Teacher Education Programs
The Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education is for individuals who work in childcare facilities as managers, educators and caregivers. This degree in Early Childhood Education provides advanced courses in management, curriculum development and child behavior. It is designed to meet the mandatory competencies for the Birth through Pre-Kindergarten Teaching Credential required by Act 187, passed by the Arkansas Legislature during the 2009 session. This degree will allow graduates to apply for the Birth through Pre-Kindergarten Teaching Credential from the Division of Early Care and Education in the Department of Human Services. It will allow graduates to be the lead teachers in a non-public school early childhood classroom or in a Head Start classroom as they continue to pursue a Bachelor’s degree from another institution of higher education. Students will also be qualified to serve as a paraprofessional in a public school pre-kindergarten classroom. It will NOT allow graduates to be lead teachers in a public school pre-kindergarten classroom. The Certificate of Proficiency allows students to meet the requirements to apply for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) issued by the CDA Council in Washington, DC. Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses taken to satisfy the AAS degree in Early Childhood Development. All students are required to have current cleared maltreatment background check, a criminal background check, and a negative TB skin test.
Associate of Science in Education
This degree option includes all of the general education courses required for the Associate of Arts degree plus additional courses from education. This degree option is intended to accommodate students interested in transferring their coursework into a baccalaureate program in Teacher Education. Students who meet the graduation requirements of the ASE degree and who apply to one of these institutions may be granted admission to the Teacher Education program as juniors without loss of credits earned at SouthArk.
The degree plan consists of the General Education Core and up to nineteen credits in Education courses. Students should select the university they wish to attend to complete the baccalaureate degree and then enroll in the courses that are specified for that particular university. Students wishing to transfer need to meet with the SouthArk Education Program Director for additional information. Students taking the AS in Education degree program may also be eligible for a Certificate of General Studies by adding as an elective course CSCI 1003 Computer and Information Processing.
Dismissal from the Program
The faculty and director reserve the right to dismiss any student for just cause. Just cause may be defined as excessive absenteeism, inability to pass required courses (core or program specific), unsatisfactory progress in practicum performance, moral and ethical misbehavior, poor interpersonal skills, and insubordination. Insubordinate behaviors include but are not limited to the following: showing disrespect to the instructor and other students and refusing to comply with the instructor’s directions and policies as outlined in the course syllabus. Students making unsatisfactory progress in any of the areas mentioned above will be subject to a Three-Step Dismissal Process: the first offense results in an oral warning, the second offense a written warning, and the third offense in removal from the program. The offenses occurring in any ECE or EDUC course throughout the students’ time at SouthArk are cumulative.
Unsatisfactory progress is communicated through guidance and intervention forms, warning letters, and academic probation. Conferences can be scheduled as requested.
Early Childhood Education
The growing field of early childhood education needs additional well-trained professionals to educate and care for children and to support their families in a multitude of settings. Early childhood education professionals may be employed in public and private centers, special needs centers, and Head Start and ABC programs. Under a director’s supervision, the childcare worker provides infants primary care giving while relating to families in a supportive manner. For toddlers and older children, the childcare worker plans and provides a developmentally appropriate curriculum to support independent and group learning. Activities are designed to foster children’s self-esteem, expand their social and problem-solving skills, and engage them in inquisitive thinking while offering security and comfort. The objective of this program is to provide a career ladder for students, beginning with the Certificate of Proficiency, a twelve-credit-hour course of study designed to provide core training in early childhood education and prepare individuals for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA); progressing to a 27-credit-hour Technical Certificate in Early Childhood Education for students who wish a more in-depth program of study; and culminating in the Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Education for students who need a thorough background in the field with the status of a two-year degree for credentialing purposes. Students must make a “C” or better in all ECE classes and maintain a 2.5 GPA in order to remain in the program.
Ark Birth to Pre-K Credential Cohort
ECTC courses have been developed to include core competencies for the Birth through Prekindergarten Teaching Credential as mandated by AR law 187 passed in March, 2009. The competencies were developed by a statewide early childhood cohort and approved by the Division of Early Care and Education of the Department of Human Services. This cohort consisted of Early Childhood representatives from other two-year and four-year colleges in the state. A NOCTI exam is required for this credential.
