What Flagler Technical College does

Flagler Technical College (FTC) is a public technical college operated by the Flagler County School District and headquartered at 5400 East Highway 100 in Palm Coast, Florida. The institution was rebranded from Flagler Technical Institute in 2020 and is accredited by the Council On Occupational Education with additional approvals from multiple Florida state agencies including the FL Board of Cosmetology, FL Board of Nursing, FL Department of Health, FL Department of Veterans Affairs, and the U.S. Department of Education for federal student aid. FTC serves adult learners, dual-enrollment high school students, GED seekers, ESOL students, and adults with special needs across Flagler County.

The college's core product portfolio spans Career & Technical Education (CTE) certificate programs in healthcare (EMT, Nurse Assistant, Phlebotomy), trades (HVAC, Electrical, Cosmetology, Heavy Equipment Operations), transportation and logistics (Commercial Vehicle Driving), and human services; adult general education programs (GED Preparation, ESOL, ABE, Applied Academics); registered apprenticeship programs that combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction; dual enrollment pipelines with Flagler Palm Coast High School and Matanzas High School; and specialized programs including the Step Up program for adults with disabilities and the New Beginnings teenage parenting program. FTC operates as a Pearson VUE authorized testing site for high-stakes certification and licensure exams, and maintains four physical locations across Palm Coast and Bunnell.

FTC's revenue mechanics are driven by a combination of block tuition pricing (Adult General Education at $50 per semester covers multiple programs), variable CTE program fees, $280 CDA/Director Credential Renewal courses, testing fees, and substantial pass-through funding from federal Pell Grants, Bright Futures Scholarships, Florida Prepaid, Open Door Grants, FSAG-CE grants, FTC Scholarships, TEACH scholarships, and agency sponsorships via CareerSource BFV and Florida Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. As a public institution, FTC is funded primarily through state appropriations, federal grants (including HEERF), student tuition, and local sources, with no venture capital, private equity, or individual ownership interests. Distribution is community-led, relying on high school counselor referrals, CareerSource workforce agency partnerships, word-of-mouth, ParentSquare communications, and a Facebook presence to drive enrollment.

Name

Flagler Technical College

Legal name

Flagler Technical College

Website

https://flaglertech.edu

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Flagler Technical College is a public technical college in Palm Coast, Florida, operated by the Flagler County School District, offering CTE certificate programs, GED prep, ESOL, apprenticeships, and dual enrollment to adult learners and high school students across Flagler County.

Ownership category

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Product category

Vocational Education Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Educational Services (61), Junior Colleges (6112)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ), Official GED/HiSET Testing Centers & Proctoring Services (EDAAABAF)

Keywords

• Adult education services
• Vocational training programs
• Career technical education
• GED preparation courses
• Apprenticeship training

Headquarters

HQ city

Palm Coast

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: FTC charges tuition for adult general education programs including GED preparation, ESOL, and applied academics. CTE programs have associated fees and registration costs. Federal Pell Grant is available for eligible students in approved programs.
2. Financial Aid and Scholarships: Students can receive Federal Pell Grants, Bright Futures Scholarships, Florida Prepaid, Open Door Grants, FSAG-CE grants, FTC Scholarships funded by Flagler Home & Lifestyle Show proceeds, TEACH scholarships, and agency sponsorships through CareerSource.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Flagler Technical College is a public technical college that provides adult general education and career and technical education (CTE) programs to residents of Flagler County. It offers GED preparation, ESOL instruction, industry-certified CTE programs in healthcare, trades, transportation and human services, registered apprenticeships, dual enrollment for high school students, and specialized programs such as New Beginnings and Step Up. Programs lead to industry certifications, college credit, or a Florida high school diploma.

