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In recent times we have heard a lot of debate about the different types of TV ratings and what each one means. Many people are unaware of the different sub-codes that usually accompany the rating in the upper left corner of the TV screen within the first 5-10 seconds of a show. The ratings are not shown on all shows and sometimes not at all, as is the case with shows on NBC. So, you ask, what are the different rating types?  Educational or Informational programming, usually on PBS.
 Children's programs, OK for all children.
 Children's programs, designed for children 7 and older.
 General Programming, OK for all audiences.
 General programming, parental guidence suggested.
 General programming, designed for people 14 and older.
 General programming, designed for mature audiences.
Then there can be sub-codes on these ratings. The different sub-codes are: V = Violence L = Offensive Language S = Sexual Content D = Derogatory Language |