Lake Technical College

2001 Kurt Street

Eustis, Florida 32726

352-589-2250

www.laketech.org

Institute of Public Safety

1565 Ken Bragg Way

Tavares, Florida 32778

352-742-6463

Instructional Service Centers

Lake Technical College – Clermont

1250 North Hancock Road

Clermont, Florida 34711

Lake Technical College – Lake County Animal Shelter

12280 County Road 448

Tavares, Florida 32778

Lake Technical College – Transportation Innovation Hub

950 Captain Haynes Road

Tavares, Florida 32778

Lake Technical College – South

1000 Bloxam Avenue

Clermont, Florida 34711

Lake Technical College is accredited by:

The Commission of the Council on Occupational Education

Cognia

Welcome to Lake Technical College, where your future begins today.

For nearly 60 years, Lake Tech has proudly served our community as a premier

provider of high-quality workforce education. Thousands of students have walked

through our doors with a goal—and left with the skills, confidence, and credentials

needed to launch meaningful and rewarding careers.

At Lake Tech, we are committed to helping you succeed. Our nationally recognized

programs are designed to equip you with real-world skills that lead directly to

employment in high-demand industries. From the moment you enroll, our dedicated

faculty, staff, and administrators are here to support you, challenge you, and help you

reach your full potential.

What sets Lake Tech apart is our strong partnership with local business and industry

leaders. Our programs are developed in direct collaboration with employers to ensure

the training you receive reflects the skills companies are actively seeking. Whether you

are pursuing a Career and Technical Certificate, an Applied Technology Diploma, or

participating in one of our Adult Education programs—including GED® preparation,

ESOL, or academic support—you will be gaining practical knowledge that prepares you

for success in today’s workforce.

Lake Tech graduates are known for their professionalism, strong work ethic, and

industry-ready skills. Our community recognizes the value of a Lake Tech education,

and employers consistently look to our graduates to fill critical workforce needs.

When you choose Lake Technical College, you are choosing more than a school—you

are choosing a pathway to opportunity.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey. We look forward to celebrating

your success.

Your career starts here. Your future starts now!

DeAnna D. Thomas

President

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Lake Technical College Board of Directors

Richard D. Keith, Chairperson

Carl “C.A.” Vossberg, IV, Vice-Chairperson

Jerry Cobb, Member

Isaac B. Deas, II, Ed.D, Member

Mickey G. Gauldin, P.E., Member

Timothy Morris, Member

Bonnie Onofre, Member

Lake Technical College Administration

DeAnna Thomas, M.A., President

Melissa Stephan, M.Ed., Vice President of Academic Affairs

Tonya Hefley, M.Ed., Vice President of Operations

Kimberly Frazier, M.A., Associate Vice President

Diana Marquez, M.Ed., Senior Administrator

MISSION

The mission of Lake Technical College is to be an integral component of the

economic growth and development in our communities by offering a variety of

high quality career-education and training opportunities.

VISION

To be the premier provider in a collaborative effort

for workforce development in our communities.

Lake Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender,

genetic information, age, pregnancy, disability, or marital status in its educational programs, services or

activities, or in its hiring or employment practices. The district also provides access to its facilities to the

Boy Scouts and other patriotic youth groups, as required by the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act,

or any other youth group listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.

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Student Calendar

1162.5 Instructional Hours* (7.5/hr day) = 155 class days

Date Description

Instructional

Days

August 10 First Day of Classes – Fall Semester Start (Monday)

September 7

Labor Day / Holiday (Monday)

October

November 11

November 23-27

Veterans’ Day / Holiday (Wednesday)

Thanksgiving Break (Monday – Friday)

December 21-31 Winter Break (Monday – Thursday)

January 1-5

January 6

January 18

Winter Break / Teacher Work Days (Friday – Tuesday)

Classes Resume – Spring Semester Start (Wednesday)

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day / Holiday (Monday)

February 15 Presidents’ Day / Holiday (Monday)

March 22-26

Spring Break (Monday – Friday)

April 16 No School / Good Friday (Friday)

May 31 Memorial Day / Holiday (Monday)

June 15

Last Day of Class (Tuesday)

155 Class days

Storm Make-up Days will be determined as needed.

*Lock-Step class calendars start/end dates may differ

Table of Contents

Lake Technical College

Mission................................................................................................................................................................................. 1

Vision ................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Governance ......................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Philosophy ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Accreditation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 2

Academic Overview ............................................................................................................................................................. 2

Staff Information................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Admissions/Registration ................................................................................................................................................... 4

Career and Technical Education ...................................................................................................................................... 4

Testing Requirements ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

Career Dual Enrollment .................................................................................................................................................... 7

Work-based Activities ....................................................................................................................................................... 8

Corporate and Community Training .................................................................................................................................. 8

Adult Education Programs ................................................................................................................................................ 9

GED Testing Service ...................................................................................................................................................... 10

Foreign and International Diplomas/Degrees ................................................................................................................. 10

Transfer of Credit ........................................................................................................................................................... 11

Graduation ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Honors Recognitions ...................................................................................................................................................... 12

Student Support Services ............................................................................................................................................... 12

Career Advisors.............................................................................................................................................................. 12

Student Retention and Career Dual Enrollment Specialist.............................................................................................. 12

Student Success Counselor ........................................................................................................................................... 12

Disability Accommodations ............................................................................................................................................. 12

Financial Aid ................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Veterans’ Educational Benefits ....................................................................................................................................... 15

Policies and General Information

Notification of Compliance .............................................................................................................................................. 19

Campus Safety ................................................................................................................................................................. 20

Crisis Protocol ................................................................................................................................................................ 20

Safety in Private Spaces Act .......................................................................................................................................... 21

Preventing and Responding to Sex Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking .................................... 22

Controlled Substances (Alcohol, Drugs, Illegal Substances, Tobacco) .......................................................................... 22

Harassment .................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Public Safety Information Act 1997 ................................................................................................................................. 23

Searches ........................................................................................................................................................................ 23

Student Rights ................................................................................................................................................................. 24

Appeals Process and Grievance Procedure ................................................................................................................... 24

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ........................................................................................................ 24

Information to Which a Student May Not Have Access .................................................................................................. 25

Directory Information ...................................................................................................................................................... 25

School Officials with a Legitimate Educational Interest ................................................................................................... 26

Subpoena of Student Records ....................................................................................................................................... 26

Notification of Risk .......................................................................................................................................................... 26

Voters Registration ......................................................................................................................................................... 28

Student Responsibilities

Code of Student Conduct ............................................................................................................................................... 28

Bullying and Other Forms of Aggression ........................................................................................................................ 28

Unacceptable Behaviors................................................................................................................................................. 28

Academic Integrity .......................................................................................................................................................... 29

Children on Campus ....................................................................................................................................................... 30

Copyright Law and Lake Technical College’s Policy ....................................................................................................... 30

Academic Probation ....................................................................................................................................................... 31

Acceptable Dress ........................................................................................................................................................... 31

Internet Use Policy ......................................................................................................................................................... 32

Attendance Policy ........................................................................................................................................................... 33

General Information

Articulations .................................................................................................................................................................... 34

Bookstore ....................................................................................................................................................................... 34

Fees and Tuition............................................................................................................................................................. 34

Residency: Florida Residency for Tuition Purposes ....................................................................................................... 34

Grading System.............................................................................................................................................................. 36

Progress Reports ........................................................................................................................................................... 36

Insurance ....................................................................................................................................................................... 36

Job Placement Assistance ............................................................................................................................................. 36

Leaving Campus ............................................................................................................................................................ 37

Textbooks ....................................................................................................................................................................... 37

Minimum Technical Requirements to Take Online Courses ........................................................................................... 37

Monies Owed Policy ....................................................................................................................................................... 37

Refund Policy ................................................................................................................................................................. 37

Returned Check Policy ................................................................................................................................................... 38

Schedule Changes ......................................................................................................................................................... 38

Student Withdrawals ...................................................................................................................................................... 39

Soliciting ......................................................................................................................................................................... 39

Student Vehicles ............................................................................................................................................................ 39

Transcripts ..................................................................................................................................................................... 40

Visitors ........................................................................................................................................................................... 40

Program and Course Descriptions, Career and Technical Education

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Veterinary Assisting ........................................................................................................................................................ 41

Architecture and Construction

Electricity ........................................................................................................................................................................ 41

Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R) 1 .................................................................................... 42

Business Management and Administration

Accounting Operations ................................................................................................................................................... 43

Administrative Office Specialist ...................................................................................................................................... 43

Health Science

Emergency Medical Technician (ATD) .......................................................................................................................... 44

Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician – Combined ................................................................................................. 45

Medical Assisting ............................................................................................................................................................ 46

Nursing Assistant ........................................................................................................................................................... 47

Paramedic (ATD) ........................................................................................................................................................... 48

Patient Care Technician ................................................................................................................................................. 49

Pharmacy Technician ..................................................................................................................................................... 50

Phlebotomy .................................................................................................................................................................... 51

Practical Nursing ............................................................................................................................................................ 51

Hospitality and Tourism

Baking and Pastry Arts ................................................................................................................................................... 52

Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality.......................................................................................................................... 53

Human Services

Cosmetology .................................................................................................................................................................. 54

Facials Specialty ............................................................................................................................................................ 55

Nails Specialty ................................................................................................................................................................ 55

Information Technology

Cloud Computing & Virtualization ................................................................................................................................... 56

Computer Systems & Information Technology (CSIT) .................................................................................................... 57

Law, Public Safety, and Security

Basic Recruit Training Program for Florida Correctional Officers.................................................................................... 57

Crossover From Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer .................................................................................. 59

Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician – Combined ................................................................................................. 45

Florida Law Enforcement Academy ................................................................................................................................ 60

Public Safety Telecommunication ................................................................................................................................... 61

Criminal Justice Review Classes .................................................................................................................................... 62

Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing and Production Technology .................................................................................................... 62

Aluminum Welding and Fabrication ................................................................................................................................ 63

CNC Production Specialist ............................................................................................................................................. 63

Industrial Machinery Maintenance 1 ............................................................................................................................... 64

Welding Technology ....................................................................................................................................................... 64

Welding Technology – Advanced ................................................................................................................................... 65

Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

Automotive Collision Technology Technician ................................................................................................................. 65

Diesel Systems Technician 1 and 2 ................................................................................................................................ 66

Master Automotive Service Technology 1 and 2............................................................................................................. 67

Full-Time Faculty/Leadership ............................................................................................................................................. 69

Part-Time Faculty ............................................................................................................................................................... 72

Main Campus Map ............................................................................................................................................................. 74

Institute of Public Safety Extension Campus Map .............................................................................................................. 76

Instructional Service Center – LTC - Clermont Map ........................................................................................................... 77

Instructional Service Center – LTC - Lake County Animal Shelter Map ............................................................................. 78

Instructional Service Center – LTC - Transportation Innovation Hub Map .......................................................................... 79

Instructional Service Center – LTC - South Map ................................................................................................................ 80

Main Campus and Institute of Public Safety Telephone Extensions ................................................................................... 81

Index ................................................................................................................................................................................. 82

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LAKE TECHNICAL COLLEGE

The Lake Technical College* (Lake Tech and/or

LTC) main campus is located in central Florida at

2001 Kurt Street, Eustis, 32726, 352-589-2250,

and was known for many years as Lake County

Area Vocational Technical Center. LTC’s

extension campus, the Institute of Public Safety

Complex (IPS), is located at 1565 Ken Bragg Way,

Tavares, 32778, 352-742-6463. The IPS firing and

driving range is located in close proximity to IPS at

13000 Frankie’s Road, Tavares, 32778. LTC is a

public postsecondary education institution as

defined by Florida State Statute 1000.04(2).

In 1963 the Lake County School Board (LCSB)

requested approval from the Florida Department of

Education to build a vocational center. In the fall of

1965, state and federal construction funds were

received under the Vocational Education Act of

1963. While waiting for a facility to be built,

Cosmetology, Auto Mechanics and Business

Education programs began in the fall of 1966 in

Leesburg, Florida.

In July 1968 the main campus construction was

completed on the present 37½-acre site.

Construction for the IPS extension campus began

in 1992 and was completed in 1994. IPS is located

on two separate properties and includes state-of-

the-art firing and driving ranges as well as

classroom facilities for Firefighting/Emergency

Medical Technician - Combo, Florida Law

Enforcement Academy, the Basic Recruit Training

Program for Florida Correctional Officer, and the

Public Safety Telecommunication programs. LTC’s

campuses have grown to encompass 231,548

square feet.

In a joint venture with Lake Sumter State College,

Lake Technical College opened an Instructional

Service Center in Clermont in April of 2016. Lake

Technical College – Clermont is located on the

campus of Lake Sumter State College (LSSC) at

1250 North Hancock Road, Clermont, Florida.

Practical Nursing, Paramedic, and adult general

education programs are currently available at this

location.

In January 2018, the Center for Advanced

Manufacturing, located at the main campus, was

opened to prepare students for careers in many

aspects of manufacturing and to honor and

recognize the 300 plus local manufacturers in

Lake County.

In January 2021, Lake Technical College opened

Veterinary Assisting at the Lake County Animal

Shelter’s new location. The program is housed at

12280 County Road 448 in Tavares.

In continuing to serve the needs of Lake County,

Lake Tech partnered with the City of Tavares to

open the Lake Technical College - Transportation

Innovation Hub in Tavares. In August of 2024,

Diesel Systems Technician and Master

Automotive Service Technology programs moved

to the new location.

The newest location, Lake Technical College

South, is located in Clermont on Bloxom Avenue.

This innovative partnership, co-located with Lake

County Schools’ Flexible High School, expands

Lake Tech’s presence into the South Lake region

and increases access to workforce training

opportunities. The Electricity, HVAC, and

Paramedic programs will launch in fall 2026, with

additional programs planned for future expansion.

Currently, LTC offers over 35 postsecondary

certificate programs, short-term training, ESOL,

GED® Prep, and a variety of other services to the

community. LTC services cities, towns and

communities in Lake County and the Central

Florida area. Students from other areas of the

state and nation are also served.

Mission

The mission of Lake Technical College is to be an

integral component of the economic growth and

development in our communities by offering a

variety of high quality career-education and

training opportunities.

Vision

To be the premier provider in a collaborative effort

for workforce development in our communities.

Governance

Lake Technical College became a public

conversion charter school in July 2004 and is

governed by its Board of Directors under the

sponsorship of the LCSB as authorized by Florida

School Law 1002.34. In addition, LTC relies on

guidance from program advisory committees in

order to provide industry-standard training that

addresses the needs of business, industry and the

community.

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Lake Technical College Board of Directors

Richard Keith, Chairperson, Fire Chief - City of

Tavares

Carl “C.A.” Vossberg, IV, Vice-Chairperson,

President of Electron Machine Corporation

Jerry Cobb, Owner of Cobb’s Triangle Tractor

Isaac B. Deas, II, Ed.D., Consultant

Mickey G. Gauldin, P.E., Former Director of

Customer Services Eastern Division of Sumter

Electric Cooperative, Inc.

Timothy Morris, Owner of Ernie Morris

Enterprises and member of the Lake County

Board of County Commissioners

Bonnie Onofre, Former Assistant Vice President

of Orlando Health & Chief Nursing Officer of

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital

Philosophy

 At Lake Technical College, we believe in the

power of education and meaningful work to

transform lives and strengthen our community.

 We believe in helping students discover their

strengths through thoughtful assessment of

their abilities, interests, and career goals so

they can pursue realistic and rewarding

pathways to employment.

 We believe in providing equitable access to

high-quality workforce training programs and

delivering comprehensive student support

services that empower every learner to

succeed.

 We believe in creating engaging, hands-on

learning environments that develop technical

expertise, strengthen academic foundations,

and cultivate the professional work habits

demanded by today’s employers.

 We believe in maintaining relevant, high-

quality programs through continuous

evaluation and improvement, guided by the

input of business and industry partners,

advisory committee members, community

stakeholders, students, and educators.

 We believe in innovative teaching strategies,

modern technology, and industry-aligned

curriculum that prepare students to meet and

exceed workforce expectations.

 We believe in lifelong learning, responsible

citizenship, and fostering individual confidence

so that our graduates are prepared to

contribute to their communities and thrive in

an evolving global economy.

Accreditation

Lake Technical College is accredited by the

Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell

Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, Georgia

30350, 770.396-3898, www.council.org, and

Cognia , 9115 Westside Parkway, Alpharetta,

Georgia 30009, 888.413.3669. Various programs

are certified by the following program-specific

accrediting bodies: Commission on Accreditation

of Allied Health Education Programs upon the

recommendation of the Medical Assisting

Education Review Board, Florida State Board of

Nursing, Commission on Accreditation of

Education Programs for the EMS Professions

(CoAEMSP), American Society of Health-System

Pharmacists, Florida Criminal Justice Standards

and Training Commission, Florida Fire Academy,

American Culinary Federation, ASE Education

Foundation and Florida State Board of

Cosmetology. All programs offered at LTC are

approved and regulated by the Florida Department

of Education.

Academic Overview

Lake Tech offers a variety of programs and

classes in the following five categories.

Career and Technical Education is designed to

train students for entry-level employment. Clock

hour credit earned in Career and Technical

Education certificate programs may transfer for

credit to other postsecondary institutions.

A Certificate of Completion and/or licensure

eligibility is issued to each student who

successfully completes the competencies and

meets the basic skills grade level for the Career

and Technical Education program in which the

student is enrolled. Recognition of Achievement

certificates showing the number of hours

successfully completed are awarded for

Continuing Workforce Education and fee-based

classes.

Lake Technical College uses a two-semester

calendar, with the fall semester for most programs

lasting from mid-August through December and

the spring semester starting in January and ending

the middle of June. Short programs and licensure

programs may start earlier or later than this

schedule. The school calendar aligns where

possible with the LCSB K-12 calendar for the

convenience of adult students who are also

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parents of school-aged children. However, all

holidays do not correlate and the spring semester

is extended through June. These exceptions are

necessary in order to provide sufficient

instructional hours to meet required program

lengths as set forth by the Florida Department of

Education (FLDOE) curriculum frameworks.

As a postsecondary institution, Lake Technical

College is part of Florida’s statewide course

numbering system. The major purpose of this

system is to facilitate the transfer of certificate

program course credits among participating

institutions. (This system pertains only to Career

and Technical Education certificate programs.) For

more information, see the “Transfer Credit” section

in this catalog.

Adult Education includes Adult Basic Education

(ABE), English for Speakers of Other Languages

(ESOL), GED preparation and Academic Skills

Building (ASB). Instruction is provided to help

adults learn academic skills necessary to become

successful in their educational and/or career

choice. Integrated Education and Training (IET) is

provided through the Pathways Plus Program

(P3), which provides an opportunity for some GED

students to concurrently work towards completing

the State of Florida High School Diploma along

with a specific career and technical education

postsecondary program

Corporate and Community Training provides

short-term, not-for-credit training on a part-time

basis to enable students to supplement their

present job skills, to explore a new career, or just

for fun. These courses operate throughout the

year, both on- and off campus.

Staff Information

Executive Leadership:

DeAnna Thomas, President

Melissa Stephan, Vice President of Academic

Affairs

Tonya Hefley, Vice President of Operations

Kimberly Frazier, Associate Vice President

Diana Marquez, Senior Administrator

Leadership:

Amy DiNella, Director of Finance

Kathy Coy, Director of Financial Aid

Samantha Hayes, Dean of Student Services

Faculty:

All full-time faculty hold Florida teaching

certificates. In addition, the majority of faculty hold

bachelor’s degrees or higher. Non-degreed faculty

are experts within their field validated by years of

industry experience and certification. Career-

technical faculty have a minimum of five years’

experience in their field or a bachelor’s degree and

two years’ experience in-field. All full-time faculty,

upon employment, participate in a new teacher

orientation which is designed to support teachers’

professional growth. The foundational principles of

the program are the Florida Educator

Accomplished Practices and the Professional

Educator Competence for certification. All faculty

maintain close working relationships with industry

partners and stay abreast of industry trends

through active industry-specific advisory

committees. A list of full and part-time faculty for

certificate programs may be found in the back of

this catalog.

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Admissions/

Registration

Lake Technical College makes every effort to

meet the needs of both enrolled students and

those interested in program offerings.

Applicants may apply online at www.laketech.org

or in person in the Admissions Office, Career

advisors are available for educational and career

counseling Monday and Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. to

6:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday 8:00 a.m. to

4:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Summer hours and scheduled holidays may differ.

Lake Technical College does not discriminate on

the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,

gender, genetic information, age, pregnancy,

disability, or marital status in its educational

programs, services or activities, or in its hiring or

employment practices. The district also provides

access to its facilities to the Boy Scouts and other

patriotic youth groups, as required by the Boy

Scouts of America Equal Access Act, or any other

youth group listed in Title 36 of the United States

Code as a patriotic society.

Lake Technical College is not an international

school and as such does not accept students with

an M-1 visa status. Students must be United

States Citizens, Non-Citizen National, or Qualified

Alien in order to enroll in career and technical

education programs.

Career and Technical Education

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and

should be academically, physically and

emotionally capable of meeting the essential tasks

of the chosen program. Documentation of the

completion of a high school diploma or its

equivalent may be required for some programs. As

identified in the Master Plan of Instruction, some

programs may specify additional admission

requirements.

Lake Technical College accepts high school

diplomas from public and private secondary

schools within the United States educational

system, provided the issuing institution holds a

valid and recognized accreditation from an

established regional or national accrediting body.

Additionally, LTC also accepts a State of Florida

High School Diploma or a General Education

Development (GED®) credential diploma. The

diploma must be recognized by GED® Testing in

Washington D.C.. Students who have completed a

secondary education in a homeschool setting must

submit a fully executed Homeschool Affidavit form

in accordance with applicable state guidelines.

This form is available in the Admissions Office.

LTC reserves the right to request supporting

documentation to verify the legitimacy of any

credential, including official academic transcripts,

proof of institutional accreditation, and clarification

of the diploma type. It is the responsibility of the

prospective student to secure and submit all

required diplomas, transcripts, affidavits, and

supporting accreditation documentation prior to

enrollment.

In most programs, qualified new students are

accepted several times a year on a space-

available basis. Start dates are available in the

course schedule which is published at

www.laketech.org. Career Dual Enrollment (CDE)

is available to eligible high school students. The

registration process is noted in the CDE

application which is available on the website.

A Basic Skills Assessment may be required prior

to acceptance into programs. These tests include,

but are not limited to CASAS GOALS, the Test of

Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), and the Basic

Abilities Test (BAT). Fees for these evaluations

are non-refundable, and are good for thirty days

from the date of payment.

Admissions procedures for certificate programs

are:

 Complete an LTC online application.

 Take the basic skills examination, if required.

 Meet with a career advisor.

To finalize enrollment:

 Explore your funding options. Lake Tech

offers Pell grants, accepts Bright Futures and

the Florida Prepaid College Plan. Most

programs are approved for VA education

benefits.

 Enroll in your program. Meet with a career

advisor to discuss test scores, career goals,

and program requirements. Submit your

residency documentation and enroll in your

program. Students in the Paramedic (ATD),

Emergency Medical Technician (ATD), Florida

Law Enforcement Academy, Basic Recruit

Training Program for Florida Correctional

Officers, Public Safety Telecommunication,

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and the Firefighter/Emergency Medical

Technician (EMT) – Combined programs can

enroll at the Institute of Public Safety.

