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Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center was originally founded as the Northside Technical School in 1937. It was renamed Miami Technical High School during World War II. In the 1950s, the name was changed to Lindsey Hopkins Education Center. Situated in Miami, Florida, the institute was given its present name in the late 1900s. Commonly referred to as LHTEC, this training institute prepares students for various state licensing examinations. Programs are offerd in architecture, arts, communications, health science, hospitality, tourism, transportation, distribution and logistics, and manufacturing among others.
LHTEC has a Library Media Center through which students can access various databases. Financial aid is offered to eligible candidates. The institute participates in Federal Pell Grants, Florida Student Assistance Grants, and District Financial Assistance Programs. In addition, students can apply for the Vocational Rehabilitation Services, South Florida Workforce (One Stops), and the SAVES program.
Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center is located in Miami, FL (a large city). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in nutrition and exercise therapy.
Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center is an open-admission school.
The school had 1,057 enrolled students in 2007-2008. Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center has a large minority student population. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
More complete details are provided below.
Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center
750 NW 20 Street
Miami, FL 33127
http://lindsey.dadeschools.net
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 131 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, home health aide, health aides |
| Medical Support and Technology | 34 | phlebotomy, surgical tech, dental assistant |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 27 | manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor, facial treatment |
| Education and Teaching | 11 | early childhood education |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 5 | culinary arts services |
| Construction Trades | 4 | power transmission, masonry |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 4 | dietetics and clinical nutrition |
| Mechanics and Repair | 3 | automobile mechanics, HVAC |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | computer systems tech, electronics tech |
| Medical Administration | 0 | medical billing |
| Design | 0 | fashion design |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 0 | commercial art |
Number of programs and degrees for Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 120 | 10 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 96 | 11 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 3 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center had a total enrollment of 1,057 students (842 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 5% |
| Black | 62% |
| Hispanic | 31% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 9% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 21 % |
| Part-Time | 24 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Miami, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 558600)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
Mason/Masonry
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts and Related Services, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies, Other
Home Health Aide/Home Attendant
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Other
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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