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North Florida Technical College
Starke, Florida · Public technical college
Address: 609 N Orange St, Starke, FL 32091 · Phone: (904) 966-6764 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North Florida Technical College is a public trade school in Starke, Florida offering CDL truck driving, LPN, and welding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
North Florida Technical College has a 68.0% completion rate, near the state average of 70.5%, and median earnings of $31,683 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at North Florida Technical College is $7,232, and federal financial aid is available since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 12.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $37,700 | $50,640 | $62,380 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| Nursing assistants | $34,350 | $37,510 | $42,310 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $38,448 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | $38,448 | 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
North Florida Technical College is a public trade and career school located in Starke, Florida. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students here can use federal financial aid through Title IV programs. The campus awards four program families, with the most common being CDL / truck driving schools, LPN / LVN programs, and welding schools.
Of the roughly 84 undergraduate students enrolled, 68 are trade completers. The completion rate is 68.0%, which is near the state average of 70.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,683. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $7,232, and 12.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, focused career-training programs in trucking, nursing support, or welding trades, given the program mix reported. Because the school sits in a distant-town locale with a small enrollment, it may appeal to local career changers seeking hands-on training close to home, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current details directly with the school and can review outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
North Florida Technical College offers four program families, most notably CDL / truck driving schools, LPN / LVN programs, and welding schools.
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, and 12.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 68.0%, 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 (904) 966-6764 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,683, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $7,232.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
North Florida Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and public 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 (904) 966-6764 or via https://www.nftc.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?132675.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's program families, such as CDL training and LPN programs, are commonly pursued by career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for programs like LPN or welding.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact North Florida Technical College at (904) 966-6764 or visit https://www.nftc.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?132675 can be used to compare 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.