Certificate of Proficiency - Early Childhood Development
| The Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Development contains the basic courses that lay a solid foundation for a person wishing to pursue a career working with young children, birth through pre-kindergarten. If a student wishes to acquire the Child Development Associate credential (CDA) from the Council for Professional Recognition from Washington, D.C., these courses may be used as the required 120 hours of training. Students must show proof of 480 hours of hands-on experiencewith children between the ages of birth to five years |
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| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| ECE 1003 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| EDUC 2033 | Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECE 1023 | Environments for Young Children | 3 |
| ECE 1033 | Technical Practicum I | 3 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 12 | |
Technical Certificate - Early Childhood Development
| The Early Childhood Development Technical Certificate contains courses in curriculum development and child behavior. These courses are designed to meet the mandatory competencies for the Birth through Pre-Kindergarten Teaching Credential required by Act 187 passed by the Arkansas Legislature during the 2009 session. | ||
Basic Studies
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Basic Studies Requirements:Reading -ACT 19 or above (or) ASSET 41 or above (or) COMPASS 80 or above (or) complete BSTD 0113 Reading Skills II.Writing - ACT 19 or above (or) ASSET 42 or above (or) COMPASS 75 or above (or) complete BSTD 0213 Fundamentals of Writing II. Math - ACT 19 or above (or) ASSET Intermediate Algebra Skills 43 or above (or) COMPASS 71 or above (or) complete BSTD 0513 Intermediate Algebra. Those students whose Basic Studies scores are below minimum levels must enroll in Basic Studies courses and may concurrently enroll in program courses with the instructor’s permission. Minimum levels of basic skills must be attained prior to completion of the program. |
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
| The Early Childhood Education program is designed to provide early childhood educators with the knowledge and skills to meet the developmental needs of young children. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be eligible for employment as childcare early childhood center directors, teachers, teacher’s aides and caregivers, and kindergarten or elementary classroom paraprofessionals. | ||
Basic Studies
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Associate of Science in Education
| This degree option includes all of the general education courses required for the Associate of Arts degree plus additional courses from education. This degree option is intended to accommodate students interested in transferring their course work into a baccalaureate program in Teacher Education. Students who meet the graduation requirements of the ASE degree and who apply to one of these institutions may be granted admission to the Teacher Education program as juniors without loss of credits earned at SouthArk. The degree plan consists of the General Education Core and up to nineteen credits in Education courses. Students should select the university they wish to attend to complete the baccalaureate degree and then enroll in the courses that are specified for that particular university. Students wishing to transfer need to meet with the SouthArk Education Program Director for additional information. Students taking the AS in Education degree program may also be eligible for a Certificate of General Studies by adding as an elective course CSCI 1003 Computer and Information Processing. |
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| Basic Studies Requirements Reading — ACT 19 or above (or) ASSET 43 or above (or) COMPASS 83 or above (or) complete BSTD 0613 English II. Writing — ACT 19 or above (or) ASSET 45 or above (or) COMPASS 80 or above (or) complete BSTD 0613 English II. Math — ACT 19 or above (or) ASSET Intermediate Algebra Skills 43 or above (or) COMPASS 71 or above (or) complete BSTD 0513 Intermediate Algebra. Those students whose Basic Studies scores are below minimum levels must enroll in Basic Studies courses and may concurrently enroll in program courses with the instructor’s permission. Minimum levels of basic skills must be attained prior to completion of the program. Student requirements to be awarded the ASE degree Have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher. (Please note that some four-year institutions require a higher GPA for acceptance into Teacher Education Programs). Associate of Arts in Education Basic Studies BSTD 0603 English I BSTD 0613 English II BSTD 0513 Intermediate Algebra English Nine hours ENGL 1113 Composition I ENGL 1123 Composition II SPCH 1113 Principles of Speech Mathematics Three hours MATH 1023 College Algebra Natural Sciences Eight hours BIOL 1004 Fundamentals of Biology PHYS 2024 The Physical Sciences Fine Arts/Humanities Nine hours Three hours from the following: ARTI 2003 Art