HIGHERTECH WINTER\SPRING 2018
THE MAGAZINE OF CAPE CORAL TECHNICAL COLLEGE
MAKING A
Difference PRACTICAL NURSING STUDENTS ARE DOING BIG THINGS
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE Vet Assisting | Circuit Builders | The Dental Assistants | Cosmo Expansion | Medical Administrative Success | Culinary Carving
STAFF
FEATURES
L AY O U T Todd Calfee Joshua Moses
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PHOTOGRAPHY Daniel Lowe Erick Quincoses EDITORIALS Linda Andreassi Robert Boysel Anthony Bu-Jimenez Darling Catalan Christopher Deshields Ana Lemos Stephanie Lewandowski Erick Quincoses Lauren Rolston Ashley Romeo PROOFING Melody Allen Alina Bernal Christopher Deshields Judy Johnson Elisabeth Marrone Kevin Hawk Tracy Misner Joshua Moses
NEWSWORTHY
VETERINARY ASSISTING, THE STUDENTS' PERSPECTIVE
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
CIRCUIT BUILDERS
THE DENTAL ASSISTANTS
COSMO EXPANSION
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE SUCCESS
¿POR QUÉ ESCOGER EL DISEÑO DIGITAL?
CULINARY CARVINGS
CAREER PROGRAMS
MY HURRICANE IRMA EXPERIENCE
STUDENT PROFILES
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www.capecoraltech.edu/information/gainful-employment-disclosures
ON THE COVER PRACTICAL NURSING STUDENTS JOSHUA STEPHENS & YEMISI SMITH
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The December 2015 edition of the publication, College Measures, compared the median wages of students graduating from various postsecondary institutions. Florida Gulf Coast University’s median firstyear earnings of graduates with Bachelor’s degrees equaled $33,848. The statewide median first-year earnings of graduates with Bachelor’s degrees equaled $33,718. In comparison, the median first-year earnings of Cape Coral and Fort Myers Technical College graduates was $35,524!
DIRECTOR'S NOTES For many students, earning a degree from a four-year college or university is not a realistic goal. For others, they found college to be lacking in hands-on learning or were left with a degree that does not lead to lucrative employment. Cape Coral Technical College students earn industry certifications and licensures that lead to high-paying jobs in rewarding careers right here in Lee County! Did you know that the average time it takes a student to complete a bachelor’s degree is 54 months, and 39 months for an associate’s degree? Technical college programs range from 2.5 months to 20 months in length. The completion, placement and licensure rates of Florida’s technical colleges last year were 85%, 86% and 93% respectively! Education at a technical college yields a great return on investment! Cape Coral Technical College and Fort Myers Technical College operate as part of the School District of Lee County and are accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. We are postsecondary technical colleges that offer more than 45 career and technical education programs that lead to industry certification and licensures in a multitude of fields. With small class sizes, low tuition costs and hands-on training, technical colleges provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to enter and advance in high paying jobs. Most programs can be completed within two semesters and include careers in health, business, human services, information technology, manufacturing, transportation and public safety.
Another very important consideration in choosing a school is the amount of student loan debt a student will be expected to incur. Students graduating from a four-year college average $40,000 in student loan debt. Cape Coral Technical College student loan debt averages $0! Not only are our programs low in cost but they also qualify for the following financial aid sources: Federal Pell Grants, Florida Prepaid College Fund, Veteran’s Educational Benefits, Florida Bright Futures Scholarships, CareerSource Southwest Florida and Vocational Rehabilitation. Lee County Technical Colleges work with community leaders to ensure we provide postsecondary learning opportunities that meet the needs of the local workforce. Our colleges are able to respond quickly to business and industry needs, and our focus is on job placement and attainment of industry credentials. Because the focus is on students and employers, Florida’s Technical Colleges directly impact economic growth in Florida. Our mission at Cape Coral Technical College is to prepare students for employment by providing quality, technology-oriented education delivered by a professional, caring staff in a positive learning environment. Our faculty and staff are committed to employing our core values; Accountability, Commitment, Respect, Integrity, and Leadership; to accomplish this mission. If you are already a student at Cape Coral Technical College we thank you for placing your trust in us to help you achieve your career goals. Everyone at CCTC cares about you and your future! Thank you,
Judy Johnson
Director, Cape Coral Technical College
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
AGRICULTURE veterinary assisting
..... BUSINESS medical administrative specialist
..... HEALTH dental assisting medical assisting medical coder/biller nursing assistant pharmacy technician practical nursing surgical technology
..... HOSPITALITY barbering cosmetology culinary arts
..... TECHNOLOGY digital design electronic systems technician electronic technology network administration technology support services
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NEWSWORTHY 7.5.17 DENTAL ASSISTANT GRADUATION
Justine Perez for graduating from the first Barber Program.
Congratulations to the first Dental Assisting class that graduated from Cape Coral Technical College. Due to the high demand, a second cohort has been added and begins on January 9, 2018.
10.23-10.25.17 SKILLSUSA TRAINING
10 students graduated from the Practical Nursing program. Congratulations!
Stephanie Lewandowski, Barber Educator, and Cristina Almadovar, Cosmetology Educator, attended the SkillsUSA conference in Leesburg, Florida for a 3 day workshop with other Technical Education schools in Florida and surrounding states for this year's Regional Skills Competition in February.
9.15.17 ELECTRONICS EMPLOYMENT
10.28.17 HAIR ARTISTRY COMPETITION
Electronics Technology would like to congratulate Thomas Gosma with his recent employment with Johnson Controls/ Simplex as an Fire Alarm Technician.
Carly Halvorson, Stephanie Pandora, Shannon Kazlauskas, Jasmine Harvey and Kirstie Dewitt in Cosmetology entered a Fantasy Hair and Makeup Competition at the location of Hair Artistry in the SE Cape Coral. Stephanie placed 1st, Jasmine placed 2nd and Kirstie placed 3rd. Money and prizes were distributed to the contestants. The whole competition was focused around our program and tickets and monies were donated to Puerto Rico hurricane relief.
