Mcfatter Technical Center strives to instill the attitudes and skills necessary to produce motivated, self-sufficient individuals who are able to function effectively in changing complex society. The Center encourages academic and technical curiosity, innovation and creativity by providing rigorous academics and state of the art technical programs. The students are prepared to meet the challenges of a demanding local workforce, and our secondary graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills for success in a four year university, a community college or an elected technical area. As a technical center with a technical high school, Mcfatter seeks to meet the needs of students of all ages and to promote positive relationships among parents, students, teachers, businessleaders and all community stakeholders.

Admission
Mcfatter Technical Center admits those students who:
-    are past the minimum compulsory education age;
-    have completed their secondary school education;
-    are high school students (through their high school guidance department);
-    Pursuant to Florida Statute 295.125.(2), veterans are given preference within the enrollment process.
The Florida Legislature has mandated that each adult student enrolled in a certificate/diploma program must meet minimum basic skills levels in reading, mathematics, and language arts in order to receive a Certificate of Completion or an Applied Technology Diploma.
Students not meeting the basic skills requirements will have the opportunity to receive appropriate instruction in order to achieve the required levels prior to completion of their programs.
Registration fees and tuition fees may be paid by cash, check, or credit card.

Financial Aid
In order to gain Financial Aid the student, and/or parents of a dependent student has to submit a FAFSA application (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to the application processor, or on-line. Upon completion of your Financial Aid file you will be given an award letter stating the type of aid, amount, and conditions of your award.

Career Services
The McFatter Technical Center staff is committed to assisting students in gaining employment in their chosen technical field. The Career Services Advisor provides assistance to graduating students in a variety of areas:
-    Letters of recommendation and introduction from instructors;
-    Resume and cover letter preparation;
-    Job search tips and techniques;
-    Employability skills seminars.