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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
Areas of Study
The college classifies its programs into to broad areas:
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.
(Note: Not all programs are necessarily available at all locations.)
Communication
Computer Networking
Graphic Design
Health and Human Services
Information Technology
Management and Administration
Medical Assisting and Nursing
Medical and Dental Administration
Multimedia and Web Design
Photography and photo journalism
Science Technologies
Visual Arts
(Note: Not all degrees and coursework are necessarily available for all programs of study.)
Degrees or Coursework
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