8.25.17 PN GRADUATION
9.18.17 DONATIONS FROM THE CITY OF FORT MYERS The City of Fort Myers’ I.T Department donated 70 commercial grade switches, 30 commercial grade routers, and a large format HP Printer. 9.22.17 NURSING ASSISTANT ARTICULATED SUCCESSES
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11.2.17 NURSING ASSISTANT ARTICULATED SUCCESSES
12 students graduated from the Nursing Assistant Articulated program, 8 of which are already CNA's. Congratulations!
7 students graduated from the program and are waiting to take the Florida Certified Nursing Assistant examination. Congratulations!
10.18.17 COE ADVISORY BREAKFAST
11.4.17 CCTC OPEN HOUSE
Cape Coral Technical College welcomed members of our advisory committees to campus with a breakfast prepared by our Commercial Foods and Culinary Arts program.
Over 30 group tours and 26 new registrations resulted from Cape Coral Technical College's semi-annual Open House event.
10.20.17 BARBER GRADUATES
11.4.17 MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST
Congratulations to Camber Franklin and
Thank you to Diana Aranda, Christine
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Flesch, Johanna Switzler and Astrid Howell. They all volunteered to work the Open House on November 4, 2017. They did a fabulous job speaking to potential new students about Medical Administrative Specialist Program. Diana (Secretary) and Christine (Treasurer) are representatives of our Student Leadership Council. Thank you for supporting Cape Coral Techinical College! 11.7.17 MOCK INTERVIEWS SCORE organization's HR representatives gave 42 Cape Coral Technical College students a taste of real world interviewing. 11.14.17 JOB EXPO 35 Employers gathered for Cape Coral Technical College's Semi-Annual Job Expo event, targeting our highly qualified students. 11.15.17 THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON Students and staff celebrated Thanksgiving with a luncheon prepared by our Culinary Arts students. 12.22.17 PN GRADUATION Staff, students, and families celebrated the graduation of students from Practical Nursing. 12.22.17 SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY GRADUATION Staff, students, and families celebrated the graduation of students from Surgical Technology.
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VETERINARY ASSISTING, THE STUDENTS PERSPECTIVE Join a group of individuals with a common passion and interest in the animal field. In this course you will explore many different breeds and species. You will also learn how to tackle simple tasks and measures to maintain your future client’s health and happiness. Different skill sets including toe nail-trims, animal restraint, handling, and bathing techniques. We also cover more advanced skills such as identifying internal and external parasites, preventative medicine such as the importance of vaccines, and proper nutritional diets that may be required by the animal. “One thing I did in the Veterinary Assistant program that I enjoyed was visiting the Lowry Park Zoo. It was exciting to learn about the animal’s maintenance and care. A behind the scenes tour was given by zookeepers, whom were very informational. Seeing an elephant play a harmonica was unreal and something I will never forget. The best part about the tour was being able to get up-close and personal to a rhino. The skin felt like sand paper, which I was not expecting. Going behind the scenes to see what no others can, is a special opportunity. This was a fun experience that I would like to do again!” -Savana Rodriguez “The Veterinary Assisting program is a seven month course that takes you through some of the basics of animal care and nutrition. During that time period you will learn animal restraint, handling and care. The class also takes trips out to places like cattle farms, sanctuaries, and behind the scenes of the zoo. In order to make all this possible students raise money through fundraisers such as dog washes. Before entering the program, volunteering at
your local shelter or humane society would be very beneficial.” -Anaeli De leon-Perez “From volunteering with wolves, to working cattle, handling animals and learning practical skills for the field, we’ve done a lot and we have a lot left to do. Our class is a very involved, hands on experience that is truly unique. If you have a respect for animals and want to work with them but aren’t sure where to start, this might be the right place for you. I have always wanted to work with animals but I had no clue how to get into the field, and the education I’ve received has broadened my horizons and given me a clear path for my own future. In just a few months we’ve covered animal nursing, hematology, parasitology, medical terminology, animal husbandry, nutrition, and the list goes on. Veterinary assisting is a very versatile certification and allows you to work in many different places and is a stepping stone to something great. If you want to take your love of animals and channel it into a career, this is the place to start.“ -Andrew Vaughn Iffland “I highly recommend this program to anyone who is seeking a career in animal medicine. The knowledge we’ve acquired will prepare you for more than just veterinary assisting. There is a mix of book and hands-on skills that are applied on various off-site excursions to all types of facilities. In my personal opinion the professor and program exceeded my expectations and I am truly glad to be a student here!” -Bailey Dilgen
“The veterinary assisting program has proven to be a wholesome and incredible experience. Our mentor, Mrs. Braddock, is full of knowledge and stories of her time as a veterinary technician. In this class you can expect a lot of hard work, granted, there's always a great reward to follow. Field trips to dairy farms, zoos, beef farms, veterinary clinics, and much more are a regular occurrence in our program as our teacher believes in experience over text. Daily, you can expect to see a few dogs, or cats (depending on our mood) in the class to grant hands on experience in practicing the techniques and methods you'll need to succeed as a veterinary assistant. Our experience with Mrs. Braddock guiding this program has been excellent; we are all fully prepared to take on responsibility in a veterinary practice, as any student who is under her wing will be. The atmosphere of our class is more like family than a college class; while our tests are extensive, our work rigorous, and our studies long, we never fail. Those with interest in veterinary medicine will not regret entering this class, especially with Mrs. Braddock leading them.” -Haley Bistline The field of veterinary medicine is very rewarding as a career. Something different is happening every day, sometimes every hour of the day. The student experience here on campus begins with dog and cats, then moving forward to large animal, and exotic medicine. Within the first 3 weeks as a student the hands on experience begins, and does not end until successful completion of the program. -Sherry Braddock, CVT, Instructor
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JOSHUA STEPHENS, LINDA ANDREASSI (INSTRUCTOR), YEMISI SMITH, JOHANNAH OPAUSKI, YOLCIKA SINTAMOUR, & NICKI TORRES (INSTRUCTOR) IN PRACTICAL NURSING
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ere at Cape Coral Technical College, we take pride in our students' continued success, not only with the completion of the Practical Nursing program, but their many accomplishments afterwards. Our program is both rigorous and rewarding. The student’s classroom knowledge is obtained through lecture, videos, online educational resources, and textbooks. Learning skills, from simulation and skills check offs, are applied in the clinical setting. It is imperative that our students are prepared for clinical to safely administer medications and perform procedures within the PN scope of practice under the supervision of a nursing instructor. Our students receive many praises from nurses and staff from their clinical sites, such as how helpful, professional, caring, knowledgeable, and their willingness to learn is. We tell our students to treat every day as if they were on a job interview. To succeed, one must put forth commitment and sacrifice. In short, you get what you put into it. In twelve short months, our graduates will enter a profession with endless opportunities. Recently, two of our graduates were recognized and received the 2017 Commitment to Nursing Excellence Awards through Lee Health. Comments made about our students were: “Richard exhibits the core values of Lee Health daily by his commitment, integrity and willingness to support each patient he encounters” and “Shannon is a hardworking and devoted nurse whom the patients love”. One must understand that these two graduates have not been nurses long and were highly recognized out of thousands of Lee Health employees. Other accomplishments from our students has been through their participation by competing in the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) competitions. This year one of our graduates received the gold medal in pathophysiology at the international level. At the regional and state level, our students have received the gold and silver medals. This is an impressive accomplishment since they were competing against large universities such as the University of Florida, Florida State University, Nova Southeastern University, Florida Atlantic University, along with many other schools around the state at the state level. At the international level, competing schools were from Canada, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, and Utah.
