is strongly recommended that you have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • A cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
  • Attend a mandatory Radiography open house information session.
  • Complete program prerequisite courses BSC2085/BSC2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture and lab with a grade of ‘C’ or higher
  • Official Transcripts from High School, College and University (if applicable)
  • If applicant has NOT satisfied the Florida Civic Literacy Exam requirement, the program requests that the exam be attempted before the application deadline as a part of the program admissions process. 

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 145

Area 1: Educational Credentials
Associate degree or higher earned at a regionally accredited institution. | 5 points awarded

Area 2: General Education Coursework Completion
Points are awarded for the completion of the 7 General Education degree requirements listed below. Courses need to be completed with a grade of ‘C’ or higher on or before the deadline date. 
Maximum Points Possible: 20

  1. ENC1101 College Composition 1
  2. Humanities- Area 2 Tier 1 General Education course
  3.  ARH1000, MUL1010, THE1000, PHI1010 or LIT1000 or approved transfer credit
  4.  MAC1105 College Algebra
  5.  AMH2020 United States History after 1865 or POS1041 Introduction to American Government
  6.  BSC2086/BSC2086L Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lecture/lab
  7.  MCB2010/MCB2010L Microbiology lecture and lab

Area 3: Grades earned in Mathematics and Science courses

Applicants are awarded points for the grade earned in the lecture course only. 
A=15, B=10, C=5  (Plus, and minus are not used.) 

  • BSC 2085: Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture 
  • BSC 2086: Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lecture
  • MCB 2010: Microbiology Lecture
  • MAC1105: College Algebra

5 - 60 points awarded

Area 4: Overall Cumulative Grade Point Average 
Based on overall cumulative GPA of all undergraduate work attempted | 20 - 40 points awarded

Area 5: Previous Application
Previous Radiography application submission-Based on Workday student record review | 5 points awarded

Area 6: Experience

  • Health Care Experience: Experience needs to be within the last 5 years and lasted at least 1 year/12 months.  Requires submission of employment verification Letter. The letter must be on company letterhead from the immediate supervisor, outlining specific experience time frame (dates) of experience and position held as related to the selection criteria.  |  10 points awarded
  • Veteran’s Experience: Requires submission of DD214 for verification with Honorable discharge.  |  5 points awarded

 

Respiratory Care AS

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Limited Access Program Application - Fall 2025 Entry

Program admits once a year for the Fall term with an August start.

Application Status: Available February 2025

Program Information & Requirements

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • Healthcare Experience Verification letter (if applicable)
  • Information Session Attendance information

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application. 

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Complete all admission requirements for Palm Beach State College
  • Standard High School diploma or GED
  • Satisfied Developmental Education either by submission of placement test scores or qualifying exemption.
  • Minimum overall cumulative GPA requirement 2.6
  • Completion of the following courses with a grade of C or higher by the deadline date
    • BSC 2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture
    • BSC 2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab
    • MAC1105 College Algebra or higher MAC Prefix course

After the minimum eligibility requirements are met, a point system will be used to determine program admission. There is no point minimum; the more points a student earns, the more likely they are to be admitted. Tie Breaker student overall cumulative GPA (three digits).

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 190

Area 1: Coursework
Maximum Points Possible: 120

  • ENC1101 College Composition I  |  10 points awarded
  • Humanities General Education Area II Fine Arts Appreciation, Literature or PHI1010  |  10 points awarded
  • AMH2020 US History after 1865 or POS1041 Introduction to American Government  |  10 points awarded
  • PSY20212 Introduction to Psychology or SYG2000 Introduction to Sociology  |  10 points awarded
  • BSC2086 Anatomy and Physiology lecture  |  20 points awarded
  • BSC2086L Anatomy and Physiology lecture lab  |  10 points awarded
  • College level Chemistry-CHM1032, CHM1045, CHM2210  |  10 points awarded
  • MCB2010 Microbiology lecture  |  30 points awarded
  • MCB2010L Microbiology lab  |  10 points awarded

Area 2: College Education
Associate Degree or higher | 10 points awarded

Area 3: Overall Cumulative Grade Point Average
1st two digits of overall undergraduate cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (no rounding).
Based on a minimum of 12 college credits earned. | 25 - 40 points awarded

Area 4: Previous Palm Beach State College student
Must have been enrolled in one or more semester(s) prior to application deadline. | 10 points awarded

Area 5: Healthcare Experience
Submit copy of verification letter | 10 points awarded

 

Healthcare Experience

Healthcare experience must be within the last 5 years for a minimum of 1 year.

