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Keiser University eCampus Publishes 2012 Class Schedule

for Online Aquatic Engineering Degree Program

Flexible schedule allows students around the globe

to earn a two-year Associate of Science Degree while they work.

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, January 9, 2012 —The 2012 class schedule for the only two-year Associate of Science college degree program for pool and spa professionals is now available. Keiser University offers students a flexible program for working professionals who are interested in enrolling in the Associate of Science, two-year Aquatic Engineering Degree Program available through its eCampus online degree program center.  Students can enter the program at any time during the year. Each class is offered in one month modules. The degreed program, now in its eighth year, has a strong student following because it allows students to earn their degree while they work, and offers excellent employment opportunities post-graduation.

“Many of our students have been in the industry for over 10 years. It gives me great pleasure to watch them grow in their professional learning. It gives me hope that the future of the pool industry will rest on highly educated professionals,” says Connie Sue Centrella, M.B.A., and Department Chair.

 Students who enroll are involved in one-to-one, online education with the instructor, and online dialogue with other students. Each week, the students participate in learning activities, reading assignments, threaded discussion topics, weekly live chat rooms, and Webliography assignments. The students receive prompt feedback and responses to their questions within 24 hours. Students will also learn more about the business of managing aquatic facilities, service, and pool & spa retail stores during each module. The online format makes it possible to offer a global study program that enables schedule flexibility and increased access to those currently employed.

 Following is the 2012 twelve month schedule of Aquatic Engineering degree courses:

 The program includes new energy efficiency and eco-friendly technologies in each module.

The Keiser University Aquatic Engineering Degree is 60 semester hours. Each student is required to complete 36 credit hours of major courses and 24 credit hours of general education courses. The degreed program encourages students to broaden their knowledge in all aspects of swimming pool and spa management and operation.  It is offered exclusively online, making the degree program available to the national and international community of pool and spa professionals, and those who seek employment in the field.

 For more information about the Aquatic Engineering Degree at Keiser University, visit www.keiseruniversity.edu and click on online education, call 888-453-4737, or email admissions@keiseruniversity.edu. Scholarships opportunities are available for graduates of the CPO^® Certification program and the CPI^™ program.  

About Keiser University

Keiser University, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with 14 campuses throughout Florida, offers degrees, including MBA and Ph.D., in high-demand fields in computer technology, aquatics, medical, business, and legal disciplines.  Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, (404-679-4501) to award the associate’s and bachelor’s degrees, Keiser offers its 8,200 students small class sizes and scheduling that accommodates working adults. Keiser University’s eCampus online currently serves students throughout the nation and overseas.            

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