Career & Technical Education
FTC's Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs focus on high-demand trades to meet business and industry needs in Flagler County and the surrounding areas. Students learn practical, specialized skills from industry professionals in a personalized and hands-on learning environment.
Many of our CTE programs offer students the opportunity earn industry certification. Apprenticeships are also available for eligible students in selected programs. FTC partners with Flagler Schools to create a seamless transition from secondary to postsecondary education through our dual enrollment CTE programs. Each CTE program is aligned with a Florida Department of Education career cluster.
CTE Program Registration Calendar 2022–23
- Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology
- Early Childhood Education
- Electrician
- Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology
- Electrician
- Emergency Medical Technician - ATD
- Heavy Equipment Operations Technician
- Nursing Assistant - CNA
Industry Certification Programs
- Commercial Vehicle Driving
- Cosmetology
- Early Childhood Education
- Emergency Medical Technician - ATD
- Facials Specialty
- Heavy Equipment Operations Technician
- Medical Assisting
- Nursing Assistant - CNA
- Phlebotomy
CTE Programs
Architecture and Construction
Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology Apprenticeship
Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction
Program Hours: 450 Classroom Instruction/6,000 On-the-Job Training
Program Contact: Paul Kocsis, 386-447-4345 x1236
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
The HVAC Apprenticeship program prepares students for employment or advanced training in the heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration and ventilation industry.
Registered Apprenticeship is a highly structured training system in which the apprentice works full-time (40 hours per week) during the day for a sponsoring employer, learning skills of the trade. Apprentices earn a progressive wage—as their skills increase, their wages increase (usually every six months). There are both union (joint) and non-union (non-joint) programs. Apprenticeship programs are required to follow state and federal apprenticeship rules and regulations.
The Heating and Air Conditioning Installer Servicer Apprenticeship program is a three-year program. Students must be working in the field to be eligible for this program.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded to the student upon successful completion of all program requirements.
Careers
Apprenticeship Information
Electrical Apprenticeship
Career Cluster: Apprenticeship Program
Program Hours: 600 Classroom Instruction/8,000 On-the-Job Training
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Contact: Paul Kocsis, 386-447-4345 x1236
Program Description
The Electrician Apprenticeship program prepares students for employment or advanced training in the electrical industry.
Registered Apprenticeship is a highly structured training system in which the apprentice works full-time (40 hours per week) during the day for a sponsoring employer, learning skills of the trade. Apprentices earn a progressive wage—as their skills increase, their wages increase (usually every six months). There are both union (joint) and non-union (non-joint) programs. Apprenticeship programs are required to follow state and federal apprenticeship rules and regulations. A minimum of 144 hours of related instruction for each year of apprenticeship is required.
The Electrical Apprenticeship program is a four-year program. Students must be working in the field to be eligible for this program.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded to a student upon successful completion of all program requirements.
Careers
Apprenticeship Information
Education and Training
- Child Care Center Operations
- Early Childhood Professional Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship Program
- Childcare Development Specialist Renewal Course (CDA Renewal)
- Director Credential Renewal/Advanced Director Renewal
Child Care Center Operations
Career Cluster: Education and Training
Program Hours: 45
Program Contact: Shari DeMayo, Program Facilitator 386-447-4345 x1261
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Education and Training career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Education and Training career cluster.
The content includes, but is not limited to: organizational leadership, financial management, legal obligations and responsibilities, educational programming, marketing strategies, assessment, monitoring practices, observations, referrals, and collaboration of programs with families and community resources. Child Care Center Operations prepares students to become Center Directors. Completion of the class is required for the foundational level of the state mandated Child Care Director’s Credential. The course is offered to Early Childhood Education teachers, owners, and operators.
Scholarship opportunities are available through The Florida Children’s Forum TEACH program.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion of all program requirements. Students who complete this course will earn a Childcare Center Director Certificate and 4.5 continuing education units.
Careers
Early Childhood Professional Certificate
Career Cluster: Education and Training
Program Hours: 600
Program Contact: Shari DeMayo, Program Facilitator 386-447-4345 x1261
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Education and Training career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Education and Training career cluster.
The content includes, but is not limited to competencies related to the following elements of the Early Childhood Education Industry: planning, management, finance, technical and production skills; underlying principles of technology, labor, community, health, safety and environmental issues; and developmentally appropriate practices for children birth through age eight.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded to a student upon successful completion of all program requirements.