Applicants claiming healthcare experience will be required to submit a verification letter. This letter will be uploaded into the application.

Recommendation letters and job descriptions will not be accepted.

This letter must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be on company letterhead
  • Must be signed from immediate supervisor or Human Resource designee
  • Must include dates of employment or service
  • Must outline specific patient care experience duties as related to the selection criteria

 

You will be required to consent to verification of healthcare experience and provide the following information:

  • Location of Experience
  • Name of Supervisor
  • Contact information

 

Surgical Services AS

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Limited Access Program Application - Fall 2025 Entry

The Surgical Services program admits once a year for Fall term - August start.

Application Status: Available March 2025

Program Information & Requirements

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admission requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • Healthcare Experience Verification letter (if applicable)
  • Information Session Attendance information

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Standard High School diploma or GED
  • Satisfied Developmental Education either by submission of placement test scores or qualifying exemption.
  • Minimum overall cumulative GPA requirement 2.5
  • Completion of the following courses with a grade of C or higher by the deadline date:
    • BSC 2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture
    • BSC 2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab
    • BSC 2086 Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lecture
    • BSC2086L Anatomy and Physiology 2 lab
    • HSC2531 Medical Terminology 

If applicant has NOT satisfied the Florida Civic Literacy Exam requirement, the program requests that the exam be attempted before the application deadline as a part of the program admissions process.

A point system will be used to determine program admission after the minimum eligibility requirements are met.  There is no point minimum, the more points a student earns, the more likely they are to be admitted. In the event of a tie, the student's overall cumulative GPA will be the deciding factor.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 200

Area 1: College Education
Maximum Points Possible: 30

  • 30 or more credits  |  10 points awarded
  • Associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution  |  20 points awarded
  • Palm Beach State College Degree (AA/AS/BAS/BS)  |  30 points awarded

Area 2: General Education Coursework Completion
Points are awarded for the completion of all General Education degree requirements listed below.  Courses need to be completed with a grade of ‘C’ or higher on or before the deadline.

  • ENC1101 College Composition 1SPC1017 Fundamentals of Speech Communication
  • Humanities General Education Area II Tier 1
    (ARH1000, MUL1010, THE1000, PHI1010 or LIT1000) 
  • Mathematics - General Education Area III Tier 1 
    (MAC1105, MGF1106, MGF1107, STA2023) 
  • AMH2020 US History after 1865 or POS1041 Introduction to American Government
  • MCB2010/MCB2010L Microbiology lecture and lab

20 points awarded

Area 3: Quality Points for Pre-requites and Science courses.
Applicants are awarded points for the grade earned in the lecture course. 
Plus and minus are not used.  A=20, B=15, C=10

Courses:

  • BSC 2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lecture
  • BSC 2086 Anatomy and Physiology 2 Lecture
  • MCB 2010 Microbiology Lecture
  • HSC2531 Medical Terminology
  • Area III Mathematics course

100 points awarded

Area 4: Overall Cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
1st two digits of overall undergraduate cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (no rounding). Based on a minimum of 12 college credits earned.  |  25 - 40 points awarded

 

Healthcare Experience

Healthcare experience must be within the last 5 years for a minimum of 6 months. 