 Complete your enrollment. Pay tuition and

fees. Take your picture for a student ID. LTC

accepts cash, credit cards, and personal

checks in the Business Office. You may also

pay online using your “Student Portal” or in the

Institute of Public Safety main office for Florida

Law Enforcement Academy, Basic Recruit

Training Program for Florida Correctional

Officers, Public Safety Telecommunication

and Firefighter/EMT – Combined programs.

 Complete new student orientation. Go to

https://www.laketech.org/current-

students/orientation and follow the

instructions.

 Students requesting disability

accommodations should self-disclose the

disability and must provide supporting

documentation.

Students are also strongly encouraged to attend a

Program Information Session or contact the

program instructor prior to their first day of class

with any questions.

A career advisor will review all student

applications, explain admission requirements, and

recommend program placement based on student

interest, aptitude, training, and space availability.

In the event classes are full, qualified student

applicants will be enrolled according to specific

priorities as established by LTC. Preference will be

given to veterans of the Armed Forces of the

United States who separated under honorable

conditions if that person’s enrollment is directly

related to present employment or to securing

employment.

Testing Requirements

All applicants for Career and Technical Education

(CTE) programs 450 hours or more, with the

exception of Florida Law Enforcement Academy

applicants, take a state mandated basic skills

evaluation prior to enrollment. Basic skills

evaluation scores must be valid at the time of

enrollment. Testers must be 16 years of age or

older.

If a student has met or exceeded standard scores

on one area of one test, they may use another test

to meet the additional skill area requirements. It is

acceptable to combine test scores from more than

one test. (Rule 6A-10.315, F.A.C.)

Assessment instruments meeting this requirement

include:

Per 2020, FS 1008.30 – Common placement

testing for public postsecondary education and

Rule 6a-10.040 (eff. 2/16/21)

No expiration date:

 Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), Forms

11 and 12, 2017;

 Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment

System (CASAS), GOALS 900 Series, 2019;

 2014 GED® Tests: Reasoning through

Language Arts and Mathematical Reasoning

where a minimum score as required in Rule

6A-6.0201, F.A.C (eff. 3/23/16), has been

attained on each test.

Good for 2 years from the date of testing:

 A common placement test where a minimum

score has been achieved pursuant to Rule 6A-

10.0315, F.A.C.(eff. 9/24/19);

 PERT, SAT (The College Board), ACT, Next

Generation, ACCPLACER (The College

Board)

Per 2020, FS 1004.91, FS 1008.30, and the 2021

CTE Basic Skills Assessment Technical

Assistance Paper – Requirements for career

education program basic skills include programs

450 hours or more.

 An adult student with a disability may be

exempted. (per Rule 6a-10.040(eff. 2/16/21),

FS 1004.02(6)(eff. 2020) – must follow LTC

policy and process);

 A student who possesses a college degree at

the associate in applied science level or

higher;

 Any student who entered 9th grade in a

Florida public school in the 2003-2004 school

year, or any year thereafter, and earned a

Florida standard high school diploma.

(Graduated 2007+)

 A student who is serving as an active duty

member of any branch of the United States

Armed Services;

 A student who passes a state or national

industry certification or licensure examination

that is identified in State Board of Education

rules and aligned to the career education

program in which the student is enrolled;

 An adult student who is enrolled in an

apprenticeship program that is registered with

the Department of Education in accordance

with chapter 446;

 A student who demonstrates readiness for

public postsecondary education pursuant to s.

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1008.30 (see testing chart below) and

applicable rules adopted by the State Board of

Education. If a student has met or exceeded

standard scores in one area of one test,

another test may be used to meet the

additional skill area requirements. It is

acceptable to combine test scores from more

than one test;

 A student who was previously tested and

referred to developmental education at a

Florida College System (FCS) institution

college may be reported as meeting basic

skills requirements once they successfully

complete the required developmental

education and will not need to be retested.

 Students enrolled in school district or FCS

institution law enforcement training academies

are not subject to basic skills exit

requirements in s. 1004.91 F.S. or Rule 6A-

10.040 F.A.C. The Florida Department of Law

Enforcement (FDLE) has designated the

Florida Basic Abilities Test (FBAT) for use

with these students; please refer to s.

943.17(6), F.S., for more information. Any

candidate wishing to enter a law enforcement

academy that either (i) is a veteran as

classified in section 1.01(14), F.S., or (ii) holds

an associate degree or higher from an

accredited college or university is not required

to take the Law Enforcement Basic Abilities

Test. Please note that veteran is defined as

being honorably discharged from military

service. No other discharge classifications

qualify.

Applicants transferring appropriately leveled

TABE, CASAS GOALS, GED® test sections, or

other common placement tests must do so by

having an official score report sent directly to the

Admissions Office prior to enrollment in the

program. Scores brought by hand will be accepted

only if the document provided by the outside

testing center is in a sealed envelope.

Florida Law Enforcement Academy and Basic

Recruit Training Program for Florida Correctional

Officers students are required to take the BAT as

per Florida Department of Law Enforcement

(FDLE) requirements.

In addition to a basic skills evaluation, Practical

Nursing and Firefighter/Emergency Medical

Technician - Combined applicants must take the

TEAS. Please note that LTC does not accept

online or un-proctored TEAS exams. Emergency

Medical Technician applicants only take the TEAS.

Picture identification, such as a valid driver’s

license, is required. Walk-in testing days are

Mondays and Wednesdays, at 8am and 12:30pm.

Appointments are also available Monday through

Friday; testing days and times are subject to

change. Please call 352.589.2250 for an

appointment and to confirm or visit

www.laketech.org for more information. Children

may not be brought to the testing area or left alone

on campus. Scores may be obtained from a career

advisor.

Testing Availability and Cost

Assessment Center appointments are available

Monday - Friday and walk-ins (no appointment

necessary) are available from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30

p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. Students

must check in at the College lobby prior to testing.

The fee for the Basic Skills Test is $25.00, BAT is

$39.00 (paid at pearsonvue.com), and TEAS is

$90.00. Testing fees must be paid prior to testing

in the Business Office. This Business Office is

open Monday 7:45a.m. – 6:00p.m., Tuesday–

Thursday 7:45a.m. – 4:00p.m., and Friday

8:00a.m. – 11:30a.m. All fees are non-refundable,

and are good for 30 days. Individuals taking the

CASAS GOALS for purposes other than LTC

enrollment will be charged $50.00 for testing.

Remediation of Basic Skills

Students who do not meet the basic skills exit

scores set by the Florida Department of Education

for their program are strongly encouraged to begin

attending remediation classes prior to or at the

time of enrollment in a Career and Technical

Education program and make acceptable progress

as determined by the ASB faculty member. Lake

Technical College follows vendor guidelines for all

retesting. Students with an approved early testing

waiver may be permitted to test early. It is highly

recommended students meet state mandated

basic skills requirements by the time they have

completed 50% of their program. Students who do

not meet state mandated basic skills exit scores

may not receive a certificate of completion as per

Florida Department of Education rules.

Some basic skills test scores are good for two

years and must be valid at the time of enrollment.

Basic skills test scores that expire during

continuous enrollment remain valid until the end of

such enrollment. Under continuous enrollment,

students must be enrolled at least 50% of each

semester. Continuous enrollment applies to

attendance in a single program.

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Disability Waiver for the Basic Skills

Evaluation

LTC provides waivers to students with disabilities

as defined in Section 1004.02(6) of the Florida

Statutes to meet the career basic skills grade

levels required for completion of career and

technical programs as described in rule 6A-

10.040(2).

A LTC student with a documented disability, who

is registered for remediation through adult

education, and has completed 90% of the

competencies of a career and technical program

of study with a cumulative grade point average of

at least 80% or higher, may petition to receive a

waiver for the basic skills exit exam after

attempting to pass it on at least two occasions.

Prerequisites for Requesting an Exemption of

the Basic Skills Exit Requirement

1. The student must have completed 90% of the

competencies in the career and technical

program of study with a cumulative GPA of

80% or higher;

2. Student must have the recommendation of

their CTE and Ad Ed program instructors;

3. Student must have documentation on file in

the special populations staff’s office showing

the student’s disability substantially interferes

with his/her ability to pass the basic skills exit

requirements;

4. Student must have taken a basic skills

evaluation two times before petitioning for an

exemption.

Process to Request a Basic Skills Waiver

1. Students will complete a Basic Skills Waiver

Request Form after meeting the requirements

listed above. The Forms are available from the

special populations staff. A Basic Skills Waiver

committee will convene to deliberate the

waiver request. The Committee may consider

the following:

a. The student’s documented disability;

b. The student’s achievement in the career

and technical program of study;

c. The student’s remediation effort to satisfy

the basic skills exit requirement;

d. The student’s job opportunities and any

other pertinent data.

2. The Committee shall approve or disapprove

the student’s request for a Basic Skills Waiver

based on majority vote.

3. The Basic Skills Waiver committee may

include the following LTC officials:

a. Dean of Student Services

b. Program administrator

c. Student Success Counselor

d. special populations staff

e. Adult Education Coordinator

4. Documentation of a student’s petition for a

waiver of the basic skills exit requirement shall

be maintained by the College for audit

purposes. LTC may report a student with a

Basic Skills Waiver as a program completer.

Whenever the committee denies a student’s

petition for a waiver of the basic skills exit

requirement, the student may appeal the decision

to the President of LTC. The student must file a

written appeal within 30 days of receiving the

written notification of disapproval. The Dean of

Student Services shall render a decision in writing

to the student within 30 days after receiving the

appeal.

Career Dual-Enrollment

Career Dual Enrollment (CDE) is an option for

high school students to enroll in post-secondary

courses to earn elective or vocational credit

toward high school graduation requirements and

to receive hours toward a career and technical

program certificate. Students receive two

additional quality points on their weighted GPA for

courses successfully completed within the

program (6.0 on a 4.0 scale).

To participate in CDE, a student must:

 Be at least 16 years of age and in the 11th or

12th grade. Students that enroll in their senior

year may not be able to complete a program

as a high school student. Opportunity to

complete as an adult student is available.

 Have a viable career-technical goal.

 Have a minimum of a 2.0 unweighted GPA

and be on target for graduation. All students

are strongly encouraged to have passed all

state required tests/exams prior to dual

enrollment.

 Have good attendance and discipline records.

 Have basic skills scores within 2 grade levels

of state mandated exit requirements for

completion of the program.

 Have completed a program shadow in the

program of choice.

Achievement of these eligibility requirements must

be documented prior to a student’s enrollment in a

CDE program.

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Tuition and some fees for CDE students are

waived; some fees are the student’s responsibility.

Fees assessed may include lab kit, insurance,

drug screen, uniforms, certification fees, etc.

Students attending public secondary schools,

home school, and private schools are provided

books at no charge. Uniforms are required.

Financial assistance is not available for CDE

students.

CDE Applications are accepted for the fall and the

spring terms. Testing and program shadow must

be completed prior to the deadline for each term.

CDE students must be in good standing at the end

of each school year to be eligible to return and

continue their program. specific requirements

such as age, possession of a valid driver’s license,

full time only enrollment, etc. Specifics are noted

on the online CDE application. Contact

Admissions for details.

Work-based Activities

In-School Shop/lab Activities Customer

Service Experiences

On campus customer service experiences, like all

other LTC work-based learning activities, focus on

the objectives of developing and apply “real world”

experience using the knowledge and skills

attained in the program and providing objective

input from potential employers or customers of

program graduates. Customer service, which is

incorporated in Accounting Operations,

Administrative Office Specialist, Automotive

Collision Repair and Refinishing, Welding

Technology, Cosmetology, and other programs,

involves the public and is an important component

of each program. Students are under the direct

supervision of the program instructor(s).

Because customer service activities are an

integral part of the CTE program and completed in

the program classroom/lab setting, training

agreements are not required. Since attendance is

taken in the classroom/lab setting, additional time

sheets are not required, but services and/or

project completions are monitored and tracked by

the instructor(s). Student evaluations include

instructor evaluation and customer feedback.

To ensure consistency in recordkeeping and

monitoring of customer service funds, the Board

approved procedures for Customer Service listed

in LTC’s Policies and Procedures Manual must be

followed.

Cooperative Education assists students in

academic, career-technical, economic and social

development. There is a responsibility to the

school, to the community and to industry that must

be considered when accepting students into this

on-the-job learning opportunity. Students must be

enrolled in their last course of their program in

order to participate in Co-op. In addition, basic

skills exit levels must be met and the student can

have no outstanding debt with the school.

Students must be approved by administration for

Co-op prior to beginning, including clearance

through financial aid. Co-op positions may be paid

or voluntary.

Job Shadowing is an opportunity for students to

learn more about the workplace and the actual job

duties expected in their chosen program. Job

Shadowing must be unpaid and no more than

eight days in length per site. Longer job shadows

may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Students may suggest sites and make the initial

contact, but all requested job shadowing must be

verified by the faculty member with the owner or

supervisor of the site of the proposed job

shadowing site prior to the actual job shadowing.

Clinical Practicum, Externship, and Internship

Work-based experiences, such as clinical,

practicum, externship and internship, are an

integral part of most licensing programs. Students

are required to participate in administering direct

patient care under the guidance of a faculty

member or preceptor as well as some

observational experiences. Students are assessed

in their knowledge, skills and professional skills

while participating in these work-based

experiences. Clinical, practicum, externship and

internship sites are pre-arranged by the faculty

member or department chair and are established

by a contract with the facility.

Corporate and Community Training

Short-term, instructor-led, and online courses

designed to meet the needs of industry and the

community are offered through evening and

weekend career-technical courses. Some classes

may also be available during daytime hours.

Students enroll to supplement their present job

skills, to explore a new career, or just for fun.

These courses operate weekly, both on- and off-

campus. These offerings are not accredited by the

Council on Occupational Education and do not

qualify for Title IV financial aid assistance.

General information about courses and

customized training is available under the

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Corporate & Community Training page at

https://www.laketech.org/corporate-community-

training/ or by calling the Corporate and

Community Training Coordinator at 352.589.2250,

x1885. A program schedule for class listings and

times is available online at

https://www.laketech.org/corporate-community-

training/continuing-education or in the lobby area

at the main campus. Registration and payment are

also available at this site.

Payments can be made online while registering for

courses or at least a week prior to the start of the

class. If a registered student is unable to attend a

class, he/she should contact the Corporate and

Community Training Coordinator as soon as

possible.

Students are not considered registered and their

seat in the class is not secured until they make

payment in the form of cash, check, money order,

Visa, MasterCard, Discover, voucher, or billing

letter from a business or agency. Payments can

also be made online at LakeTech.org via the

Quick Pay button, by mail to Lake Technical

College, 2001 Kurt Street, Eustis, FL 32726, Attn:

Corporate & Community Training, or preferably at

https://www.laketech.org/corporate-community-

training/continuing-education. If you previously

registered for the course and then decide to pay

later, you may follow the same process as before,

i.e., registering at this site, and then pay

online. You will not be enrolled twice.

Adult Education Programs

Adult Education facilitates the learning and

application of academic and career-related soft

skills associated with overall success in life. It is

comprised of Adult Basic Education (ABE),

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL),

Florida High School Equivalency (GED ®) exam

preparation and Academic Skills Building (ASB).

These offerings are not accredited by the Council

on Occupational Education and do not qualify for

Title IV financial aid assistance. Adult Education

classes are offered on the main campus, at

various sites throughout Lake County, and online.

A list of sites is available in the Admissions Office.

Lake Tech also offers specialized training for adult

education students that focuses on key careers to

further develop education and employment

opportunities. Through the Pathways Plus

Program (P3), integrated education combined with

career training and high school completion as well

as English language learning is now available for

such career and technical education programs as

Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, and

Refrigeration, and Professional Culinary Arts &

Hospitality.

ABE classes are available for those individuals

who need remediation in reading and/or math.

This program is available days, evenings and

online. Consult Admissions for qualifying scores

for online classes.

ESOL classes are available for adult students

seeking instruction in the English language. This

program is available days and evenings with

blended remote learning components. The

program includes practical conversational practice

in pronunciation, stress, and intonation, as well as

career and workforce preparation activities.

The GED® preparation program prepares

students for the Florida High School Equivalency

Test through an individualized course of study.

This program is available days, evenings and

online. Upon completion of study, students who

pass the official GED® test will be awarded a

State of Florida High School Diploma.

Underage testing: students who are 16 or 17 years

of age, must file a formal declaration of intent to

terminate school enrollment pursuant to Section

1003.21(1)(c), Florida Statutes, and submit a

signed and notarized Underage Testing Form in

order to take the tests. Please visit ged.fldoe.org

for more information on underage testing.

Although not required, students may opt to take

GED ® preparatory classes at any time.

Prior to enrollment in the program, a skill level

assessment of reading and math is required to

determine placement for classroom instruction.

The results of these tests enable faculty to

determine strengths and weaknesses so as to

prepare an individualized course of study for each

student. Official GED® practice tests are

administered as part of the program. Students

without a high school diploma who are enrolled in

day career-technical programs may work

concurrently toward a Florida High School

Diploma while on campus. Lake Technical College

is a designated Pearson testing site and provides

GED ® testing in its Assessment Center.

ASB is a career and technical education support

program offered days, evenings and online for

students who may need to improve their skills in

reading and/or math. Students are evaluated and

individual study plans are written for each subject.

Students work at their own pace using a variety of

materials that provide continuous feedback and

evaluation.

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Admission Procedures for Face-to-Face ABE,

GED, and ASB Classes

 Complete an online school application

 Complete basic skills testing such CASAS

GOALS

 Meet with a career advisor about CASAS

GOALS scores

 Register in the Admissions Office

 Pay tuition in the Business Office or pay online

at www.laketech.org via the Student Portal

 Attend orientation (main campus only)

Students who score below 4.0 in reading or math

are strongly encouraged to enroll in the learning

literacy program with the Lake County Library

system. See a counselor/career advisor for more

information.

Admission Procedures for Online ABE, ESOL,

GED, and ASB Classes

 Complete an online school application

 Complete basic skills testing such as CASAS

GOALS (Students must have at least a 6.0

grade equivalency score in Reading to be

eligible for the online class)

 Meet with a career advisor about CASAS

GOALS scores

 Register in the Admissions Office

 Pay tuition in the Business Office or pay

online at www.laketech.org via the online

Student Portal

 Complete the mandatory orientation online.

Students who score below a 6.0 in reading on the

CASAS GOALS will be required to enroll face-to-

face. See a career advisor for more information.

ESOL

 Complete an online school application

 Complete the CASAS STEPS Reading and

Listening tests

 Meet with a career advisor about scores

 Register in the Admissions Office

 Pay tuition in the Business Office or pay

online at www.laketech.org via the online

Student Portal

GED® Testing Service

Candidates interested in taking the GED® test

must process through the GED® Testing Service

(GEDTS) Portal, www.GED.com. For information

on creating an account, exceptions,

accommodations, canceling or rescheduling or

requesting a transcript may be found at

www.GED.com.

Foreign and International

Diplomas/Degrees

Lake Technical College accepts foreign and

international diplomas and degrees if they are

translated into English and evaluated by a

credential evaluation service. Credential

evaluation services provide objective evaluations

of US equivalents of foreign education. To be

accepted, a credential evaluation report must

include a statement of the diploma/degree

equivalent for US education.

There are several foreign credential services

available to students. The agencies listed are

supplied as a convenience. Each agency charges

a fee for their services. Fees for the evaluation

tend to range from $150.00 to $250.00 depending

on the amount of detail required and the speed of

response. The applicant is responsible for paying

the credential evaluation and translation fees.

 SPAN TRAN The Evaluation Company

2400 Augusta Dr Suite 451

Houston, TX 77057

Phone: 1 929.480.6977

Spanish Phone: 1 929.384.7182

www.evalcompany.com

 Global Education Group, Inc.

One South Church Avenue, Suite 1200

Tucson, AZ 85701

Phone: 1-520-202-7800

www.globaledu.com

 Josef Silny and Associates

7101 SW 102 Avenue

Miami, FL 33173

Phone: 1-305-273-1616

www.jsilny.com

 World Education Services

New York, NY

Phone: 1-800-361-3106-

www.wes.org

It is the student’s responsibility to have foreign and

international diplomas and/or degrees translated

into English, evaluated and delivered to LTC prior

to enrollment.

Students holding foreign and international

diplomas and/or degrees have the right to have

their language abilities assessed to determine if

their skills are sufficient to enable them to benefit

from LTC’s program offerings.

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Transfer of Credit

Transfer between Lake Technical College

programs:

Students desiring to transfer between programs at

LTC must meet with a career advisor. The student

will visit the desired program prior to transferring.

Both the sending and receiving faculty, the

program administrator, the Dean of Student

Services, and the Financial Aid Office, if

applicable, must be involved in the transfer. In

some cases, a Student Intervention Team (SIT)

meeting will be held to review the request.

Transfers should be made as early as possible,

preferably within the first five days of the student's

enrollment. Some programs have transferable

competencies to other programs. Students may

not transfer from one program to another more

than once in one academic year. Students who

have paid for a LTC FDLE background check for

initial entry into a program will not have to repeat

the background check for entry into another

program as long as the check was at the same

level and successfully completed within six months

of application to the new program. It is the

applicant’s responsibility to request that the

background check results be forwarded to the

applied-to program and to notify a career advisor

so that the fee may be waived. If questions arise

concerning any student’s status, administration

reserves the right to require another drug test. See

a career advisor for more information.

Transfer among Postsecondary Institutions:

Students transferring to LTC from another

institution must file their application and supporting

academic documents in the Admissions Office.

Students must be in good standing at the

transferring institution. Transcripts are reviewed

for transfer of credit and placement prior to

enrollment.

All transfers are considered on an individual basis

provided space is available, and admission

requirements are met. Student placement will be

the result of mutual planning by the student,

faculty member, career advisor, and

administration. Some licensure programs may

have additional transfer requirements to ensure

that licensure and certification standards are met.

These requirements are set forth in program

information and application packets and on the

school website.

Florida Statute 1007.24(7) states that:

Any student who transfers among postsecondary

institutions that are fully accredited by a regional

or national accrediting agency recognized by the

United States Department of Education and that

participate in the statewide course numbering

system shall be awarded credit by the receiving

institution for courses satisfactorily completed by

the student at the previous institutions. Credit shall

be awarded if the courses are judged by the

appropriate statewide course numbering system

faculty committees representing school districts,

public postsecondary educational institutions and

participating nonpublic postsecondary educational

institutions to be academically equivalent to

courses offered at the receiving institution,

including equivalency of faculty credentials,

regardless of the public or nonpublic control of the

previous institution. The Department of Education

shall ensure that credits to be accepted by a

receiving institution are generated in courses for

which the faculty possess credentials that are

comparable to those required by the accrediting

association of the receiving institution. The award

of credit may be limited to courses that are

entered in the statewide course numbering

system. Credits awarded pursuant to this

subsection shall satisfy institutional requirements

on the same basis as credits awarded to native

students.

Course credit for licensure:

Students possessing active professional licenses

or state certifications may be granted course

credit. Proof of any active license must be

submitted to a career advisor prior to enrollment.

Lake Technical College does not grant course

credit for experiential learning.

Graduation

Lake Technical College holds commencement

ceremonies each year honoring all CTE and Adult

Education graduates. Students walk in cap and

gown attire purchased through the Business

Office. Only approved accessories may be worn

with caps and gowns. Students may participate in

end-of-program ceremonies (i.e., Capping and

Pinning) with minimal completion of requirements

pending provided they obtain prior approval.

CTE students are eligible for the graduation

ceremony once the following criteria are met:

1. On track to complete all Occupational

Completion Points and/or courses by a

determined deadline with a passing grade.

2. On track to complete all competencies as

stated in the Master Plan of Instruction.

