Program Admission Deadlines, Requirements and Application
The following programs require an additional Health Science application and fees. Carefully review program pre-requisite, documentation requirements, and application deadlinesbefore submitting your Health Sciences Application. You must have your HCC Login you received after being accepted via the HCC General Application to submit.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline (30 credits). See Program Details for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Minimum prerequisite GPA of 2.8.
Students must contact Patrick Hoier, Program Manager (phoier@hccfl.edu), before applying to the program.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
Minimum 2.0 overall GPA.
For questions about the Program, contact Marlene Dalziel, CT Program Instructor, at ddalziel@hccfl.edu.
Before completing the Computed Tomography Program Application be prepared to upload the following:
Copy of valid National Certification from the ARRT or NMCTB (Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, and/or Radiation Therapy).
Copy of valid Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist certification/license
Copy of valid CPR certification by the American Heart Association
You must have your HCC Login you received after being accepted via the HCC General Application to submit your application to the Computed Tomography Program.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
English requirement:Students must achieve a minimum score on a placement test (SAT, ACT, or PERT) or have completed previous college-level coursework. Placement tests must have been taken within the last two years. For coursework equivalency, a referral to take a placement test, or to determine score cut-offs, contact an HCC Academic Advisor at any campus.
Math Requirement: Students must complete the first level of preparatory math with a course (MAT 0018 or higher) or a placement test.
The minimum required test scores are as follows: SAT (Verbal and Math – 24), ACT (Reading – 19, English – 17, Math – 19), PERT (Reading – 106, Writing – 103, Math – 96)
If a college-level math course (STA 2023, MAC 1105, MGF 1130, MGF 1131, MAT 1033, etc.) has already been completed, the placement test will not be required.
Must be a high school graduate and 18 years old before the first day of classes.
For questions, contact Mr. Ash Dubal, Program Manager, at adubal@hccfl.edu.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline (22 credits). See the Program Details page for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Ensure upload attendance to the Program Information Session to the application before submission. See the Program Details page to register for a session.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline (18 credits). See the Program Details page for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Ensure to upload attendance to the Program Information Session form. See the Program Details page to register for a session.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline (18 credits). See Program Details for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Ensure upload attendance to the Program Information Session to the application before submission. See the Program Details page to register for a session.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC)
Please note: this program is currently on pause and is not accepting applications.
Admission Information:
Fall application deadline April 15
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Minimum 2.5 overall GPA.
Ensure upload of the following:
Copy of valid National Certification from ARRT or NMCTB (Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, and/or Radiation Therapy,
Copy of Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist certification/license
Copy of valid CPR by the American Heart Association for Basic Life Suppor for Healthcare Providers. (Online courses are not accepted) .
For questions about the Program, contact Mrs. Teri Sliman, Program Manager, at tsliman@hccfl.edu.
Medical Laboratory Science - Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC)
Admission Information:
Fall application deadline June 15.
Visit the Program page for scheduled Information Sessions.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
Transcript showing bachelor’s degree must show the degree and overall GPA. Highly recommend sending an official hard copy or PDF transcript. See our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Minimum 2.8 overall GPA
TEAS test scores.
ATI TEAS (version 6) is no longer accepted for Admission. Students must have ATI TEAS version 7 to apply to the Program
See the TEAS test site for information about the test and how to register.
Students will be ranked by their TEAS test Total Score. Cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline (22 credits). See the Program Details page for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
For questions about the Program, contact Ms. Jennifer Miles, Program Manager, at jmiles22@hccfl.edu.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline. See the Program Details page for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Minimum prerequisite GPA of 2.8
TEAS test scores: Students are allowed 3 attempts per calendar year (January through December) to achieve a passing score of 60 or higher.
ATI TEAS (version 6) is no longer accepted for Admission. Students must have ATI TEAS version 7 to apply to the Program
Students must have 30 days between attempts.
The scores will not be accepted if the attempts are less than 30 days. The student must wait until the following year to reset the TEAS test attempts.
Passing the test or receiving a higher score will not guarantee admission, but not passing (below 60) means the application will not be considered for admission.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
The Nursing Program will offer Information Sessions during the year providing essential program information.
Attendance is not a requirement, but it is strongly recommended.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of the EMT program - Provide an official transcript showing successful completion of the EMT program is required. If the institution where the EMT program was completed does not provide students with an official transcript, a diploma/certificate showing successful completion and the hours/duration of the program will be accepted as proof of completion.
Minimum EMT program GPA and overall GPA of 2.0 (If your overall GPA is below 2.0, meet with an academic advisor to work on raising your GPA before applying to the program).
College-level English and Math required. Students must achieve a minimum score on a placement test (SAT, ACT, or PERT) or have completed previous college-level coursework. Placement tests must have been taken with in the last two years. For coursework equivalency, a referral to take a placement test, or to determine score cut-offs, contact an HCC Academic Advisor at any campus. Please note:
Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline. Students who prefer not to retake older math classes can meet the math requirement by taking a college placement test before the deadline.
Meeting the Senate Bill 1720 placement test exemption does not satisfy the minimum test score or college-level English and Math requirement.
Copy of Florida EMT license/certification card
If you work with any of the below community of interest employers, you must submit an employment verification letter or email from the supervisor or human resources confirming full-time employment as an EMT or firefighter. Job offers or hiring letter/emails are not accepted.
City of Tampa Fire Rescue
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue
Plant City Fire Rescue
Temple Terrace Fire Department
TransCare
American Medical Response
Americare
Sun City Rescue Squad
Advent Health – Wesley Chapel
Ensure to upload a valid Florida EMT license to the application.
Also, an employment verification letter must be uploaded (if you work with a community of interest employer) to the application.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline. See the Program Details page for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Ensure to upload attendance to the Program Information Session form to the application. See the Program Details page to register for a session.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
All post-secondary official transcripts are required. An HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of a Radiography Program.
Minimum overall GPA of 2.0
Be college-level in English and math.
Ensure to upload the following to your application:
Copy of valid National Certification from ARRT or NMCTB (Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, and/or Radiation Therapy,
Copy of Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist certification/license
Copy of valid CPR by the American Heart Association for Basic Life Suppor for Healthcare Providers. (Online courses are not accepted)
Attendance to the Program Information Session See the Program Details page to register for a session.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline (13 credits). See the Program Details page for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline (21 credits). See the Program Details page for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Ensure to upload attendance to the Program Information Session form. See the Program Details page to register for a session.
Transition Program: Copy of the Florida Respiratory Care Technician certification/license.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
Official High School or GED and ALL post-secondary transcripts are required. HCC transcript is not required. If you did not submit these along with your general HCC application, see our Transcripts webpage for details on how to submit. The My Documents section of MyHCC Self-Service will be updated to confirm that we have received your transcripts.
$53 application fee payment. Fee is non-refundable.
Completion of ALL prerequisite coursework before or by the application deadline (17 credits). See the Program Details page for the list of prerequisite courses. (Note: Math and Science prerequisites must be retaken if older than 7 years before the deadline.)
Minimum prerequisite GPA of 2.8
Ensure to upload attendance to the Program Information Session form. See the Program Details page to register for a session.
Students will be ranked by their prerequisite GPA, and the cumulative GPA will be used as a tie-breaker.
IMPORTANT: You must pay the application fee and upload a copy of your payment receipt to your application. If you do not complete the payment before the deadline, your application will not be considered for admission and will be automaticallyincomplete. The checklist below will help you to review and ensure you have submitted and finished all your requirements for admission before applying to a program.