Appreciation MUSI 2003 Music Appreciation THEA 2003 Theatre Appreciation PHIL 2003 Introduction to Philosophy Foreign Language (3 hours) Three hours from the following: ENGL 2213 Literature I ENGLE 2223 Literature II Social Sciences Eighteen hours Three hours from the following: HIST 2013 History of the U.S. to 1876 HIST 2023 History of the U.S. since 1876 PSCI 2003 American Government: National Three hours from the following: HIST 1003 History of Civilization to 1700 HIST 1013 History of Civilization since 1700 Twelve hours PSCY 2003 American Government: National PSYC 2003 General Psychology GEOG 2003 Introduction to Geography SOCI 2003 Sociology ECON 2003 Macroeconomic Principles Directed Elective four hours HIST 2033 Arkansas History PHED 1001 Physical Activity One hour or HPER 1403 Personal and Community Health Education Courses Fifteen Hours EDUC 2003 Introduction to Education EDUC 2313 Introduction to Educational Technology EDUC 2033 Child Growth and Development EDUC 2113 Math for Teachers I EDUC 2223 Math for Teachers II Education Elective Three hours EDUC 2103 Child and Adolescent Literature ECED 2503 Child Guidance EDUC 2023 Survey of Exceptional Children Suggested Course of Study for AS – Education (All Basic Studies Class Completed) |
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| COURSE # |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOUR |
| ENGL 1110 |
Composition I |
3 |
| EDUC 2033 |
Child Growth & Development or EDUC 2053 Development & Learning |
3 |
| MATH 1023 |
College Algebra |
3 |
| HIST 2013 |
History of the US to 1876 or HIST 2023 or PSCI 2003 |
3 |
| ARTI 2003 |
Art Appreciation or other Humanities choice |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hour Total |
15 |
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| COURSE # |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOUR |
| ENGL 1123 |
Composition II |
3 |
| EDUC 2003 |
Introduction to Education |
3 |
| BIOL 1004 |
Fundamentals of Biology/Lab |
4 |
| HIST 1003 |
History of Civilization to 1700 or HIST |
3 |
| MUSI 2003 |
Music Appreciation or other Humanities choice |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hour Total |
16 |
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| FALL—SEMESTER III |
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| COURSE # |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOUR |
| SPCH 1113 |
Principles of Speech |
3 |
| EDUC 2313 |
Introduction to Educational Technology |
3 |
| EDUC 2113 |
Math for Teachers I |
3 |
| PHYS 2024 |
Physical Science/Lab or Physical Science choice |
4 |
| ENGL 2213 |
Literature I or Literature II |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hour Total |
16 |
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| COURSE # |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOUR |
| SPCH 1113 |
Principles of Speech |
3 |
| EDUC 2313 |
Introduction to Educational Technology |
3 |
| EDUC 2113 |
Math for Teachers I |
3 |
| PHYS 2024 |
Physical Science/Lab or Physical Science choice |
4 |
| ENGL 2213 |
Literature I or Literature II |
3 |
| Semester Credit Hour Total |
16 |
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| COURSE # |
COURSE NAME |
CREDIT HOUR |
| EDUC 2223 |
Math for Teachers II |
3 |
| PSYC 2003 |
General Psychology or other Social Science choice |
3 |
| HIST 2003 |
History of Arkansas |
3 |
| EDUC 2103 |
Child and Adolescent Literature or Education Elective |
3 |
| PHED 1001 |
Any PHED Elective or HPER 1403 |
1 |
| Semester Credit Hour Total |
13 |
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| PROGRAM CREDIT HOUR TOTAL |
61 |
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| Students must also maintain a minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA. Education majors may obtain more information regarding the PRAXIS CORE Exam by going to www.ets.org or by speaking to the Education Program Director. The courses offered in the ASE degree program are also appropriate for students seeking licensure in a variety of Middle School and High School teaching fields as well as other K-12 licensures. Students should check with advisors at the four-year institution they plan to attend and the SouthArk Education Program Director to tailor courses to meet specific licensure and degree requirements. Educator licensure for the State of Arkansas may be found at: http://www.arkansased.gov/divisions/human-resources-educator-effectiveness-and-licensure/educator-licensure-unit. |
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Associate of Arts - General Transfer
This 60-hour sequence of courses is designed to fulfill the general requirements of the first two years of study for a four-year degree. Of the courses listed below, 46 hours are required, but students may choose 14 additional hours from the same list as electives to complete the 60 hours required for the degree. Students wishing to transfer should ask for a transfer guide from the college where they plan to pursue their baccalaureate. Students may earn certificates and degrees from more than one program in an academic year, but only the highest certificate or degree in any program will be awarded.