3. Completion of state mandated exit

requirements for basic skills, if applicable.

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4. Be in good standing regarding attendance (no

more than 10% absences). Have all make-up

time completed.

5. Completion of the application for graduation

and exit interview.

6. Clearance of all monies owed.

State of Florida High School diploma recipients

are those who have successfully completed GED®

testing with at least the required minimum scores.

These students may participate in a special

graduation or celebratory ceremony offered each

year.

Honors Recognitions

Students who perform exceptionally well in their

program are recognized in various ways. Students

with near perfect attendance and progress in their

programs are recognized monthly. The National

Technical Honor Society is available to CTE

students having completed 50% or more of the

program, maintaining a 93 or better grade average

with at least 90% attendance (or higher if noted in

Master Plan of Instruction), and having a faculty

member recommendation. The National Adult

Education Honor Society is available to students

meeting the NTHS criteria for attendance,

cooperation and work ethic.

Student

Support

Services

Student Services staff focuses on the needs of the

individual student and helps to bring together the

resources of LTC. Lake Technical College refrains

from high-pressure recruitment tactics such as

making multiple unsolicited contacts (3 or more),

including contacts by phone, email, or in-person,

or engage in same-day recruitment and

registration for the purpose of securing Service

member enrollments or any other specific

classification of student. The process begins with

academic assessment and program advisement

with a career advisor to develop a career action

plan. It continues with support throughout a

student’s enrollment at LTC.

Career Advisors

Career advisors are available to assist students

with career and academic advice and financial

hardship concerns. Walk-ins or appointments may

be made on Monday and Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. to

6:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to

4:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Summer and holiday hours may vary.

Student Retention and Career Dual

Enrollment Specialist

LTC employs a Student Retention Specialist who

works with students and faculty to track

attendance, assist in developing strategies to

improve attendance, and coordinates make-up

time.

Student Success Counselor

A Student Success Counselor is available to assist

students with study skills, stress reduction, test-

taking anxiety, and other challenges. Walk-ins are

welcome, or appointments may be made.

Disability Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision

of accommodations for students with disabilities as

identified on the secondary student’s IEP or 504

plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations

plan to meet individual needs to ensure equal

access. Postsecondary students with disabilities

must self-identify, present documentation, request

accommodations if needed, and develop a plan

with their postsecondary provider.

Students desiring accommodations or updates to

their accommodations are encouraged to self-

identify before or as soon as possible to the

special populations staff and provide

documentation that clearly shows evidence of a

disability and applicable accommodations. The

special populations staff will schedule a meeting

with the student and faculty to discuss the

documented disability and applicable

accommodations.

Accommodations received in postsecondary

education may differ from those received in

secondary education and are reasonable as they

relate to the industry or field. Accommodations

may change the way the student is instructed.

Students with disabilities may need

accommodations in such areas as instructional

methods and materials, assignments,

assessments, time demands, schedules, learning

environment, assistive technology and special

communication systems. Accommodations

regarding skills achievement will align with

industry standards. Note: attendance does not

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qualify as an accommodation. Documentation of

the accommodation requested and provided is

maintained in a confidential file.

Students in need of academic accommodations for

a disability may consult with the special

populations staff to arrange appropriate

accommodations. Students are required to give

reasonable notice (typically 5 working days) prior

to requesting an accommodation.

Vocational Rehabilitation

The Florida Department of Education Division of

Vocational Rehabilitation sponsors eligible,

disabled students who need training or retraining

to secure suitable employment. For detailed

information, please call 407-897-2700.

Division of Blind Services

The Division of Blind Services provides special

assistance for the visually impaired, which may

include equipment, counseling, and medical

assistance. For information, please call 850-245-

0300.

Deaf Services

Florida Relay Service is the communications link

for people who are deaf, hard of hearing,

deaf/blind, or speech impaired. Through the

Florida Relay Service, people who use specialized

telephone equipment can communicate with

people who use standard telephone equipment.

More information about Florida Relay may be

found at https://www.ftri.org/relay.

To call Florida Relay, dial 7-1-1 or

1-800-676-3777.

Financial Aid

The Financial Aid Office is designed to coordinate

and consolidate financial resources and agency

services to meet as many needs as possible. This

office facilitates the student’s ability to complete a

training program and enter the workforce as a

taxpaying, contributing member of society. No

person or entity engaged in any student recruiting,

admission activity, or making the decisions

regarding the award of student financial

assistance may be provided commission, bonus,

or other incentive payment based directly or

indirectly on securing enrollments or federal

financial aid, including but not limited to Tuition

Assistance funds. Policies and guidelines for the

administration of all financial aid are established

according to federal and state law by the financial

aid committee(s) and published in the Financial

Aid Policies and Procedures Manual.

Financial aid is available to eligible students

through federal, state, local, and institutional

grants and scholarships. Lake Technical College

does not offer student loans.

Students enrolled in eligible certificate programs

may apply for financial aid and are encouraged to

submit applications as early as possible, as

processing and verification can take several

weeks. All financial aid applications and required

documentation for the current academic year must

be completed by May 30 of the award year. The

Financial Aid Office can also provide information

about additional community resources.

Most of the financial aid at LTC is based on need,

and students must meet qualifying criteria to

receive assistance. Each applicant should

complete a Free Application for Federal Student

Aid (FAFSA) and furnish documentation, if

needed, to verify eligibility.

Gainful Employment:

Gainful Employment disclosures are available on

the LTC website and upon request for each

financial aid eligible program.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy for

Financial Aid Recipients

Federal regulations require the school to establish

Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress

(SAP) as a general eligibility requirement for Pell

Grant. A student must maintain satisfactory

academic progress in a CTE program to remain

eligible for Pell. To meet the SAP standards

adopted by LTC, a student must:

 Maintain a minimum average grade of C* for

each payment period. (Qualitative standard)

 Progress at a rate to complete the program

within the maximum time frame which is 150%

of scheduled program hours. (Quantitative

standard)

The qualitative and quantitative standards are

cumulative and include all periods of a student’s

enrollment. Please note that even periods in which

the student did not receive any federal aid are also

included in the evaluation of academic progress.

* Individual programs may have higher minimum

standards as listed in the program Master Plan of

Instruction. These higher standards must be met

for Title IV eligibility.

Evaluating Satisfactory Academic Progress for

Financial Aid Recipients

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is

evaluated at the end of each payment period. If a

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student does not meet SAP standards, the student

will be issued a warning and placed on probation

for the next payment period. Failure to meet SAP

after the probationary period will result in a loss of

Title IV financial aid. However, if there were

extenuating circumstances that affected the

student's performance, they may submit a written

appeal requesting a review of their aid eligibility.

Reinstatement of Title IV aid for Financial Aid

Recipients

A student’s Title IV funding that was discontinued

due to unsatisfactory academic progress may be

reinstated upon the student’s receiving a

satisfactory academic progress report at the end

of the next payment period.

Absences Exceeding 10% of Total Program

Hours for Financial Aid Recipients

If a student is absent more than 10% of the total

program hours, the student’s Pell Grant will be

canceled. The student may submit a written

request for an appeal if extenuating circumstances

resulted in absences exceeding 10% of total

program hours. If a student withdraws from a

program and re-enters in the same program after

180 calendar days, the student’s prior absent

hours will not be counted as part of his/her

cumulative program absences.

Appeals Process for Financial Aid Recipients

If a student has been declared ineligible for Title IV

aid because of unsatisfactory academic progress

or absences exceeding 10% of total program

hours, the student has the right to make a written

request to the Financial Aid Appeals Committee

for consideration of extenuating circumstances

that caused the loss of his/her financial aid. The

student’s appeal and all documentation must be

submitted to the Financial Aid Office within 5

business days after notification of Title IV

ineligibility. If the student’s appeal is approved,

they will be placed on probation for one payment

period. At the end of one payment period on

probation, the student must make SAP or they will

be declared ineligible for Title IV aid. Only one

Financial Aid appeal may be submitted per

program.

Reaching the Maximum Time Frame

If it is measured and found that a student cannot

complete the academic program in which he/she is

enrolled within the maximum time frame (150% of

scheduled program hours), financial aid eligibility

will be canceled.

Career and Technical Education Student

Financial Aid Program

Guidelines are established for implementing the

legislatively mandated, fee-generated, career and

technical education student financial aid program.

The financial aid fees collected shall be used to

pay full or partial program/course tuition and/or lab

fees and textbooks or other items of normal cost of

instruction for persons with demonstrated financial

need enrolling at LTC. These fees shall also be

used to provide students with a supplemental

source of financial assistance at LTC known as

the Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)

Program requirements are:

 All nonexempt career and technical education

students shall be assessed a financial aid fee

equal to 10 percent of each student’s required

course fee amount.

 Financial aid fees are based on the required

local effort fees prescribed in legislative

appropriations provision.

 The financial aid fee is included in the hourly

tuition fee.

 If a person is eligible for Pell Grant, Pell Grant

monies will be utilized to offset school

expenses.

 Assistance may be provided to those who do

not qualify for the Pell Grant and to students

whose total financial needs are not met.

 The Director of Financial Aid will recommend

the distribution of financial aid to

Administration for approval.

Professional Judgement

Eligibility for federal student aid is determined by

the FAFSA which currently uses financial

information from two years prior to estimate a

household’s Student Aid Index (SAI). LTC

recognizes that households can experience

significant changes to their financial situation or

other special circumstances that affect the

information reported on the FAFSA. When these

situations occur, it is possible to re-evaluate a

student’s aid eligibility based on their current

circumstances through the Professional

Judgement (PJ) process.

Pursuant to Section 479A and 480(d)(7) of the

Higher Education Act of 1965, financial aid

administrators have the authority to exercise

discretion in a number of areas when an eligible

student has special or unusual circumstances

through PJ.

There must be a significant change to be

considered for Professional Judgement. All PJ

applications are required to have a detailed letter

of explanation and ample supporting

documentation to provide evidence of the

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extenuating circumstances. Incomplete

submissions will delay the process until all

requested documents have been received.

PJ decisions are made on a case-by-case basis,

and the financial aid committee’s decision is final

and cannot be appealed. Please contact the LTC

Financial Aid office to discuss the process and

request an application for professional judgement.

Bureau of Indian Affairs

For information regarding training and education,

visit https://www.bia.gov/bia/ois/dwd.

Federally Funded Title IV Grants

For details on eligibility and applications, ask for

the financial aid flyer or call 352-589-2250,

extension 1832. Additional information may be

found at fsa.studentaid.gov.

Local Private Scholarships

For details on eligibility and application directions,

call 352-589-2250, extension 1832. Scholarship

applications are available via the Focus portal for

students.

Military Tuition Assistance for Service

Members

Service members who qualify may use tuition

assistance for approved courses. To apply,

Service members must speak with their

Educational Services Officer (ESO) or counselor

within their Military Service prior to enrolling.

The following policies will apply to service

members using military tuition assistance:

 LTC will return any TA Program funds directly

to the Military Service, not the Service

member

 Up to the start date, will return 100% TA

program funds to the appropriate Military

Service when the Service member does not:

 Begin attendance at the institution; or start a

course, regardless of whether the student

starts other courses; and will

 Return any TA funds paid for a course that is

canceled by the educational institution.

 LTC will return any unearned TA program

funds on a proportional basis through at least

the 60% portion of the period for which the

funds were provided. TA funds are earned

proportionally during an enrollment period,

with unearned funds returned based upon

when a student stops attending.

Termination of Program Enrollment: If a student

terminates his or her program enrollment due to a

military service obligation, LTC will work with the

affected student to identify solutions that will not

result in a student debt for the returned portion of

benefits.

Readmission to a Program: LTC will promptly

readmit a Service member with the same

academic status the student had when last

attending LTC or accepted for admission to LTC.

This requirement applies to any student who

cannot attend school due to military service

requirements. The student must notify the LTC of

their military service and intention to return to

school as follows:

 The student (or an appropriate officer of the

armed forces or official of the Department of

Defense) must give oral or written notice of

such service to the school as far in advance

as is reasonable under the circumstances.

This notice does not have to indicate whether

the student intends to return to the school and

is not subject to any rule of timeliness.

 The student must also give oral or written

notice of their intent to return to the school

within three years after the completion of the

period of service. A student who is

hospitalized or convalescing due to an illness

or injury incurred or aggravated during the

performance of service must notify the school

within two years after the end of the period

needed for recovery from the illness or injury.

 A student who fails to apply for readmission

within these periods does not automatically

forfeit eligibility for readmission but is subject

to the school’s established leave of absence

policy (if applicable) and general practices.

CareerSource Central Florida

The CareerSource Central Florida Leesburg office

is located on the main campus of Lake Sumter

State College in Leesburg, Florida. Visit

https://www.careersourcecentralflorida.com/ or call

(407) 531-1222. The LTC Admissions Office can

provide information about services offered by

CareerSource Central Florida.

Veterans’ Educational Benefits

The Bureau of State Approving Agency for

Veteran Training has approved many of the

certificate training programs offered at Lake

Technical College. Veterans should check with the

VA School Certifying Official (SCO) in the

Financial Aid Office to apply for or re-activate their

VA educational entitlements. Each veteran

beneficiary enrolled in a program will be made

aware of the availability of Title IV aid as well as

possible institutional scholarships. Veterans may

contact an LTC Advisor in the Admissions Office

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for academic counseling, financial counseling,

disability counseling, or to obtain information

regarding program completion information.

The student must complete the online application

process through VA and bring any requested

documents to the Financial Aid Office. Upon

completion of the drop/add period, the enrollment

certification is reported by the VA SCO to the DVA

for processing. It takes DVA a minimum of 30-60

days to activate benefits.

The student is eligible for educational benefits for

the length of the program as approved by the

DVA. The student must check with the school’s VA

SCO to verify the DVA’s approval of his/her

program length.

All veterans receiving educational benefits while

attending LTC are subject to the policies and

procedures of the school which include the

following:

Self-Certification of Enrollment Period

All students that would like to use VA educational

benefits for an approved program must self-certify

for each payment period. Automatic renewal of

benefits is prohibited.

Standards of Progress and Attendance

All students receiving Veterans’ Educational

Benefits must maintain satisfactory academic

progress (SAP) in accordance with regularly

prescribed standards and policies of LTC. If the

student is not making satisfactory progress

according to the standards and policies,

educational benefits will be discontinued for the

student. Veteran and non-veteran students alike

will be referred to Admissions for counseling of a

program that may offer the possibility of success.

1. Satisfactory academic progress is defined as

mastery of at least 85% of assigned program

competencies and a minimum average grade

of C* for each academic quarter. Academic

progress will be reviewed by the VA SCO at

the end of each academic quarter and at the

end of each summer term, if attended.

2. If the VA student’s academic progress is

determined to be unsatisfactory, the student’s

VA educational benefits will be terminated for

a minimum of one academic quarter. Students

not meeting SAP will have the option to appeal

pending circumstances and frequency.

3. The DVA will be notified by the school’s VA

School Certifying Office if the veteran does not

maintain satisfactory academic progress.

4. Attendance reports must be submitted monthly

to LTC’s VA SCO.

5. Students must attend classes regularly, and

attendance will be recorded and maintained by

the school. Veterans must complete at least

90% of the scheduled program hours within a

calendar month*, including students who

attend a program with weekly variant program

hours. The student may submit a written

request for an appeal if extenuating

circumstances result in absences exceeding

10% of program hours within a calendar

month. Extenuating circumstances include:

death of an immediate family member, jury

duty, active military service, etc.

6. The student’s attendance record will be

retained in the veteran’s file for USDVA and

SAA audit purposes.

7. If a VA student’s attendance is determined to

be unsatisfactory, he/she will be placed on

probation for the following scheduled calendar

month. If attendance is satisfactory during that

time, students will no longer be on probation

and benefits will remain active. If a student's

attendance is unsatisfactory at the end of the

period of probation, VA benefits will be

terminated retroactive to the last date that the

student’s attendance was satisfactory. VA

students are allowed one month of

unsatisfactory attendance that results in a

probationary period per academic term.

8. Satisfactory attendance is defined as

compliance with existing school attendance

policy and the VA attendance policy.

Programs requiring state licensure for

certification have higher minimum standards

for satisfactory attendance, and those

standards are listed in the program’s Master

Plan for Instruction which is given to each

student. Students must maintain the higher

standard in such cases. It is the student’s

responsibility to adhere to both attendance

policies in order to continue the educational

program and receive monetary VA benefits.

9. The DVA will be notified by the school’s VA

SCO if the veteran does not maintain

satisfactory attendance, and benefits must be

terminated.

* Individual programs may have higher minimum

standards as listed in the program Master Plan of

Instruction.

Appeal Process

If a student has reached termination status

because of unsatisfactory academic progress or

absences exceeding 10% of program hours within

a calendar month, the student has the right to

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make a written request for appeal to the VA SCO.

The student’s appeal and all documentation must

be submitted to the VA SCO within 5 business l

days after notification of termination status.

Credit for Previous Training

Students are responsible for obtaining all

transcripts from military and postsecondary

schools, and must present them to the VA SCO

prior to enrollment for evaluation. A VA benefited

student is required to transfer previous training

credits from an accredited institution to LTC.

Credit for previous training will be evaluated by the

faculty member and granted, if appropriate. Upon

acceptance of the transfer credits, the training time

may be reduced. The DVA and the student will be

notified if previous credit is granted. The

evaluation will be performed within the first 90

days of enrollment.

Out-of-State Fee Waiver

1. Each Florida College System institution board

of trustees, each district school board with a

career center authorized under s. 1001.44,

and each board of directors for a charter

technical career center authorized under s.

1002.34 shall waive out-of-state fees for

honorably discharged veterans of the United

States Armed and Reserve Forces (Air Force,

Army, Coast Guard, Marines, and Navy) and

the National Guard (Army and Air) or any

other student who is entitled to and uses

educational assistance provided by the United

States Department of Veterans Affairs who

physically resides in Florida while enrolled as

a degree or certificate seeking student. Tuition

and fees charged to a student who qualifies

for the out-of-state fee waiver under this

subsection may not exceed the tuition and

fees charged a resident student enrolled in the

same program.

2. Each Florida College System institution board

of trustees, each district school board with a

career center authorized under s. 1001.44,

and each board of directors for a charter

technical career center authorized under s.

1002.34 shall adopt written policies and

procedures for determining student eligibility to

include verification of eligibility for educational

assistance provided by the United States

Department of Veterans Affairs. Evidence of

eligibility may include:

a. A current Florida driver's license or Florida

identification card to demonstrate physical

residence in Florida.

b. Military separation documentation such as

the most recent Certificate of Release or

Discharge from Active Duty (i.e., DD Form

214) to demonstrate veteran and

discharge status.

c. Documentation from the United States

Department of Veterans Affairs that the

student requesting the out-of-state fee

waiver is eligible for educational

assistance.

3. Pursuant to s. 1009.285, a student will be

required to pay tuition at 100 percent of the full

cost of instruction upon the third attempt of a

course unless the Florida College System

institution has granted an exception due to

extenuating circumstances.

Rulemaking Authority s. 1009.26; Law

Implemented s. 1009.26, 1009.285. History New

Deferment of Fees

In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679

subsection (e), Lake Technical College makes the

following provisions for any students using the

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post

9/11 G.I. Bill

(Ch. 33), Vocational Rehabilitation &

Employment (Ch. 31), Dependent of a Disabled

Veteran (Ch. 35) benefits, or the Montgomery

GI Bill-Selected Reserve (Ch. 1606) while

payment to the institution is pending from the VA.

This provision permits any covered individual to

attend or participate in the course of education

without penalty during the period beginning on the

date on which the individual provides to the

educational institution a certificate of eligibility

(COE) for entitlement to educational assistance

under Chapter 31, 33, 35, or 1606 and ending on

the earlier of the following dates: 1) The date on

which payment from the VA is made to the

institution; OR, 2) 90 days after the date the

institution certified tuition and fees following the

receipt of the COE. During this time of deferment,

LTC will not:

 Prevent the student’s enrollment;

 Assess a late penalty fee to the student;

 Require the student to secure alternative or

additional funding;

 Deny the student access to any resources

(access to classes, libraries, or other

institutional facilities) available to other

students who have satisfied their tuition and

fee bills to the institution.

In order to be covered by this provision, individuals

using Chapter 31, 33, 35, or 1606 benefits must:

 Produce the VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE)

prior to the first day of class (or VAF 28-1905

for Chapter 31);

 Provide a written request to be certified;

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 Provide additional information needed to

properly certify the enrollment as described in

other institutional policies

Notification of Academic Progress

It is the responsibility of the Financial Aid Office to

maintain a file on each student receiving Veterans’

Educational Benefits. At the end of each academic

quarter, the faculty member submits a written

report to the Financial Aid Office indicating the

student’s academic progress.

Notification of Attendance

At the end of each month, the VA SCO runs a

monthly attendance report from the student

information system, and both the instructor and

the student sign off verifying the accuracy of the

report.

Reaching Program Maximum Timeframe

If a student has reached the maximum timeframe

of the program in which he/she is enrolled, VA

benefits will be terminated. The student is

expected to be aware of the maximum attempted

clock hours. No warning notice will be provided to

the student by the VA SCO.

Regaining Eligibility after Involuntary

Termination of Program Enrollment

A student withdrawn from a program due to

unsatisfactory progress, attendance or behavior

must receive administrative approval before re-

enrolling at Lake Technical College. A VA eligible

student who is readmitted to a program must show

satisfactory progress for one academic quarter

before requesting that his/her VA benefits be

reinstated.

Reinstatement of Veterans’ Educational

Benefits

VA Educational Benefits discontinued due to

unsatisfactory academic progress may be

reinstated upon completion of one academic

quarter of satisfactory academic progress.

VA educational benefits terminated due to

unsatisfactory attendance are eligible for

reinstatement upon completion of one calendar

month of satisfactory attendance. Benefits will be

reinstated effective the month satisfactory

attendance is attained.

Termination of Program Enrollment

A student who withdraws from enrollment due to

military service obligations may be eligible for

consideration of mitigating circumstances. The

College will work with the student to identify

available options and assist with required

documentation to help minimize any resulting debt

or overpayment of VA educational benefits.

Readmission to a Program

A student will be readmitted to a program if he or

she is temporarily unable to attend class or must

suspend studies due to active-duty service

requirements.

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POLICIES AND

GENERAL INFORMATION

NOTIFICATION

COMPLIANCE

Lake Technical College adheres to a policy of

non-discrimination in educational

programs/activities and employment and strives

to provide equal opportunities for all as required

by the following. To report violations to this

policy, contact Sherie Lindamood at 352-589-

2250 ext. 1824.

Americans with Disabilities Act Title II – prohibits

discrimination on the basis of disability in state and

local government programs/services.

Civil Rights Act of 1964 TITLE VII – prohibits

discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, or

national origin.

Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992 – secures for all

individuals within the state freedom from

discrimination because of sex, national origin, age,

handicap, or marital status.

Florida Education Equity Act – Discrimination of

the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender,

disability, or marital status against a student or an

employee in the state system of public K-20

education is prohibited.

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 –

prohibits discrimination against the disabled. It is the

intent of LTC to identify, evaluate and provide

appropriate educational accommodations to these

students. Students may be disabled under this policy

even though they do not require services pursuant to

the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

(IDEA). Students and parents have a right to due

process under Section 504. A copy of Lake County

Schools Notice to Parent Rights Afforded by Section

504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is available at

the LTC main campus. The special populations staff

is the coordinator of section 504 activities and may

be contacted at 352-589-2250, ext.1835

Title IX of Education Amendments of 1972 –

states: “No person in the United States shall, on the

basis of sex be excluded from participation in, be

denied the benefits of, or be subjected to

discrimination under any education program or

activity receiving federal financial assistance.” Lake

Technical College and the Lake County School

Board are in compliance with the requirements of

Title IX and do not discriminate on the basis of sex

in the educational programs or activities which it

operates. A “Title IX Complaint” is a claim by a

person who he or she has been discriminated

against on the basis of sex in the programs or

activities operated by LTC.

