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WHY CHOOSE STC?
Over 30 Technical Programs – Career Paths include: Business & IT ι Criminal Justice ι Health & Public Services ι Hospitality Services ι Industrial Technologies • Day & Evening Classes • Career in a Year • Gain Skills & Knowledge for the Workplace • Skills-Based Learning Environment • Learn in a Supportive, Personalized Setting • State-of-the-Art Equipment & Labs • Always Evolving • Job Placement Assistance
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Thank You Letter Speaks Volumes About Students STC Experience
"Thank you Suncoast Technical College! As a school, you've given me by far, the best educational experience I've had in Florida."
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STC's October Job Fair was a Win-Win for Local Employers and STC Job Seekers
"The STC Job Fair allowed me to network with local businesses and gain a better perspective of what they have to offer in the culinary industry.
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I Strongly Recommend Suncoast Technical College To Anyone Considering A Career In Esthetics
"As an esthetics instructor and an esthetician, my instructor was invaluable. She not only has the knowledge base and passion for skin care, but she genuinely cares about the success of each and every student."
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Former Patient and Recent STC Graduate Aspires to be Catalyst of Change
"Through STC's comprehensive curriculum, I have gained a solid foundation in the principles of nursing practice, including patient care, critical thinking, and evidence-based decision-making. My clinical rotations provided valuable opportunities for me to apply my learning in real-world healthcare settings."
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Marine Service Grads, including three Veterans, a high school dual-enrolled student and a former marine biologist have much to celebrate!
"Million dollar boats are rolling off assembly lines just waiting for people to do custom installations. The possibilities and types of work I can do in this field are limitless."
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Nursing students receive generous donation from HCA Florida Healthcare Sarasota Doctors Hospital
"I think this donation is going to help a lot of students because things are so expensive. Some students struggle to afford things and this gift is ultimately helping us so we can help others in our future careers. That's pretty cool."
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HVAC Grad Hooks the COOLEST Career at Cool Today Air Conditioning Repair and HVAC Services
Ultimately, it depends on the individual, but I feel like paying for a 4-year degree and then landing a job that pays enough to live and also pay back student debt vs having a career in LESS than a YEAR with NO student DEBT is a no brainer.
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Resiliency Scholarship Recipient Enrolls in STC's Building Trades and Construction Design Technology Program
Lt. Col. Scott Lempe awarded recent Venice High School graduate Jesus Nunez with the 2023 Education Foundation of Sarasota County's Lempe Family Resiliency Scholarship.
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A Lifetime of Service Leads to a New Calling: How Pamela Found Her Passion in Carpentry and Community Service
Pamela Meyers is a powerhouse; a retired JAG lawyer, she has lived all over the world and served her country with distinction. But even after a lifetime of adventure and service, Pamela was hungry for more. So, she did something that would inspire many of us: she signed up for the Carpentry Program at Suncoast Technical College's North Port Branch.
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"Because of you, I saved a life." Student Alum Sends Thank You Letter to Teacher
Moments like these make me reflect on the journey that brought me where I am today. And I don't think I can ever fully express my gratitude to you and the other STC instructors.
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Keep learning because you really can do anything you put your mind to
"I go to work every day to a job I LOVE. I went from a part-time job doing small scale mechanic work to a career where I work on air systems, hydraulics, brakes and oil changes on a much bigger scale. It's amazing!"
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I Work for Myself and I Wouldn't Have it Any Other Way
“Being a hairstylist is more than just a profession to me. I truly love enhancing the beauty of others through hair. I make my own hours. I set my own prices. I work for myself and I wouldn’t have it any other way.”
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Practical Nursing Alum WHOLE HEARTEDLY Loves Her Career
“People are sick and when they are sick, they can be a handful to deal with. It’s not all rainbows and sunshine. But like Miss Scanserole said, if your heart is in it, you love what you do no matter how bad a day you might be having, and she is absolutely right.”
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Carpentry Program Provides Skills for Future
“I had zero experience in Carpentry. I had zero experience in building anything. But thanks to STC, within a week and a half, I was safely working in the shop learning how to use a variety of tools. After just two months, I knew exactly how to use each tool safely and effectively.”
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STC Digital Design Student Wins National Logo Contest
“My time so far at STC has been such an amazing experience and opportunity. Ms. Keller is FANTASTIC, creative, informative and thoroughly knows this industry.”
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Nursing Grad Can’t Imagine Himself Doing Anything Else
Joshua Jensen graduated from Sarasota High School and like many recent graduates, wasn’t sure what to do next. “I really had no set plan after high school because I didn’t know what career path I was going to take. It wasn’t until my dad suggested nursing that even thought about it.”
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Precision Machining and CNC Automation Alumn Student Says STC Was Best Career Move Made
“Ed (Mr. Doherty) is the absolute BEST instructor! Even two years after graduating, he still responds to me with any questions I may have.”
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Returning to STC for a New Career
“Every opportunity not taken is an opportunity for regret.” Alex Mathis is a student who has learned what it takes to be successful in life. When he was just 16 years old, Alex began his journey at Suncoast Technical College by dual enrolling in the Drafting program so that he could better prepare himself for an Engineering degree after graduation.
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Culinary Student Reaches New Heights to Earn Certified Sous Chef Certification
After 35 years of contemplating the idea of going to culinary school, Pamela made the decision to attend Suncoast Technical College’s Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality Program. “I’ve always loved being in the kitchen. It’s so exciting to try new recipes and learn new ways to cook and prepare different foods.”
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GED Student Overcomes Struggles, Graduates Within 2 Months at Newtown Campus
Melissa Hedden always knew she had a shot at greatness if she put in the work. Though she faced many bumps in the road (often outside of her control), she successfully found her way down a challenging path.
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DVT Graduate Lands Job Filming and Editing Training Videos for Safety & Emergency Services Professionals
“I love my job and want to soak up as much experience here as possible. I also love Sarasota and I and can’t thank Mr. Fagan and Mr. Gray enough for everything they taught me.”
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High School Practical Nursing Graduate Reflects on Dual Enrollment Achievements at STC
“I didn’t always know that this is what I would do for a career. I only knew that I wanted to do something that helped people.”
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Recent Firefighter Graduate Looks Forward to Starting Her Career
“Utilizing my skills and abilities to make a difference in the lives of others is the most important thing to me. I need (and want), a future career that will really pay off in terms of self-fulfillment.”
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Electrical Graduate Thankful for Opportunity to Participate in Tiny House Project
“I liked carpentry a lot, but when I started working with my uncle doing electrical work, I was intrigued. I also realized that it was something I could do at STC and it was more of my thing.”
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.NET Programming Student Considers Himself Extremely Fortunate to Discover an Incredibly Rewarding Career
"The program was absolutely worth it! It was incredibly affordable, and I found that you really were provided every resource needed to be successful. The degree of your success ultimately, of course, depended on what effort you put into your studies."
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