The campus of Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center is in Live Oak, FL, which is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2007-2008, Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center had 97 students enrolled (147 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission at Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center is to provide opportunities for the development of qualified workers for the job market, to enable students to become self-sufficient and self-confident, and to encourage students become highly productive citizens with positive values."
More complete details are provided below.
Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center
415 SW Pinewood Dr
Live Oak, FL 32064
General Phone: (386) 364-2750
http://www.suwannee.k12.fl.us/shtc
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 32 | nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse |
| Family and Social Work | 7 | child care provider, child care management |
| Medical Administration | 5 | medical secretary |
| Mechanics and Repair | 5 | autobody repair, automobile mechanics |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 4 | cosmetology |
| Office and Administration | 0 | office management |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 0 | chef training |
| Medical Support and Technology | 0 | blood bank tech specialist, radiation therapist |
| Construction Trades | 0 | masonry |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | construction engineering tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 35 | 7 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 18 | 7 |
In 2007-2008, Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center had a total enrollment of 97 students (147 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 17% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Unknown | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 15% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 16 % |
| Part-Time | 8 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 77% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Live Oak, 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:
Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 752500)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Mason/Masonry
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Care and Support Services Management
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Blood Bank Technology Specialist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Offers credit for life experience
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
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