Florida Technical College

Florida Technical College Admissions and School Information

Florida Technical College is a private, for-profit educational institution with locations in Lakeland, Orlando, DeLand and Jacksonville. The school offers certificate and associate degree programs in criminal justice, paralegal studies, medical assisting and many other areas.

General Information about Florida Technical College

Established in 1982, Florida Technical College provides training and education to students interested in entry-level jobs in business, information technology and healthcare. The college has accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.

Florida Technical College began by offering degrees in computer technology and business management technology but has since expanded its programs to meet the needs of the growing student body. The college adds programs frequently; the paralegal studies program was added in 2005.

Admissions and Enrollment Information

Students interested in applying to Florida Technical College are encouraged to schedule interviews with admissions representatives. The college encourages all applicants to complete an online form to start the process. The online form requires an applicant to give his or her name, address, phone number, e-mail address, preferred campus, major and the date of completion for a high school diploma or GED. Once this form is received by the school, an admissions representative will contact the applicant and provide information on deadlines and admissions requirements.

Divisions of Florida Technical College

Healthcare Division

The Healthcare Division at Florida Technical College consists of vocational programs for aspiring medical assistant technicians, medical assistants, medical administrative assistants and medical billing and coding specialists. The Associate of Applied Science program in Medical Assisting prepares graduates to sit for the Registered Medical Assistants exam. Some of the topics covered in the course include properly sterilizing medical instruments, preparing laboratory specimens, taking medical histories and examining patients.

Computer Science Division

The Computer Science Division consists of eight programs in areas of network administration, business and management technology, computer information science and web and graphic design. The diploma program in network administration can be completed in seven months and prepares students for Microsoft Windows 2003 certification. Students enrolled in the Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Science program with a computer drafting and design concentration can apply for entry-level CAD operator positions.

Criminal Justice Division

The Criminal Justice Division is comprised of two programs in paralegal studies and criminal justice. The A.S. in Paralegal Studies prepares students for entry-level careers as paralegals in law offices, government agencies and corporate legal departments. The program combines paralegal and general education classes. The A.S. in Criminal Justice prepares students for careers in security, corrections, police enforcement and the court system. Students learn how to interpret evidence and use statistical models.

Contact Information

  • Address: 12689 Challenger Parkway, Ste. 130, Orlando, FL 32826
  • Phone Number: (407) 447-7300