Careers
Early Childhood Professional Career Summary
The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) lists the FTC placement rate (2018–19) for this field at 100%.
Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship Program
Career Cluster: Education and Training
Program Hours: 300 Classroom Instruction/4,000 On-the-Job Training
Program Contact: Shari DeMayo, Program Facilitator 386-447-4345 x1261
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
The Early Childhood Education program prepares students to earn a Florida Department of Education Early Childhood Professional Certificate (ECPC). Instruction includes learning activities provided in a laboratory setting using hands-on experiences with the equipment and materials appropriate to program content. Activities provide instruction in the use of manipulative equipment; language development; creative art, music, science, and dramatic play; developmentally appropriate practices; brain research; classroom management; and Child Development Associate (CDA) competencies.
Completion meets the requirements for the Florida Staff Credential mandated by the Department of Children and Families. Through an agreement with the Department of Children and Families students who complete this program will be awarded nine (9) college credits toward an associate degree in Early Childhood Education.
Instruction includes learning activities that provide students with the ability to:
- Plan a safe, healthy, learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Advance children’s physical and intellectual development
- Positively support children’s social and emotional development
- Establish productive relationships with families
- Manage effective program operation
- Maintain a commitment to professionalism
- Observe and record children’s behavior; and utilize principles of child development and learning
Students must be employed in the field to be eligible for this program.
Apprenticeship Information
Childcare Development Specialist Renewal Course (CDA Renewal)
This 45-hour course is for the preschool teacher who needs a higher level of training to renew their CDA Credential. The teacher will receive 4.5 C.E.U.s.
This class includes a higher level of training for the teacher in the following areas: personality training, brain development, review of the DCF Standards, bullying, character development, managing behavior, autism, and special needs, curriculum lesson plans, and classroom organization.
Schedule
Courses are scheduled every four months. Classes are held on five Saturdays from 8:30 am–5:30 pm.
Cost
$280.00 payable by check or money order (made out to Flagler Schools), Visa, or MasterCard before the course begins.
Scholarships may be available through The Florida Children's Forum, TEACH.
Director Credential Renewal/Advanced Director Renewal
This is a 45-hour course for the Director who needs a higher level of training to renew their Florida Director Credential. The director will receive 4.5. C.E.U.s.
This class includes a higher level of training for directors and anyone renewing their Florida Director Credential. This class includes a higher level of training for directors in the following areas: inclusion, asthma, cultural diversity, sexual harassment in the workplace, childhood nutrition, homeless children, domestic violence, obesity in children, labor laws, quality extended day, autism, grief in children, diabetes-nutrition, ADHD, and family involvement.
Schedule
Courses are scheduled every four months. Classes are held on five Saturdays from 8:30 am–5:30 pm.
Cost
$280.00 payable by check or money order (made out to Flagler County Schools), Visa, or MasterCard before the course begins.
Scholarships may be available through The Florida Children's Forum, TEACH.
Health Science
Health Science programs are designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the medical field. Through specific competencies and clinical rotations, work alongside professionals, students will gain valuable insight into their chosen field. Communication and interpersonal skills, employability skills, work attitudes including teamwork and leadership skills, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills are stressed throughout the program.
- Emergency Medical Technician - ATD
- Medical Assisting
- Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Phlebotomy
Emergency Medical Technician - ATD
Career Cluster: Health Science
Program Hours: 300
Program Contact: Chris McDermott, CTE/AGE Coordinator 386-447-4345 x1204
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Health Science career cluster.
This is an instructional program that prepares students for employment as emergency medical technicians SOC Code 29-2041 (Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics) to function at the basic pre-hospital emergency medical technician level and treat various medical/trauma conditions using appropriate equipment and materials. The program prepares students for certification as EMT's in accordance with Chapter 64J of the Florida Administrative Code. The program must be approved by the Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services, and the curriculum must adhere to the US Department of Transportation (DOT) National EMS Education Standards for EMT. This is the initial level for a career in emergency medical services and the primary prerequisite for paramedic training and certification.