Florida Relay is the communications link for people

who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf/blind, or speech

impaired. Through the Florida Relay, people who

use specialized telephone equipment can

communicate with people who use standard

telephone equipment. More information about

Florida Relay may be found at

https://www.ftri.org/relay

To call Florida Relay, dial 7-1-1, or use the toll free

numbers:

 1-800-955-8771 (TTY)

 1-800-955-8770 (Voice)

 1-800-955-3771 (ASCII)

 1-800-955-5334 (STS)

 1-877-955-8773 (Spanish)

 1-877-955-8707 (French Cr)

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CAMPUS

SAFETY

The health and safety of LTC students is a top

priority. Students who learn to work safely at LTC will

be safe workers in Lake County business and

industry as well. Each program classroom has a

planned, organized, and efficient procedure for

ensuring cleanliness and safety for all LTC students,

staff, and visitors. In addition, each program area

contains fire extinguishers, as well as SDS

information and eyewash stations where applicable.

Fire, tornado and active killer drills are routinely held.

Lake Tech is protected by armed Safe School

Officers and armed security to patrol the main

campus to include parking areas and campus

buildings, provide security for students, staff, and

property, and provide an on-site supervision.

Security at non-main campus locations is governed

by the property owners.

Each program and department has a first aid kit.

These kits are routinely inspected and restocked as

needed. No medication is dispensed. Wounds are

washed and covered; however, they are not

medicated.

Emergency First Responder contacts are posted in

each classroom/department and are called upon if

needed. When further professional advice is deemed

advisable or in extreme cases, nurses from HSE

and/or paramedics from the Emergency Medical

Services Department may be called upon for

assistance until family, medical care or an

ambulance is contacted.

Designated first responder staff members have been

trained in the use of the automated external

defibrillator (AED) in case of cardiac arrest. AEDs

are maintained regularly and kept in the Admissions

Office, EMS Building, the CNC lab, Culinary, the IPS

weight room, the Range classroom, the FF

classroom, and the IPS main office. AEDs are also

located at each Instructional Service Center. A sign

designating an AED is posted outside each area.

If a student becomes ill after arriving at LTC, she/he

may be encouraged to go home.

In the event of a student, staff member or visitor

accident, illness or emergency involving bodily injury:

1. The faculty member or witness notifies front

desk staff (ext. 1800) who will contact a first

responder and an administrator.

2. If the situation warrants, 911 shall be called.

Students who witness or are hurt in an accident must

immediately notify school authorities or staff.

Students who witness or are victims of illegal

activities should immediately notify the school

authorities and local law enforcement officers who

will be responsible for the investigation of the

incident. A SIT meeting would also be scheduled, if

appropriate, with all parties involved. It is the policy

of LTC to take immediate corrective action to prevent

a repeat of the activity and maintain a safe campus

for all students, employees and campus visitors.

Crisis Protocol

Measures have been taken to ensure our staff and

students are prepared in the event a crisis situation

occurs on one of our campuses. A comprehensive

system has been created to guide our staff through a

wide variety of situations. Fire drills, tornado drills,

and active killer drills are practiced ensuring that

routines and safety procedures are well established

and familiar to all.

In the event that a situation arises, either on or off

campus, that, in the judgment of the LTC President,

constitutes an ongoing or continuing threat to health

or safety, a college wide “timely warning” will be

issued.

Timely warnings are sent to all currently registered

students and current employees using the LTC email

system. Students and employees should take

responsibility for checking their email accounts

frequently. Timely warnings are issued based on the

nature of the crime, if the crime is a continuing

danger to the college community, and if the

notification does not interfere with law enforcement

efforts.

Any LTC student, staff, or visitor to LTC who knows

of a crime or other serious incident should report the

incident immediately by phone to the Reception

Desk at 352.589.2250 or (ext. 1800), so that a

Campus Safety Alert can be issued, if warranted.

The sole purpose of a timely warning is to ensure the

health and safety of the LTC campus community.

Accordingly, victims’ names will be held as

confidential and will not be included in any

notification.

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Please cooperate with school and district authorities

during an active killer crisis:

 Follow school and/or district directives.

 Consult local media for regular updates about

the incident. Listen for information updates on

local radio and television stations. You may be

directed to an off-campus staging area for the

latest information regarding a campus crisis.

 DO NOT call the school because phone lines

will be needed for emergency communication;

however, please consult the local media.

 DO NOT use cell phones in order for cell towers

to be clear for emergency use; however, please

consult the local media.

Safety in Private Spaces Act

Pursuant to Section 553,865(9)(a), Florida Statutes,

each educational institution shall, within its code of

student conduct, establish disciplinary procedures

for any student who willfully enters, for a purpose

other than those listed in subsection (6), a restroom

or changing facility designated for the opposite sex

on the premises of the educational institution and

refuses to depart when asked to do so by:

1. For a K-12 educational institution or facility, any

instructional personnel as described in s.

1012.01(2), administrative personnel as

described in s. 1012.01(3), or a safe school

officer as described in s. 1006.12(1)-(4).

For purposes of this section, pursuant to Section

553.865(6), Florida Statutes, “a person may only

enter a restroom or changing facility designated

for the opposite sex under the following

circumstances:

(a) To accompany a person of the opposite sex

for the purpose of assisting or chaperoning a

child under the age of 12, an elderly person

as defined in s. 825.101, or a person with a

disability as defined in s. 760.22, or a

developmental disability as defined in

393.063;

(b) For law enforcement or governmental

regulatory purposes;

medical assistance or to intervene in any

other emergency situation where the health

or safety of another person is at risk;

(d) For custodial, maintenance, or inspection

purposes, provided that the restroom or

changing facility is not in use; or

(e) If the appropriate designated restroom or

changing facility is out of order or under

repair and the restroom or changing facility

designated for the opposite sex contains no

person of the opposite sex.”

The following definitions apply pursuant to

Section 553.865(3), Florida Statutes. “As used in

this section, the term:

(a) “Changing facility” means a room in which

two or more persons may be in a state of

undress in the presence of others, including,

but not limited to, a dressing room, fitting

room, locker room, changing room, or

shower room.

(e) “Educational institution” means a K-12

educational institution or facility or a

postsecondary educational institution or

facility.

(f) “Female” means a person belonging, at

birth, to the biological sex which has the

specific reproductive role of producing eggs.

(g) “K-12 educational institution or facility”

means:

1. A school as defined in s. 1003.01(17)

operated under the control of a district

school board as defined in s.

1003.01(7);

2. The Florida School for the Deaf and the

Blind as described in ss. 1000.04(4) and

1002.36;

3. A developmental research (laboratory)

school established pursuant to s.

1002.32(2);

4. A charter school authorized under s.

1002.33; or

5. A private school as defined in s.

1002.01(3).

(h) “Male” means a person belonging, at birth,

to the biological sex which has the specific

reproductive role of producing sperm.

(k) “Restroom” means a room that includes one

or more water closets. This term does not

include a unisex restroom.

(l) “Sex” means the classification of a person

as either female or male based on the

organization of the body of such person for a

specific reproductive role, as indicated by

the person’s sex chromosomes, naturally

occurring sex hormones, and internal and

external genitalia present at birth.

(m) “Unisex changing facility” means a room

intended for a single occupant or a family in

which one or more persons may be in a

state of undress, including, but not limited to,

a dressing room, fitting room, locker room,

changing room, or shower room that is

enclosed by floor-to-ceiling walls and

accessed by a full door with a secure lock

that prevents another individual from

entering while the changing facility is in use.

(n) “Unisex restroom” means a room that

includes one or more water closets and that

is intended for a single occupant or a family,

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is enclosed by floor-to-ceiling walls, and is

accessed by a full door with a secure lock

that prevents another individual from

entering while the room is in use.

(o) “Water closet” means a toilet or urinal.

Violations of the above Safety in Private Spaces Act

will result in disciplinary action.

Preventing and Responding to Sex

Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating

Violence, and Stalking

It is the policy of LTC to provide a safe and secure

environment for employees, students, and visitors

by prohibiting sexual assault, domestic violence,

dating violence, stalking and by establishing

preventative measures, holding perpetrators

accountable, providing assistance and support to

victims, and reporting violent crimes consistent with

Title IX of the Education Amendments the Civil

Rights Act of 1972, the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of

Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime

Statistics Act and other applicable legal

requirements.

Prevention

LTC provides counseling and literature on sexual

assault, date rape education, and risk reduction

through the Admissions Office, and information

about the Violence Against Women Documentation

Act is included in an online training module located

on the LTC’s website.

Throughout the school year, LTC sponsors

prevention and awareness programs, that promote

awareness of rape, acquaintance rape, domestic

violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and

stalking.

Responding

The first priority of a victim of sexual assault,

domestic violence, dating violence or stalking should

be to get to a place of safety. The second priority is

to obtain necessary medical treatment, if needed.

LTC strongly recommends that victims report the

incident to law enforcement in a timely manner.

Emergency assistance may be requested by calling

9-1-1 or, during regular business hours on campus,

352-589-2250.

FortifyFL

FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that

allows a person to instantly relay information to

appropriate law enforcement agencies and school

officials. It may be found at https://getfortifyfl.com/.

Controlled Substances (Alcohol, Drugs,

Illegal Substances, Tobacco)

Drugs, alcohol and illegal substances are prohibited

and will not be tolerated on any LTC campus.

Students or employees who violate the controlled

substances policy will be subject to criminal

prosecution and the resulting penalties as well as to

appropriate school disciplinary procedures.

It is the policy of LTC to promote a safe, healthy and

productive environment for all students and

employees and to maintain a learning and working

environment that is free from the negative impact of

drug and/or alcohol abuse. In compliance with the

provisions of the Drug Free Schools and

Communities Act, LTC has adopted and

implemented a program to prevent the unlawful

possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and

alcohol by students and employees.

LTC prohibits students, employees, and visitors from

being on any LTC campus or attending any College-

sponsored off-campus activity while impaired by any

impairing substance. LTC also prohibits the

manufacture, possession, use, distribution, or sale of

controlled substances or alcohol during work time

and breaks, on any LTC campus or class/work sites,

while driving a LTC vehicle, and/or while driving any

vehicle for a college-sponsored, sanctioned, or

required activity.

LTC is committed to providing each of its students a

drug-free environment in which to attend classes and

study. From a safety perspective, the users of drugs

or alcohol may impair the well-being of students,

interfere with LTC’s educational environment, and

result in damage to college property. Therefore, it is

the College’s policy that the unlawful manufacture,

distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of

narcotics, drugs, other controlled substances or

alcohol is prohibited on all LTC campuses or as part

of any College-sponsored activity. The specifics of

this policy are as follows:

1. No student shall distribute, dispense, possess,

use or be under the influence of any alcoholic

beverage, malt beverage or fortified wine or

other intoxicating liquor or unlawfully

manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, use

or be under the influence of any narcotic drug,

hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate,

marijuana, anabolic steroid or any other

“controlled substance” before, during, or after

school hours on any LTC campus, at any other

College locations, or at College-sponsored

events activities or events.

2. A student’s legal use of prescribed or over-the-

counter drugs is not a violation of policy only if

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such use does not endanger the student or

others and it does not interfere with student

learning or participation in student-related

activities. Students shall be held strictly

accountable for their behavior while under the

influence of prescribed drugs or over-the-counter

drugs.

3. Any student who possesses, uses, sells, gives,

or in any way transfers a controlled substance or

manufactures a controlled substance while on

any LTC campus or as part of any College-

sponsored activity will be subject to disciplinary

action up to and including expulsion and referral

for prosecution, and possible legal sanctions.

4. LTC annually hosts Drug and Alcohol Abuse

Awareness programs for students. These

programs are open to all students, but may be

required for students in violation of this policy as

a first level disciplinary sanction. Additional

educational materials, programs, and other

resources are available in the Admissions Office

at the Eustis campus.

5. Faculty have the discretion to determine whether

a student may be under the influence of drugs or

alcohol. If the faculty member suspects a

student is under the influence of drugs or

alcohol, he or she has the authority to contact an

administrator to remove the student from the

classroom. The administrator will notify the

student of his/her alleged violation of Code of

Student Conduct, his/her rights as outlined in the

Code of Student Conduct, Student Catalog, and

the subsequent steps that will follow.

6. The use of tobacco products, including e-

cigarettes, of any kind is not permitted at any

Lake Technical College location.

Consequences for Violating Policy/Procedures

A student who violates the terms of this policy will be

subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the

Code of Student Conduct policy and procedures. At

his or her discretion, the LTC President or her/his

designee may require any student who violates the

terms of this policy to satisfactorily participate in a

drug abuse awareness program or seminar

conducted by member of the LTC Counseling staff.

For more severe infractions, the student may be

required to complete an off--‐campus drug abuse

rehabilitation program or an alcoholic rehabilitation

program sponsored by an approved private or

governmental institution as a precondition of

continued enrollment at LTC.

Harassment

Lake Technical College has a zero-tolerance policy

towards harassment. The term “harassment”

includes verbal or physical conduct that denigrates

or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual.

The term “harassment” includes, but is not limited to:

racial slurs, jokes, epithets, negative stereotyping,

threats, intimidation, hostile acts, denigrating or

hostile written or graphic material posted or

circulated in the workplace or schools. The term

“harassment” includes sexual harassment, which is

defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests

for sexual favors and other inappropriate verbal,

non-verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature

when such conduct has the purpose or effect of

unreasonably interfering with a student’s educational

performance.

Lake Technical College will promptly investigate

alleged incidents of harassment or discrimination,

and appropriate, corrective action will be taken. Any

student who alleges harassment or discrimination

by another student or LTC employee shall report

the harassment to an administrator(s), a

counselor/career advisors or teachers. Filing a

complaint or otherwise reporting harassment in

good faith will not affect the student’s status, extra-

curricular activities, grade or any other

assignments. The complaint should be in writing,

state the act or acts, state the date(s), state the

names of witnesses and be signed by the

complainant. The right to confidentiality, both of the

complainant and of the alleged harasser, will be

respected, consistent with LTC’s legal obligations

and with the necessity to investigate allegations of

misconduct and to take corrective action when the

conduct has occurred.

Public Safety Information Act 1997 –

Sex Offender/ Sexual Predator Laws

Sexual offenders and predators are required to

Enforcement (FDLE). The public may access this

information at

http://offender.fdle.state.fl.us/offender/ or call

1-888-357-7332.

Searches

Each student who parks a vehicle on a school

campus is presumed to know what is contained in

the vehicle and will be held accountable for any

weapons, drugs, or contraband which may be

found in the vehicle.

Notice: As per School Board Policy 5771, school

authorities are charged with the responsibility of

safeguarding the safety and well-being of the

students in their care. In the discharge of that

responsibility, school authorities may search the

person or property, including vehicles, of a student,

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with or without the student's consent, whenever

they reasonably suspect that the search is required

to discover evidence of a violation of law or of

school rules.

STUDENT

RIGHTS

Students attending LTC have the right to equal

educational opportunities without regard to race,

religion, color, national origin, gender, genetic

information, age, pregnancy, disability, or marital

status. Students are also vested with other

fundamental rights. Among these is the right:

1. To be informed of the rules of the Code of

Student Conduct;

2. To a safe and orderly environment in which to

learn;

3. To know about and use school student services;

4. To be treated with dignity and respect;

5. To reasonable and fair treatment;

6. To be protected by laws prohibiting the release

of personally identifiable information, other than

directory information, to any unauthorized party

without student consent;

7. To be notified of failure or the potential for

failure.

Appeals Process and

Grievance Procedure

Appeals Process

Students who wish to appeal or seek a waiver of

policy may do so following the appeals process.

1. The student submits the appeal in writing to the

Dean of Student Services.

2. The Dean of Student Services and staff gather

data regarding the appeal and submit such to

the President or designee.

3. If needed, the Dean of Student Services sets

and notifies appropriate staff for an appeals

meeting. Included in the meeting must be an

administrator, Dean of Student Services, and

faculty member, if pertinent to the appeal.

4. The student is given the opportunity to submit

and/or present information relative to the

situation.

5. An Appeals Committee reviews all information

and acts accordingly. In some cases, there will

be a need for additional meetings.

6. Notes are taken at the meeting and distributed to

all parties.

Every effort will be made to resolve the situation at

this level. If no resolution is reached, the student

may file a formal grievance following the school’s

grievance procedure.

Grievance Procedure

Students who feel their rights have been violated in

any way may initiate a grievance procedure. The

following outlines the steps in the procedure:

1. The student submits in writing the alleged

incident to the Dean of Student Services.

2. The Dean of Student Services and staff gather

data regarding the grievance.

3. The Dean of Student Services sets and notifies

individuals for a Grievance Committee meeting.

The committee membership shall include a

Board of Directors member and two faculty

members from disciplines unrelated to the

student filing the grievance. The Dean of Student

Services serves as facilitator during the meeting.

4. The student is entitled to have a support person

present at the meeting.

5. The student is given the opportunity to submit

and/or present information relative to the

situation.

6. The Grievance Committee reviews all

information and acts accordingly. In some cases,

there will be a need for additional meetings.

7. A written report of the committee’s

recommendations will be distributed to all

parties.

Every effort will be made to resolve the situation at

the local level. In the event a student cannot resolve

a conflict concerning his/her technical training at the

local level, he/she may contact the Florida

Department of Education - Career and Adult

Education at 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414,

Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-0400, 850-245-3200,

https://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/3/urlt/compl

aint-form.pdf. or the Council on Occupational

Education (COE) at 7840 Roswell Road, Building

300, Suite 325, Atlanta, Georgia, 30350, 770-396-

3898, www.council.org.

Family Education Rights and

Privacy Act (FERPA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

(FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a

Federal law that protects the privacy of student

education records. The law applies to all schools that

receive funds under an applicable program of the

U.S. Department of Education. The following has

been taken from the U.S. Department of Education

website at

http://www.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.ht

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FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to

their children's education records. These rights

transfer to the student when he or she reaches the

age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school

level. Students to whom the rights have transferred

are "eligible students."

 Parents or eligible students have the right to

inspect and review the student's education

records maintained by the school. Schools are

not required to provide copies of records unless,

for reasons such as great distance, it is

impossible for parents or eligible students to

review the records. Schools may charge a fee

for copies.

 Parents or eligible students have the right to

request that a school correct records which they

believe to be inaccurate or misleading. If the

school decides not to amend the record, the

parent or eligible student then has the right to a

formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school

still decides not to amend the record, the parent

or eligible student has the right to place a

statement with the record setting forth his or her

view about the contested information.

 Generally, schools must have written permission

from the parent or eligible student in order to

release any information from a student's

education record. However, FERPA allows

schools to disclose those records, without

consent, to the following parties or under the

following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31):

o School officials with legitimate educational

interest;

o Other schools to which a student is

transferring;

o Specified officials for audit or evaluation

purposes;

o Appropriate parties in connection with

financial aid to a student;

o Organizations conducting certain studies for

or on behalf of the school;

o Accrediting organizations;

o To comply with a judicial order or lawfully

issued subpoena;

o Appropriate officials in cases of health and

safety emergencies; and

o State and local authorities, within a juvenile

justice system, pursuant to specific State

law.

For additional information, call 1-800-872-5327.

Individuals who use TDD may call 1-800-437-0833.

Family Policy Compliance Office

U.S. Department of Education

400 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20202-8520

Information to Which a Student May Not

Have Access

An institution does not have to permit a student to

inspect and review education records that do the

following:

 Contain information on more than one student.

The requesting student may inspect, review or

be informed of only the specific information

about his or her records.

 Contain the financial records of his or her

parents.

Directory Information

FERPA allows every institution of higher education

to disclose “directory information” without written

consent of the student. Directory information

includes the following items:

 Name

 LTC Student Number

 Current Mailing Address

 Telephone Number

 Email Address

 Date of Birth

 Program

 Dates of Attendance

 Enrollment Status (Full/Part-time)

 Certificate Received

 Participation in Recognized Activities

 Honors and Awards

 Most recent institution attended

However, every student has the right to ask his or

her institution of higher education NOT to disclose

directory information. A request not to release

directory information must be submitted in writing to

the President or his/her designee on or before the

first day of September of any school year, or within

three weeks of the date of enrollment of a student

after the start of the school year.

In the absence of written notification to restrict the

release of directory information, the school and the

Board of Directors will assume that neither a parent

of a student nor an eligible student objects to the

release of the designated directory information.

Under provisions of the National Defense

Authorization Act and The Elementary and

Secondary Education Act (No Child Left Behind),

directory information may also be released to law

enforcement agencies, other governmental agencies

(U.S. Department of Justice, branches of armed

forces, etc.) and to postsecondary programs to

inform students of educational programs available to

them. However, directory information shall not be

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released for commercial use, including among

others, mailing lists for solicitation purposes.

School Officials with a Legitimate

Educational Interest

LTC may disclose student record information to

school officials with a legitimate educational interest.

A school official is a person employed by LTC or

LCSB as administrator, supervisor, faculty member,

or support staff member (including health or medical

staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person

serving on the Board of Directors or LCSB; a person

or company with whom LTC has contracted to

perform a special task such as an attorney, auditor,

medical consultant, or therapist; or a parent or

student serving on an official committee, such as a

disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting

another school official in performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest

if the official needs to review an education record in

order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

Subpoena of Student Records

LTC must comply with subpoenas from a court of

competent jurisdiction for the production of student

records. The production of these records must be

accomplished in a lawful and timely manner. If a

student or parent of a dependent student objects to

the release of subpoenaed records, an objection to a

subpoena for non-party production must be filed or a

protective order must be obtained from a court of

competent jurisdiction.

Notification of Risk

Be aware that participating in any lab or clinical

setting can be dangerous in nature and involves

MANY RISKS OF INJURY. It is understood that the

dangers and risks of participating in a lab or clinical

setting may result not only in serious injury, but in a

serious impairment of future ability to earn a living, to

engage in other business, social and recreational

activities and generally to enjoy life. Because of the

dangers of participating in lab and clinical settings, it

is important to follow and obey teacher instructions

and safety rules and wear proper safety attire.

In order to maintain an educational setting in which

all students are able to maximize their educational

potential; it is expected that all students and visitors

adhere to school behavior and civility guidelines.

Students at LTC have the responsibility to:

1. Adhere to the guidelines set forth in the Code of

Student Conduct;

2. Attend school regularly and be punctual;

3. Come to class with all necessary materials and

be prepared to learn;

4. Take advantage of learning opportunities;

5. Use guidance services for educational and

personal improvement;

6. Treat other people and property with respect;

7. Report hazardous or dangerous situations to a

school administrator or staff member;

8. Refrain from bringing inappropriate or

contraband items to school;

9. Follow classroom and lab rules and complete all

classroom assignments, homework, and

projects/reports as outlined by their faculty

member(s);

10. Refrain from profane or inflammatory

statements;

11. Conduct themselves in a safe and responsible

manner

12. Present a clean and neat appearance;

13. Take responsibility for his/her own work and

actions;

14. Refrain from possessing or using drugs, alcohol,

tobacco products, and illegal substances.

