Community Colleges in Florida
Community/Technical Colleges with Construction Pathways
These institutions offer certificates, diplomas, associate degrees (e.g., AS in Construction Management), and dual-enrollment for high school students, often with NCCER and industry certifications.
| College | Location | Program Details |
|---|---|---|
| Lake-Sumter State College | Leesburg, FL | Career and Technical Education Pathways in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Dual enrollment with local high schools; Focus on building trades and management; Partnerships with Lake County Schools. |
| State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota | Bradenton, FL | Construction Technology AS; NCCER Core, OSHA-10; Certificates in carpentry, electrical; Dual credit with high schools via Tampa Bay Career Pathways Consortium; Prepares for workforce entry. |
| Miami Dade College (Technical Colleges and Adult Education Centers) | Miami, FL | Building Construction Technologies, Architectural Drafting; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Post-secondary pathways with apprenticeships; Industry-aligned for high school graduates. |
| Florida Panhandle Technical College | Chipley, FL | Construction Technology; NCCER Core/Level 1, OSHA-10; Certificates and diplomas in building trades; Affordable workforce training with career pathways. |
| Flagler Technical College | Palm Coast, FL | HVAC, Electrician, Cosmetology (with construction crossovers); NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Dual enrollment with Flagler high schools; Focus on technical trades. |
| Pasco-Hernando State College | New Port Richey, FL | Building Construction Management; NCCER-aligned, OSHA-10; Associate degrees with apprenticeships; Partnerships with Pasco County Schools. |
| Seminole State College of Florida | Sanford, FL | Construction Management AS; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Dual enrollment with Seminole County high schools; Hands-on labs in building and design. |
Additional Resources
- FLDOE CTE Programs: 17 career clusters with Architecture & Construction offering 17+ courses; Visit fldoe.org for district-specific searches and Return on Investment Reports for certifications.
- Get There FL: Statewide initiative listing 17 career pathways with hundreds of programs at 28 state colleges and 48 technical centers; Focus on stackable credentials.
- Funding and Expansion: Supported by Perkins V grants; Emphasis on equity, with programs for underrepresented students and green construction.
- Certifications: Common include NCCER, OSHA, and industry-based credentials (IBCs) for college credit or job placement.
For programs in specific counties (e.g., Orange, Broward), contact local districts or FLDOE. Florida has over 4,000 public schools, with CTE in most high schools.