The content includes, but is not limited to: patient assessment, airway management, cardiac arrest, external and internal bleeding and shock, traumatic injuries, fractures, dislocations, sprains, poisoning, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, acute abdomen, communicable diseases, patients with abnormal behavior, alcohol and drug abuse, the unconscious state, emergency childbirth, burns, environmental hazards, communications, reporting, extrication and transportation of patient. The student must be proficient in patient assessment and evaluation, the use of suctioning devices, oral and nasal airways, resuscitation devices, oxygen equipment, sphygmomanometer and stethoscope, splints of all types, pneumatic anti-shock garments, extrication tools, dressings and bandages, and stretchers and patient carrying devices.
Licensure/Certification
This program is an Applied Technology Diploma (ATD) program that is part of a technical degree program and is less than 60 credit hours, and leads to employment in a specific occupation. An ATD program may consist of either technical credit or college credit. A public school district may offer an ATD program only as technical credit, with college credit awarded to a student upon articulation to a community college.
Careers
Medical Assisting
Career Cluster: Health Science
Program Hours: 1300
Program Facilitator: Chris McDermott CTE/AGE Coordinator 386-447-4345 x 1204
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
The Medical Assisting program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster, provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Health Science career cluster. This program is designed to prepare students for employment as Medical Assistants SOC 31-9092.
The content includes, but is not limited to, communication, transcultural communication in healthcare, interpersonal skills, legal and ethical responsibilities, health-illness concepts, administrative and clinical duties, emergency procedures including CPR and first aid, emergency preparedness, safety and security procedures, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and employability skills.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded to upon successful completion of all program requirements, including satisfying the TABE requirement. The student is prepared to sit for the certification exam for Registered Assistant through American Medical Technologists and the fees for practice exam costs are included in the cost of the program. Having this certification upon completion of a program enables the student to be uniquely prepared for employment.
Careers
Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Career Cluster: Health Science
Program Hours: 165
Program Contact: Chris McDermott CTE/AGE Coordinator 386-447-4345 x 1204
Campus Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster. This program is designed to prepare students for employment as nursing assistants, nursing aids, and orderlies, nurse aides in nursing homes or SOC Code 31-1014 Nursing Assistants.
The content includes, but is not limited to, interpersonal skills, medical terminology, legal and ethical responsibilities, safe and efficient work, gerontology, nutrition, pet-facilitated therapy, health and safety including (CPR)—Heartsaver level, and employability skills.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded to a student upon successful completion of all program requirements. In order to be eligible for hire, the student must pass the State Examination for Nursing Assistant and receive the designation of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Careers
Nursing Assistant Career Summary
The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) lists the FTC placement rate (2016-17) for this field at 86%.
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Career Cluster: Health Science
Program Hours: 600
Program Contact: Chris McDermott CTE/AGE Coordinator 386-447-4345 x 1204
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Health Science career cluster.
This program is designed to prepare students for employment as advanced cross trained nursing assistants (patient care technicians), SOC Code 29-2099.00 (Health Technologists and Technicians), Health Care Technicians, Patient Care Assistants, Nursing Aides and Orderlies (66008439), Home Health Aides (66011456), or Allied Health Assistants. This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills, expanding the traditional role of the nursing assistant, for both acute and long term care settings.
The program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the healthcare industry: planning, management, finance, technical and production skills; underlying principles of technology; labor issues; community issues; and health, safety, and environmental issues.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded to a student upon successful completion of all program requirements. In order to be eligible for hire, the student must pass the State Examination for Nursing Assistant and receive the designation of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Careers
Phlebotomy
Career Cluster: Health Sciences
Program Hours: 165
Program Contact: Chris McDermott CTE/AGE Coordinator 386-447-4345 x 1204
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Health Science career cluster.
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as phlebotomists SOC Code 31-9097 Phlebotomists. The content includes but is not limited to communication, leadership, human relations, and employability skills; performance of safe and efficient work practices in obtaining adequate and correct blood specimens by capillary or venipuncture on adults, children and neonates; maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test to be performed; preparing blood smears; labeling specimens accurately and completely; collecting timed specimens; promoting the comfort and well-being of the patient while performing blood collecting duties; observing safety policies and procedures; medical terminology; emergency procedures including CPR (Heartsaver); delivering a variety of clinical specimens to the clinical laboratory; sorting and recording specimens received in the laboratory; centrifuging specimens and preparing aliquots of samples according to the designated protocol; distributing samples to appropriate laboratory sections; and preparing collection trays for specimen procurement.