Drug Free Schools and Communities Act

In compliance with the provisions of the Drug Free

Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989,

LTC has adopted and implemented a program to

prevent the unlawful possession, use or distribution

of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and

employees.

LTC presents the following information for your

knowledge and in promotion of healthy lifestyles:

The Drug Free Campuses Policy (6Hx28: 10-08.1) is

contained in full in the Admissions Office Applicable

sections are:

1. The President or a designee is authorized to

impose disciplinary sanctions on students and

employees (consistent with local, state, and

Federal law), up to and including expulsion or

termination of employment and referral for

prosecution, for violations of standards of

conduct required by this policy.

2. Any student found to have committed unlawful

use, possession or distribution of illicit drugs and

alcohol on college property or as a part of any

college activities, is subject to disciplinary

sanctions.

Health Risks Associated with Substance Abuse

Alcohol

Alcohol is a depressant. Alcohol consumption

causes a number of marked changes in behavior.

Even low doses significantly impair the judgment and

coordination required to drive a car safely, increasing

the likelihood that the driver will be involved in an

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accident. Moderate to high doses of alcohol cause

marked impairments in higher functions, severely

altering a person’s ability to learn and remember

information. Very high doses cause respiratory

depression and death. If combined with other

depressants of the central nervous system, much

lower doses of alcohol will produce the effects just

described.

Repeated use of alcohol can lead to dependence.

Sudden cessation of alcohol intake is likely to

produce withdrawal symptoms, including severe

anxiety, tremors, hallucinations, and convulsions.

Alcohol withdrawal can be life threatening. Long-

term consumption of alcohol, particularly when

combined with poor nutrition, can also lead to

permanent damage to vital organs such as the brain

and liver.

Mothers who drink alcohol during pregnancy

increase the risk of birth defects, spontaneous

abortion, and stillbirth.

Substance abuse often leads to on-the-job accidents

and absenteeism.

State and Municipal Laws

1. Drinking Age: The legal drinking age in Florida is

21. Selling, giving or serving alcoholic beverages

to persons under 21 is unlawful. In Florida, this

law extends to possession of alcoholic

beverages by anyone under 21. It is unlawful for

any person to misrepresent or misstate his or

her age. This includes the manufacture or use of

false identification. Use of altered identification

for the purpose of procuring alcoholic beverages

is a felony.

2. Open Container Laws: It is unlawful for any

person to consume or to induce, assist or aid

another to consume any beverage containing

more than 1% alcohol by weight, upon any

street, sidewalk or in any alley. It is unlawful to

have an open container of alcoholic beverage in

a vehicle. (Section 316.1936 F.S.)

3. Drinking, Driving and the Law: Under Florida

law, driving under the influence of alcoholic

beverages or any controlled chemical substance

(DUI) is an offense evidenced by impairment of

normal faculties or an unlawful blood or breath

alcohol level of .08 or higher.

4. Sale or Possession of Illegal Drugs: It is unlawful

to be in the possession of illicit drugs and/or to

sell or intend to sell illicit drugs.

5. Selling or Purchasing Controlled Substances

within 1,000 Feet of School: It is unlawful for any

person to sell, purchase, manufacture or deliver

or possess with the intent to sell, purchase,

manufacture or deliver, a controlled substance

in, or within 1,000 feet of the real property

comprising a public or private elementary,

middle, secondary school, community or state

college or university.

Student Drug/Alcohol Counseling and Treatment

Alcohol and other drug educational information is

available to students through the Student Success

Counselor. Students in need of treatment for alcohol

and other drug problems will be assisted with

referrals to self-help support groups, community

agencies, and private providers.

Medical Marijuana

1. “Marijuana” shall have that meaning prescribed

by F.S. 381.986(1)(f) which means all parts of

any plant of the genus Cannabis, whether

growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin

extracted from any part of the plant; and every

compound, manufacture, salt, derivative,

mixture, or preparation of the plant or its seeds

or resin, including low-THC cannabis, which are

dispensed from a medical marijuana treatment

center for medical use by a qualified patient. For

purposes of this policy, the terms “marijuana”

and “medical marijuana” may be used

interchangeably.

2. “Low-THC cannabis” shall have that meaning

prescribed by F.S. 381.986(1)(e) which means a

plant of the genus Cannabis, the dried flowers of

which contain 0.8 percent or less of

tetrahydrocannabinol and more than ten percent

(10%) of cannabidiol weight for weight; the

seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part

of such plant; or any compound, manufacture,

salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of such

plant or its seeds or resin that is dispensed from

a medical marijuana treatment center

3. “Qualified student/patient” means a student who

meets the definition of a qualified patient in F.S.

381.986(1)(l) which means a resident of this

State who has been added to the medical

marijuana use registry by a qualified physician to

receive marijuana or a marijuana delivery device

for a medical use and who has a qualified patient

identification card.

4. “Caregiver” shall have that meaning prescribed

by F.S. 381.986(1)(a) which means a resident of

this State who has agreed to assist with a

qualified patient’s medical use of marijuana, has

a caregiver identification card, and meets the

requirements as set forth in F.S. 381.986(6).

5. No Lake Tech employee or contractor may

administer, store, hold, or transport marijuana in

any form, nor may it be stored in any Lake Tech

vehicle or on any Lake Tech property, including

school grounds and parking lots.

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6. Student possession, use, distribution, sale, or

being under the influence of marijuana

inconsistent with, and not expressly authorized

by, this policy is prohibited and is a violation of

Board policy and the Code of Student Conduct

and may subject the student to disciplinary

consequences, including suspension and/or

expulsion.

7. A qualified student/patient must submit

appropriate documentation to the Students with

Disabilities Coordinator for approval of

reasonable accommodations based on industry

standards for chosen program.

8. Students enrolled in CTE programs requiring the

passing of a drug test may not be retained if

results are positive for marijuana despite having

a medical marijuana card.

Voter’s Registration

LTC promotes responsible citizenship through voting

in local, state, and federal elections as part of

becoming productive citizens in today’s global

society. Florida Voter Registration Applications are

available from State of Florida website at

http://dos.myflorida.com/elections/for-voters/voter-

registration/. In addition, voter registration drives

take place on an annual basis.

STUDENT

RESPONSIBILITIES

Code of Student Conduct

Students attending LTC are treated as mature

individuals. Lake Technical College programs are

not compulsory; therefore, few disciplinary problems

are expected. Appropriate disciplinary action will be

taken in accordance with school policy if a student

chooses not to follow the established school rules

and regulations. These include situations in which:

 A student’s conduct affects LTC’s program(s)

and students in a negative way.

 A student’s conduct has a negative effect from a

safety standpoint.

 A student does not make proper adjustment in

response to attempts at correction.

 Cheating/plagiarism (see “Academic Integrity”).

The Code of Student Conduct applies to all students

enrolled in LTC and is in effect on LTC property and

whenever students are under the official supervision

of LTC employees, such as during field trips or

clinical experiences. Failure to abide by the Code of

Student Conduct guidelines may lead to program

dismissal not in good standing.

A student withdrawn in “good standing” is defined as

a student who is eligible to re-enroll at LTC without

any special considerations. Students dismissed “not

in good standing” will need to request special

consideration from the President of Lake Technical

College or designee and may be excluded from

enrollment in licensure programs.

Career dual-enrolled high school students not

meeting the standards for LTC and/or the LCSB

Code of Student Conduct will be withdrawn from

their program and returned to their home high

school.

Bullying and Other Forms of Aggression

Lake Technical College’s Administration is

committed to providing a safe, positive, productive,

and nurturing educational environment for all

students. Aggressive behavior, bullying, harassment,

and similar acts toward a student, staff or third

parties, whether by other students, staff, or third

parties is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.

Bullying is defined as the repetitive, intentional

hurting of one person or group by another person or

group, where there is an imbalance of power. This

prohibition includes physical, verbal (oral or written),

electronically transmitted (cyber or high-tech), and

psychological abuse. Any gestures, comments,

threats, or actions which cause or threaten to cause

bodily harm or personal degradation will not be

tolerated.

Unacceptable Behaviors

The following behaviors and all illegal actions are

prohibited on school grounds and at school-

sponsored activities and will result in dismissal upon

the recommendation of a school intervention team:

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1. The use of loud, abusive, profane, obscene

language/materials, either oral or written

(including racial comments) electronic

messages, gestures, objects, or pictures which

are disrespectful or socially unacceptable.

2. Cheating or plagiarism in any form (see

“Academic Integrity” statement).

3. Giving false information for the purpose of

deception, including forgery, alteration, or

misuse of records.

4. Checking in or out of the attendance computer

for another student or having another student log

in or out for oneself.

5. Using a non-designated school computer for

check in or out or checking in or out remotely.

6. The verbal or non-verbal refusal to comply with

school rules or directions from school faculty,

staff or security, refusal to identify oneself or

disrespectful behavior toward school personnel

on or off campus.

7. The intentional destruction, damage, or

defacement of public or private property without

the consent of the owner or the person having

custody or control of it.

8. Any act that disrupts the orderly conduct of a

school function, the orderly learning

environment, or poses a threat to the health,

safety and/or welfare of students, staff, or others.

9. Using, possessing, being under the influence of

or having a positive drug test for any controlled

drug, illegal, or narcotic substance or any

substances represented to be a drug, narcotic,

or controlled substance. The student or

substance may be subject to testing.

10. Any willful and/or deliberate act committed with

the intention of promoting sexual favors, or any

lewd or lascivious act. Any unsolicited sexual

proposal or offensive touching of another

person, or any act of indecent exposure or

obscenities such as telephone calls or other

communication are included under this heading,

as well as, the unlawful manufacturing,

publishing, selling, buying, or possessing

materials, such as literature or photographs.

11. Placing another person in fear of bodily harm

through verbal threats with or without displaying

a weapon or subjecting the person to actual

physical attack. Hazing and extortion are

considered under this heading. Threats and

implied threats, verbal or written, even if within

an academic assignment or stated in humor, will

be taken as an actual threat.

12. The use of tobacco products at any LTC

location.

13. Inappropriate use of electronic communication

devices on campus. This includes the

possession and/or use of cell phones, smart

watches, Google glasses, or other electronic

devices during a test or assessment.

14. Violation of local, state or federal laws.

Academic Integrity

It is essential that students earning credit for their

academic achievements are able to do so in an

environment in which such achievement is known to

be well and honorably earned. Because it is vital for

the well-being of all students that certificates earned

at LTC are valued for their high standards, a zero-

tolerance attitude is taken in regard to academic

dishonesty.

Cheating/Plagiarism is defined as willful or

deliberate unauthorized use of the work of another

person (including Artificial Intelligence) for academic

purposes, copying work from another, or

inappropriate use of notes or other material in the

completion of an assignment or test. Both asking for

and giving such information is considered academic

dishonesty. In addition to disciplinary interventions,

credit may not be granted for the assignment(s) in

question. When grade reduction is determined to be

the appropriate disciplinary measure, the student

shall be notified. Depending on the severity of the

offense or individual program requirements, students

guilty of academic dishonesty may also be

withdrawn from their program not in good standing

(see Student Code of Conduct). Further information

for individual programs may be found in the Master

Plans of Instructions.

Specific uses of Generative AI

AI may be used only for generating ideas, editing,

translating, and outlining. Students must submit

work that meets the assignment standards for

quality and factual accuracy. Before submitting any

assignment that was aided in any way by GenAI,

students must fact-check all statements and ensure

that any content drawn from other sources –

including the use of GenAI – is appropriately

acknowledged through the citation practices used in

the program. If you have any questions or concerns

about this policy, contact your instructor before

submitting any assignments.

Online Access Technology is an integral part of our

daily lives. From smartphones to electronic tablets,

these devices are becoming items that many cannot

function without. In addition, the internet is changing

the way education is delivered. Lake Technical

College ensures that our students are able to

compete in this technology-driven world. With this in

mind, it is recommended that students have an

online presence and access to the internet. Lake

Tech uses the Learning Management System,

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Canvas, as a tool for each program to load

resources, announcements, and grades. CTE

students are provided with an account upon

enrollment in a program.

It is also important that students have an email

address that they check on a regular basis.

Information may come through your email, so it is

important that students check it regularly. If a student

does not have an email address, there are numerous

services that provide FREE email addresses. Faculty

should have a current, working email address of

each student.

Social Media

The advent of social media has created a world-wide

communication medium for persons of all ages.

While extremely popular, these websites have also

created their own set of “not-so-popular” problems

such as cyber-stalking, identity theft, cyber-bullying,

cyber-cheating (posting of exam, or other course

material), and a host of other nebulous challenges

that users may face. Another reality associated with

social media is its far-reaching consequences for

those who share posts that may be seen by others

as inappropriate.

Potential employers, current employers, civic, or

educational organizations you may be associated

with, and many others are looking at social media

sites for information that may tell them things about

an individual. Students should also be cautioned on

how private their social media content really is –

despite the settings on an account. All social media

sites are potentially vulnerable. A simple search of

how to view pages that are set as “private” for a

popular social media website yielded numerous

responses for ways to view the content. Everything

from blogs to online videos offer to explain how to

accomplish this task.

Students in all programs need to be cognizant of the

fact that most professions rely on great moral

character. It is recommended that when using social

media, assume that all posts will be seen/read by

everyone with access to the internet.

Children on Campus

Students, campus visitors, and employees are

expected to make off-campus childcare

arrangements for children 15 and under. LTC

assumes no responsibility for the supervision of

children. At no time should children age 15 or under

be left unattended either in buildings, grounds or

vehicles.

Lake Technical College Policy

U.S. Copyright Law

Title 17, United States Code, contains rules

regarding copying or reproducing copyrighted

material. Lake Technical College is legally obligated

to adhere to all copyright laws. Therefore, the

institution reserves the right to refuse to permit

copying or reproducing copyrighted material. Most of

the time reproducing material is not legal without the

express or written permission by the author.

Funding

Title IV of the Higher Education Opportunity Act

(HEOA) legislation addresses Federal Student

Assistance, including Pell Grants, the Family

Education Loan Program, the Work-Study program,

Direct Student loans, and Perkins Loans. However,

the reporting requirements of HEOA Title IV also

stipulate that all US colleges and universities must

provide:

 An annual disclosure to students describing

violating copyright law.

 A plan to “effectively combat the unauthorized

distribution of copyrighted materials” by users of

its network, including “the use of one or more

technology-based deterrents.”

 A plan to “offer alternatives to illegal

downloading.”

“Fair Use” of Copyrighted Works

Section 107 and 110 of Title 17 of the US Code

permits limited use of copyrighted materials for

educational purposes as long as it is relevant to the

lesson, part of classroom instruction, and is not

broadcast or published for wide/general

consumption. Per the U.S. Copyright Office Fair Use

Index, “there is no formula to ensure that a

predetermined percentage or amount of a work—or

specific number of words, lines, pages, copies—may

be used without permission. “

Four factors of fair use must be considered. 1. The

purpose and character of the use, 2. The nature of

the copyrighted work; 3. The amount and

significance (transformative value) of the portion to

the entire work; 4. The effect upon the potential

market for or value of the work.

Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Software

Recreational downloading (piracy) of copyrighted

materials is a violation of both federal and LTC

policy. The Recording Industry Association of

America (RIAA) on a regular basis pursues

suspected violators and in particular focuses on

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post-secondary networks since the highest number

of copyright infringements occur here. P2P software

allows users to download and distribute music files

from one computer to another across networks.

When users do not pay for these files, they break

Federal and International copyright laws.

Disciplinary Actions

Rules governing internet use are listed in the

Acceptable Telecommunications Use Policy located

under student responsibilities in the catalog.

Penalties for violating copyright laws, policy

regarding P2P file sharing, or any other institutional

or district rules governing internet usage will be

individually assessed and, based upon severity of

the abuse, will range from temporary suspension of

internet privileges to expulsion. In addition to

institutional penalties, violators may be subject to

civil and criminal penalties.

Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for

Violation of Federal Copyright Laws

exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under

section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17, US Code).

These rights include reproducing or distributing a

copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context,

downloading or unloading substantial parts of a

copyrighted work without authority constitutes an

infringement.

Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and

criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for

civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay

either actual damages or “statutory: damages affixed

at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per

work infringed. For “willful” infringement, a court may

award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court

can, in its discretion, also assess costs and

attorneys’ fees. For details see Title 17, US Code,

Sections 504 and 505.

Willful copyright infringement can also result in

criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to

five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense.

Lake Technical College’s Compliance Plan

Lake Technical College is connected to the

computer network provided by Lake County Schools.

In order to comply with the file sharing and copyright

protection provisions of HEOA:

1. All students are required to sign an acceptable

use policy stating file sharing is not allowed and

compliance with copyright laws is expected.

2. Disciplinary measures ranging from loss of

network privileges to expulsion are in place for

students who do not comply with the acceptable

use policy.

3. The district does not open ports on the firewall

that are used for file sharing.

4. The district uses Cisco IronPort web filtering and

blocks the file sharing category.

5. Copyright law and illegal use and distribution of

copyrighted information are included in the

catalog, on the website and in new student

orientation.

6. A regular review is completed by the district to

determine the effectiveness of the technical

deterrents and compliance with HEOA.

Alternative Resources

There are many online sources which give legal

access to legal downloads such as:

 http://www.educause.edu/legalcontent;

 http://www.mpaa.org/contentprotection/get-

movies-tv-shows

References

 Title 17, United States Code, Copyright Law of

the United States

http://www.copyright.gov/title17/

 United States Copyright Office

http://www.copyright.gov/fls/fl102.html

 Stanford University Copyright and Fair Use

http://fairuse.stanford.edu/Copyright_and_Fair_

Use_Overview/

 21st Century Information Fluency

http://21cif.com/tutorials/micro/mm/copyright/

Academic Probation

Students on academic, attendance or behavior

contracts are deemed to be on academic probation

until such time that their grades are within a passing

rate and/or absences are equal to or less than 20%.

Probation due to behavior issues will be for the

duration of the program and contingent upon

adherence to signed behavior contracts and school

rules.

Acceptable Dress

Students who attend LTC shall dress in a manner

appropriate for the job in which they are receiving

training, including any special protective gear and

professional uniforms. Students are expected to be

in their approved program uniform daily. All clothing

must be clean, neat, modest, in good repair,

appropriately sized, not intended for nighttime wear

and be neither distracting nor offensive. Jewelry and

makeup, if worn, must be in accordance with the

program Master Plan of Instruction. Students are

expected to display their valid student ID or have on

their person when unable to display due to safety in

the program, at all times. Students are expected to

be in approved LTC uniforms every day. Shorts are

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not permitted in CTE program areas except in

programs with industry approval and outlined in the

Master Plan of Instruction. Please refer to the

Master Plans of Instruction for additional individual

program dress code policies.

The President or designee has the final authority for

determining whether or not a student’s apparel

conforms to the dress code. If it is determined that it

does not, students will be required to change into

clothing which will conform to this code or leave

campus. Students may return to campus when they

have changed into appropriate clothing. .

Backpacks, duffel bags, tool bags and the like must

be without wheels. Suitcases, rolling backpacks or

any container intended to carry tools, books, or

supplies are not permitted inside buildings at Lake

Technical College.

Internet Use Policy

Lake Technical College provides computers and/or

network capabilities to students for the purpose of

enhancing instruction through technological

resources. Students may be granted access to the

LCSB’s electronic communication system that may

include access to the Internet. A student's activities

while using this system must be in support of

education and research and be consistent with the

educational objectives of LTC.

This access is a privilege, not a right, and

inappropriate use will result in the cancellation of this

privilege and/or disciplinary action by school officials.

Students are responsible for ethical behavior on

school computer networks just as they are on

campus. Lake Technical College may suspend or

revoke a student's access to the district system upon

violation of LTC policy and/or procedures. The LCSB

provides filtering software in an attempt to restrict

access to inappropriate materials on the Internet.

However, users must recognize that filtering cannot

block access to everything that might not be of

educational value. REMINDER: network storage

areas will be treated like school lockers. School

authorities have the right to review and monitor all

information stored on the network.

Using the network to access, or to attempt to access,

the accounts of others, or to penetrate, or attempt to

penetrate, security measures of LCSB or another

entity's computer software or hardware, electronic

communications system, or

telecommunications/electronic communications

system, whether or not the intrusion results in the

corruption or loss of data, is prohibited.

Using the services for any activity which adversely

affects the ability of other people or systems to use

the LCSB network or the Internet is prohibited. This

includes denial of service attacks against another

network host or individual user. Interference with or

disruption of other network users, network services

or network equipment is prohibited.

The following are examples of unacceptable use of

telecommunications resources. Students must not

or must not attempt to:

 Damage computers, computer systems, or

computer networks;

 Violate copyright law or plagiarize; which

includes using AI to create assignments.

 Use for private, commercial or illegal purposes;

 Use or share another individual’s username and

password;

 Leave computer unattended while logged on;

 Read, create, send and/or receive email from a

personal, home account;

 Access, download, send, or display material that

is fraudulent, harassing, embarrassing, sexually

explicit, profane, obscene, intimidating,

defamatory, or otherwise unlawful or

inappropriate.

 Video stream not related to educational

purposes or curriculum set by the school or

district;

 Download music or videos not authorized by the

school or district;

 Install services or electronic file sharing

mechanisms;

 Access, modify, harm, or destroy another user’s

data;

 Attempt to send or send anonymous messages

of any kind or pretend to be someone else while

sending a message;

 Cyber bullying on or off campus i.e.: threatening,

harassing, embarrassing, terrifying, insulting,

stalking, or attacking others which includes but

is not limited to online threats and insults

intended to embarrass, harass, or terrify others

via electronic resources;

 Post personal information about self or others,

i.e., sharing confidential information about

students or employees;

 Intentionally waste limited resources;

 Bypass the LCSB filtering by use of anonymous

proxies or unauthorized proxies and services;

and/or

 Download and/or install games, software, tools

or other unauthorized downloadable material.

Students enrolled in the Cloud Computing &

Virtualization and Computers Systems & Information

Technology programs are granted special

permission to access content relative to the

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competencies of their program. Abuse of this

permission will result in a SIT meeting with

consequences including a behavior contract and/or

suspension or withdrawal from the program

commensurate with the severity of the behavior.

An Acceptable Use Procedures Form must be on file

for each student prior to internet use.

Attendance Policy

In an effort to develop professional skills, regular

attendance is required of all students. Students are

expected to be in their class promptly in the morning,

after break, and after lunch. If it is necessary to be

absent due to illness or emergencies, all students

are to notify the faculty member as soon as possible

prior to the start of class, as is expected in the

workplace. Some programs have more rigid

requirements for attendance. LTC recognizes that

students may face extenuating circumstances that

could negatively impact their attendance. In such

cases, LTC employs a Student Retention Specialist

who works with students and faculty to track

attendance, to collaborate in developing strategies to

improve attendance, and to develop a plan.

CDE students are responsible for maintaining

attendance in good standing at LTC. Should a

student need to miss class due to mandatory high

school activities or tests, the student should give

notice to their instructor and meet with the Student

Retention Specialist to document the absence.

Approved absences may be set to not count against

the student’s overall attendance average.

Enrollment Period – period of time a student begins

his/her education and training in a CTE program

(i.e., August 15

, January 3

) through the date of

withdrawal or completion.

Payment Period – a set block of time in which a

student pays for program hours (i.e., 300 hours, 450

hours)

Students who are approved to make up missed time

must complete the required hours through

attendance during designated times outside the

regular program schedule. Failure to complete

scheduled make-up time may result in withdrawal

from the program and/or loss of financial aid. Make-

up hours may not exceed 5% of the scheduled hours

in the payment period. There is a $25.00 make-up

time fee per payment period.

