Southern Technical College

The electrical industry is one of the most exciting fields in construction. The Electrical Trades program available at Southern Technical College is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills you will need to pursue a career in a number of different areas of employment.

With a solid balance of classroom instruction and hands on training, students in the Electrical Trades program will learn to install, upgrade, repair and maintain various types of electrical systems. At STC, our laboratory provides hands on experience for you to learn wiring methods and techniques that simulate real world job conditions. Graduates from our Electrical Trades program have the skills and knowledge necessary to build a career as an electrician in the residential, commercial, industrial, maintenance and service fields.

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The 9-month HVAC diploma program is offered with the intent of preparing students for entry-level employment. The purpose of this program is to provide students with a foundation of knowledge and technically oriented experiences in the application of technology systems. The heating air conditioning and refrigeration technology (HVAC) program prepares students to install and service residential and light commercial air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems. This program is available only for individuals possessing one or more of the following: an academic associate's degree or higher or a recommendation from a sponsoring agency.

The Associate of Science degree program in Applied Electronics Technology – HVAC Major – is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment to install and service residential and light commercial air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. The program is designed to provide students with a foundation of knowledge and technically oriented experiences in the application of HVAC systems. The program requires a minimum of 91.5 credits to complete.

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Southern Technical College’s welding program in Auburndale, Orlando & Sanford offers an Associate’s Degree in Welding Technology. Our Welding Technology program teaches students welding processes that involve Fillet, Groove, Shield Metal Arc and MIG/TIG components along with advanced techniques used for pipe welding. The welding classes at Southern Technical College offers more than just the technical skills to become a welder.

Welding students are exposed to the necessary business and technology programs used in today’s current job market. Southern Technical College students gain the essential knowledge to operate, oversee and assist with various welding operations. Upon graduation, with these new skill sets, students have an edge in today’s competitive workplace; where modern welding jobs are continuing to place emphasis on computer-aided manufacturing equipment and automated welding systems.

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Southern Technical College’s welding program in Auburndale, Orlando & Sanford offers an Associate’s Degree in Welding Technology. Our Welding Technology program teaches students welding processes that involve Fillet, Groove, Shield Metal Arc and MIG/TIG components along with advanced techniques used for pipe welding. The welding classes at Southern Technical College offers more than just the technical skills to become a welder.

Welding students are exposed to the necessary business and technology programs used in today’s current job market. Southern Technical College students gain the essential knowledge to operate, oversee and assist with various welding operations. Upon graduation, with these new skill sets, students have an edge in today’s competitive workplace; where modern welding jobs are continuing to place emphasis on computer-aided manufacturing equipment and automated welding systems.

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Are you looking to learn how to safely work with electrical wiring and circuits to become an Electronic Technician? If so, consider career training in Southern Technical College’s Electrical Technology Diploma program. This program is designed to train students for entry-level employment as electrical technicians. The program provides a foundation of knowledge and technically oriented experiences in the application of relevant technology systems. Finish in as fast as 10 months.

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Don’t just work on computers for fun – turn your love for technology into a career in IT. At Southern Technical College, our Associate’s Degree in Network Engineering and Administration can help you learn the principles and terminology of network administration as you prepare for a career in a variety of entry-level positions in computer network technology and administration.

At Southern Technical College, our computer training courses allow you to apply your knowledge through hands-on, real-world scenarios and simulation using current network technology. You can study topics like virtual servers, cloud computing and IT forensics. Many core courses apply directly to industry standard certifications such as CompTia, Microsoft, Cisco and Computer Forensics Investigation, and can provide a strong base for obtaining positions in Network Engineering and Administration.

The Medical Assisting diploma program is designed to prepare students for positions as entry-level medical assistants in a physician’s office, or other medical facilities. This program focuses on providing instruction, through a combination of classroom, laboratory and clinical experiences, in the skills necessary to assist physicians in both the administrative and clinical duties of a medical facility. The program requires a minimum of 51 credit hours to be completed in approximately 10 months.

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Do you have what it takes to work in a pressure-filled environment that requires close attention to even the smallest details? Take the first step with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Southern Technical College’s Surgical Technician program. This program is designed to prepare students to work as a surgical technician in a lifesaving team in a fast-paced, challenging setting, in several healthcare facilities including hospitals, medical centers and public or private surgical centers. Finish in as fast as 24 months, and be ready to take the certification exam in surgical technology given by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

Program overview:

• 2-year Associate of Applied Science Degree
• A set of required materials and textbooks are provided at no additional cost
• Hands-on learning
• Two 250-hour externships

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In our Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) degree program, you can learn to harness the power of technology and gain the skills it takes to find a challenging and rewarding new career. Today’s healthcare professionals rely on high-tech equipment to diagnose and treat patients effectively.

Program overview:

• Can be completed in 24 months
• Consists of hands-on instruction from experienced professionals
• Offers flexible scheduling. Day and evening classes available
• A set of required materials and textbooks are provided at no additional cost
• Externship that allows you to apply learned skills and competencies
• Eligible to sit for the national certification exam

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Southern Technical College’s Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting can help you prepare for a career in the healthcare field. For many, working in the healthcare field isn’t just a dream – it’s a calling. If this sounds like you, our Medical Assisting Associate’s degree program is a great way to get started in the healthcare field.

This Medical Assisting program is designed to expose you to both the administrative and clinical aspects of a healthcare environment, and includes courses in medical theory and terminology, clinical procedures, medical billing, and anatomy and physiology. Medical Assistants work closely with doctors and are often the main point of contact with a patient. Medical Assistants play an important role in a well-managed medical office and have a variety of responsibilities.

The diploma program in Veterinary Assisting is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment as an assistant to a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician. The program will provide students with a foundation of knowledge in ethics and law, animal anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and animal care activities. Through hands-on learning, students will learn to keep medical and imaging records, offer client education, assist with nursing duties, prepare for surgeries, and assist in a routine exam. This program includes a clinical externship experience.

Perform a diverse variety of tasks in customer/client service and education; front desk and clerical responsibilities; preparation of exam rooms; and assisting in areas of filling scripts, setting up lab work, and assisting with nursing and animal care. Veterinary assistants work under the supervision of veterinarians and veterinary technicians, through the establishment of standard levels of knowledge, practical experience, and skills.

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Today’s nurses play a crucial role in the healthcare system. People in need of medical attention rely on nurses not only for their extensive nursing knowledge, but also for their support and caring nature. If you have a natural inclination to help others and a desire to work in the healthcare field, our Associate’s degree in Nursing is for you.