Licensure/Certification
A voluntary national certification is available through an exam offered by:
The National Health Career Association
7500 West 160th Street Stilwell, Kansas 66085
800-499-9092 x8223
Eligibility
- Have a High School Diploma or equivalency and have completed an NHA approved training program, or;
- Have a High School Diploma or equivalency and have worked in the field for a minimum of one (1) year
Careers
Human Services
Cosmetology
Career Cluster: Human Services
Program Hours: 1200
Program Contact: Adrienne Harvey, Program Facilitator, 386-447-4345 x3290
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
The Cosmetology program prepares students for a career in the professional care of nails, skin, and hair. The program provides students training in the theory and practical skills needed in the beauty industry as a licensed cosmetologist. Students will learn the proper procedures and techniques related to nails, skin, and hair. Skills practiced in a salon atmosphere include manicures, pedicures, nail extensions, facial treatments, hair removal, waxing, makeup artistry, shampoos and sets, permanents, scalp treatments, haircuts, hair coloring, and proper sanitation.
The content also includes Florida law and Board of Cosmetology rules, ethics, human relations, sales techniques, business management, employability skills, and safe, efficient work practices.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion of all program requirements. Students must complete a Board of Cosmetology approved four-hour HIV/AIDS course before the certificate is awarded. Students must complete an application with the Board of Cosmetology on the Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s (DBPR) website and pass the Florida State Board of Cosmetology examination in order to work as a cosmetologist.
Fees for the Board of Cosmetology Application and State Board Exam are included in the cost of the program.
Careers
Hairdresser, Hairstylist, and Cosmetologist Career Summary
Manicurist and Pedicurist Career Summary
Facials Specialty
Career Cluster: Human Services
Program Hours: 220
Program Contact: Adrienne Harvey, Program Facilitator 386-447-4345 x3290
Location: Flagler Technical College
Program Description
The Facials Specialty program prepares students for a career in the professional care of the skin. The program provides students training in scientific principles and fundamentals related to the structure and function of the skin, bacteriology, sanitation procedures, chemistry, and electricity. Students will receive instructions on basic facials, skin analysis and protocols, massage techniques during facial manipulations, hair removal, color theory, makeup application, lash application, and brow and lash tinting.
The content also includes Florida law and Board of Cosmetology rules, ethics, human relations, sales techniques, business management, employability skills, and safe, efficient work practices.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded to a student upon successful completion of all program requirements. Students must complete a Board of Cosmetology approved four-hour HIV/AIDS course before the certificate is awarded. Students must complete an application with the Board of Cosmetology on the Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s (DBPR) website for their specialty registration in order to work as a Facial Specialist.
Fees for the application are included in the cost of the program.
Careers
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist Career Summary
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Commercial Vehicle Driving
Career Cluster: Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Program Hours: 320
Program Contact: Bruce Winters, Program Facilitator 386-447-4345 x1193
Location: FTC Industry Center
Program Description
The Commercial Vehicle Driving program prepares students for entry into the trucking and logistics industry. Students explore career opportunities and requirements of a professional commercial vehicle driver. Students study vehicle safety, accident prevention, operating regulations, cargo handling, documentation procedures, pre-trip preparation, vehicle inspection, maintenance, service, control procedures, backing, coupling, uncoupling, maneuvering, road and hazardous driving skills, math, communication, employability, entrepreneurship, and licensing requirements.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded to a student upon successful completion of all program requirements.
Careers
Commercial Vehicle Driving Career Summary
Third-Party Testing and Refresher Courses
FTC also offers third Party Testing for Class A, B, and C licenses as well as a Commercial Vehicle Driver Refresher Course. For information on testing or the refresher course, please contact Bruce Winters directly at 386-447-4345 x1193.
Heavy Equipment Operations Technician
Career Cluster: Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Program Hours: 900 Classroom Instruction/1,200 On-the-Job Training
Program Contact: Bruce Winters, Program Facilitator 386-447-4345 x1193
Location: FTC Industry Center
Program Description
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics career cluster.
The content includes but is not limited to: communication skills, leadership skills, human relations and employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, and skills to operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment such as crawler tractors, motor graders, scrapers and shovels or cranes. Students training on one machine must complete all related program content.
Licensure/Certification
A certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion of all program requirements.