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Southern Technical College
Orlando, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 1485 Florida Mall Avenue, Orlando, FL 32809 · Phone: (407) 671-9922 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Southern Technical College is a private for-profit trade school in Orlando, Florida, offering medical assistant, HVAC, and welding programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Southern Technical College has a 62.8% completion rate, below the Florida average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $11,250 and median earnings of $29,893 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Southern Technical College is $24,757, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 66.2% 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 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 310 | $28,535 | not reported | $11,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 303 | $23,425 | not reported | $11,250 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 154 | $31,315 | not reported | $20,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 12 | $21,537 | $19,683 | 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
Southern Technical College is a private for-profit trade school located in Orlando, Florida, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students may use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, at this campus. The school offers four program families, with the most common being medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and welding schools, which together account for the bulk of the 779 recent completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 1,875.
According to federal data, the campus has a completion rate of 62.8%, which falls below the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,250, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $29,893. The annual cost of attendance is $24,757, and 66.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially needy students at this campus.
This campus may suit students seeking short, focused training in fields like medical assisting, HVAC, or welding rather than a traditional multi-year degree; however, specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. Before enrolling, verify accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal outcome figures.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Southern Technical College offers four program families, with the most enrolled being medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and welding schools.
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 campus 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 62.8%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,250 according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $29,893.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $24,757.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Southern Technical College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and institutional funding structure compared to public or non-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 at (407) 671-9922 or visit its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on shorter career-training fields like medical assisting, HVAC, and welding may suit career changers, though specific program formats are not reported in federal data and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school directly for details on specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Southern Technical College by phone at (407) 671-9922 or visit https://www.southerntech.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?446552 to compare similar 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.