MISSION
Suncoast Technical College provides quality technical education to meet workforce development and community needs.
DESCRIPTION
STC serves more than 5,000 adult and high school students. We offer day and evening classes in over 30 technical programs as well as Adult Basic Education and Adult and Community Enrichment. High school students can dual enroll in many of our programs. Suncoast students have an opportunity to enroll in academic programs that include English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), GED® Preparation, and Adult Basic Education (ABE). We also offer extensive Continuing Education Programs.
SERVICES/PROGRAMS
STC programs are build around Florida State Standards and meet current workforce needs. We offer individualized programs with the following characteristics:
• Competencies based on skills and knowledge needed for the workplace
• Evaluations based on performance
• Varied instructional strategies to support different learning styles
Our Instructors are certified by either the State of Florida’s, Department of Education or the School Board of Sarasota County. Instructors who are certified by the local school board are required to have a minimum of three years of experience in their field. Each of STC’s programs maintains an advisory committee with a total participation of over several hundred businesses and community members to ensure that students are well prepared to enter the workforce after graduation. This collaboration fosters numerous partnerships, cooperative agreements, and apprenticeships, and provides a valuable resource for STC graduates.
ACCREDIDATIONS:
Suncoast Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. Suncoast Technical College is also certified, accredited, or approved but multiple program-specific bodies. Learn more.
STUDENT SERVICES
We look forward to assisting you on the path to your career! Learn more.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Suncoast Technical College offers career & technical education programs in over 30 areas. Choose from a variety of career options within the fields of Business & IT, Criminal Justice, Health & Public Services, Human Services & Hospitality, and also Industrial Technologies! In addition, we also offer online programs. Explore Career Paths.
SUNCOAST CAREER CENTER
Suncoast Career Center (SCC) at Suncoast Technical College is your next step to success! With a new skill set and a quality technical education that meets workforce development and community needs, the time is here to CATAPULT YOUR CAREER. Don’t wait!
Students: STC offers an array of opportunities to assist you in achieving your career goals, including placement services. While we can’t guarantee job placement or the accuracy of every posting, we are committed to supporting you in your job search. If you’re a student job seeker, check out the STC Career Center JOB BOARD below and take the next step toward your dream career! Learn more.
Fast Track: Fast-Tracking provides hands-on, accelerated, and effective training that assists in securing employment and allows employers to have skilled employees needed to fill in-demand positions in just a few weeks. This is a curriculum built by employers. They select the skills required to become successful entry level employees. Training takes just 4 months. It is held in the evening so you can work during the day. CareerEdge offers resume assistance and mock interviews with employers. Bridges to Careers, soft skills training is also included. Learn more.
Employers: If you have a job opportunity, we would love to help you find the right candidate. Simply follow the instructions below to be connected with our talented pool of students and take your business to the next level! Learn more.
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
• Sarasota Campus at 4748 Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34233 | 941.924.1365
• North Port Branch at 4445 Career Lane, North Port, FL 34289 | 941.257.2252
• Alta Vista Extension at 1050 S. Euclid Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34237 | 941.361.6400
• Fire Science Academy Extension at 794 Circus Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34237 | 941.361.6629