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Many of our students further their education in nursing and become registered nurses (RNs), nurse educators, and/or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNPs). The students who are encountered in the workplace always reflect back on their education here at Cape Coral Technical College and are forever grateful. We try to instill in our students the major impact they have and make on another human being. Dr. Seuss once said: “To the world you may be one person; but to one person you may be the world”. Not everyone who enters the medical profession will possess all of the qualities it takes to make an excellent nurse. Nurses should be
WE CAN INSTILL OUR KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCES, BUT IT IS UP TO THE STUDENTS TO DECIDE WHAT KIND OF NURSE THEY WANT TO BE
compassionate, considerate, empathetic, sympathetic, honest, and responsible. A good nurse practices safe care, thinks critically, listens and communicates well with others. Here at school, we can instill our knowledge and experiences, but it is up to the students to decide what kind of nurse they want to be. Our goal is to prepare them for employment and to continue to make a difference. The PN program here at Cape Coral Technical College has been ranked as one of the top 30 LPN programs in the state of Florida, ranking at #5! Currently, our PN program has a 100% pass rate. We believe in Cape Coral Technical College’s values and mission statement and view the school as a small school doing big things.
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..... BY ROBERT BOYSEL & ANTHONY BU-JIMENEZ
TECHNOLOGY
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y first semester in the electronics technology program at Cape Coral Technical College, has not only met, but exceeded my expectations. In the three months I have been in the program, I have been exposed to learning material that I did not expect. My first week in class I was taught how to read and make car audio circuits with more than just some speakers. There are LCD screens, subwoofers, tweeters, and capacitors too. I was surprised at the amount of equipment we had to work with to create many different audio circuits. After the audio circuits, we began to learn about the basics of soldering. We started with removing and testing larger components with basic soldering irons, and have moved on to micro soldering, which utilizes a microscope and a highend soldering station to help remove components that may be only the size of a few grains of sand. Soldering has now become one of my favorite hobbies, and it is great that I can use that hobby in my future career. After a couple of weeks, I began to learn circuits on our Lab-Volt Solar/Wind Energy Training System. I was very excited to learn about the solar and wind energy circuits because I am most interested in solar as my future career endeavor. The module is very versatile. You can make circuits powered only by the solar panel, or directly from the wind turbine. In addition, we’re learning how to control
I WAS SURPRISED AT THE AMOUNT OF EQUIPMENT WE HAD TO WORK WITH
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and maintain them. Shortly after grasping the ins-and-outs of the training module, we had been given the challenge from Mr. Hart to design and construct an automatic solar powered composter for the culinary program. We are currently constructing it and expect to finish it very soon. Our main classwork is done on the computer through Mindsight Lab-Volt series, which contains many practice boards that pair with modules to learn from, starting from the basics of DC and AC and moving to digital circuits. I find the modules to be very helpful, in that there are many diagrams and moving pictures to show you exactly how things work and why; in addition to allowing you to work at your own pace. I find that this keeps me more focused on the material as I can take my time to make sure that I am comfortable with the material before I move on. A very helpful activity we did was SCORE, which was a professional development workshop. During certain dates we would spend about 2 hours developing skills for interviews like behavior and response. The staff help us build a resume for when we apply for future jobs. After being taught all the skills needed, they had us do a practice interview. We were graded on it and told what we should work on. It was a helpful experience in something that I didn’t have much knowledge about. The electronic technology course helps you expand your understanding not only of technology, but it also helps you with communication
and abilities that you could apply to your future career. The way the class time is divided between hands on learning and online lessons is perfect for making sure that you stay focused without getting tired of staying on a single activity. I also had a great time learning how to work the drones. We learned every aspect of the drone from how to set it up to controlling it. Mr. Hart trains one student on an activity, like flying the drones, and then he would have that student train another student. This way that student gains skills on training other people, which is an important skill to have in the workforce. One of the main focuses in this class is learning to build circuits and perform proper troubleshooting. We start off with simple circuits and as we progress the circuits start getting harder, until we eventually start working with transformers and the breaker box. Even when I’m doing online work I’m still doing hands on work. The online lessons require troubleshooting and measuring voltage, resistance, and current. To measure those things, we are trained on how to use an oscilloscope and digital multimeters. Electronic Technology has turned out to be a great overall experience in which I have developed many useful skills that I will need, not just for work, but to be a better person.
