The Marine Technology modular curriculum has been designed with diverse academic and vocational requirements. Hands-on applied learning, student mastery of skills and academics performance are the guiding principles for student success.

The 32 week two-semester program can lead to commercial diving industry certifications from both The Association of Diving Contractors (ADC) and The Association of Commercial Diving Educators (ACDE) under ANSI/ACDE-01-1998 as required by OSHA in the United States.

The curriculum has been designed for those who are disciplined, professional and serious about professional marine technology careers. SBCC's unique program offers multiple career options at affordable community college tuition rates.

The program is structured so that modules can generally be completed in two successive semesters for those who choose to attend full-time. For those students desiring to earn a college certificate or an A.S. degree, an additional 1-2 semesters may be required, depending on prior coursework and transfers. Part time attendance is common for working adults and students.

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SBCC is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Approved by the California Department of Education for the training of vetrans under provisions of the GI Bill or Rights, and the US Immigration and Naturalization Service for non-quota immigration students in accordance with the Immigration Act of 1924.

The Marine Technology program is fully accredited by the Association of Commercial Diving Educators (ACDE), the National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI) and is a member of the Association of Diving Contractors (ADC).