Subjects

Explore Your Interests

HCC offers more than 180 degrees and certificates in a wide range of fields. We've grouped them into 18 subject areas to help you navigate your options. 

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    Accounting and Business

    Business skills can open doors in careers from investments and banking to marketing and public relations. Our programs position you for success.

  • Architecture and Building Trades

    Artistic talent and an eye for detail are common traits in architecture, construction and welding. HCC lays the groundwork for a lucrative career.

     

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    Communications

    Are you creative and tech-savvy? Media arts technology can lead to exciting careers in television or radio, graphic design or digital media.

     

  • Counseling and Human Services

    Prepare for careers in counseling, social work and human development through classroom learning and internships.

  • Education

    Do you feel called to teach? Our early childhood degree and education pathways offer real-world experience and excellent instruction.

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    Engineering

    Put your imagination and dexterity to work. Biotechnology and engineering technology offer high-paying career opportunities.

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    Environment

    With many companies becoming more sustainable, environmental science continues to increase in relevance. Discover careers that chart new paths.

  • Health and Medical

    If you enjoy science and caring for others, health sciences may be your field. Skilled, dedicated healthcare professionals are always in high demand. 

  • Smiling female hispanic student wearing a black chef's jacket, holding a tray of food in the Gourmet Room restaurant

    Hospitality and Culinary

    Florida is a prime location for the hospitality industry. Explore the career options such as chef, restaurant manager or event planner.

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    Humanities

    This interdisciplinary program encourages students to broaden their views by studying history, literature, fine arts, philosophy and foreign languages.

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    Information Technology

    Training in information technology can help you land positions in internet services, network administration, computer programming and more.

  • Law, Public Safety and Security

    Public service is a truly honorable pursuit. Criminal justice, fire science and law offer exciting work environments and rewarding careers.

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    Math and Science

    Find your fit in mathematics and science. Whether your goal is to be a scientist, or you just love math, discover the infinite possibilities.

  • Office Administration

    Customize a program to suit your talents and goals. Train for jobs like office manager, human resource technician, sales representative or medical coder.

  • Performing Arts

    From the beauty of dance to the dynamics of theatre to the intricacies of music, the performing arts offer endless forms of expression.

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    Social and Behavioral Sciences

    Explore the fascinating world of social and behavioral sciences and how they apply to so many fields.

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    Transportation

    Master a lucrative trade with our automotive degrees and certificates. Our Ybor City Campus Training Center offers innovative spaces for hands-on learning.

     

  • Visual Arts and Design

    Learn to speak the language of imagery as you engage in the study of visual arts and design in both historical and contemporary contexts.