Colleges & Trade Schools in Florida

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Trade schools in Florida offer students a convenient way to get their foot in the door of a new career. Students can learn skills to help them succeed in a variety of fields, from healthcare to skilled trades to digital arts or computer technology. Some programs are designed for careers like cosmetology, dental assistant training, and veterinary technician education. Others prepare students for more general fields such as business administration, computer technology, health care, information systems, and many others.



Keiser University

  • Clearwater
  • Daytona Beach
  • Fort Lauderdale
  • Fort Myers
  • Jacksonville
  • Lakeland
  • Melbourne
  • Miami
  • Naples
  • New Port Richey
  • Orlando
  • Pembroke Pines
  • Port St. Lucie
  • Sarasota
  • Tallahassee
  • Tampa
  • West Palm Beach
  • Accounting
  • Business Administration
  • Crime Scene Technology
  • Criminal Justice
  • Cybersecurity
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography
  • Forensic Investigations:
    • Investigations Concentration
    • Science Concentration
  • Graphic Arts and Design
  • Health Services Administration
  • Homeland Security
  • Information Technology
  • Integrated Marketing Communications - Public Relations
  • Medical Administrative Billing and Coding
  • Medical Assisting
  • Medical Laboratory Technician
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology
  • Nursing BSN (RN to BSN)
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Paralegal Studies
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Psychology
  • And More!

Tulsa Welding School

  • Jacksonville
  • Electrical Applications
  • Electro-Mechanical Technologies
  • Professional Welder
  • Refrigeration Technologies

J-Tech Institute

  • Jacksonville
  • Automotive Technology
  • Diesel Technology
  • HVAC-R
  • Marine and RV Technology

Florida Technical College

  • DeLand
  • Kissimmee
  • Lakeland
  • Orlando
  • Pembroke Pines
  • South Miami
  • Tampa
  • Baking and Pastry
  • Business Administration
  • Business Office Specialist
  • Computer Support Technician
  • Construction Management
  • Culinary Arts
  • Electrical
  • Electrical with PLC
  • HVAC/R
  • HVAC/R with PLC
  • Information Technology with Emphasis in Cybersecurity
  • Medical Assistant Technician
  • Medical Assistant Technician with Emphasis in Basic X-Ray
  • Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
  • Welding

Fortis

  • Cutler Bay
  • Orange Park
  • Pensacola
  • Port St. Lucie
  • Cosmetology
  • Dental Assisting
  • HVACR
  • Medical Assisting
  • Nursing
  • Practical Nursing
  • Surgical Technology

SAE Institute

  • Miami
  • Audio Technology

Full Sail University

  • Winter Park
  • Computer Animation
  • Computer Science
  • Creative Writing
  • Cybersecurity
  • Digital Arts & Design
  • Entertainment Business
  • Film
  • Game Art
  • Game Business and Esports
  • Game Design
  • Game Development
  • Graphic Design
  • Information Technology
  • Media Communications
  • Music Business
  • Music Production
  • Recording Arts
  • Show Production
  • Simulation & Visualization
  • Sports Marketing and Media
  • Sportscasting

ECPI University

  • Orlando (Lake Mary)
  • Cyber and Information Security Technology

National Aviation Academy

  • Tampa Bay
  • Advanced Aircraft Systems
  • Aviation Maintenance Professional
  • Aviation Maintenance Technician

Southern Technical College

  • Auburndale
  • Brandon
  • Orlando
  • Port Charlotte
  • Sanford
  • Tampa
  • Electrical Technology
  • Electrical Trades Technology
  • HVAC
  • Medical Assisting
  • Veterinary Assisting
  • Welding Technology

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute

  • Orlando
  • Motorcycle Technician Specialist

Universal Technical Institute

  • Miramar
  • Orlando
  • Automotive Technology
  • Aviation Maintenance
  • Diesel & Industrial Technology
  • Welding Technology

Marine Mechanics Institute

  • Orlando
  • Marine Mechanic Training


How much does trade school cost in Florida?

Young woman with blonde hair sitting on a bicycle, wearing a denim jacket and carrying a backpack, looking over her shoulder with a smile in an urban setting.The average tuition and fees at four-year universities and colleges in Florida, according to National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) data from 2020-2021:

  • Public schools: $4,541 (in-state); $18,322 (out-of-state)
  • Private schools: $28,860

How old do you have to be to attend a Florida trade school?

Students must be 16 years old, have completed high school, or have their GED to attend vocational schools.

How does Florida's state financial aid work?

The Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) is facilitated by the Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA). It will determine your eligibility for grants, scholarships, and other programs that assist in covering or offsetting school costs. You can read the full list of grant and scholarship programs offered through the state of Florida at the OSFA link above.

Is there financial aid for postsecondary education in Florida?

The U.S. government offers a variety of options for federal student aid, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) determines which forms of aid are available to you and in what amounts. Completing the FAFSA should be one of the first steps you take in your search for funding.


Vocational Training for a New Career in Florida

Many opportunities are available to those who want to pursue higher education in Florida. You just need to decide what you want to learn and where you will attend.

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