Healthcare experience point is awarded for direct operating room experience. Technician does not have to be certified or hold a diploma from an accredited institution. Points are awarded for the following titles: 

  • Operating Room Technician 
  • Orthopedic Technician 
  • Anesthesia Technician
  • Operating Room Orderly

Applicants claiming healthcare experience will be required to submit a verification letter. This letter will be uploaded into the application.

Recommendation letters and job descriptions will not be accepted. 

This letter must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be on company letterhead
  • Must be signed from immediate supervisor or Human Resource designee
  • Must include dates of employment or service
  • Must outline specific patient care and operating room experience duties as related to the selection criteria

You will be required to consent to verification of healthcare experience and provide the following information:

  • Location of Experience
  • Name of Supervisor
  • Contact information 

 

 

Public Safety Programs

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Criminal Justice

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Controlled Access Program Application

The Criminal Justice application link is emailed to you after you've successfully passed the basic abilities test which is sometimes referred to as BAT or CJBAT and the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).

 

What You Will Need To Apply

At the end of this application you will be required to upload the following documents. Please have them ready to load before you start this application.

  1. Birth Certificate
  2. Drivers License
  3. Your COMPLETE FLORIDA driving record from one of the County Clerk Courts or DMV office.
  4. Complete driving record from any other state you have been issued a driver’s license.
  5. Social Security Card
  6. Official High School Transcripts or GED (Official Transcripts MUST be sent directly to the Selection Center, MS #7.5.)
  7. DD214 if you served in the Military
  8. A copy of naturalization certificate or passport if you were not born in the United States.
  9. Any certificates or awards you may have received which would have a bearing on your selection.
  10. An autobiography of approximately 500 words.
  11. If you have ever been arrested as an adult or juvenile, you must include a copy of the police report and disposition

 

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) CCC

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Limited Access Program Application - Spring 2025 Entry

The Emergency Medical Technician program admits 3 times a year

  • Fall Term - August start (Day and Night program.) The application will be available in April.
  • Spring Term - January start (Day and Night program.) The application will be available in August.
  • Summer term - May start (Day program only.) The application will be available in February.

Application Status: Closed

Application Deadline:  October 10, 2024

Program Information & Requirements

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State College Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • NFSI Testing Information
  • DD214 if claiming Veteran Status

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • National Firefighter Selection Inventory Test (NFSI) with a score of 75 or higher
  • In Academic Good Standing
  • Official Transcripts from High School, College and University (if applicable)
  • American Heart Association BLS CPR Certification

After minimum eligibility requirements are met a point system is used to determine selection for program admission.

 

Program Orientation

Program applicants that are conditionally accepted or selected as an alternate are required to attend a mandatory program orientation. Any applicant who is conditionally accepted or is an alternate who does not attend will forfeit selection to the program.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

The following changes will be implemented for the Fall 2025 admission cycle: The score for the NFSI will change from 75% to a minimum of 80% for the Fall 2025 admission cycle.

 

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 225

Area 1: National Firefighter Selection Inventory Exam (NFSI) 
I/O Solutions NFSI Test Score (75% to 100%)  |  75 - 100 points awarded

Area 2: Education or Coursework

Education points will be awarded for a degree or coursework. Courses must be passed with a grade of “C” or higher. Degree must be conferred by deadline date.

  • Degree: Associates degree or higher from a regionally accredited Institution  |  100 points awarded
  • Course:
    • SLS1501 Intro to the College Experience* or direct equivalent - (* Course not required for Emergency Medical Services degree.)  |  10 points awarded
    • Placement Testing (ACT/PERT/SAT) - Taken within 2 years of application deadline, with placement in all areas to college level courses. (Note: Points awarded for placement testing only if points are not awarded for degree conferral or Emergency Medical Services Associates Degree courses.) |  10 points awarded
    • BSC2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 lecture  |  15 points awarded
    • BSC2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab  |  5 points awarded
    • Mathematics Area 3, Tier 1 course (MAC, MGF, STA prefix)  |  20 points awarded
    • ENC1101 College Composition 1  |  20 points awarded
    • POS1041 Introduction to American Government or AMH2020 United States History from 1865 to Present  |  10 points awarded
    • Humanities Area 2, Tier 1 ARH1000, MUL1010, THE1000, PHI1010 or LIT1000 course must be 3 credits  |  10 points awarded
    • Any one EMS degree elective Preferred courses HSC2531, CGS1100 any FFP Fire course  | 10 points awarded

