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Fort Myers Technical College
Fort Myers, Florida · Public technical college
Address: 3800 Michigan Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916 · Phone: 2393344544325 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fort Myers Technical College is a public trade school in Fort Myers, Florida, offering auto mechanic, electrician, and EMT training programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Fort Myers Technical College has an 81.1% completion rate, above the Florida state average of 70.5%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $40,082, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Fort Myers Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and about 19.1% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $48,260 | $62,990 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,120 | $39,870 | $47,000 |
| Nursing assistants | $34,350 | $37,510 | $42,310 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $38,940 | $52,910 | $62,820 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
| Construction laborers | $33,280 | $44,030 | $47,970 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 52 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 47 | $38,179 | $39,369 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 47 | $31,564 | $30,228 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 35 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 33 | $33,159 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $11,603 | $13,702 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $38,179 | $39,369 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | $29,322 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $31,564 | $30,228 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $31,564 | $30,228 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 2–4 years | 6 | $22,105 | $37,568 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Fort Myers Technical College is a public trade and career school located in Fort Myers, Florida. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for training here. The campus offers 16 program families, with the most-completed programs being auto mechanic schools (67 completers), electrician schools (52), and EMT & paramedic training (52). Other offerings include cosmetology, welding, HVAC, LPN, plumbing, culinary arts, medical billing and coding, CNA classes, and construction trades programs.
On outcomes, the campus reports a completion rate of 81.1%, above the Florida state average of 70.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,082. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 19.1% of students receive Pell Grants, which can indicate a share of lower-income students, though this figure alone does not describe program cost or affordability.
This campus, set in a small-city locale, offers a mix of short career-training programs and technical certificates rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit adults changing careers who want to complete training relatively quickly. Prospective students should confirm program lengths, current tuition, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review official federal outcome data, check the Council on Occupational Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fort Myers Technical College offers 16 program families, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools, electrician schools, and EMT & paramedic training. It also offers welding, cosmetology, HVAC, LPN, plumbing, culinary, medical billing and coding, CNA classes, and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 81.1%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updated figures.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,082, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for current tuition and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which often means lower tuition and different funding structures than for-profit institutions, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school at 239-334-4544 or visit fortmyerstech.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?135267).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short career-training programs across trades like auto mechanics, electrical work, and EMT training, which may suit adults seeking quicker entry into a new field, though specific schedule details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fort Myers Technical College at 239-334-4544 or through its website, fortmyerstech.edu, for application details.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.