Regularly scheduled class hours will be reported for

attendance. Practice exercises completed at home

will not count toward hours in a program. Students

will be enrolled in additional hours if needed. Current

tuition and fees will apply.

Excessive absences - A student who is absent for

six (6) consecutive class sessions will be withdrawn

from his/her program. A student must petition and be

approved in order to return. Students exhibiting a

pattern of consecutive absences of less than six

days will be subject to dismissal as determined by a

School Intervention Team. A School Intervention

Team will review all petitions for re-enrollment. No

additional fees will be charged if the student returns

during that current payment period, provided fees

have not been refunded; however, time missed may

be added at the end of the program and will incur

additional fees.

The excessive absences policy also applies to the

adult education student. If the student requests to be

re-enrolled during the same enrollment period, he or

she will be assessed a $10.00 re-enrollment fee.

This may be waived depending upon mitigating

circumstances.

Students with excessive absences will face the

possibility of the loss of financial aid, lower

professional skills grades and the ability to continue

in the program.

*Note: licensure program attendance policies may be

more rigid due to licensure requirements and

supersede this policy.

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GENERAL

INFORMATION

Articulations

Gold Standard Career and Technical Education

Articulation Agreements, based on industry

certification, guarantee a minimum award of course

credits or a block of credit toward specific AS

programs between technical colleges and

community and state colleges. For more information

visit https://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-

edu/career-technical-edu-agreements/industry-

certification.stml

Some programs have Career Pathways articulations

with Lake and Sumter County high schools and/or

articulations with other postsecondary institutions of

higher learning. Articulations allow students to

receive credit for courses that do not have exact

matches at the articulating school, but which the

accepting institution has agreed to accept as credit.

All articulations have formal agreements with the

articulating institution and are located on the LTC

website at www.laketech.org.

Bookstore

For the most recent book list and purchasing books,

visit Lake Technical College’s Bookstore located in

the Business Office. Book lists may also be found

on the CTE program pages on the LTC website at

www.laketech.org.

Fees and Tuition

Tuition is applied to the student account upon

enrollment and is payable by payment period or with

a partial payment prior to each enrollment period.

Career dual enrolled high school students pay no

tuition or lab fees but may need to pay additional

fees or purchase supplies required for program

operation. All high school students who take

Corporate and Community Training courses must

pay for tuition, books and lab fees. Certain programs

require the purchase of supplies, insurance, FDLE

background checks, tools and uniforms. Generally,

items purchased are used in employment after

graduation. Fees are subject to change without

notice. Tuition and Fees may be paid through the

Focus student portal, found online at

www.laketech.org., or in the Business Office.

Students needing less than a payment period to

complete their program will be registered as

appropriate. This is based on faculty member

recommendation and administrative approval.

Florida residents are assessed tuition by the clock/

clinical hour at the current rate set by the Florida

Legislature. A Florida resident is defined as a person

whose official residence has been in the state of

Florida for one full year prior to enrollment. The

current tuition rate for Career and Technical

Education programs is $2.88 per clock/clinical hour.

Tuition includes a 10% financial aid fee, a 5%

technology fee, and a 5% capital improvement fee.

Tuition for non-Florida residents is $11.52 per hour.

Students pay a non-refundable $100 registration fee

per program per academic year, and a $50 facility

and equipment use fee on an annual basis. A $1.50

per month Accident Insurance fee is also charged to

Career and Technical Education students. Students

beginning a second program within one year will pay

the registration and facility and equipment use fees

again. There is a $20.00 graduation fee per program

and a $25.00 access fee per program/year.

Lab fee information for individual programs may be

obtained in the Admissions Office and are available

on the program’s page on www.laketech.org.

Adult Education students are assessed $30 per term

for instruction and a $25 registration fee in GED,

ESOL, or ASB.

For Corporate and Community Training courses, the

full cost of instruction determines the cost of the

class.

RESIDENCY: Florida Residency for

Tuition Purposes

(State Board of Education Rule 6A-10.014:

Residency for Tuition Purposes)

Residency information applies to all CTE students.

If a student (or student’s parent or legal guardian in

the case of a dependent student) has lived in Florida

for 12 consecutive months or more before the first

day of classes of the payment period for which

residency status is sought, he or she may qualify for

Florida Residency for tuition purposes. This means

that the State of Florida will pay a portion of the

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student’s fees. Non-residents will be required to pay

the full cost of instruction, or out-of-state fees.

Upon application to LTC, each prospective student

who is claiming Florida residency shall provide clear

and convincing evidence that establishes that he or

she, or if a dependent, the student’s parent or legal

guardian, has been a Florida resident for the

preceding twelve consecutive months. No single

piece of documentation shall be conclusive

according to State Board of Education Rule 6A-

10.014; therefore, Lake Technical College will ask

for two pieces of documentation. The following may

be considered acceptable documents to prove

Florida residency. In addition to producing two or

more of the following documents, there must be an

absence of information that contradicts the

applicant’s claim of residency.

 A Florida voter’s registration card.

 A Florida driver's license.

 A State of Florida identification card.

 A Florida vehicle registration.

 Proof of a permanent home in Florida which is

occupied as a primary residence by the

individual or by the individual’s parent if the

individual is a dependent child.

 Proof of a homestead exemption in Florida.

 Transcripts from a Florida high school for

multiple years if the Florida high school diploma

or high school equivalency diploma was earned

within the last 12 months.

 Proof of permanent full-time employment in

Florida for at least 30 hours per week for a 12-

month period.

These documents may be used in conjunction with

one of the required documents listed above:

 A declaration of domicile in Florida.

 A Florida professional or occupational license.

 Florida incorporation.

 A document evidencing family ties in Florida.

 Proof of membership in a Florida-based

charitable or professional organization.

 Any other documentation that supports the

student’s request for resident status, including,

but not limited to, utility bills and proof of 12

consecutive months of payments; a lease

agreement and proof of 12 consecutive months

of payments; or an official state, federal, or court

document evidencing legal ties to Florida.

 If necessary, other documents may be used;

see your Admissions Office representative for

assistance if you cannot produce two of the

documents noted above.

Lake Technical College follows the general eligibility

requirements that the Federal Government has

established for dependency determination. A student

who meets any of the following criteria shall be

considered an independent student for the

determination of residency for tuition purposes; all

others are considered dependent students and

thus documentation from parent or legal

guardian is required to prove residency.

1. The student is 24 years old or older by the first

day of classes of the term for which residency

status is sought at a Florida institution

2. The student is married

3. The student has children who receive more than

half of their support from the student

4. The student has other dependents who live with

and receive more than half of their support for

the student

5. The student is a veteran of the United States

Armed Forces or is currently serving on active

duty US Armed Forces for purposes other than

training

6. Both of the student’s parents are deceased or

the student is or was (until age 18) a

ward/dependent of the court in foster care

7. The student is working on a master’s degree or

doctoral degree during the term for which

residency status is sought at a Florida institution

8. The student is determined an unaccompanied

homeless youth by a school district homeless

liaison, or by a staff member of an emergency

shelter or transitional housing program.

9. The student is classified as an independent by

the financial aid office at the institution

10. A student who does not meet any of the criteria

above may be classified as an independent

student only if he or she can provide

documentation that he or she provides fifty

percent or more of the cost of attendance as

defined by the financial aid office at the

institution.

If one cannot provide any of the documents noted

above, but still maintains that he or she has lived in

the State of Florida for 12 months or more and,

therefore, should be considered a Florida resident,

he or she may file an appeal with LTC’s Residency

Determination Committee. In order to appeal you

must do the following prior to paying your fees:

1. Provide a written statement outlining the

rationale for the request which includes:

 your full name

 a working telephone number

 a current mailing address

 an e-mail address

 Attach supporting documentation

2. Leave your appeal with a Career Advisor in the

Admissions Office for review by the LTC

residency determination committee.

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Grading System

Lake Technical College is a postsecondary

institution designed to provide individuals with

workforce skills, and the grading scale reflects

industry standards. The approved postsecondary

program grading requirements must be met if the

student is to receive a certificate. These

requirements are stated in the individual program

Master Plans of Instruction.

The grading scale for Lake Technical College is as

follows:

90 – 100 A (4 quality points)

80 – 89 B (3 quality points)

70 – 79 C (2 quality points)

60 – 69 D (1 quality point)

<59 F (0 quality points)

I Incomplete

NG Not Graded

Note: passing thresholds may vary by program

based on industry standards. Separate program

requirements are listed in the Master Plan of

Instruction. The final course grade recorded in the

Student Information System will reflect the category

in which the student was not successful.

In most programs, students are evaluated in the

areas of lab/shop skills, knowledge, and professional

skills. Each of the three areas counts as one-third of

a student’s grade in each course or module.

Students may be graded on subjects which include,

but are not limited to, safety, work habits,

manipulative skills, quizzes, projects, class

participation, job completion, cooperation, attitude,

punctuality, and attendance as per policy, unit tests,

competency performance, written reports, oral

reports, self-evaluation and demonstrations.

Student’s grades may be reduced for any of the

following reasons:

 excessive absences in accordance with the

program Master Plan of Instruction professional

skills grade (see also Attendance)

 failure to make up missed work, including tests

 cheating/plagiarism

A student who does not show satisfactory academic

progress will be referred to counseling and, if

necessary, a School Intervention Team (SIT)

meeting will be held to review the possibilities of

program completion. When a student has

demonstrated unsuccessful program progress based

upon grades, lab/shop skills or professional skills,

the student may be placed on academic probation, a

behavior contract, or be recommended for dismissal

from the program. Career dual-enrollment students

who fail to make the corrections stipulated in a

probationary contract will be returned to the home

high school. The career dual-enrollment student may

return to LTC no sooner than the following semester

upon approval of the School Intervention Team and

the home high school.

Progress Reports

All students are monitored for adequate progress

throughout their program. Electronic progress

reports for programs are available to current

students via the Student Portal. Course completion

grades are entered by faculty into LTC’s student

information system. Students who withdraw prior to

the availability of progress information may contact

the school to receive a transcript with final grade.

Progress reports will not be mailed to students.

For career dual-enrolled high school students,

grades are entered electronically following the Lake

County Schools calendar (at course completion).

Career dual enrolled students receive a report card

from Lake County Schools.

Insurance

Personal injury/school accident insurance is required

for all Career and Technical Education students.

This insurance is provided through Lake Technical

College at the rate of $1.50 a month. The accident

insurance fee will be charged to students per

payment period. When a student needs to file a

claim and use the insurance, he/she will need to

obtain paperwork from the Senior Executive

Specialist to the Vice President of Operations. Lake

Technical College does not file any paperwork on

the student’s behalf with the insurance company.

The cost of liability insurance, if required, is part of

the program cost, and due prior to program entry.

This information is available upon request in the

Admissions Office, from the department coordinator

or program faculty member and in the program

Master Plan of Instruction which is available on the

school website.

Job Placement Assistance

The Career and Technical Education program faculty

member is the first point of contact for referrals to

jobs in the certificate program field of study.

Students are aided in job placement by: referral to

employers, resources and the appropriate agencies.

Students are requested to meet with their faculty

member to discuss their employment goals. This

service may be utilized either during enrollment at

LTC or upon completion of a certificate program.

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The Career Success Center is also available to

students as a resource for resume writing,

interviewing techniques, and job leads. Students

may sign up for job placement assistance.

The “Career Services” link, located on the

institution’s website, serves as a communication tool

between area employers, the staff, and students.

Students may activate their account in College

Central Network to upload resumes and search for

job openings. Current job listings are also posted in

both program areas and in the rear lobby of the front

building. Recruiter days coordinated by specific

program faculty held throughout the year. An annual

Career Fair, attended by several local employers, is

held in the Spring. Facebook is also used as a

means of communication.

Leaving Campus

All students must notify their faculty member when

leaving campus early. This is for the safety of

students. Students may leave campus for lunch

provided this is done within the allotted time.

Textbooks

Adult students are required to purchase program

textbooks. Textbooks may be purchased through

Lake Technical College’s Bookstore located in the

Business Office. Book lists may also be found at the

LTC website at www.laketech.org.

Career Dual Enrollment (CDE) high school students

will be provided with program textbooks, workbooks,

and access codes free of charge. These materials

will be issued by the program instructor by the end of

the drop/add period.

Minimum Technical Requirements to

Take Online Courses

For classes that have online components, the

following are the minimum computer requirements:

It is recommended to use a computer at least 5

years old with at least 1GB of RAM.

Instructure products require an operating system that

can run the latest compatible web browsers. Your

computer operating system should be kept up to

date with the latest recommended security updates

and upgrades.

We recommend a minimum Internet speed of 512

kbps.

Canvas LMS works best with the latest two versions

of modern browsers:

Chrome 148+

Edge 147+

Firefox 150+

Safari 26+

You should always use the most current version of

your preferred browser. Your browser will notify you

if there is a new version available. Cookies and

JavaScript should be enabled.

Canvas App, Canvas Teacher, and Canvas

Parent: Android 8.0+, iOS 15.0+

Visit your App Store or Play Store to download

mobile browsers.

Mobile App:

If you are using a Canvas mobile app, please make

sure you are using the latest version. They are

constantly improving the mobile app, and each

version includes bug fixes and new features, so

running the latest version is important for optimal

performance.

iOS: Download the latest version from the App

Store. If you have already installed the app, you can

find the version number by opening Settings on

your iPhone or iPad by tapping Canvas in your list

of apps.

Android: Download the latest version from the

Google Play Store or Amazon App store. Once you

have installed the app, you can find the version

number by opening Settings on your Android

device, tapping Application Settings and then

Manage App.

Additional Requirements:

 JavaScript

 Flash 9+

 Cookies enabled

Monies Owed Policy

Students become responsible for tuition, fees and

related expenses upon registration for classes.

Students who owe monies will not be able to

graduate, register for additional classes, or receive

services until the debt is paid in full. Any exception to

this policy must be made in writing to the President.

Refund Policy

Career and Technical Education Refund Policy

Occasionally it becomes necessary for a CTE

student to withdraw or change programs at LTC.

When this occurs and the student has completed all

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the steps for official withdrawal from class, a tuition

refund may be given using the following guidelines:

 If LTC cancels a class, a class does not open as

scheduled; 100% of all tuition and eligible fees

will be refunded.

 If a student registers but never attends, 100% of

all tuition and eligible fees will be refunded.

 Withdrawal through the closing of the fifth day of

class per enrollment period, 100% of all tuition

and eligible fees will be refunded.

 Schedule changes through the closing of the

fifth day of class per enrollment period; 100% of

all tuition and eligible fees will be refunded.

 If a student withdraws and submits a request to

the Dean of Student Services at least 10 days

prior to the end of the current payment period,

the tuition and lab fees may be prorated for

future payment periods. Otherwise, full fees will

apply for all subsequent payment period(s).

 Industry certification fees which are not used are

refundable.

 Access, facility and equipment use, graduation,

partial payment, and accident insurance fees

are refundable within the first five days of

enrollment period.

 Student kits are non-refundable if ordered or

received by the student.

 Registration fee is non-refundable.

 After drop/add (first five days of class), students

are responsible for charges incurred during the

enrollment period.

 Students who withdraw during a semester are

responsible for tuition and partial payment fees.

 Testing fees for Florida Ready to Work, TEAS,

TABE, eCASAS, CASAS GOALS, and Certiport

are non-refundable and good for 30 days.

 No refund will be given for fees used to

purchase required program malpractice

insurance.

 Uniform items having personalized information

(such as name) are not refundable.

 Refund requests for extenuating circumstances

(e.g., death of immediate family member,

hospitalization beyond one’s control; elective

surgery and vacations not included) should

follow the appeals process.

 No refunds will be made until all financial

obligations have been cleared.

 If student tuition has been paid by a scholarship,

the refund due will be returned to the

scholarship fund or the agency that sponsored

the student.

 When a student is due a refund, the refund will

be processed within 45 days. No funds will be

held for future use beyond the enrollment

period.

Refunds by check are paid directly to the student

from the LTC Business Office.

Financial Aid Refund Policy

In the event a student has received financial aid and

withdraws from a program, a statutory schedule is

used to determine the amount of Title IV funds that

student has earned as of the date he or she ceases

to attend. The amount of Title IV Program assistance

earned is based on the amount of time the student

spent in academic attendance. Up through the 60%

point in each payment period or period of enrollment,

a pro-rata schedule is used to determine the amount

of Title IV funds the student has earned at the time

of withdrawal. After the 60% point in the payment

period or period of enrollment, the student has

earned 100% of the Title IV funds.

Adult Education Refund Policy

The Adult Education refund policy states:

● Students may request a full refund of fees prior

to the class start date.

● If a class is canceled due to low enrollment,

students may either transfer to another class or

receive a full refund of fees.

Corporate and Community Training Education

/Fee Based Class Refund Policy

The Corporate and Community Training

Education/Fee Based class refund policy states:

 Students may request a refund of both tuition

and lab fees prior to the class start date.

 If a class is canceled due to low enrollment,

students may either transfer to another class or

receive a full refund of tuition and lab fees.

 Except in cases of documented medical

emergency, tuition and fees will not be refunded

if a class runs.

 Books purchased at LTC may be returned within

10 business days in new, unwrapped (if

applicable) condition.

Returned Check Policy

Checks returned for insufficient funds will be

assessed a returned check fee of $35 per check.

The maker or drawer may be additionally liable for

court costs, collection fees and reasonable

attorney’s fees as prescribed by law.

Schedule Changes

Certificate Programs

Schedule changes, such as reduction or addition of

class time, can be requested by a student via the

Schedule Change Request form. Schedule changes

are defined as the following: adding/removing an

hour due to basic skills remediation class or

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switching between full and part-time schedules.

Students who wish to request a schedule change

should consult with the Dean of Student Services

after speaking with their instructor at least two weeks

prior to the end of the payment period. The Dean of

Student Services will review the request, financial

impact for the student, and will determine approval

or denial of the request; or will arrange a meeting

with the instructor, student, and Administrator when

further review is needed. Requests for a schedule

change should be made at least 5 days prior to the

effective date and occur at the end of a payment

period unless approved by an administrator. Only

one schedule change is allowed per enrollment

period. Additional requests require administrative

approval.

Academic Skills Building

Students are scheduled into ASB for an entire

semester. When the ASB faculty member

determines that a student is ready to complete, the

ASB faculty member will submit the schedule

change form for approval. Schedule changes must

be submitted in writing prior to the actual change

taking place so appropriate fee adjustments can be

assessed.

Continuing Workforce Education/Fee-based

Classes

A student may transfer to another class with

advanced notice provided there is available seating.

Student Withdrawals

Students who need to withdraw from their program

must first discuss withdrawing with their instructor.

The instructor will refer the student to the Dean of

Students, if applicable, to verify any effect a

withdrawal will have on grants and/or scholarships.

Afterwards, the faculty member will withdraw the

student through the student information system. A

student’s date of exit is the day following his/her last

date of attendance. When possible, career dual-

enrolled (CDE) students will be withdrawn at the end

of a quarter to facilitate re-enrollment in high school

classes. Withdrawals for the adult education student

occurs within the data clerk’s office. These include

the administrative withdrawal due to the consecutive

absence policy as well as withdrawal requests made

by students. Also, withdrawals occur once a career

and technical education program student completes

his or her basic skills requirements within the

Academic Skills Builder (ASB) program. The adult

education instructor begins that withdrawal process

using the change-in-registration form. The student

takes that form to the admissions office to begin the

ASB program withdrawal, and that office will make

any necessary changes to the CTE program

registration in consultation with the financial aid office

if applicable.

Soliciting

Students representing off-campus organizations,

companies, church groups and private enterprises

are not permitted to solicit on campus without written

approval from the President.

Student Vehicles

General Rules: Students attending LTC must

observe the following rules:

 All vehicles must have a parking permit

prominently displayed on the back window of a

vehicle.

 Students must observe all speed limits on all

campus and other posted rules. The speed limit

on all campuses is 5 miles per hour.

 Student parking on the main campus is

permitted only in the main parking area on the

south side of the campus. Students are not

permitted to park in the visitors parking area at

the front of the campus. Parking on the north

side of the campus is reserved for staff and

delivery service.

 Students at the IPS extension campus or any

Instructional Service Centers are to park in non-

staff parking spaces (as marked).

 Students at the Instructional Service Centers are

to park in main parking area in non-marked

specialty parking such as disabled, golf cart, etc.

 Cars should be left with windows closed and

doors locked.

 For the safety of all, students are not to loiter in

the parking areas during school hours or before

or after school.

 Loud music/radios in vehicles on campus is

prohibited.

 Parking regulations shall apply equally to

bicycles, motorcycles, motor scooters and to

any other type of privately owned vehicle.

 Trailers, boats, etc. may not be parked in any of

the parking lots.

 Disabled, reserved and customer service

parking are designated as such and should be

observed.

 Local law enforcement agencies have the

authority to patrol and ticket vehicles not in

compliance.

 Parking in the grass on the south side (student

parking) is prohibited.

 Overnight parking is prohibited, unless

otherwise approved by an LTC administrator.

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Transcripts

Students needing an official copy of their LTC

transcripts must complete a request form available

from the Admissions Office or www.laketech.org

“Transcript Request.” Transcript requests will

normally be processed within three business days of

the request being received by the Admissions Office.

There is an $8 charge for each transcript. *Charge

will be waived for Active-duty or Honorably

Discharged Veterans, including his/her spouse and

dependents (must provide documentation to verify

Veteran status) and for transcripts being sent to

Lake Sumter State College.

Students needing transcripts for the Florida High

School Diploma (GED®) will need to request one by

going to https://ged.com/, scroll to the bottom and

select “Request a transcript” Follow the instructions.

Students must login or register by creating an

account with the Credential Requesting Service.

Visitors

All visitors must check in at the receptionist’s desk.

Children accompanying visitors are not allowed in

the program areas and must be supervised at all

times.

Students must obtain permission prior to bringing a

visitor to class, including dependent children.

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Program and Course Descriptions

Career and Technical Education

Agriculture,

Food and

Natural

Resources

Veterinary Assisting

This face-to-face program, located at the Lake

County Animal Shelter, is a 750-hour program

offering broad, transferable skills and stresses

understanding and demonstration of the following

elements of the veterinary assisting industry:

planning, management, finance, technical and

production skills, underlying principles of

technology, labor issues, community issues and

health, safety and environmental issues.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$2,160 plus books and fees

Job Opportunities: animal shelters and veterinary

clinics

Certification: Upon successful completion of the

Veterinary Assisting program, students may sit for

the CVA exam. On passing the test, students

receive their certification contingent on completion

of the remainder of practical experience hours

within one year of the exam date.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed:

ATE0006 – Veterinary Assistants and

Laboratory Animal Caretakers 1, 450 hours

This course provides an introduction to animal

science, safety, animal behaviors, proper handling

techniques, general animal anatomy and function,

and animal-related laws

ATE0070 – Veterinary Assistants and

Laboratory Animal Caretakers 2, 150 hours

This course content includes an understanding of

animal welfare and animal rights, the role of

animals in research, record keeping, sanitation of

animal facilities, and proper use of equipment.

ATE0072 – Veterinary Assistant, 150 hours

This course prepares students to work with

livestock, exotic animals, medication, and surgical

preparation.

Architecture

and

Construction

Electricity

This face-to-face program, located on the Lake

Technical College South campus in Clermont, is a

1,200-hour program. The program prepares

students for entry-level careers in the electrical

industry by developing a strong foundation in

safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory

compliance, along with proper use and

maintenance of industry tools and equipment. The

program covers electrical theory, circuit principles,

electrical math, code interpretation, and

troubleshooting techniques. Students gain

experience installing wiring systems and develop

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specialized electrical skills aligned with industry

standards.