| English/Communications Nine hours from the following:
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| Mathematics Three hours from the following:
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| Social Science –Minimum of fifteen hours total* History (six credit minimum) **
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| Natural Science-Eight hours total Biological Science-Four hours from the following:
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| Fine Arts and Humanities-Nine total; must include three hours of World Literature:
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| Health and Physical Education Two hours from the following:
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Technical Certificate - General Studies
The Certificate of General Studies is designed to recognize the completion of a general education core of 34 credits. This program allows students to earn an award after approximately one year of college education. The program is transferable to four-year colleges in Arkansas and should have good transferability to colleges in other states. Students should always contact the university to which they wish to transfer for more information.
| English/Communications Nine hours from the following:
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| Mathematics Three hours from the following:
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| Social Science Total of nine hours from the following: U.S. History or American Government- Three hours taken from the following:
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| Natural Science Total of four to eight hours from the following (with lab): Biological Science
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| Technology Three hours from the following:
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| Fine Arts and Humanities Six hours taken from the following:
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Performance and Media Arts
The college offers a course in Film Pre-production in conjunction with the performance and media arts program, South Arkansas Community College also offers courses in scriptwriting, editing and postproduction , songwriting, and internship . These courses can be combined to offer unique opportunities for students to see their creative ideas displayed on the silver screen. It is a rare opportunity for someone to have their own movie produced.The film instructors are Larry Powell, director of the Performing and Media Arts program at SouthArk Community College and instructor Paula Kaszuba. Together they have produced and directed dozens of movies which were award-winning. They received gold, silver, and bronze recognition in international film competitions. Both Powell and Kaszuba have played minor roles in Hollywood movies and have connections with the industry.
The classes are designed to produce feature films, documentaries, or film shorts for national and international competitions. Students writing these projects will also be invited to produce these scripts . Students will be armed with the skills to write for the media. These scripts also can be submitted for competition in national and international film festivals. The courses train students to prepare marketable scripts for local stations where jobs are available. Students will prepare treatments and movie trailers which can be submitted to producers for consideration for movies. The first documentary from SouthArk will be premiered in September in El Dorado. The title is, "Hands that Formed a Nation." It features World War II veterans from South Arkansas. Veterans included; Gearold Boyd, N. K. Callaway, George R. Crosley, Jr., Julius Elmore, Hubert Glenn, Bill Howard, Ella May Hughes, David James, James Doyle Jones, Earl Phillips, Othar Smith, Jack Turner, and John Wood. SouthArk professor, Suzanne Wache offered post war Germany stories. This documentary has been entered for completion in film festivals in Arkansas.
The film industry is gaining interest in South Arkansas our neighboring state, Louisiana is the third largest film producing state in the world next to California and New York. Arkansas possesses the same qualities and in many cases more natural resources. It is the goal of South Arkansas Community College to gain a foothold as a major film producing state. It is within our grasp and very probable. Powell and Kaszuba were instrumental in establishing Louisiana as a major film producing state in the last fifteen years. Powell says, "Arkansas is in a prime position for this industry to be realized. And El Dorado's initiative is encouraging. It is an industry that can affect many businesses in El Dorado. When a film is being produced in our city, the crews eat at restaurants, stay at motels, rent homes, buy building supplies, rent and buy cars, buy groceries, hire electricians, plumbers, and carpenters, and hire various workers. And besides all that, it is an exciting field in which to work! When El Dorado becomes a production city, there will be a constant hum of jobs in the area. There will no longer be a need to move to Los Angeles or New York to be involved in the film industry and to use one's creativity."
There are several courses being offered this fall to prepare the prospective filmmaker for jobs.
