MTC Fast Facts

The following Fast Facts reflect the exemplary career education, workforce preparation, adult education, and continuing training provided by Manatee Technical College in 2024-2025 academic year. Download the full version of the MTC “Fast Facts” brochure:

FAST FACTS (PDF, 4.3MB)

Adult Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Developing 21^st Century Skills: Key Facts

Over 50 Career and Technical Education programs
Workforce Ready Training Financial Aid available for those who qualify
Career-in-a-year programs available
Industry-trained instructors
Largest ESOL program in Manatee County
Apprenticeship and GED opportunities

CTE Enrollment

1,800

Graduation Rate

83%

Job Placement Rate

82%

Career in a Year Programs

Licensure, Certification, College Credits

Adult Career and Technical Education Programs

Licensure / Certification Exam Pass Rate

98%

Programs With Certification or Licensure

86%

Programs With Articulated College Credits

75%

MTC Today

Manatee Technical College is one of 52 public tech centers/colleges in 32 school districts in Florida. MTC offers training for careers in 13 of the 15 in-demand industries requiring technical certification in Sarasota and Manatee counties. The Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation, Manatee Chamber of Commerce, CareerSource Suncoast, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance, and many local companies count on MTC to help meet local workforce demands and attract new business and industry to the Bradenton area. Over 300 local companies serve on our programs’ Advisory Committees.

Students Support and Financial Aid

Adult Career and Technical Education Programs

Awarded in Scholarships

$2.6M+

Students Awarded Financial Aid

72%