Estimated Expenses: Electricity - Tuition is

approximately $3,456 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Residential electrical service

companies

Certification: Upon successful completion of the

Electricity program, students may sit for industry

recognized credentials.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

BCV0603 – Electrician Helper, 300 hours

This course covers the importance of health,

safety, and environmental stewardship and

regulatory compliance, tools used in the industry,

understanding of basic Direct Current (DC)

electrical circuits, reading and interpreting electric

codes, and troubleshooting.

BCV0640 – Residential Electrician, 450 hours

This course emphasizes electrical math problems

and skills, understanding of Alternating Current

(AC) circuits, employability skills, and residential

wiring.

BCV0652 – Commercial Electrician, 450 hours

This course focuses on commercial wiring and

specialized electrical skills.

Heating, Ventilation, Air-

Conditioning/Refrigeration

(HVAC/R) 1

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus and LTC South campus, is a 750-

hour program, offering a broad foundation of

knowledge and skills to prepare students for

employment in the heating, air conditioning and

refrigeration and ventilation industry. The content

includes enhanced hands-on, practical

experiences in troubleshooting heating, air

conditioning, and refrigerant equipment,

fabricating and servicing piping, tubing, and

fittings used in the heating, air conditioning and

refrigeration industry and designing, installing and

repairing heating and cooling systems.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Air Conditioning,

Refrigeration and Heating 1 - Tuition is

approximately $2,160 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Air Conditioning, Refrigeration

and Heating companies, construction companies,

schools, governmental agencies, and large

corporations.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

ACR000 – Introduction to HVAC/R, 250 hours

This course provides an introduction to health,

safety and environmental management systems,

the use and maintenance of tools and tool

accessories and a practical knowledge of basic

electricity, electrical components and motors, and

electrical control systems in the heating, air

conditioning and refrigeration industry.

ACR0001 – HVAC/R Fundamentals, 250 hours

This course content includes analyzing fluids,

pressures, refrigerants and related codes,

maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting

commercial evaporators, and fabricating and

servicing piping, tubing, and fittings used in the

heating, air conditioning and refrigeration industry.

ACR0012 – HVAC/R Service Practices, 250

hours

This course includes utilizing and operating

mechanical refrigeration servicing and testing

equipment, conducting start-up and check-out

procedures for mechanical heating and air

conditioning systems, and designing heating and

cooling systems.

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Business,

Management &

Administration

Accounting Operations

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 1050-hour program that

prepares students for entry-level positions in the

field of accounting. Study includes: double-entry

bookkeeping; methods of recording business

transactions; preparation and analysis of financial

statements, payroll records and tax forms;

inventory methods; methods of depreciation; basic

accounting principles and the applications of these

principles to various business entities. Study also

includes common computer software such as

Microsoft Word and Excel and basic accounting

software such as QuickBooks, and TurboTax.

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 9 college credits towards the Business

Administration A.S. degree and 24 college credits

towards the Industrial Management Technology

A.S. degree.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3024 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Business offices, hospitals,

medical facilities, banks, credit unions, and

governmental agencies.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

OTA0040 – Information Technology Assistant,

150 hours

This course is designed to provide a basis of

current business and information systems and

trends and to introduce students to the basic skills

and foundations required for today’s business

environments. Emphasis is placed on developing

proficiency with touch keyboarding and

fundamental computer applications, so they may

be used as communication tools for enhancing

personal and workplace proficiency in an

information-based society.

ACO0040 – Accounting Clerk, 300 hours

This course provides the opportunity to learn the

full accounting cycle, using accounting principles

for purchases, cash payments, sales, cash

receipts, journal transactions, payroll, payroll

taxes, and making journal and ledger entries, with

opportunities for work-based learning experiences.

AC 0044 – Accounting Assistant, 300 hours

This course explores organizational structures

and the importance of leadership and teamwork in

achieving workplace objectives. Students will

apply accounting principles to real-world

scenarios, including recording and analyzing

financial transactions, managing accounts, and

completing project-based or virtual lab activities

designed to build practical accounting skills and

workplace readiness.

ACO0043 – Accounting Associate, 300 hours

This course emphasizes critical thinking,

creativity, and ethical decision-making in the field

of accounting. Students will apply advanced

accounting principles and cost methods using

industry-standard software, explore financial

literacy topics such as money management and

consumer credit, and participate in work-based

learning. The course also builds employability,

entrepreneurship, and professional skills to

prepare students for future career opportunities.

Administrative Office Specialist

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 1050-hour program designed to

develop communication, higher-level thinking and

decision-making skills; the performance of office

procedure tasks; the production of quality work in

an efficient manner using advanced features of

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business software applications; research of job

opportunities; and the production of high quality

employment portfolios and job-seeking

documents. Computerized software taught

includes the Windows operating system,

QuickBooks, and the Microsoft Office Suite of

applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint,

Publisher and Outlook).

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 6 college credits towards the Business

Administration A.S. degree and 24 college credits

towards the Industrial Management Technology

A.S. degree.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3,024 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Business offices, hospitals,

medical facilities, banks, credit unions, and

governmental agencies.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed:

OTA0040 – Information Technology Assistant,

150 hours

This course is designed to provide a basis of

current business and information systems and

trends and to introduce students to the basic skills

and foundations required for today’s business

environments. Emphasis is placed on developing

proficiency with touch keyboarding and

fundamental computer applications, so they may

be used as communication tools for enhancing

personal and workplace proficiency in an

information-based society.

OTA0041 – Front Desk Specialist, 300 hours

This course is designed to assist with

administrative and general office duties in a

support capacity and to develop proficiency in

using the advanced features of software programs

to perform office-related tasks. It also explores

and expands the core competencies in the areas

of personal and professional development and

promotes application of higher-level office

procedures, transcription skills, tasks and

communication skills through the use of

technology.

OTA0033 – Administrative Office Professional

300 hours

This course is designed to focus on proficiency in

standard and emerging computer skills using

modern information technology tools. Safe and

ethical internet research strategies are applied to

gather and utilize data that directly support job

objectives. Core digital publishing concepts are

executed through structured project planning,

design processes, layout techniques, and precise

measurements. Finally, performing intermediate to

advanced administrative office functions helps

optimize daily operations and elevate overall

workplace performance.

OTA0053 – Administrative Office Specialist,

300 hours

This course explores effective personal and

professional interactions using polite,

concise, and accurate communication

alongside strong customer service and

leadership strategies. It focuses on

employees' understanding of organizational

structures, teamwork dynamics, and the

critical role health, safety, and environmental

compliance play in overall performance.

Leveraging modern technology, financial

literacy, and core accounting principles

allows individuals to boost administrative

productivity and manage operational tasks

efficiently. Finally, it covers developing career

and entrepreneurship plans—guided by self-

assessment and lifelong learning to ensure a

seamless transition into the workforce and

long-term personal growth.

Health

Science

Emergency Medical Technician

(ATD)

This face-to-face program, located at the Institute

of Public Safety and Lake Technical College

South campus, is a 300-hour, part-time evening

program that prepares an individual for an entry-

level position in emergency medical services. The

curriculum is comprehensive and encompasses

classroom, lab and hands-on field internship. This

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program is based on the course standards

developed by the Emergency Services section of

the Florida Department of Health and

Rehabilitative Services and the Department of

Education, as well as the U.S. Department of

Transportation and the EMS Education Standards

for EMT. Upon successful completion of the EMT

program, students receive a Certificate of

Completion.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Licensure: Upon completion of the program

requirements, the student is eligible to sit for the

state certification exam and National Registry.

Successful completion of the state board

examination results in state certification and the

ability to gain employment in the capacity of EMT.

Special admission requirements apply. In addition

to LTC’s requirements, applicants must:

 be in good mental and physical health

 Possess a high school diploma or the

equivalent

 Have a sufficient ability to communicate in the

English language in order to successfully

challenge the state board exam and

communicate with staff and patients

 Have a negative tuberculosis test and

appropriate immunizations

 Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License

 Possess a current CPR Healthcare Provider

Card

 Be at least 18 years of age prior to clinical

and internship rotations

 Be able to perform “Essential Tasks” as

outlined in the Master Plan of Instruction

 Successfully complete a Level 2 background

check

 Have a negative drug screen (to be

conducted at the start of the program)

 Meet qualifying scores on the Test of

Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)

For more information, please contact the EMS

Education Department at 352-589-2250.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$864 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Ambulance/EMS services,

hospitals, and physicians’ offices.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

EMS0110 – Emergency Medical Technician,

300 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

all information, principles and practices required

for Emergency Medical Technician licensure and

includes both classroom and field components.

The content includes but is not limited to: patient

assessment, airway management, cardiac arrest,

external and internal bleeding and shock,

traumatic injuries, fractures, dislocations, sprains,

poisoning, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, acute

abdomen, communicable diseases, patients with

abnormal behavior, alcohol and drug abuse, the

unconscious state, emergency childbirth, burns,

environmental hazards, communications,

reporting, extrication and transportation of patient.

The student must be proficient in patient

assessment and evaluation, the use of suctioning

devices, oral and nasal airways, resuscitation

devices, oxygen equipment, sphygmomanometer

and stethoscope, splints of all types, pneumatic

anti-shock garments, extrication tools, dressings

and bandages, stretchers and patient carrying

devices.

Firefighter/Emergency Medical

Technician – Combined

This 792 hour program, located at the Institute of

Public Safety in Tavares, is designed to train the

student desiring to become both a licensed EMT

and a certified firefighter.

This program is approved by the Department of

Financial Service, Division of State Fire Marshall

and the Department of Health, Office of

Emergency Medical Services.

Certification: Upon completion of the firefighter

portion, students can take the state exam to

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become certified. (Pending approval of the

Division of State Fire Marshal, Bureau of Fire

Standards & Training.) Upon completion of the

EMT portion, students can take the state exam to

become licensed.

In addition to LTC’s admission requirements

applicants must:

 Be at least 18 years of age, unless a dual-

enrolled high school senior and 17 years old.

 Have earned a high school diploma or its

equivalent.

 Take the TEAS

 Be of good moral character.

 Possess a valid Florida driver’s license.

 Submit to a fingerprint background check.

 Submit to a drug screening.

 Have passed a physical examination

including EKG and hearing test by a licensed

Florida physician, physician assistant, or

nurse practitioner within six months of the

starting date of the program, meeting the

requirements of the Division of State Fire

Marshal Bureau of Fire Standards and

Training Medical Examination Form.

 Have a current Professional CPR card.

 Submit a driver’s license history with the

application packet.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$2,281 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: County and municipal fire

departments and forestry. Ambulance/EMS

services, hospitals, and physicians’ offices.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

FFP0030 – Firefighter 1, 191 hours

FFP0031 – Firefighter 2, 301 hours

These courses are taken in conjunction and

provide cognitive and psychomotor training in

basic firefighter concepts and skills. Successful

completion of both courses qualifies the individual

to take the State Examination for Firefighter which

is required for employment.

EMS0110 – Emergency Medical Technician,

300 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

all information, principles and practices required

for Emergency Medical Technician licensure and

includes both classroom and field components.

Medical Assisting

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 900-hour program designed to

prepare a student for employment as a medical

assistant. This program prepares competency

entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive

(knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective

(behavior) learning domains. Training includes

receptionist responsibilities, phlebotomy,

electrocardiography, emergency procedures,

communications, insurance and finance

procedures, transcription, office management

software, medications, and human relations skills.

The Medical Assisting Program of Lake Technical

College is accredited by the commission on

Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

(CAAHEP, www.caahep.org), 25400 U.S.

Highway 19 North, Suite 158, Clearwater, FL

33763, upon the recommendation of Medical

Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).

In addition to LTC’s admission requirements,

applicants must:

 Be in good mental and physical health

 Be able to perform “Essential Tasks” as

outlined in the Master Plan of Instruction

 Successfully complete a Level 2 background

check

 Meet standard of “Good Moral Character” as

required by Florida Statute 400.512

 Have a negative drug screen (to be

conducted prior to externship).

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

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Estimated expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3,744 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Physicians’ offices and

hospitals.

Students graduating this program are eligible to sit

for the state licensing/certification exam.

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 20 college credits towards the Health

Administration A.S. degree and 24 college credits

towards the Industrial Management Technology

A.S. degree.

To qualify for a certificate of completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

MEA0003 – Introduction to Medical Assisting

and Pharmacology, 250 hours

This course is designed to introduce medical

assisting terminology, anatomy and physiology

concepts and pharmaceutical principles and

administer medication.

MEA0502 – Introduction to Medical Office

Procedures, 100 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

information regarding basic clerical/medical office

duties. Students learn effective communication

skills, preparation and maintenance of medical

records, legal and ethical responsibilities, and

office security policies/procedures.

MEA0521 – Phlebotomist, 75 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

information regarding skills and knowledge to

perform phlebotomy. Students learn recognition

and identification of collection reagents supplies,

equipment and interfering chemical substances.

Students perform and receive capillary puncture

and venipuncture. In addition, students practice

infection control following universal precautions

and quality assurance and safety.

MEA0574 – Laboratory Procedures, 80 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

the performance of “CLIA waived” diagnostic

clinical laboratory procedures. Students will also

demonstrate knowledge of emergency

preparedness and protective practices.

MEA0543 – EKG Aide, 75 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

the knowledge of, apply and use medical

instrumentation modalities regarding cardiograph

instruments. Students learn the cardiovascular

system, legal and ethical responsibilities of an

EKG aide, and patient care techniques.

MEA0584 – Clinical Assisting, 130 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

the knowledge and skills of patient vitals and

general examination. Students will learn the

concepts of sterilizing instruments, practicing

infection control, and maintaining a sterile field.

Students will demonstrate minor treatments and

knowledge of basic diagnostic medical assisting

procedures.

MEA0943 – Practicum Experience, 190 hours

Students wrap up final completion of all

competencies in preparing the satisfactory

completion of a mandatory, supervised, unpaid,

190-hour practicum at the end of this course.

Nursing Assistant

This program is offered in hybrid and face-to-face

models, located on the LTC main campus, and is

a 165-hour program that prepares students to

provide safe, compassionate, and professional

patient care in healthcare settings. Students

develop skills in communication, infection control,

safety, emergency response, and legal and ethical

responsibilities. Training includes hands-on

patient care, personal support, nutrition,

restorative activities, and geriatric care.

This program is approved by the State of Florida

Board of Nursing.

Certification: Upon completion of the program

requirements, the student is eligible to take the

written examination for certification with the Board

of Nursing in CNA. Students who have completed

an approved training program within 6 months

before applying for certification are not required to

take the skills-demonstration portion of the

competency exam. Successful completion of this

exam leads to certification as a Nursing Assistant.

In addition to LTC’s admission requirements,

applicants must:

 Be in good mental and physical health.

 Have a negative two-tier tuberculosis test.

 Be at least 18 years of age.

 Be able to perform “Essential Tasks” as

outlined in the Master Plan of Instruction.

 Meet the standard of “Good Moral Character”

as required by Florida Statute 400.512.

 Successfully complete a Level 2 background

check.

 Have a negative drug screen (to be

conducted at the start of the program).

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For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$475.20 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Hospitals, long-term care

facilities, assisted living facilities, laboratory and

rehabilitation facilities.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

HCP0124 – Nursing Assistant, 165 hours

This course is designed to prepare students to

assist residents in a long-term care facility with the

activities of daily living. It is inclusive of classroom,

lab and clinical experiences. Students will use

verbal, written, and/or electronic communications

specific to the nurse assistant, demonstrate legal

and ethical responsibilities specific to the nurse

assistant, describe the anatomy and physiology of

the human body, perform physical comfort and

safety functions specific to the nurse assistant,

apply the principles of infection control,

demonstrate knowledge of blood-borne diseases,

and provide personal patient care to geriatric

patients and assist with restorative aid.

Paramedic (ATD)

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus and LTC South campus, is an 1100-

hour, part-time, day program designed to establish

and maintain appropriate quality education for

those wishing to become specialists in pre-

hospital emergency medical care. The curriculum

is comprehensive and includes theory, clinical

application and hands-on field internship. This

program is based on the course standards

developed by the Emergency Services section of

the Florida Department of Health and

Rehabilitative Services and the Department of

Education, as well as the U.S. Department of

Transportation and the EMS Education Standards

for Paramedic. Upon successful completion of the

Paramedic program, students receive a Certificate

of Completion.

The content includes but is not limited to: patient

assessment, advanced airway management,

cardiovascular emergencies, external and internal

bleeding and shock, traumatic injuries, fractures,

dislocations, sprains, poisoning, heart attack,

stroke, diabetes, pharmacology, medication

administration, respiratory emergencies,

endocrine emergencies, acute abdomen,

communicable diseases, patients with abnormal

behavior, substance abuse, the unconscious

state, emergency childbirth, pediatric and geriatric

emergencies, burns, environmental hazards,

communications, documentation, extrication,

mass casualty incident, incident command

system, and transportation of patient.

This program is accredited by the committee on

Accreditation of Educational Programs for the

Emergency Medical Services Professions

(CoAEMSP). 8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-

312, Rowlett, TX, 75088.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Licensure: Upon completion of the program, the

student will be permitted to sit for the state board

examination. Successful completion of the state

board examination results in state certification and

the ability to gain employment in the capacity of

paramedic.

Students who complete the Paramedic program

are eligible to receive college credit hours to be

applied toward an Associate of Science degree in

Registered Nursing. The number of credit hours

granted varies according to the educational

institution.

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 17 college credits towards the Nursing

RN A.S. degree and 24 college credits towards

the Industrial Management Technology A.S.

degree.

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Special admission requirements apply and prior

health care experience is preferred. In addition to

LTC’s requirements, applicants must:

 Be a State of Florida certified EMT

 Be in good mental and physical health

 Possess a high school diploma or the

equivalent

 Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License

 Have a current CPR card

 Be able to perform “Essential Tasks” as

outlined in the Master Plan of Instruction

The following must be completed prior to clinical

or ride time.

 Have a negative two-tier tuberculosis test and

appropriate immunizations

 Be at least 18 years of age prior to clinical

and internship rotations

 Successfully complete a Level II background

check

 Have a negative drug screen (to be

conducted at the start of the program)

For more information, please contact the EMS

Education Department at 352-589-2250.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3,168 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Ambulance / EMS services,

hospitals, physicians’ offices, and fire services.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

EMS0210 – Paramedic 1, 248 hours

EMS0211 – Paramedic 2, 426 hours

EMS0212 – Paramedic 3, 426 hours

These courses are designed to prepare the

Paramedic student in accordance with the U.S.

DOT Curriculum and Florida EMS Guidelines.

Patient Care Technician

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 600-hour program which trains

students in a variety of skills including Nursing

Assistant, Home Health Aide, and Patient Care.

Students learn to assist patients in long-term and

acute care facilities, hospitals and their home with

the activities of daily living. The program includes

classroom, laboratory and clinical experience.

This program is approved by the State of Florida

Board of Nursing.

Certification: Upon completion of the program

requirements, the student is eligible to take the

written examination for certification with the Board

of Nursing in CNA. Students who have completed

an approved training program within 6 months

before applying for certification are not required to

take the skills-demonstration portion of the

competency exam. Successful completion of this

exam leads to certification as a Nursing Assistant.

In addition to LTC’s admission requirements,

applicants must:

 Be in good mental and physical health.

 Have a negative two-tier tuberculosis test.

 Be at least 18 years of age.

 Be able to perform “Essential Tasks” as

outlined in the Master Plan of Instruction.

 Meet the standard of “Good Moral Character”

as required by Florida Statute 400.512.

 Successfully complete a Level 2 background

check.

 Have a negative drug screen (to be

conducted at the start of the program).

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$1,728 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Hospitals, long-term care

facilities, assisted living facilities, laboratory and

rehabilitation facilities.

Students successfully completing Nurse Aide and

Orderly (Articulated) are eligible to sit for the

Nursing Assistant industry certification exam.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

HCP0124 – Nursing Assistant, 165 hours

This course is designed to prepare students to

assist residents in a long-term care facility with the

activities of daily living. It is inclusive of classroom,

lab and clinical experiences. Students will use

verbal, written, and/or electronic communications

specific to the nurse assistant, demonstrate legal

and ethical responsibilities specific to the nurse

assistant, describe the anatomy and physiology of

the human body, perform physical comfort and

safety functions specific to the nurse assistant,

apply the principles of infection control,

demonstrate knowledge of blood-borne diseases,

and provide personal patient care to geriatric

patients and assist with restorative aid.

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HCP0333 – Accelerated Home Health Aide, 25

hours

The Home Health Aide course prepares students

to administer care and assist with activities of daily

living for individuals, while recognizing cultural

differences. Students will demonstrate legal and

ethical responsibilities specific to a home health

aide. The course covers principles of nutrition,

performing physical comfort and safety functions,

and principles of infection control.

HCP0021 – Patient Care Assistant, 45 hours

The Patient Care Assistant course prepares

students to assist patients in a hospital setting

with the activities of daily living. Students will be

able to care for hospital equipment and supplies,

transfer patients to a stretcher and a wheelchair,

care for the patient in skin and skeletal traction,

assist with physical exams, change an unsterile

dressing, take apical and pedal pulse, and

demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of

the needs of patients with common health

problems.

HSC0012 – Allied Health Assistant, 100 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

skills in physical restorative areas such as

teaching crutch and walker use and care,

performing safe body mechanics and transfers,

and instructing patients in bed/wheelchair mobility

activities. Students will also learn occupational

and respiratory restorative type skills. EKG and

phlebotomy skills may also be taught. A clinical

rotation is required in this course.

MEA0585 – Advanced Allied Health Assistant,

200 hours

In this course students will participate in clinical

rotations in the major allied health areas.

PRN0095 – Patient Care Technician, 65 hours

In this course students will Demonstrate

knowledge of organizational and effective team

member skills including time management,

organization, and team member relationships.

Students will learn ways to deal with conflict,

communication skills that are supportive of team

members, and give and receive end-of-shift

reports to team members.

Pharmacy Technician

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 1050 hour program which

trains students in pharmaceutical compounding,

sterile techniques, USP 795 and 797 standards,

IV preparation, delivering medication and other

skills related to the pharmaceutical industry.

This program is approved by the State of Florida

Board of Pharmacy.

Certification: Upon completion of the program

requirements, the student is eligible to take the

written examination for certification with Pharmacy

Technician Certification Board.

In addition to LTC’s admission requirements,

applicants must:

 Be in good mental and physical health

 Complete an LTC online application

 Be able to perform “Essential Tasks” as

outlined in the Master Plan of Instruction

 Meet standard of “Good Moral Character” as

required by Florida Statute 400.512

 Have a negative drug screen (to be

conducted twice during the program).

 Pass a Level 2 background check (to be

conducted prior to externship).

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3,024 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Hospitals, pharmacies, grocery

stores, and drug stores.

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 24 college credits towards the Industrial

Management Technology A.S. degree.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

HSC0003 – Basic Healthcare Worker, 90 hours

This course is an introduction to the health

professions and is a state mandated requirement

for all health occupation programs. Emphasis is

placed on communication skills as well as legal

and ethical responsibilities for the health

professional. Students learn to respond to

emergency situations, infection control procedures

including blood borne pathogens, computer

literacy, confidentiality issues and employability

skills.

PTN0084 – Pharmacy Technician 1, 360 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

the knowledge of basic pharmaceutical chemistry

and drug classification, measurement and

calculating techniques, and inventory control.

