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Florida Technical College was founded in 1982 to provide post-secondary training in specialized business fields. FTC offers both associate degree and diploma programs in today's fastest growing occupations, such as medical assistant, business, paralegal studies, medical administrative assistant, network administration, programming, and computer drafting and design.
FTC has added new locations and programs to meet the changing needs of the Florida community. The Orlando main campus and Jacksonville main campus were first opened in 1982. The Lakeland branch was founded in 1990 and the DeLand campus followed in 1997.
Florida Technical College programs are exciting and dynamic, evolving over the years to meet the needs of students and the job marketplace. Business and Management Technology and Electronics/Computer Technology degrees were first offered in 1984, followed by the Computer Drafting and Design degree in 1986. Medical Administrative Assistant and Network Administration/Programming degrees, and Network Administration and C++/JAVA Programming diplomas were added to the curriculum in 1996. Network Administration/Hardware was offered in 2001, Web Site and Graphic Design in 2002. Medical Assistant was offered in 2003, and Paralegal Studies was added in 2005.
Accredidation
Florida Technical College is a Junior College accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award Associates of Science degrees and academic diplomas. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. Its accreditation of degree-granting institutions also is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The Council is located at 750 First Street, NE, Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002 (202/336-6780).
Mission
The mission of Florida Technical College is to provide education and training that enables graduates to obtain entry-level employment. Florida Technical College is committed to encouraging the intellectual pursuits of men and women in a variety of business and technical areas. The College strives to maintain the flexibility necessary to meet the needs of a diverse population and the varying educational requirements prompted by the changes in the society it serves. The College recognizes the need to encourage creative activities and community involvement commensurate with institutional resources and abilities.
Objectives
Florida Technical College is committed to your success. Our objectives are designed to help students develop the skills and confidence they need to find employment and compete in today's job marketplace.
- To prepare men and women in occupational skills necessary to qualify them for entry into their chosen fields.
- To encourage intellectual pursuits and personal development needed to meet the demands of our high-tech society.
- To provide a faculty and administrative staff which possess the technical expertise and facility to instill the highest level of professional performance and behavior.
- To provide the necessary modern facilities, equipment, and professional educators which will enhance a productive learning experience.
- To provide an overall atmosphere that will advance the growth of mature and professional attitudes.
Why Choose FTC?
The right environment for learning
At Florida Technical College, we strive to make each student feel special. We do this by providing individual attention, guidance and personalized career services. We offer a supportive environment which we believe is most conducive to learning and to personal and professional growth.
Smaller classes for individualized attention.
The key to our individualized career programs begins with the classroom. Florida Tech students are able to receive the personal attention they need to increase their understanding and improve their skills. Smaller classes mean students enjoy greater access to our computers and laboratories, gain more hands-on experience and develop important skills more quickly.
"Focused" learning - an innovative approach to education.
FTC students typically take only one course per month. This focused hands-on approach helps students turn theory into practice and fosters better learning by allowing students to concentrate on one subject with one faculty member at a time.
Flexible class schedules.
To accommodate the individual needs of our students, day and evening classes are available. For added convenience, the computer labs have both scheduled and open time periods, Monday through Friday.
Career assistance to help you find the job of your dreams.
Career placement assistance and services are available to our students from admission through graduation and beyond. Each student receives ongoing career services from our instructors, administrative staff and Career Assistance office. Career services augment the student's formal academic experience, providing the skills and training needed to find the right job and build a rewarding career.