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South Florida Institute of Technology
Miami, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 720 NW 27th Avenue, 2nd Floor, Miami, FL 33125 · Phone: (305) 649-2050 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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South Florida Institute of Technology is a private for-profit trade school in Miami, FL offering medical assistant, CNA, and plumbing programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
South Florida Institute of Technology has an 83.1% completion rate, above the Florida state average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $28,570 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at South Florida Institute of Technology is $38,311, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 69.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Nursing assistants | $34,350 | $37,510 | $42,310 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $38,940 | $52,910 | $62,820 |
| Construction laborers | $33,280 | $44,030 | $47,970 |
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 and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 242 | $14,816 | $16,097 | $5,679 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 212 | $16,297 | $17,323 | $9,500 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $30,631 | $26,933 | $9,500 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $30,373 | $33,281 | 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
South Florida Institute of Technology is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Miami, Florida. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to attend. The campus awards programs mainly in medical assisting, CNA classes, plumbing, and other construction trades, with medical assistant programs (242 completers), CNA classes (212 completers), and plumbing schools (34 completers) representing its top program areas.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.1%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,570. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $38,311, and 69.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training programs such as CNA classes or medical assistant certification, as well as those pursuing trade-focused plumbing or construction instruction. Whether the setting fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not specified here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Any figures not listed above, such as specific program lengths or licensing requirements, are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed directly with the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
South Florida Institute of Technology offers programs in medical assisting, CNA classes, plumbing, and other construction trades. Its top programs by completions are medical assistant programs (242), CNA classes (212), and plumbing schools (34).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial 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 83.1%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,570.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $38,311.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?443252.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not directly reported in federal data; program length and schedule details would need to be confirmed with the school to assess fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (305) 649-2050 or visit https://www.sf-institute.com/ for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach South Florida Institute of Technology at (305) 649-2050 or through its website, https://www.sf-institute.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare institutions directly.
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.