Santa Barbara,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Associate in Science - Marine Diving Technician in Santa Barbara United States | Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara City College
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Santa Barbara United States
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Qualification
Associate Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
5,415
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The A.S. Degree in Marine Diving Technology prepares students for careers as commercial divers and technical specialists. This program accommodates both part-time and full-time students, offering courses relevant to diving and other marine fields. The comprehensive curriculum covers commercial diving techniques, hyperbaric medicine, marine biology, vessel operations, saturation diving procedures, emergency medical training, and ROV operations, among other subjects. Marine technician education prioritizes collaborative skills and safety protocols. Graduates who complete the Associate in Science program qualify for professional certifications necessary for workforce entry. Earning an A.S. degree expands job opportunities and enhances graduates' marketability across marine sectors. Degree candidates develop marine technology expertise while completing technical electives and core academic courses.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Graduates of high schools or equivalent are eligible for admission, with the equivalent of a GPA of 2.0 or better.
Students must be 18 years or older by the start of the semester without restrictions.
English Proficiency: TOEFL: PBT 450, CBT 160, IBT 60; iTEP: 3.0; IELTS: 5.5; IGCSE: C; GTEC CBT: 1030; Pearson Test of English: 45; PTE Academic: 44; STEP-Eiken: Grade Pre-1.
Application deadlines: Fall Semester: June 15; Spring Semester: November 1; Summer Session: May 1
Tuition
USD
5,415