Product overview

Flagler Technical College is an educational institution offering a portfolio of vocational and adult education programs. The core offerings include Career & Technical Education (CTE) certificate programs in healthcare fields (EMT, Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy), trades (HVAC, Electrical, Cosmetology, Commercial Vehicle Driving, Heavy Equipment Operations), and human services. These are complemented by adult education services including GED preparation, ESOL language instruction, apprenticeship programs, and dual enrollment for high school students. Specialized programs include the New Beginnings teenage parenting program and the Step Up program for adults with disabilities. The college also provides testing services through Pearson VUE and administers various financial aid programs. Students can pursue industry certifications aligned with Florida Department of Education career clusters, with programs available through classroom instruction, apprenticeships, and integrated education pathways.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Career & Technical Education (CTE) Programs Career and Technical Education programs covering high-demand trades including healthcare (EMT, Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy), trades (HVAC, Electrical, Cosmetology, Heavy Equipment Operations), transportation (Commercial Vehicle Driving) and human services, providing industry certifications and apprenticeship pathways.
• GED Preparation
• ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
• Apprenticeship Programs
• Dual Enrollment Programs
• New Beginnings Teenage Parenting Program
• Step Up Program
• Integrated Education and Training (IET)
• Pearson VUE Testing Services
• Financial Aid Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 86% placement rate for Nurse Assistant program (2016-17)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Guy Harvey FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 May 2026Guy Harvey Foundation supports environmental STEAM education. Flagler Schools is designated as a Guy Harvey Conservation District with 15 educators recognized as Guy Harvey Conservation Educators. Matanzas High School and Wadsworth Elementary are Guy Harvey Conservation Schools.
• Flagler Palm Coast Kiwanis ClubminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 May 2026Flagler Palm Coast Kiwanis Club sponsored over 200 yard signs for seniors during the Flagler County Education Foundation's Senior Scholarship Drive-By event celebrating the Class of 2026.
• AdventHealth Palm CoastminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 March 2026AdventHealth Palm Coast partnered with Flagler Schools to provide FREE Sports Physicals and ECG screenings for student-athletes and participants in Band, ROTC, and Fire Academy programs.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversitycoreOthers · 1 January 2026Embry-Riddle's Aerospace Career Academy provided grant funding for SeaPerch cutting-edge materials and STEM supplies for Flagler Schools' underwater robotics teams competing internationally.
• Pearson VUEcoreTechnology or IntegrationPearson VUE is the global leader in computer-based testing for high-stakes certification and licensure exams. FTC is an authorized Pearson VUE testing site, delivering certification tests Monday through Friday 8am-4pm. GED exams are also administered through this platform.
• CareerSource BFVcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareerSource BFV provides workforce development services including job search assistance, career planning, and training funding in Brevard, Flagler, and Volusia Counties. FTC is a state-approved training provider on their roster.
• Florida Literacy CoalitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFTC partnered with Florida Literacy Coalition to create a Health Literacy Resource Guide, a digital collection of resources to increase health literacy awareness for families.
• Florida Governor's Council on Indian Affairs (FGCIA)minorOthersFGCIA provides employment and training assistance for Native Americans through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding for eligible students residing in Florida and Georgia.
• Northeast Florida Community Action Agency (NFCAA)minorOthersNFCAA collaborates with community partners to stabilize vulnerable households and empower families to achieve self-sufficiency. NFCAA provides financial support for qualifying FTC students.
• Florida Office of Early LearningminorOthersThe TEACH (Teacher Education and Compensation Helps) Early Childhood Scholarship Program is funded by Florida Office of Early Learning, providing scholarships for early care educators to earn degrees in early childhood education.
• Florida Office of Vocational RehabilitationminorOthersFlorida VR helps people with physical or mental disabilities get or keep employment. Students may be eligible for VR services if disability interferes with employability. Social Security recipients are presumed eligible.
• Flagler County Veterans ServicesminorOthersFlagler County Veterans Services provides assistance for U.S. Military Veterans and their dependents seeking education benefits through the VA.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Orlando Technical College: Public technical college in Central Florida offering CTE programs and adult education. Comparable to FTC in operating model (public technical college), program breadth, and target student segments.
• Sheridan Technical College: Another Broward County-operated technical college offering CTE certificates, adult education, and dual enrollment. Closest structural analog to FTC as a public technical college within a K-12 district.
• Ridge Technical College: Public technical college in Polk County, Florida offering CTE programs, adult education, and dual enrollment. Closest mission-comparable peer to FTC outside the immediate coastal Florida region.
• Atlantic Technical College: Public technical college operated by Broward County Public Schools offering CTE programs, GED/ESOL, and apprenticeship pathways. Directly comparable to FTC in mission, structure (district-operated technical college), and program mix.

Others

• CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia: Regional workforce development board that is both a referral partner and a co-funder of FTC students via WIOA. Comparable as a workforce intermediary that funnels learners to CTE providers like FTC.

Broad incumbents

• Indian River State College: Regional public college in neighboring counties offering workforce certificates, adult education, and dual enrollment. Comparable in serving similar CTE and adult learner populations across a multi-county footprint.
• Daytona State College: Broader public college in the same Volusia/Flagler region offering associate degrees, technical certificates, and adult education. Overlaps with FTC on CTE and adult education offerings but with a wider academic portfolio.
• Keiser University: Large private not-for-profit university with multiple Florida campuses offering career-focused associate and bachelor's programs, including healthcare and trades. Competes for similar CTE-minded students but at a larger scale.

Emerging players

• Southern Technical College: Private for-profit institution in Florida offering career-focused diploma and degree programs in healthcare, trades, and business. Comparable to FTC on CTE program content but competes as a private alternative.
• Penn Foster: Online career and technical education provider offering certificates and diplomas in trades, healthcare, and skilled professions. Represents a non-traditional, distance-learning alternative competing for the same CTE adult-learner segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/FlaglerTechnicalCollege
• Xx.com/ftc_ae

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

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