CIRCUIT BUILDERS
AUSTIN DUNCAN IN ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY
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GISSELLE IRIZARRY & ALAN MONTENEGRO IN DENTAL ASSISTING
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n the dental assisting program here at Cape Coral Technical College, students learn how the dental office runs, starting from the front office, through sterilization and to sitting chairside with the dentist. They learn the many different types of hand instruments, rotary instruments and handpieces the dentist uses and the correct way to transfer these items while assisting the dentist chairside. They learn about anatomy, physiology, tooth morphology, head and neck anatomy, pharmacology, microbiology, infection control, data collection, dental materials, dental specialties and radiology. The students are radiology certified upon graduation. There are several expanded functions the students are taught. Some of these include: clinical charting, polishing clinical crowns, taking alginate impressions, pouring study models, applying dental sealants, placing/ removing dental dams, placing/removing matrix bands, placing/removing retraction cords, placing/removing temporary restorations, applying liners and bases, suture removals, fabricating temporary crowns, removal of excess dental cement. Students also learn about orthodontics and oral surgery, endodontics and periodontics. Students have extensive training in infection control. They learn what should be worn when examining patients and proper PPE (personal protective equipment). How to sterilize instruments. How to load and clean the autoclave. How to seat and dismiss patients. They also learned about HIPAA rules. As a dental assistant, you will have contact with every patient who walks into the dental office, whether it’s by scheduling appointments, taking blood pressure readings or communicating post surgery instructions. Dental assistants can make a positive impact on people’s lives by providing them with quality oral health care and helping them feel more comfortable.
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career as dental laws are changing and the role of the assistant is increasing in regards to patient care. There are also many employment opportunities for dental assistants in today's workplace. Dental assistants can choose to work in private practices, insurance companies, federal and state funded health programs, public health departments as well as teaching community colleges or universities. The dental assisting program is 1230 hours in length, which is approximately 11 months long. Of the 1230 hours, 930 of them are spent on campus and the last 300 hours (the externship of the program) are spent in local dental offices where students get the opportunity to
DENTAL ASSISTANTS MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON PEOPLE’S LIVES BY PROVIDING THEM WITH QUALITY ORAL HEALTH CARE
practice the skills they have learned under the supervision of the dentist. The program is approved by the Florida Board of Dentistry. Upon graduation from the program, the students are given a certificate in Expanded Function Dental
Assistants (EFDA) for the state of Florida. This allows the dental assistants to perform duties under the supervision of a dentist and for which formal training is required. An expanded-function dental assistant (EFDA) is a clinical dental assistant who has acquired advanced training in clinical functions that have been approved by the Dental Practice Act within the state in which the EFDA is practicing, provided that he or she has met state requirements for these functions. The students will take the NELDA (National Entry Level Dental Assistant) certification exam prior to graduation. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, and holding a current CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation certification), students are eligible to sit for a certification exam given by Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Examinations are given in several specialty areas such as; assisting, practice management, oral surgery, and certified orthodontic assistant. Some states also offer certification for a registered dental assistant (RDA), which is a licensed credential. An RDA must graduate from an ADA-accredited dental assisting program, must pass a comprehensive written and clinical examination, and maintain his or her license on an annual basis. Many states require evidence of additional education for advanced functions and mandate completion of a written or clinical examination that is given by the state licensing agency. The Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) has assembled a comprehensive list of current legislative rulings for the certified legal functions that is permitted for each state. In order to know what your state requires as a dental assistant or to know what is permitted you can go to www.danb.org.
Students are also taught employability and professionalism skills. Soft skills are the personal attributes you need to succeed in the workplace. Regardless of the job you're applying for, you need at least some soft skills. They are taught how to effectively communicate with dentists and team members as well as the patients. They also learn how to write a resume and present themselves for an interview. Dental assisting is becoming an exciting WINTER/SPRING 2018
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HOSPITALITY
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he Cosmetology Program here at Cape Coral Technical College has greatly expanded since classes resumed in July. With the introduction of a Barbering Program, taught by Mrs. Stephanie Lewandowski, and the expansion of class size for Cosmetology, taught by Mrs. Cristina Almadovar, the program is thriving with students excited to learn. However, the program also has seven senior members who are ready to graduate and move on into the real world. These seven students have been working diligently towards their graduation dates, some in December 2017 before the holidays and others at the beginning of January 2018 due to the impact of Hurricane Irma in September. For some, this program has come as a career change. After working for years with a trucking company in Pennsylvania, Elizabeth Ritter, known as Liz by fellow students and clients alike, moved to Florida and started the program in January 2017. She will be graduating in December 2017 and has enjoyed the comprehensive learning experience that the school has offered her in pursuit to fulfill a lifelong dream. The ‘real world’ experience that Cape Coral Technical College’s salon floor provides has granted students an invaluable learning environment. Other students have harbored a lifelong infatuation for all things Cosmetology and have found a way to utilize those passions here. One of these students is Briana Daves. Briana has already secured employment with Salon Alverez here in