Other courses include:
- COMM-1013.01. SCRIPTWRITING,
- COMM-1103.01 INTRO TO FILM,
- COMM-1203.90 AMERICAN CINEMA,
- COMM-1403.01 EDITING & POST PRODUCTION,
- COMM-1603.31 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY,
- COMM-1703.31 SONGWRITING,
- COMM-2303.21 FILM PRE-PRODUCTION, and
- COMM-2503.01 INTERNSHIP.
A student is able to earn an associates degree in film production at SouthArk in four semesters. For more information, call South Arkansas Community College at 501-870-862-8131 or 800-955-2289. or contact Larry Powell at 501-875-7272. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Paula Kaszuba This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or John Spenser This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
An exciting fun field is waiting for you.
Associate Degree - Film Concentration
| FIRST SEMESTER | ||
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| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| ENGL 1113 | Composition I | 3 |
| COMM1103 | Introduction to Film | 3 |
| TECH 1003 | Technical Math | 3 |
| CSCI 1003 | Computers and Information Processing | 3 |
| PSYC 2003 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| SECOND SEMESTER | ||
| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| ENGL 1123 | Composition II | 3 |
| COMM2303 | Film Pre-Production | 3 |
| THEA 2633 | Acting I | 3 |
| SPCH 1113 | Principles of Speech | 3 |
| Fine Arts Elective* | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| THIRD SEMESTER | ||
| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| HIST 2013 | History of U.S. to 1876 or | |
| HIST 1003 | History of Civilization to 1700 | 3 |
| COMM1403 | Film Editing/Post Production | 3 |
| COMM2403 | Film Production and Design | 3 |
| COMM1603 | Scriptwriting | 3 |
| Social Science Elective** | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | ||
| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| HIST 2023 | History of U.S. since 1876 or | |
| HIST 1013 | History of Civilization since 1700 | 3 |
| COMM2103 | Directing | 3 |
| COMM1503 | Lighting | 3 |
| COMM1303 | Audio Production | 3 |
| COMM Elective*** | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| Program Total | 60 | |
| * Fine Arts Electives: Literature I or II, Theatre Appreciation, Music or Art Appreciation ** Social Science Electives: History of U.S. to 1876, History of U.S. since 1876, History of Civilization to 1700, History of Civilization since 1700, or Introduction to Sociology *** Program Electives: Theatre Production I, II, or III; American Cinema, Copywriting, Media Ethics, Internship, Documentary Film-making, Sound Design for Film, Makeup, or Costume |
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Associate Degree - Music Concentration
| FIRST SEMESTER | ||
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| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| ENGL 1113 | Composition I | 3 |
| MUS 1083 | Music Theory I | 3 |
| TECH 1003 | Technical Math | 3 |
| CSCI 1003 | Computers and Information Processing | 3 |
| PSYC 2003 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| SECOND SEMESTER | ||
| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| ENGL 1123 | Composition II | 3 |
| MUS 1302 | Piano Class | 3 |
| MUS 1111 | Class Voice Instruction or MUS 1231 Guitar Class I | 3 |
| SPCH 1113 | Principles of Speech | 3 |
| MUS 2003 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| Social Science Elective* | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| THIRD SEMESTER | ||
| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| HIST 2013 | History of U.S. to 1876 or | |
| HIST 1003 | History of Civilization to 1700 | 3 |
| MUS 1252 | Sight Singing and Ear Training I | 3 |
| MUS 1312 | Piano Class | 3 |
| Music Electives*** | 3 | |
| Fine Arts Elective** | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | ||
| COURSE | SEM. HR. | |
| HIST 2023 | History of U.S. since 1876 or | |
| HIST 1013 | History of Civilization since 1700 | 3 |
| MUS 2402 | Basic Conducting | 3 |
| MUS 2503 | Music Performance | 3 |
| TCOMM 1303 | Audio Production | 3 |
| Program Electives** | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| Program Total | 60 | |
| * Fine Arts Electives: Literature I or II, Theatre Appreciation, or Art Appreciation ** Social Science Electives: History of U.S. to 1876, History of U.S. since 1876, History of Civilization to 1700, History of Civilization since 1700, or Introduction to Sociology *** Music Electives: Piano Class, Private Piano Instruction, Guitar Class, Private Guitar Instruction, Private Voice Instruction, Private Organ Instruction, and SouthArk Singers |
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Guidelines for Script Submission
- The script and its treatment must be submitted on a CD or by email (see address below). The writer(s) name, address, and telephone should be included.