Area 3:  U.S. Military Service and Program Affiliation
U.S. Military Service and Program Affiliation  |  25 points awarded

 

Automatic Entry Eligibility

Applicants listed below are eligible for automatic entry consideration once they have met the minimum requirements for program admission.  Automatic program entry eligibility is a privilege based on program capacity and is not a guarantee of final admission. A limited amount of seats are allocated per semester (7-10) for students eligible for automatic entry. Applicants will be awarded points in the application process and ranked for entry based on the number of points earned.  If the program reaches capacity for the number of students it can automatically admit, students will be considered for admission based on the number of points earned.

1. Veterans of the United States of America Military with honorable discharge or general discharge with decent conditions qualify for automatic entry.  Required to submit DD-214.

2. Any Cadet, Explorer, Volunteer, or Junior Firefighter at a Fire Rescue Agency within Palm Beach County or Palm Beach County School District Fire Science Choice program

  • Active member with at least four months as a member or enrolled for at least 2 semesters.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 as reflected on your High School transcript.
  • Submit a letter of support/recommendation from a Chief level representative/or appropriate choice program representative.
  • Choice program completion eligible within one year of High School graduation.

 

SUMMER EMT-B PROGRAM ONLY:
3. Palm Beach County School District High School Medical Sciences/Academy choice program 

  • Only eligible for placement into Summer EMT-B immediately following high school graduation.
  • Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 
  • Submit a letter of support/recommendation from the appropriate choice program representative.

 

Letters of Support/Recommendation
Applicants that are a Cadet, Explorer, Volunteer, Junior Firefighter, or Reserve member of a Fire Rescue agency within Palm Beach County, JROTC, SDPBC Choice program seeking automatic entry must submit a letter that meets the following criteria:

  • Must be on letterhead
  • Must include the applicant's name
  • Must be signed by an appropriate representative.
  • Must include dates of service
  • Must outline specific experience and duties as it relates to program requirements
  • Must include a statement of support for program entry

 

You will be required to consent to the verification of the letter and provide the following information:

  • Location of Experience
  • Name of Supervisor
  • Contact information     

 

EMT/Firefighter Combination CCP

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Limited Access Program Application - Spring 2025 Entry

The Emergency Medical Technician program admits 2 times a year

  • Fall Term - August start. The application will be available in March.
  • Spring Term - January start. The application will be available in August.

 

Application Status: Closed

Deadline:  October 3, 2024

Program Information & Requirements

If you are applying to the EMT-B program you are responsible for paying an additional $20.00 Limited Access Fee.

Applicants are encouraged to apply for the combination EMT/firefighter and EMT-B-only programs.

 

What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application.

You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State Student ID Number
  • NFSI Testing Information
  • Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) verification letter
  • DD214 if claiming Veteran Status
  • Receipt for Payment of Limited Access Application Fee

 

* Important Information About Your Application *

The application will require you to upload a picture or file as documentation for some items.

All items must be submitted at time of application for it to be properly evaluated and be approved for program consideration.

Applications with pending/missing items will not be processed until all pending/missing items have been resolved or submitted.

Applicants that are currently enrolled in courses, should not apply until grades have posted to your PBSC student transcript.

Incomplete applications on the deadline date will not proceed for program consideration.

It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application.

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • National Firefighter Selection Inventory Test (NFSI) with a score of 75 or higher
  • In Academic Good Standing
  • Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
  • Official Transcripts from High School, College and University (if applicable)
  • American Heart Association BLS CPR Certification

After minimum eligibility requirements are met a point system is used to determine selection for program admission.