Cape Coral. She is currently a receptionist but will move into a stylist position after her completion of the program. Moreover, she has found the program to be fun and engaging in ways she never imagined it could be. Having expected the boring basics that students learn as foundational building blocks to encompass the entirety of the program, Brianna has often found herself pleasantly surprised by each of the guest speakers who bring new, sometimes strange, techniques into the classroom. Katelynn Alexander also holds this lifelong infatuation. Having first attended school for becoming a teacher she realized that she was truly enthusiastic about Cosmetology, not classroom teaching. She has called the program “fun, energetic and [that she] has a lot of amazing memories”. She started attending classes in January and has been going strong especially now in these last few weeks, not letting up on her salon services and making sure she still expands upon the knowledge she has already gained. Katelynn also had this to say about the program, “I really do recommend this program if you have a passion for hair, nails and skin. The two instructors explain things very well until you get the idea." Students like Amanda Denney and Kristi Preston have found that the program offers them a better way to provide for their families. Amanda remembers her first days in the program with fondness. She “was very nervous [but] everyone welcomed [her] with open arms”. Kristie has seen the program as a stepping-stone towards a better future for herself and her son. Both students have done everything that they can to ensure that they are present and working towards their licenses. Each loves what they have learned here in the mannequin lab, theory classroom and on the salon floor and how invested the instructors are in ensuring that they are successful. Amanda had this to say, “The school wants to see you be successful. I am getting ready to be done and am sad to go on to the next chapter even though I am ready for it”. Emily Lunger has come from a slightly different background than the other students. Her desire to attend and complete the program does not come
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THE PROGRAM IS THRIVING WITH STUDENTS EXCITED TO LEARN
from a lifelong dream or overwhelming enthusiasm for the trade. She attended Florida Gulf Coast University upon her high school graduation and decided that the university and her then program of study were not the right choice for her. After a bit of looking around at different courses in the university and other nontraditional vocational courses she decided on cosmetology. While she may have been wary on her first day of classes, she has since lost any inhibitions about the course. Emily has strived to do well in all facets of the class and embraced her newfound profession with an unrivaled gusto. Despite the ever-increasing size of the Cosmetology and newly introduced Barbering program, the instructors have managed to juggle every obstacle thrown their way. They have continued to devote their time not only to their new students, but also to their senior students, as well preparing them for anything that may come their way on the school’s salon floor or in the future when an instructor is no longer nearby to answer questions. THE CREATIVE TOUCH SALON at Cape Coral Technical College Open to the public Tuesday and Thursday: 10am - 3pm Friday: 9am - 3pm
COSMO EXPANSION
BRIANA DAVES & EMILY LUNGER IN COSMETOLOGY
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MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE SUCCESS BY ANA LEMOS
The Medical Administrative Specialist Program offers all the training necessary to be successful in your career. This program offers virtual, hands-on, and interactive training. The instructor will prepare you for real life experiences, such as, building a complete resume, preparing you for an interview, and how to conduct yourself during this process. These components help build confidence in the student’s abilities. This ten-month long program takes real world scenarios and forms them into active learning tools. With smaller classes, it helps create an open learning environment as well as a positive work space. Group activities range from classroom projects, to open discussions, which in turn equates to a higher success rate among students. During any given class day, students can expect to be tasked with a variety of responsibilities, such as answering the telephone, listening to and prioritizing messages, and building and filing paper charts. These are just some multitasking skills that students can expect to learn while adapting to a fastpaced learning environment. This course also features medical programs such as Medisoft, Practice Partner/Electronic Health Record, and virtual administrative skills. Some of the tasks you will learn are how to create patient records, import health history and interpreting patient files. Students will become proficient in the latest versions
of Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint to achieve Microsoft Specialist Certifications. Other certifications include but are not limited to; Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as well as Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) upon completion. This establishes that individuals are well trained and knowledgeable in the medical field, and can be held to a higher standard. This course requires a volunteer program at a medical facility of the student's choosing, which will help gain real work field experience. This program is a great way to gain medical knowledge, interact with others, and overall successfully complete your personal portfolio. The instructor, Ms. Lemos, is a former student from Cape Coral Technical College and the ultimate success story. She graduated from this program and later went on to work in a nationally-based dermatology office, where she continued her career and became a Location Manager. Ms. Lemos continuously strives to maintain up to date medical office knowledge, by bringing her experience from the work field into the classroom and building her classroom to resemble a real life working office environment. Ms. Lemos says “My ultimate goal is to make sure all students leave prepared for a successful career.”
¿POR QUÉ ESCOGER EL DISEÑO DIGITAL? DE ERICK QUINCOSES
En mi opinión, el Diseño Gráfico es una herramienta que ayuda en la comunicación de un determinado mensaje. El diseñador, con su trabajo de imágenes añade un poco de emoción o sentimiento lo cual permite a los lectores percibir o entender mejor a la hora de leer un artículo. El diseño gráfico para mi es una pasión mediante la cual tú experimentas una gran inspiración a la hora de crear nuevo contenido. Es como una llama dentro de ti, la cual crece cada vez más y se va alimentando con el paso del tiempo y la creación de nuevos proyectos. En mi caso es algo muy especial debido a que al principio no sabía el gran poder que tienes a la hora de diseñar y hacer tu propio contenido. Para mi es un arte el cual puede revelar muchos mensajes ocultos de los cuales te enamoras una vez que te das cuenta; y cuando este es reconocido positivamente por todas las personas que te rodean, es una sensación única la cual me gustaría que todas pasaran. No solo en una emoción personal, también es las satisfacción de que las personas mas allegadas a ti, que conviven contigo el dia dia se sientan orgullosos de ti y tiendan a darte su apreciación y apoyo a continuar. Pero cuáles son los motivos para escoger esta carrera la cual se va a convertir en una pasión al pasar el tiempo? La creatividad es un factor fundamental ya que es el toque que hace único e inigualable el trabajo al cual te estás dedicando. Otro motivo es la pasión, la cual juega un papel fundamental al crear tus propios diseños. Mi experiencia en este programa ha sido la mejor. Aquí puedes crear diseños únicos que las personas aprecian y te halagan por ello. Como estudiante de Diseño Gráfico mi pasión va creciendo con el paso de los días ya que me voy dando cuenta que es una carrera que merece la pena estudiar y de la cual uno puede sentirse orgulloso. Mis metas para el futuro son muy complicadas pero con esfuerzo y dedicación es posible alcanzarlas. Mi meta en un final siendo diseñador es poder crear mi propio negocio. Se que no va a ser fácil porque se necesita de mucho talento y dedicación la cual se que tengo y me motiva cada dia a seguir adelante y no detenerme por ningún motivo. Esta carrera promete y se especializa en la dedicación y el sacrificio que la pongas tú. Mientras mayor sea el sacrificio, mayor será tu recompensa al final y podrás tener un futuro prometedor del cual tú y toda tu familia estarán orgullosos.
