Manatee Technical College students graduate | From the Bradenton Herald

Manatee Technical College students graduate | From the Bradenton Herald

Even though the caps may be uncomfortable to wear, they’re a sign to everyone what the students at Manatee Technical College have accomplished, according to Samantha Illes, one of the student speakers at graduation. “But these hats do not convey what we are yet to achieve,” said Illes, who graduated from the patient care technician…

24 National SkillsUSA Champions for Manatee Technical College

24 National SkillsUSA Champions for Manatee Technical College

(Bradenton, FL—June 27, 2016)   Manatee Technical College has 24 new SkillsUSA National Champions.  The students brought home 7 gold medals, 5 silver and 12 bronze medals from the 2016 National SkillsUSA Championships on Saturday.  The week-long industry-sponsored event was held in Louisville, Kentucky, June 19-24. MTC’s digital programs performed very well at the national…

MTC students film theatre production to help disabled adults

MTC students film theatre production to help disabled adults

Loveland Players is a partnership between the Venice Theatre, a community theatre in Venice, Florida, and the Loveland Center, which helps adults with developmental disabilities become more self-sufficient and interconnected within the community. This is the 21st year of the partnership. MTC student Amity Hoffman, who holds a Bachelor’s degree in fine arts, is working…

Optometric assisting students graduate Manatee Technical College | From the Bradenton Herald

Optometric assisting students graduate Manatee Technical College | From the Bradenton Herald

BRADENTON — Eight students in the optometric assisting program at Manatee Technical College graduated Saturday in Wagner Auditorium. “You are proof we have met our mission,” said Doug Wagner, director of Manatee Technical College and Adult Career and Technical Education. Class speaker Samantha Santaw said: “This program has opened doors to any career in the…

State College of Florida to expand class offerings at Manatee Technical College | From the Bradenton Herald

State College of Florida to expand class offerings at Manatee Technical College | From the Bradenton Herald

An expanding partnership between Manatee Technical College and State College of Florida means more opportunities — and more locations — for students to fulfill some of the core course requirements. After hosting one class successfully at MTC’s main campus on State Road 70 this spring, SCF is advertising two more classes for the MTC location…

Manatee Technical College to offer health career summer camp | From the Bradenton Herald

Manatee Technical College to offer health career summer camp | From the Bradenton Herald

BRADENTON- A grant from the Gulfcoast South Area Health Education Center will allow high school students to explore health care career fields during a free summer camp at Manatee Technical College. The health careers summer camp will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 13-20 at the MTC East Campus. A maximum of 20…

Growth in Manatee County sparks need for firefighters | From YourObserver.com

Growth in Manatee County sparks need for firefighters | From YourObserver.com

Jeff Dirling, a captain at the North River Fire District, remembered a time following 9/11 when a surge of Americans rushed to become firefighters. Patriotism was at an all-time high and the job of being a first responder was front-and-center after the heroic efforts of firefighters at the World Trade Center in 2001. “Everyone thought…

MTC Workforce Training Initiative to offer Security Officer course

MTC Workforce Training Initiative to offer Security Officer course

(Bradenton, FL—May 18, 2016)   Manatee Technical College (MTC) Workforce Training Initiative will offer a Class “D” Security Officer training course beginning June 3, 2016. Upon completion of the 40-hour course, students will be eligible to apply for a class “D” security license and employment. Recruiters will be on campus upon completion of class. This…

Expo and Job Fair at MTC Wednesday 5/11, 1:30-5:30 p.m.

Expo and Job Fair at MTC Wednesday 5/11, 1:30-5:30 p.m.

Manatee Technical College is hosting a job fair for Manatee County Government on May 11, 2016, from 1:30-5:30 p.m.  Positions available range from entry level to management.  Interested applicants will have the opportunity to meet hiring managers and representatives from various departments, including Manatee County EMS and the 12th Judicial Court.  Attendees will also have…

Manatee Technical College alumni, volunteers are honored | From the Sarasota Herald Tribune

Manatee Technical College alumni, volunteers are honored | From the Sarasota Herald Tribune

Manatee Technical College presented awards to alumni and volunteers during its annual advisory committee dinner meeting on April 7. Director Doug Wagner presented a certificate of appreciation to Tropicana for the company’s contribution to Florida’s first Remote Area Medical expedition and continued support of MTC’s farmworker career development program. Scott McGarrity and Fernando Olvera accepted…

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