Florida Career College

Florida Career College

Overview of Florida Career College

Since 1982, Florida Career College has been providing students with education focused on developing relevant, marketable job skills. Today the college has campuses in Hialeah, Lauderdale Lakes, Miami, Pembroke Pines and West Palm Beach in South Florida. There are also two Tampa/St. Pete area locations in Brandon and Clearwater which were formerly called EduTech Centers before being acquired and renamed Florida Career College in 2007.

Florida Commission for Independent Education has awarded Florida Career College collegiate status. The Commission for Independent Education has accredited its Allied Health Medical Programs’ curriculum.

Points of Distinction

• Several programs leading to professional certification
• Multiple campuses in South Florida and Tampa areas
• Learning-by-doing philosophy

Areas of Study

The college classifies its programs into to broad areas:

• Healthcare
• Business and Technology

Florida Career College offers Diploma, Associate’s of Science Degrees and Bachelor’s of Science Degrees, depending on the particular program the student chooses. Also, many programs prepare students for professional certification, often a necessary and valuable credential for career advancement.

Florida Career College Admissions and Financial Aid

Students planning to attend the college must have a high school diploma or have an equivalent credential, such as a GED. The college admission process is non-competitive.

A recent survey shows that the vast majority of attending students receive financial aid. However, each student’s financial situation is different and only those demonstrating need will be eligible for assistance.

Florida Career College Faculty Quality

The college’s faculty tends to be comprised of professionals in the fields that they teach.

Florida Career College Student Body

Based on a 2005 survey, there are roughly 4000 students enrolled at the college, distributed across the several campuses. Women outnumber men by more than a 2-1 margin, although ratios can vary greatly from program to program and from location to location.

Florida Career College Student Life

Students attending the college commute to classes. There are no college-sponsored dormitories. The proximity of the campuses to major metropolitan areas in Florida make for an exciting environment in which students can learn and later practice their new skills.

Programs of Study

(Note: Not all programs are necessarily available at all locations.)

Computer Science And Engineering

• Business Computer Programming
• Computer Network Engineer
• Computer Network Technician
• Web Site Administrator
• Web Site Designer

Design

• Web Site Designer

Mechanics And Repair

• Computer Repair Technician

Media

• Web Site Designer

Medical Administration

• Medical Office Administrator

Medical Support And Technology

• Medical Assistant Technician
• Medical Coding and Billing Specialist
• Medical Office Administrator

Office And Administration

• Office System Technologist

Therapy And Counseling

• Massage Therapy Technician

Florida Career College Degrees or Coursework

(Note: Not all degrees and coursework are necessarily available for all programs of study.)

Degrees or Coursework

• Associate
• Diploma

Florida Career College Campus Locations

Florida

• Hialeah
• Miami
• Pembroke Pines
• West Palm Beach

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