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CULINARY CARVING
BY LAUREN ROLSTON & DARLING CATALAN
Last month our students enjoyed a special treat, a brunch buffet. Everything on the buffet was made from scratch by Cape Coral Technical College’s Commercial Foods and Culinary Arts students. There were scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, waffles, all kinds of pastries, every kind of fruit, bacon, sausage, and so much more! The oatmeal was made by a student, Nydia Concepcion-Cruz, from an old family recipe. The reason behind this yearly brunch is because we have our Council on Occupational Education breakfast that day. At that breakfast, our instructors meet with those working in their field and hiring people just like our students. These are our program advisory members. Our school gets to find out what the employers' needs are and what they need the students to be trained in. The breakfast/brunch that the culinary students host serves multiple functions. First of all, it gives back to the business people who take time to be COE program advisory members. Secondly, it gives Chef Jack Elias, our culinary arts instructor, an opportunity to train the students for these type of large events. Besides cooking, they learned about setting up the buffet tables, a beverage station, a carving station, and chaffing dishes. They polished glasses and flatware, put skirting around tables, and created fruit and pastry displays. They
learned how important every little detail is. Lastly, this amazing breakfast food is used to feed our students and staff. The pièce de résistance of the buffet was the stunning ice sculpture. I was shocked to hear some people thought the school had purchased it and someone even thought it was plastic! Well it was not. It was as real as the ice in your sodas and somebody actually made that. That’s right, the ice sculpture that we have each year comes from our Commercial Foods and Culinary Arts class.
Have you ever wondered how those beautiful ice sculptures are made? It takes creativity, talent, skill, and strength to turn a block of ice into an amazing work of art. Not many people can do that. However, our own Chef Jack can. That’s right Chef Jack carved that magnificent piece of artwork. Every year he carves one for the COE breakfast. The students can watch and are invited to try their hand in carving the sculpture as well. It is all part of the learning experience. First, Chef Jack orders a block of tempered ice and gets his chain saws ready. To most of us, the block of ice looks like a rectangle, but Chef Jack sees something in there. Maybe it’s an eagle or a swan. This year it was a fish and underwater plants. Without anything but picture in his mind, starts up his chainsaw and cuts into the block. He cuts out a giant triangle and then makes a few slices. It’s a mystery to everyone but Chef, as to what will come of this. Each year, Chef Jack surprises us with a new ice sculpture for the COE breakfast. The culinary students have the opportunity to get involved and try their hand in sculpting. Only a few are brave enough! Last year, Evan Brauer tried it. This year, Dezarey Johnson did. Chef Jack and Dezeray created a beautiful center piece! And that is where our ice sculpture came from. WINTER/SPRING 2018
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BARBERING 11 MONTHS, 1200 HOURS $4,285
the program you will become eligible to apply and take the Florida Cosmetology Exam.
Students learn skills such as shaping hair, performing hairstyles, mustache and beard design, shaving the face and performing facial treatments. Additional training includes hairpieces, wigs, and hair attachments; permanent waves, chemical relaxing, coloring and highlighting, entrepreneurship, safety, barbering laws, related chemistry, and much more.
CULINARY ARTS 11 MONTHS, 1200 HOURS $4,237
License: Students prepare for the Barber License examination which is governed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
COSMETOLOGY 11 MONTHS, 1200 HOURS $4,223 Our Cosmetology course prepares you for an exciting career in the beauty industry. The program includes knowledge in Styling, Haircutting, Color, Skin and Nails. You will be guided by dedicated professional instructors committed to helping you attain your goals. License: Upon successful completion of 15
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Learn the skills needed to work in a highly professional and individually creative career in culinary arts. Enhance your communication skills as you prepare for employment in a fast paced environment. This program features daily hands-on experience as students prepare cuisine for the entire school. Chef will teach you marketable culinary skills such as multitasking, self-motivation, and cleanliness. Certifications: Students earn a ServSafe Food Manager certificate, the industry gold standard, and an optional ACF Certified Culinarian certificate with a minimum of 1 year experience.
DENTAL ASSISTING 11 MONTHS, 1230 HOURS $6,496 Pursue a career in the exciting field of dentistry! Students learn general chair-side techniques, dental lab and business office administration. Earn a
state certificate in dental radiography and dental assisting expanded functions. Certifications: Students are eligible for the DANB NELDA exam. Graduates of this program are eligible for employment as dental assistants with expanded functions and radiography skills. (EFDA)
DIGITAL DESIGN 11 MONTHS, 1200 HOURS $3,886 Students develop a broad foundation of knowledge and skills that prepare them to be graphic designers. Students fully explore the principles and possibilities of design, while creating independent and creative solutions to a series of design problems. Knowledge of and exposure to contemporary design issues and graphic design history will be an important component of this program. Students will become proficient in all aspects of the design process, including planning, conceptualizing, designing, critical thinking, collaboration, and presentation. Certifications: Adobe Photoshop; Adobe Illustrator; Adobe InDesign
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN 9 MONTHS, 900 HOURS $2,987 Start a career where you’ll learn direct current (DC) circuits, alternating current (AC) circuits and analog circuits; fiber optics; solid state and digital devices; microprocessors; use of circuit diagrams and schematics; soldering and chassis assembly techniques; laboratory practices; and technical recording and reporting. Students gain skills to install, maintain and repair a variety of systems and devices and more Certifications: Electronic Technicians Association (ESA); Electronics Systems Associate (ISCET 002)
ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY 14 MONTHS, 1400 HOURS $4,437 Students train for today’s booming industrial sectors: medical equipment, control systems, drone technology, robotics, telecommunications, and solar/wind technologies. From circuits to microprocessors, soldering to troubleshooting, and repairing various electronic equipment students learn the foundations in order to keep up with
rapid changes in industrial technology. Certifications: Electronic Technicians Association (ESA); International Society of Certified Electronic Technicians (ISCET); Electronics Systems Associate (ISCET 002)
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 10 MONTHS, 1050 HOURS $4,122 This program provides the basic medical knowledge to work in the medical field or in various business-related administrative assistant positions. Students will learn the concepts of running the front of a medical office and managing an electronic system. In addition, students will gain hands-on computer skills utilizing Windows and Microsoft Office applications. Certifications: Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint; The CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant) exam is optional and is one of the more popular certifications available for students interested in medical secretarial professions.
