Southern Philippines College (SPC) is a private educational institution located on Julio Pacana Street, Licuan, Cagayan de Oro, 9000 Misamis Oriental, Philippines. The school is dedicated to delivering quality education from the basic education level to graduate programs, fostering the development of future professionals rooted in academic excellence, faith, nationalism, and humanitarianism.
History
Southern Philippines College was established in 1981 through the vision of Engr. Apolinar Y. Garcia and Atty. Claudio M. Aguilar, alongside the Board of Directors of the Bermuda Shopping Center, now known as Benito-Raymunda Realty Corporation. The school was founded to utilize the real properties of Don Benito R. Garcia and Doña Raymunda Yabut Garcia for the benefit of youth education. Formally approved by its incorporators on October 2, 1981, the school was registered as Southern Philippines Academy, which later became Southern de Oro Philippines College, under SEC Registration No. 101440.
Basic Education Programs
- Kindergarten: SPC follows the K to 12 Kindergarten Curriculum Framework, ensuring young learners (5 years old and above) are equipped with the skills and preparation needed for primary education.
- Elementary (Grades 1 to 6): SPC provides quality elementary education that supports the holistic development of students during their formative years, following the K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum.
- Junior High School (Grades 7 to 10): The junior high school program at SPC prepares students for the challenges of senior high school and develops future global professionals instilled with values of faith, nationalism, and humanitarianism.
Senior High School Tracks
SPC offers a variety of academic and technical-vocational tracks to meet the diverse interests and career aspirations of students:
- Academic Tracks:
- ABM (Accounting, Business, and Management)
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
- HUMSS (Humanities and Social Sciences)
- General Academics (GAs)
- Tech-Voc Track: Courses aimed at equipping students with practical and technical skills.
Undergraduate Programs
SPC provides a wide range of undergraduate programs designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for professional success:
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Secondary Education
- Certificate of Professional Teaching (Prof Ed)
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor of Arts Major in English
- Bachelor of Arts Major in Economics
Graduate Programs
SPC also offers advanced education for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise:
- Master of Arts in Education Major in Educational Management (MAED): Focuses on management techniques in academic institutions, human relations skills, and professional competency.
- Master of Arts in Secondary Education (MASE): Aims to develop competitive educational managers and instructional specialists.
Contact Information
Address: Julio Pacana Street, Licuan, Cagayan de Oro, 9000 Misamis Oriental, Philippines
Email: registrar@spccdo.edu.ph
Website: www.spccdo.edu.ph
Southern Philippines College remains steadfast in its mission to contribute to the welfare and growth of the youth through education, providing opportunities for learning and personal development for generations to come.
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