 

Program Orientation

Program applicants that are conditionally accepted or selected as an alternate are required to attend a mandatory program orientation. Any applicant who is conditionally accepted or is an alternate who does not attend will forfeit selection to the program.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

The following changes will be implemented for the Fall 2025 admission cycle: 

  • The score for the NFSI will change from 75% to a minimum of 80% for the Fall 2025 admission cycle.
  • Applicants who are Cadets, Explorers, Volunteers, or Junior Firefighters at a Fire Rescue Agency within Palm Beach County will be awarded 20 points and will no longer be granted automatic entry eligibility.

 

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 225

Area 1: National Firefighter Selection Inventory Exam (NFSI) 
I/O Solutions NFSI Test Score (75% to 100%)  |  75 - 100 points awarded

Area 2: Education or Coursework

Education points will be awarded for a degree or coursework. Courses must be passed with a grade of “C” or higher. Degree must be conferred by deadline date.

  • Degree: Associates degree or higher from a regionally accredited Institution  |  100 points awarded
  • Course:
    • SLS1501 Intro to the College Experience* or direct equivalent - (* Course not required for Emergency Medical Services degree.)  |  10 points awarded
    • Placement Testing (ACT/PERT/SAT) - Taken within 2 years of application deadline, with placement in all areas to college level courses. (Note: Points awarded for placement testing only if points are not awarded for degree conferral or Emergency Medical Services Associates Degree courses.) |  10 points awarded
    • BSC2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 lecture  |  15 points awarded
    • BSC2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab  |  5 points awarded
    • Mathematics Area 3, Tier 1 course (MAC, MGF, STA prefix)  |  20 points awarded
    • ENC1101 College Composition 1  |  20 points awarded
    • POS1041 Introduction to American Government or AMH2020 United States History from 1865 to Present  |  10 points awarded
    • Humanities Area 2, Tier 1 ARH1000, MUL1010, THE1000, PHI1010 or LIT1000 course must be 3 credits  |  10 points awarded
    • Any one EMS degree elective Preferred courses HSC2531, CGS1100 any FFP Fire course  | 10 points awarded

Area 3:  U.S. Military Service and Program Affiliation
U.S. Military Service and Program Affiliation  |  25 points awarded

 

Automatic Entry Eligibility

The following students qualify for automatic entry:
(Applicants in the following categories meet the minimum eligibility criteria and can submit the required documentation.) 

1. Veterans of the United States of America Military with honorable discharge or general discharge with decent conditions qualify for automatic entry.  Required to submit DD-214.

2. Agency Affiliation-Cadet, Explorer, Volunteer, or Junior Firefighter at a Fire Rescue Agency within Palm Beach County that is chosen by the department Fire Chief to represent their respective Fire Rescue Agency. 

  • Be an active member with at least four months with the agency.
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, unweighted GPA as reflected on the transcript (High school or College).


Documentation required: Letter of recommendation from the Fire Chief on department letterhead.

Applicant must submit the letter of support to Matt Keeler at keelerm@palmbeachstate.edu, Director of EMS Programs, for approval.

Once the applicant has an approval email from the Director, they will upload the letter of support and approval email in the application. It can take 5-7 business days to receive the approval email. Please plan accordingly. Application without the EMS Director's approval email will not be considered for automatic entry.

The applicant is required to attain the minimum eligibility criteria. Each agency is allocated one seat for its program. Once the allocated seat is filled, admission will be based on applicant point ranking.

 

Firefighter (Fire Academy) CCP

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Limited Access Program Application - Spring 2025 Entry

Application Status: Closed

Deadline:  October 14, 2024

Program Information & Requirements


What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application. You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State Student ID Number
  • EMT Information
  • NFSI Testing Information
  • DD214 if claiming Veteran Status
  • Receipt for Payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • CPAT results
  • Test of Adult Basic Education is not exempt


It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application. Once minimum requirements are met a point system is used for admission. All requirements must be satisfied on or before the deadline date in order for points to be awarded.