MEDICAL ASSISTING 12 MONTHS, 1300 HOURS $5,972 Start a career in the popular medical field! Students learn clerical and managerial skills, competencies in EKG, phlebotomy, laboratory skills, patient care, patient education, and medication administration. Students will find jobs available in clinics, physician offices and more. Become eligible for national certification exams in Certified EKG Technician and Certified Phlebotomy Technician. Certification: CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) exam
MEDICAL CODER/BILLER 10 MONTHS, 1110 HOURS $4,784 This course prepares you for the future of medical coding, insurance billing and insurance reimbursement, as well as CPC exam review and preparation. We are currently teaching ICD-10 diagnostic and CPT procedural coding systems. With the transition in the United States to ICD-10, you will be trained in the global standard in Medical Coding & Billing. Certifications: CPC; CPB (optional) WINTER/SPRING 2018
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NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES 10 MONTHS, 1050 HOURS $4,397 Students learn how to configure, support, and secure internetwork devices, specifically routers and switches. The course focuses on the Cisco Routing and Switching (CCNA-R&S) and Cisco Security (CCNA-Security) core curriculum. This course also covers Wireless, Voice over IP, as well as fundamental Linux server and desktop installation, configuration and basic administration. Certifications: CCNA-R&S; CCNASecurity; CCNA- Wireless; Security+; Net+
NETWORK SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION 10 MONTHS, 1050 HOURS $4,838 This program is designed to prepare students for employment as a computer network administrator, wireless administrator, server administrator, data communicational analyst, security administrator and is the prerequisite for the Cloud Computing & Virtualization course. Certifications: During this program is highly recommended that students test for the following certifications: Net+, Security+, Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), or Linux+ & Server+.
NURSING ASSISTANTARTICULATED 6 WEEKS, 165 HOURS $1,293 Would you like to become a care-giving hero and a positive influence in people’s
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lives? As a student, you will learn to provide basic care to diverse patients, in different settings. Our small classes are designed to provide you with hands-on, personal instruction. You’ll become part of a health care team working side by side with nurses and other health care professionals providing care to those in need. Nursing Assistant Articulated includes instruction in Basic Healthcare Worker and Nurse Aide and Orderly. Clinical settings include long-term care and acute care.
demand? Our top notch, board approved Practical Nursing program is for you! As a student, you’ll work directly with patients, nurses, and physicians in the hospital and other health care facilities. Our small classes are designed to provide you with excellent hands-on training and personal instruction. Our instructors, Licensed Registered Nurses, will personally guide you in becoming a competent and compassionate nurse. After completing the program you are eligible to take the Practical Nurse National Licensing Exam.
Certifications: Successful completion of this course prepares you to take the Florida Certified Nursing Assistant Exam.
Certifications: AHA- HCP BLS; IV Therapy (Post graduation)
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN 10 MONTHS, 1050 HOURS $4,685 Students develop oral and written pharmaceutical communication skills as well as knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and pharmacology. Core mathematical functions and dosage calculations are performed to ensure success during practical labs, which consist of repackaging, compounding and IV admixtures. Externship opportunities are instrumental in students’ experience and job placement. With program completion, students are eligible to seek state licensure. Certification: National Pharmacy Technician Certification
PRACTICAL NURSING FULL-TIME 12 MONTHS PART-TIME 24 MONTHS, 1350 HOURS $6,887 Can you see yourself in a medical career that allows you be part of a profession that continually grows and is always in
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY 12 MONTHS, 1330 HOURS $6,040 In this exciting field, Surgical Technologists help prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions. During surgery, technologists pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and assistants. They may hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies and instruments. As a Surgical Technologist, you will be in the middle of it all, before, during and after surgeries. Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES 5 MONTHS, 600 HOURS $2,187 Students will learn about hardware, software, and peripheral technologies used in business; computer troubleshooting, networking, and security across a variety of devices and
operating system platforms; installing and configuring operating systems and software; and proper safety procedures when troubleshooting and building a computer or computer system. Certifications: CompTIA’s A+ exams: 220-901, 220-902, Network +
VETERINARY ASSISTING 7 MONTHS, 750 HOURS $2,923 Veterinary assistants work alongside veterinarians performing most aspects of animal care. Learn to work as part of a team, respect the patients, basic first aid, medical terminology, handling and restraint, animal anatomy, diseases and treatments, as well as professional and ethical standards of veterinary medicine. Instruction will include lecture, class discussion, hands-on training, and 500 hours of practical veterinary assisting experience. Certification: Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA)
ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE THE TESTING CENTER
The testing center is a professional computer lab for proctored tests. Students are able to take the exams necessary to their education such as the TABE which is the Test of Adult Basic Education and the TEAS, a test for prospective nursing students. Certification testing is done here through Pearson Vue, Prometric, and Certiport so students can get certified in their field. For those interested in becoming a paraprofessional with the district, the ParaPro exam is also given in the testing center.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Students have the opportunity to attend a comprehensive series of workshops on topics such as resume writing and follow-up, job searches, interviewing techniques, mock interviews with professionals, networking, entrepreneurship, and more.
JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE
CCTC’s ultimate goal is employment for program graduates. Our career specialist and instructors assist students in making connections with employers, host career fairs, assist students in making connections with online employment opportunities and much more.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY. ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
Cape Coral Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, and the AdvancedEd Accreditation Commission. 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325 Atlanta, GA 30350 Telephone: 770-396-3898 • FAX: 770-396-3790 www.council.org Approved for Veterans Training by the State Approving Agency under the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs. Gainful Employment For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit: http://www.capecoraltech.edu/information/gainful-employment-disclosures/
*Course content, length and costs are subject to change without prior notice.
Mission Statement To prepare students for employment by providing quality, technology-oriented education delivered by a professional, caring staff in a positive learning environment.