- Length of the script should not exceed 90 minutes (pages). Running time and the treatment should not exceed two pages double-spaced.
- The script must be the original work of the screenwriter(s).
- The script that is selected to be produced as a movie becomes the property of South Arkansas Community College. However, full credit will be given to the screenwriter(s). No payment, fee, stipend, etc. actual or implied will be paid to the scriptwriter. SouthArk will relinquish all rights to the screenplay after completion of the Film Festival competitions.
- South Arkansas Community College reserves the right to edit the script for production purposes, which will not affect the storyline. The screenwriter(s) cannot hold liable South Arkansas Community College, the Performance and Media Arts Division, or its employees for these changes.
- The script must be easily produced in South Arkansas. (e.g., forest, rivers, bayous, small towns, rural or urban . . . NO deserts, mountains, etc.)
- The script should be family oriented and not contain excessive violence or abusive and suggestive language.
- The script must not have been previously optioned, produced, or purchased.
- The script must be in English.
- Multiple screenplays are accepted but each submission requires a separate entry form.
- South Arkansas Community College is not responsible for screenplay CDs lost, stolen, or lost in shipping.
- Judges' decisions are final.
- Submissions must be in standard motion picture script format.
- The title should appear on each page of the script.
- Writer(s) name(s) should not appear anywhere on the script.
- Each script must include a four-sentence or fewer synopses.
- Scripts will not be returned.
- South Arkansas Community College reserves the right NOT to produce ANY script which is submitted if it does not meet the needs or guidelines of the production team.
- The screenwriter(s) will be invited to attend the premiere, receive a copy of the movie, and be credited for their work.
- All scripts must be received in our office no later than November 15th.
- All scripts received after November 15th of each year will be judged in the following year's competition.
Office Occupations
This program provides education to students seeking employment in this challenging and rewarding career. Graduates of this program are employed in support roles in businesses, schools, or wherever organizational, computer, and interpersonal skills are important.The program offers a certificate of proficiency for approximately one semester (five months) of college work. The program features courses in word processing, accounting, management, business communications, electronic publishing, psychology, and English.
Certificate of Proficiency
| ACCT 2003 | Principles of Accounting I or | 3 |
| ADMS 1003 | Introduction to Accounting | |
| ADMS 1023 | Intermediate Keyboarding | 3 |
| ADMS 2803 | Administrative Technology | 3 |
| CSCI 2143 | Microcomputer Business Applications | 3 |
| ENGL 1123 | Composition I | 3 |
| MGMT 1113 | Introduction to Management | 3 |
| Semester Total | 18 |
A certificate of proficiency may be awarded to an Office Occupations student completing the courses listed for the first semester if the student has completed Fundamentals of Math or has a minimum score of 36 on the Numerical Skills section of the COMPASS.
Technical Certificate
| BUS 2063 | Business Communications | 3 |
| MATH 1333 | Math for Business Applications or | |
| MATH 1023 | College Algebra* | 3 |
| CSCI 1903 | Desktop Publishing I | 3 |
| CSCI 2413 | Advanced Microsoft Office or | |
| CSCI 2223 | Excel | 3 |
| Business Elective (BUS, ACCT, CSCI, ADMS, | 3 | |
| ENTR, BLAW, or MGMT) | ||
| Semester Total | 15 |
Associate of Applied Science
| BUS 1003 | The American Enterprise System | 3 |
| ENGL 1123 | Composition II | 3 |
| PSYC 2003 | General Psychology or | |
| SOC 2003 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| ENGL 2113 | Advanced Grammar and Composition | 3 |
| BUS 2043 | Customer Service and Support | 3 |
| MGMT 2113 | Management Skills | 4 |
| ADMS 2703 | Professional Projects and Portfolio Design | 4 |
| Business Elective (BUS, ACCT, CSCI, ADMS, ENTR, BLAW, MGMT) | 4 | |
| Semester Total | 27 | |
| PROGRAM CREDIT HOUR TOTAL | 60 |