 

Program Orientation

Program applicants who are conditionally accepted or selected as alternates are required to attend a mandatory program orientation.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 250

Area 1: State Certification
Maximum Points Possible: 50. Points awarded in one area.
Requires submission of State of Florida Occupational License. The NREMT certificate can ONLY be used as a First Responder certificate.

State Certification Type:

  • State of Florida Certified Paramedic  |  50 points awarded
  • State of Florida Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)  |  25 points awarded

Area 2: Palm Beach State College Program Enrollment & Completion
Maximum Points Possible: 30. Points awarded in one area.
Program certificate must be posted on Palm Beach State College Transcript.

  • Graduate of Palm Beach State College Paramedic Program  |  30 points awarded
  • Graduate of Palm Beach State College Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program  |  20 points awarded
  • Currently enrolled in Palm Beach State College EMT or Paramedic Program  |  10 points awarded

Area 3: Program Affiliation
Maximum Points Possible: 20 points

  • Completion of Palm Beach County School District Fire Academy FF3 program. (Must be reflected on your official high school transcript.)  |  10 points awarded
  • Member in Good Standing of a Fire Cadet or Fire Explorer Program. (Requires official verification letter on departmental letterhead.)  |  10 points awarded

Area 4: College Education
Maximum Points Possible: 30. Points awarded in one area.
Credits/degree earned at regionally accredited institution

  • Palm Beach State College Degree or Certificate (AA/AS/BA/BS/CCC/CCP/ATD). Points not awarded for EMT/Paramedic program completion.  |  30 points awarded
  • Associate degree of higher  |  20 points awarded
  • 30 or more college credits  |  15 points awarded
  • 9 - 29 College Credits  |  10 points awarded

Area 5: College Education
Enrollment in PBSC's Fire Science Technology A.S. Degree program with the completion of a minimum of 9 credits with a grade of C or higher. In one of the following core courses:

  • FFP1505 Fire Prevention
  • FFP1540 Private Fire Protection Systems
  • FFP2120 Building Construction Fire Protection
  • FFP2612 Fire Behavior and Combustion
  • FFP2206 Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival
  • FFP1000 Introduction to Fire Science
  • FFP1301 Fire Hydraulics

Area 6: NFSI exam score
Only the digits to left of decimal used  |  75 - 100 points awarded

 

Automatic Entry Eligibility

Applicants listed below are eligible for automatic entry consideration once they have met the minimum requirements for program admission.  Automatic program entry eligibility is a privilege based on program capacity and is not a guarantee of final admission.  A limited amount of seats are allocated per semester (7-10) for students eligible for automatic entry. Applicants will be awarded points in the application process and ranked for entry based on the number of points earned. If the program reaches capacity for the number of students it can automatically admit, students will be considered for admission based on the number of points earned. 

FLORIDA STATUTE #633.35. Any individual who a private or public agency employs as a Firefighter that must obtain a certificate of compliance as a Firefighter II within one year of initial employment.  Employment verification is required.

Veterans of the United States Military with honorable discharge or general discharge with honorable conditions.

  • Applicant will be required to submit DD-214.
  • Must submit a 40-hour First responder certificate or EMT certificate.

 

Any Cadet or Explorer affiliated with a Fire Rescue Agency within Palm Beach County or School District of Palm Beach County Fire Science program.   

  • Must submit a 40-hour First responder certificate or EMT certificate.
  • Active member in good standing with participation of at least six months (Cadets/Explorers).
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, as reflected on your High School transcript(Cadets, Explorers, SDPBC).
  • Completion of SDPBC program (Wellington or Palm Beach Lakes High School)(eligible within one year of High School graduation).
  • Submit a letter of support/recommendation from the Fire Chief or appropriate SDPBC program representative. 

 

Paramedic CCC

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Limited Access Program Application - Spring 2025 Entry

Application Status: Available February 2025

Program Information & Requirements

 

Information Sessions

All applicants are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to attend a program information session.  For more information, contact the program at 561-868-3840.