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MY HURRICANE IRMA EXPERIENCE BY CHRISTOPHER DESHIELDS
“It shouldn’t be a big deal. I will be fine.” That’s what I kept telling myself after my dad told me that Irma had a possibility of striking Cape Coral, Florida. I hadn’t been through a hurricane in several years and the ones I had been through were pretty small. I couldn’t say the same about Hurricane Irma. Unfortunately, my father was correct and it was headed towards the west coast of Florida, where we live. As the storm blew closer, everyone began to prepare for the storm. At Cape Coral Technical College, my Digital Design class covered up all our computers with bags and photographed all the equipment in the room, in case of any destruction or flooding. At home, my sister and I helped out my parents by bringing in anything that could potentially blow away and helped in the installation of the shutters on the windows and doors. The most difficult part of this whole experience was the fact that we had to go to a shelter one day before the hurricane was set to hit. The shelter was at Ray V. Pottorf Elementary. Driving to the school
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wasn’t an issue but getting inside was troublesome. My mom and I are disabled, so I expected things to move quickly, but that was not the case. We waited our turn in line, for what seemed to be forever. When it was our turn to go in, we were directed to a room with several other people and families. The “beds” provided by the shelter were simply cots with a thin layer of foam on top. I had to sleep on the hard floor for half of the night before getting a turn on the cot, which was a challenge. The constant snoring at night also made it hard for me to fall asleep. Additionally, the food that they supplied us with was awful. Another inconvenience was the restrooms that were especially uncomfortable for someone of my stature, as the sinks were clearly designed for children. Hurricane Irma made landfall on September 10, 2017 and lasted most of the afternoon and night. My tablet kept me busy during the storm and helped me pass the time. The lack of windows in the room I was in made the sounds of the storm almost unnoticeable. Therefore, I wasn’t worried and I felt very safe.
Finally, on September 11, 2017, it was time to head home. When we got back we had no electricity, but on the bright side we had no property damage. Thankfully, we had a generator and that got us through until we got power back on the 13th. While Hurricane Irma didn’t damage my home, it wasn’t quite the same for others. Flooding and high winds damaged much of the Naples and Bonita Springs area. Signs were blown out and trees were uprooted all along the path of the storm. Due to the damage to many schools and the lack of electricity, Cape Coral Technical College and all Lee County Schools were closed for 2 weeks. Cleanup and debris removal took months and our community is just now getting back to normalcy. I hope that I never have to go through another storm like this again!
STUDENT PROFILES
NAME: Hunter Higginson
NAME: Michelle Roman
NAME: Amber Tidaback
AGE: 21
AGE: 22
AGE: 22
PROGRAM ENROLLED: Digital Design
PROGRAM ENROLLED: Dental Assisting
PROGRAM ENROLLED: Medical Assisting
GOAL: To work as a graphic designer for ESPN, which is my dream job.
GOAL: To work in management for a dental office.
GOAL: Work my way up to a RN for a Pediatrician.
PRIOR TO STARTING AT CAPE CORAL TECH, I was working part time and a student at Valencia College.
PRIOR TO STARTING AT CAPE CORAL TECH, I was involved in general studies.
NAME: Clara Sears
NAME: Joshua Stephens
AGE: 45
AGE: 22
PROGRAM ENROLLED: Medical Coder and Biller
PROGRAM ENROLLED: Practical Nursing (PN)
GOAL: Continue my education in the medical field.
GOAL: I would like to work my way up to become a Level 3 Coder and then an Auditor.
GOAL: To become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
PRIOR TO STARTING AT CAPE CORAL TECH, I was a grade school teacher at a private school.
PRIOR TO STARTING AT CAPE CORAL TECH, I was a supervisor at a large call center.
PRIOR TO STARTING AT CAPE CORAL TECH, I was working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at a skilled nursing rehabilitation facility.
PRIOR TO STARTING AT CAPE CORAL TECH, I was a student at FSW.
NAME: Izabella Montero Class President AGE: 21 PROGRAM ENROLLED: Medical Assisting
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Select a career program. For more information review our catalog or visit our website at www.CapeCoralTech.edu
Schedule an appointment with our Admissions Specialist to review your specific enrollment requirements, testing, registration fee, etc., then enroll into your program of choice.
Admissions Informational Sessions are held every Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm and registration is available.
Meet with the financial aid department to discuss financial aid options and payment requirements. You are encouraged to complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Be sure to enter the Cape Coral Technical College school ID code: 031583 on the application.
Additional requirements may be needed for enrollment, depending upon program requirements and other factors including previous education, residency status, possible testing requirements, screening, etc.
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Want to go to college, but not sure you can afford it?
Follow these steps to apply for financial aid:
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Be sure to enter the Cape Coral Technical College School ID code: 031583 on the application. Accreditation Cape Coral Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350, Telephone: 770-396-3898 / FAX: 770-396-3790, www.council.org. Cape Coral Technical College is also accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS/CASI). Approved for Veterans Training by the State Approving Agency under the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs. Mission Statement To prepare students for employment by providing quality, technology-oriented education delivered by a professional, caring staff in a positive learning environment.
For more information visit our website: www.CapeCoralTech.edu/admissions/financial-aid The School District of Lee County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, pregnancy, disability, marital status or genetic information in its educational programs, services or activities, or in its hiring or employment practices. The district also provides equal access to its facilities to the Boy Scouts and other patriotic youth groups, as required by the Boys Scout of America Equal Access Act. Lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation. The district may assess each student’s ability to benefit from specific programs through placement tests and counseling, and, if necessary, will provide services or referrals to better prepare students for successful participation. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding discrimination or harassment may be sent to: Cape Coral Technical College Equity Coordinator: Terri Reisinger Address: 360 Santa Barbara Blvd. North, Cape Coral, FL 33993 Phone: 239-574-4440 Email: terrisr@leeschools.net Course content, length and costs are subject to change without prior notice.
360 Santa Barbara Blvd. North Cape Coral, FL 33993 239-574-4440