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H W Brewster Technical College
Tampa, Florida · Public technical college
Address: 2222 N. Tampa Street, Tampa, FL 33602 · Phone: (813) 276-5448 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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H W Brewster Technical College is a public trade school in Tampa, Florida, offering auto mechanic and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
H W Brewster Technical College has a 72.0% completion rate, near the state average of 70.5%, and median earnings of $27,053 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at H W Brewster Technical College is $18,363, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 2.3% of 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 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,760 | $43,590 | $47,570 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 86 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | 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
H W Brewster Technical College is a public trade and career school located in Tampa, Florida. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students at this campus can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus awards the most credentials in auto mechanic schools programs, with pharmacy technician programs as a secondary offering.
For outcomes, 72.0% of students complete their programs, which is near the state average of 70.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,053. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,363. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 2.3% of students receive Pell Grants, a relatively low share compared to many trade schools nationally.
This campus may suit students interested in short, focused technical training in auto mechanics or pharmacy technician work rather than multi-year associate degree paths, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Adult learners and career changers considering a switch to a hands-on trade may want to contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and format. To verify accreditation status and see the latest federal outcome data, prospective students can check with the Council on Occupational Education directly or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
H W Brewster Technical College's top programs are auto mechanic schools (93 completers) and pharmacy technician programs (4 completers). The campus has 3 total programs listed.
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, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 72.0%, which is near the 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 at (813) 276-5448 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,053, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,363.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
H W Brewster Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower relative tuition and taxpayer-supported oversight compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (813) 276-5448 to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?367875.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs offered, such as auto mechanic and pharmacy technician training, are common paths for career changers, though specific scheduling or adult-learner support is not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach H W Brewster Technical College at (813) 276-5448 or visit https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/Brewster for more information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?367875 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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.