What You Will Need To Apply

It is strongly recommended that the applicant have all necessary information available prior to starting this application. You will be required to provide details and/or proof regarding admissions requirements. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Palm Beach State Student ID Number
  • Receipt for payment of Limited Access Application Fee
  • Course Information
  • EMT Information
  • NFSI Testing Information
  • DD214 if claiming Veteran Status


It will take 20-30 minutes to complete the application. Once minimum requirements are met a point system is used for admission. All requirements must be satisfied on or before the deadline date in order for points to be awarded.

 

Program Orientation

Program applicants who are conditionally accepted or selected as alternates are required to attend a mandatory program orientation.

 

Application Points System

Point scales are subject to change each application cycle. Please attend an information session or meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Breakdown of Possible Points Awarded
Maximum Points Possible: 350

Area 1: State Certification
Maximum Points Possible: 50. Points awarded in one area.
Requires submission of State of Florida Occupational License. The NREMT certificate can ONLY be used as a First Responder certificate.

State Certification Type:

  • State of Florida Certified Paramedic  |  50 points awarded
  • State of Florida Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)  |  25 points awarded

Area 2: Palm Beach State Educational Points
Maximum Points Possible: 50.
Graduate of one of the following Palm Beach State College Public Safety Programs. Must be reflected on Transcript.

  • EMT Program with a “B” or higher   |  30 points awarded
  • EMT Program   |  20 points awarded
  • Fire Academy  |  20 points awarded
  • Currently enrolled in EMT or fire academy program   |  10 points awarded

Area 3: Education or Coursework
Education points will be awarded for a degree or coursework. Courses must be passed with a grade of “C” or higher. Degree must be conferred by deadline date.
Maximum Points Possible: 100

  • Degree: Associates degree or higher from a regionally accredited Institution  |  100 points awarded
  • Course:
    • SLS1501 Intro to the College Experience* or direct equivalent - (* Course not required for Emergency Medical Services degree.)  |  10 points awarded
    • BSC2085 Anatomy and Physiology 1 lecture  |  15 points awarded
    • BSC2085L Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab  |  5 points awarded
    • Mathematics Area 3, Tier 1 course (MAC, MGF, STA prefix)  |  20 points awarded
    • ENC1101 College Composition 1  |  20 points awarded
    • POS1041 Introduction to American Government or AMH2020 United States History from 1865 to Present  |  10 points awarded
    • Humanities Area 2, Tier 1 ARH1000, MUL1010, THE1000, PHI1010 or LIT1000 course must be 3 credits  |  10 points awarded
    • Any one EMS degree elective Preferred courses HSC2531, CGS1100 any FFP Fire course  |  10 points awarded

Area 4: National Firefighter Selection Inventory Exam (NFSI)
I/O Solutions NFSI Test Score (75% to 100%)  |  75 - 100 points awarded

Area 5: EMT Work Experience (pre-hospital or equivalent)
Requires submission of a verification letter on organizational letterhead. Must be currently employed.

  • 6 months - 11 months  |  25 points awarded
  • 1 year or longer  |  50 points awarded

 

Automatic Entry Eligibility

The following students qualify for automatic entry:
(Applicants in the following categories meet the minimum eligibility criteria and can submit the required documentation.) 

1. Veterans of the United States of America Military with honorable discharge or general discharge with decent conditions qualify for automatic entry.  Required to submit DD-214.

2. Palm Beach State College EMT Graduate.  Within the previous year, have completed the program with an "A" (as verified on transcript).

 

Employment verification/Letter of support must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be on letterhead
  • Must include the applicant's name 
  • Must be signed by an appropriate representative.
  • Must include dates of service
  • Must outline specific experience and duties as it relates to program requirements
  • Letter must include a statement of support for applicants that are a Cadet, Explorer, Volunteer, Junior Firefighter, or Reserve member of a Fire Rescue agency within Palm Beach County, seeking automatic entry


You will be required to consent to the verification of the letter and provide the following information:

  • Location of Experience
  • Name of Supervisor
  • Contact information