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PTN0085 – Pharmacy Technician 2, 300 hours

This course provides students with the opportunity

to prepare and deliver medications and further

study in pharmaceutical chemistry.

PTN0086 – Pharmacy Technician 3, 300 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

the skills to prepackage unit dose medications and

prepare intravenous admixtures.

Phlebotomy

This hybrid and face-to-face program, located on

the LTC main campus and LTC South campus, is

a 165 hour part-time, evening program which

includes learning safe and efficient work practices

in obtaining blood specimens; maintaining the

integrity of the specimen in relation to the test to

be performed; preparing blood smears; labeling

specimens accurately and completely; and

promoting the comfort and well-being of the

patient while performing blood collecting duties.

The Phlebotomy program has the following

minimum admission requirements:

 Complete a LTC online application.

 Meet the definition of Good Moral Character.

 Meet the Essential Physical and Emotional

requirements.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$476 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Physicians’ offices.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed:

HSC0003 – Basic Healthcare Worker, 90 hours

This course is an introduction to the health

professions and is a state mandated requirement

for all health occupation programs. Emphasis is

placed on communication skills as well as legal

and ethical responsibilities for the health

professional. Students learn to respond to

emergency situations, infection control procedures

including blood borne pathogens, computer

literacy, confidentiality issues, and employability

skills.

MEA0520 – Phlebotomist, 75 hours

This course is designed to provide students with

information regarding skills and knowledge to

perform phlebotomy. Students learn recognition

and identification of collection reagents supplies,

equipment and interfering chemical substances.

Students perform and receive capillary puncture

and venipuncture. In addition, students practice

infection control following universal precautions

and quality assurance and safety.

Students graduating this program are eligible to sit

for the state licensing/certification exam. The

curriculum offered at Lake Technical College

qualifies the student to take the National

Healthcare Association (NHA) Phlebotomy

Certification exam to become a Certified

Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

Practical Nursing

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus and LTC Clermont on the Lake

Sumter State College Campus, is a 1350-hour

program offered days, evenings and part-time. A

hybrid part-time program is offered on the LTC

main campus. The program is comprehensive and

includes classroom, lab and clinical experiences.

Students are involved in planning and performing

basic and advanced nursing skills and the

administration of medication. Students receive

experience in hospitals, nursing homes, home

health agencies, clinics and pediatric and mental

health facilities.

Special admission requirements apply. Selection

of prospective students will be based on the test

scores, academic achievement, work experience,

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references and interview scores. In addition to

LTC’s requirements, applicants must:

 Be in good mental and physical health.

 Possess a high school diploma or GED.

 Have a sufficient ability to communicate in the

English language in order to successfully

challenge the state board exam and

communicate with staff and patients.

 Have a negative tuberculosis test and

appropriate immunizations.

 By law, notify the State Board of Nursing of

any previous arrest record in which the

person was convicted or found guilty,

regardless of adjudication, prior to being

allowed to sit for the state board exam. The

State Board of Nursing reserves the right to

take disciplinary action prior to granting any

student permission to sit for the state board

exam. (In accordance with Chapter 464.008

and 464.018 of the “Nurse Practice Act.”)

 Be at least 18 years of age prior to clinical.

 Be able to perform “Essential Tasks” as

outlined in the Master Plan of Instruction.

 Meet the standard of “Good Moral Character”

as required by Florida Statute 400.512.

 Successfully complete a Level 2 background

check.

 Have a negative drug screen.

 Meet qualifying scores on the Test of

Essential Academic Skills (TEAS).

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 15 college credits towards the Health

Information Technology, 17 college credits

towards the Nursing RN A.S. degree and 24

college credits towards the Industrial Management

Technology A.S. degree.

This program is approved by the State of Florida

Board of Nursing.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Licensure: Upon completion of the program

requirements, the student is eligible to sit for the

state licensure examination (NCLEX-PN).

Successful completion of the state board

examination results in the ability to gain

employment in the capacity of a Licensed

Practical Nurse.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3,888 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Hospitals, physicians’ offices,

rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and

clinics.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

PRN0098 – Practical Nursing Foundations 1,

300 hours

This course covers the following: knowledge of the

healthcare delivery system; safety, security and

emergency procedures; blood borne diseases;

patient care; geriatric care; restorative activities;

verbal and written communication; legal and

ethical responsibilities; principles of inflectional

control; apply aseptic technique; structure and

function of the human body; and, nutrition.

PRN0099 – Practical Nursing Foundations 2,

300 hours

This course covers the following: human growth

and development; performance of nursing

procedures; medication administration; healthy

lifestyle; family wellness; and, community health

awareness.

PRN0290 – Medical / Surgical Nursing 1, 300

hours

This course covers the following: care for the

surgical patient; and, care for the pre-operative

and post-operative patient.

PRN0291 – Medical / Surgical Nursing 2, 300

hours

This course is a continuation of the care of

surgical patients.

PRN0690 – Transition to Practice, 150 hours

This course includes care for maternal/newborn

patients; knowledge of SIDS/SUIDS; Care for

pediatric patients; and, employability skills.

Hospitality

and Tourism

Baking and Pastry Arts

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 600-hour program providing

students with knowledge and instruction on

selecting ingredients as well as proper measuring,

mixing, assembling and baking techniques used in

the food service industry. The course covers the

understanding of basic principles, equipment,

ingredients, the various doughs, breads, pies,

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cookies, pastries, cakes and sauces along with

advanced dessert preparation and presentation to

include fruit desserts, specialty Cakes, chocolates,

marzipan, pastillage, sugar techniques and plated

desserts. Included in this course is the

implementation of sanitation and safety

procedures; business math skills; baking

principals; leadership and employability skills, food

cost and cost control. The focus of this course is

two-fold; understanding and performing

baking/pastry competencies. The text practical

material is supported by the systematic

presentation of basic theory and ingredients

information.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$1,728 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Restaurants, resorts and local

attractions, hospitals, cruise ships, and national

parks.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

FSS0090 – Pastry Cook/Baker, 300 hours

This course includes: employability and

entrepreneur skills; professional ethics and legal

responsibilities; health, safety, and environmental

management systems; fruit preparation; bakery

goods and desert preparation; bread preparation;

and, critical thinking, creativity and innovation.

FSS0091 – Pastry Chef/Head Baker, 300 hours

This course includes: history of baking and pastry

industry; leadership/teamwork skills; advanced

baking techniques; confectionary techniques;

centerpiece creation techniques; money-

management; nutrition and special diets; and, oral

and written communication skills.

Professional Culinary Arts &

Hospitality

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 1200-hour program accredited

through the American Culinary Federation (ACF)

emphasizing skill development. Graduates of this

program are eligible to apply for the level of

certified culinarian through the ACF.

This program includes concepts in general

housekeeping operations; stocks, soup and sauce

preparation: meat, poultry, fish and seafood

preparation; dairy, egg and farinaceous product

preparation; salad, buffet food, beverage and

related food preparation; bakery goods and

dessert preparation; dining room operations;

planning organizing and implementing culinary

operations; employability; and entrepreneurship.

Other areas of study include: introduction to

hospitality; supervision; sanitation; nutrition; food

production; food purchasing; food service math;

kitchen management; menu planning; food cost

and control; baking and pastry; garde manger;

buffet catering, fruit, vegetable, tallow and ice

carvings; confectionary show pieces; soup; stock;

sauce; meat fabrication; seafood processing ;

international cuisine and culinary competition.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3,456 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Restaurants, resorts and local

attractions, hospitals, cruise ships, and national

parks.

Students successfully completing Food

Preparation are eligible to sit for the ServSafe

industry certification exam.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

HMV0100 – Food Preparation, 300 hours

This course provides instruction in career and job

opportunities, language arts, mathematics, and

science knowledge and skills. The student will

exhibit the ability to follow state-mandated

guidelines for food service, workplace safety

procedures, proper health, safety and

environmental management systems. The student

will demonstrate personal productivity,

employability skills, leadership and teamwork

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skills. The student will be able to utilize

operational systems and will also learn the use

and care for commercial tools and equipment. The

students will describe the basic principles of food

science and how to read, follow, and prepare

recipes.

HMV0184 – Cook-Restaurant 1, 150 hours,

In this course students will learn the basic

principles of nutrition, front and back of the house

duties, prepare and present food and beverage

items to meet creativity aspects as well as quality

standards, exhibit and utilize safe, secure, and

sanitary work procedures. The students will apply

principles of food science in cooking and baking

techniques, nutrition of menu planning, cooking,

and baking.

HMV0185 – Cook-Restaurant 2, 150 hours

Research career and advancement opportunities

in professional cooking and baking, follow food

identification, selection, purchasing, receiving,

storing, and inventory guidelines. Students will

practice advanced cooking and baking techniques

along with principals in cooking and baking.

Students will use oral and written communication

skills in creating and expressing information and

ideas.

HMV0171 – Head Cook/Lead Cook, 300 hours,

In this course the student will demonstrate fruit

and vegetables preparation, learn to identify types

of greens and their characteristics and prepare

them for salads; identify and select fruits, peel,

core, score, zest, section, puree, marinate,

preserve, glaze and juice for serving; create fruit

and vegetable garnishes, ice sculptures and

advanced center pieces. They will learn to prepare

foods for buffets such as sandwich fillings, sliced

meats, starchy salads, seafood cocktails, cheese

boards, canapés, hot and cold hors d’ oeuvres;

identify and select cheeses, milk, cream and

butter; store and handle fresh, frozen, and cooked

dairy products; prepare eggs using various

cooking methods; prepare white stock, brown

stock and fish stock; prepare roux and other

thickening agents; prepare Béchamel sauce,

Espagnole, Veloute, Hollandaise and mayonnaise;

cream soups, chowders, clear soups and bisque;

identify and prepare different types and cuts of

meats; prepare fish and seafood using various

cooking methods; identify and select baking and

dessert ingredients; prepare bakery goods and

various desserts.

HMV0126 – Food Service Management, 300

Hours

In this class the students will learn to demonstrate

management skills, develop a business plan,

utilize cost-control techniques to maximize

profitability, create and prepare menus for various

nutritional needs, compare and analyze the

relationship of nutrition to wellness, develop and

prepare menus for customers on special diets,

compare and analyze menus of food

establishments. The students must be able to

describe the importance of professional ethics and

legal responsibilities, comply with laws and

regulations specific to the food service and

hospitality industry, use information technology

tools. The students will interpret and incorporate

guidelines and policies for food service

establishments and demonstrate personal money

management concepts, procedures, and

strategies.

Human

Services

Cosmetology

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 1200-hour program. Training

and skills development in all areas of hair styling

include: hair cutting, perming, coloring and

relaxing; skin care, including the machine facial;

make-up application; sculptured nails; manicuring

and pedicuring; and salon management. Also

included are the rules, regulations and ethics of

practice according to Florida law.

This program is approved by the Florida State

Board of Cosmetology.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Licensure: Graduating students must pass the

State Board of Examination before being licensed

as a Cosmetologist by the Department of

Business and Professional Regulation.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3,456 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Hair stylist, facial specialist and

nail specialist.

2026-2027

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 24 college credits towards the Industrial

Management Technology A.S. degree.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

CSP0009 – Grooming & Salon Services,

Facials and Nails, 225 hours

Content provides instruction safety as related to

cosmetology. Employability skills,

entrepreneurship and all regulations and practices

according to Florida Law; nail structure and

disorders of the nails; proper selection and use of

equipment, implements, cosmetics and materials

in manicures and pedicures; techniques in nail

wrapping and sculptured nails. Content also

includes facial skills, corrective facials, applying

makeup and hair removal.

COS0002 – Cosmetologist and Hairdresser (1

of 3), 300 hours

COS0003 – Cosmetologist and Hairdresser (2

of 3), 300 hours

COS0009 – Cosmetologist and Hairdresser (3

of 3), 375 hours

These courses provide instruction in fundamentals

of cosmetology, scalp and hair care, hair cutting,

hair styling, chemical hair restructuring, hair color

and techniques, wigs and extensions, and salon

management.

Facials Specialty

This hybrid program, located on the LTC main

campus, is a 220-hour program that includes skin

care, hair removal, make up, salon management

and rules and regulations according to Florida law.

Certification: Facials Specialty completers are

certified by the school and issued a certification

license by the Department of Business and

Professional Regulation.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$634 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Facials specialist and medical

esthetician under the supervision of a physician.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

CSP0266 – Facials Specialist, 220 hours

Content includes effects and purpose of giving a

facial and applying makeup. Also covered are

massage procedures and manipulative skills,

types of corrective facials and makeup and

cosmetic chemistry. Safety precautions are taught

in conjunction with all aspects of this course.

Nails Specialty

This hybrid program, located on the LTC main

campus, is a 180-hour program that includes

manicure/pedicure, artificial nails, salon

management and rules and regulations according

to Florida law.

Certification: Nails Specialty completers are

certified by the school and issued a certification

license by the Department of Business and

Professional Regulation.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$519 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Nails technician and

manicurist.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

2026-2027

CSP0016 – Manicure and Pedicure Specialist,

180 hours

Content includes nail structure and disorders of

the nails; proper selection and use of equipment,

implements, cosmetics and materials in giving a

plain manicure and pedicure; and preparation of

the manicure table. Practice of safety rules when

shaping nails and giving hand and arm massage

along with techniques in nail wrapping and

sculptured nails are included.

Information

Technology

Cloud Computing & Virtualization

This face-to-face program is a 900 hour program

that includes computer hardware, computer

software, Internet technologies, networking and

how to work with different cloud platforms and

virtualized machines.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$2,592 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Governmental agencies, city

municipalities, schools, hospitals and businesses.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

OTA0040 – Information Technology Assistant,

150 Hours

This course is designed to provide a basis of

current business and information systems and

trends and to introduce students to the basic skills

and foundations required for today’s business

environments. Emphasis is placed on developing

proficiency with touch keyboarding and

fundamental computer applications, so they may

be used as communication tools for enhancing

personal and workplace proficiency in an

information-based society.

EEV0504 – Computer Support Assistant, 150

Hours

This course covers most aspects of Information

Technology giving students a basic foundation

and understanding in each area. The areas

students will gain these skills are computer

hardware, computer software, Internet

technologies, networking, databases,

programming, information systems, cybersecurity,

and IT career preparation.

CTS0026 – Network Support Technician, 150

Hours

This course students will start working with Cloud

and Virtualization. Students will learn how to work

with different cloud platforms and virtualized

machines. Platforms include Amazon Web

Services, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.

They will learn about configurations, storage,

security, and troubleshooting issues.

CTS0054 – Cloud Analyst, 150 Hours

This course teaches students about the basics of

Amazon Web Services. They will learn about

some of the different cloud services used by

Amazon Web Services. They will also learn about

benefits to cloud and why many companies are

now using cloud. This will include how to do

pricing analysis to present data to their company,

which cloud services would be best to use for their

environment, and be able to manage those

services on the cloud.

CTS0056 – Cloud Virtualization Specialist, 300

Hours

This course will expand on the Cloud Analyst

course and teach students how to design and

move all of a company’s existing network

architecture to a cloud environment or create an

environment for a new company in the cloud. It

will give them tools needed to know how to project

what resource they need on their own and be able

to manage it so it meets both financial needs of a

company as well as their everyday expanding

business needs.

2026-2027

Computer System & Information

Technology (CSIT)

This face-to-face program is 900 hours and

located on the main campus. Content includes

preparing students to complete the CompTIA A+,

Network+, and Security+ industry certifications

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$2,592 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Governmental agencies, city

municipalities, schools, hospitals and businesses.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

CTS0082 – Computer Systems Technician, 300

hours

This course is designed to provide students with

the skills in troubleshooting, repair and

maintenance of operating systems and software,

networking, and installing, configuring and

troubleshooting personal computer hardware.

CTS0083 – Computer Network Technician, 150

hours

This course is designed to provide students with

skills in the operation of data networks, network

media and topologies, network management, and

Wireless Local Area Networks.

CTS0084 – Computer Network Specialist, 150

hours

This course is designed to provide students with

the skills to implement an IP addressing scheme

and specific IP services, configure, verify and

troubleshoot basic router operation, and identify

and mitigate security threats.

CTS0069 – Computer Security Technician, 300

hours

This course is designed to provide students with

skills in cybersecurity including identifying types of

malicious code and mitigating vulnerability and risk

and understanding methods of authentication.

Law, Public

Safety, and

Security

Basic Recruit Training Program for Florida

Correctional Officers and Florida Law

Enforcement Academy are programs designed to

teach a recruit the basic skills needed to become

a corrections officer or a police officer. After

successfully completing these programs, the

student is eligible for certification by the Florida

Criminal Justice Standards and Training

Commission as a corrections officer or police

officer. Special admission requirements may

apply. Training includes all phases as specified by

Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training

Commission for the Basic Recruit program.

Career development and in-service technical

training are offered for practicing public safety

personnel. Students must have a high school

diploma, the equivalent or a certificate of

completion, be a U.S. citizen and have no record

of felony conviction or conviction of a

misdemeanor of moral turpitude. Upon successful

completion of public safety training programs, the

student is required to take a state certification

exam for all disciplines.

Basic Recruit Training Program

for Florida Correctional Officers

This face-to-face 445-hour program, located at

LTC’s Institute of Public Safety, is designed to

prepare students for certification and employment

as correctional officers in county and state

correctional facilities. The student will learn the

basic skills necessary to perform the varied duties

as a correctional officer.

2026-2027

The program includes Florida law; weapons;

communications (oral, written and technical);

interpersonal skills; defensive tactics; medical

response; emergency preparation; and

correctional operations. The program stresses the

ethical awareness, physical fitness and

interpersonal skills needed for successful career

performance.

Florida Statutes require each Correctional Officer

to:

 Be at least 19 years of age. (LTC admits 18-

year-olds with the understanding that one

must be 19 in order to become a certified

CO.)

 Be a citizen of the United States.

 Be a high school graduate or have earned its

equivalent (GED).

 Not have been convicted of or pled guilty or

no contest to any felony or any misdemeanor

involving perjury, false statement or domestic

violence.

 Never have received a dishonorable

discharge from any of the Armed Forces of

the United States.

 Be of a good moral character.

 Possess a valid Florida driver license.

In addition to the Florida Statute requirements

listed above, LTC’s admission requirements

include a(n):

 Qualifying Basic Abilities Test (BAT) score.

 Completed LTC and program applications.

 Florida driving history.

 Obstacle Course.

 Individual interview.

 Pass a physical examination by a licensed

Florida physician.

 Pass a level II background check.

 Pass a drug screen analysis at the

designated laboratory.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Certification: Upon successful completion of this

program, the student will be allowed to sit for the

FDLE State Correctional Officer Certification

Exam. The certification is activated upon

employment.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$1,210 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Certified officers can be

employed at local, county and state facilities or

agencies.

Capstone Test Prep Class: The 24-hour Law

Enforcement Officer Capstone and the 12-hour

Correctional Officer test prep classes are for State

test preparation. Attendance and course

requirements are the same as Florida Law

Enforcement Academy and Basic Recruit Training

Program for Florida Correctional Officers

programs.

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 12 college credits towards the Criminal

Justice Technology A.S. degree.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

These courses are designed to prepare students

for the FDLE State Correctional Officer

Certification Exam and a career as a Correctional

Officer.

● CJK0301 – Introduction to Corrections, 32

hours

● CJK0355 – Legal for Correctional Officers,

22 hours

● CJK0306 – Communications for

Correctional Officers, 32 hours

● CJK0111 – Interviewing and Report Writing

in Corrections, 16 hours

● CJK0327 – Shift Management and Safety,

20 hours

● CJK0321 – Intake and Release, 16 hours

● CJK0324 – Supervising in a Correctional

Facility, 32 hours

● CJK0336 – Supervising Correctional

Populations, 25 hours

● CJK0336 – Incidents and Emergencies in

Correctional Facilities, 20 hours

● CJK0031 – First Aid for Criminal Justice

Officers, 40 hours

● CJK0040 – Criminal Justice Firearms, 80

hours

● CJK0051 – Criminal Justice Defensive

Tactics, 80 hours

● CJK0340 – Criminal Justice Officer

Physical Fitness Training – 30 hours

2026-2027

Crossover From Correctional

Officer to Law Enforcement

Officer

This face-to-face 518-hour program, located at

LTC’s Institute of Public Safety, is designed to

prepare a certified correctional officer to become

additionally certified as a law enforcement officer.

This dual certification is highly desirable in county

and state correctional facilities in order for

correctional officers to perform law enforcement

duties when called upon. The program includes

Florida law (state statutes peculiar to law

enforcement), patrol, traffic, investigations and

vehicle operations. Ethical awareness, physical

fitness and interpersonal skills are emphasized as

needed for successful job performance.

Florida Statutes require each correctional officer

to law enforcement officer to:

 Be at least 19 years of age. (LTC admits 18-

year-olds with the understanding that one

must be 19 in order to become a certified

LEO.)

 Be a citizen of the United States.

 Be a high school graduate or have earned its

equivalent (GED).

 Not have been convicted of or pled guilty or

no contest to any felony or any misdemeanor

involving perjury, false statement or domestic

violence.

 Never have received a dishonorable

discharge

from any of the Armed Forces of the United

States.

 Be of a good moral character.

 Pass a physical examination by a licensed

Florida physician.

 Pass a drug screen analysis at the

designated laboratory.

 Possess a valid Florida driver license.

In addition to the Florida Statute requirements

listed above, LTC’s admission requirements to the

Crossover CO to LEO program include:

 The applicant’s CJSTC Certificate of

Compliance for Law Enforcement.

 Qualifying BAT/Law Enforcement scores.

 A letter on agency letterhead stating

applicant’s employment record, background

investigation, and drug screening information.

 If not employed by an agency, the applicant

will provide a drug screening analysis and

background check.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Certification: Upon successful completion of this

program, the student will be allowed to sit for the

FDLE State Law Enforcement Officer Certification

Exam. The certification is activated upon

employment as a law enforcement officer.

Regulations do allow individuals to be

concurrently dual certified as correctional officers

and law enforcement officers.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$1,492 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Certified officers can be

employed at local, county and state facilities or

agencies.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

These courses are designed to prepare students

for the FDLE State Law Enforcement Officer

Certification Exam and a career in Law

Enforcement.

 CJK0002 – Introduction to Law

Enforcement, 12 hours

 CJK0016 – Communication, 24 hours

 CJK0018 – Legal, 64 hours

 CJK0019 – Interviewing and Report

Writing, 56 hours

 CJK0063 – Fundamentals of Patrol, 40

hours

 CJK0021 – Serving Your Community, 34

hours

 CJK0072 – Crimes Against Persons, 48

hours

2026-2027

 CJK0073 – Crimes Involving Property and

Society, 12 hours

 CJK0079 – Crime Scene Follow-up

Investigations, 34 hours

 CJK0400 – Traffic Incidents, 12 hours

 CJK0401 – Traffic Stops, 24 hours

 CJK0402 – Traffic Crash Investigations, 30

hours

 CJK0403 – DUI Traffic Stops, 24 hours

 CJK0093 – Critical Incidents, 44 hours

 CJK0393 – Cross-Over Program Updates,

8 hours

 CJK0020 – Law Enforcement Vehicle

Operations, 48 hours

 CJK0421 – Conducted Electrical

Weapon/Dart-Firing Stun Gun, 4 hours

Firefighter/Emergency Medical

Technician – Combined

See course information/details under the Health

Science Education section, page 45, of this

catalog.

Florida Law Enforcement

Academy

This face-to -face 770-hour program, located at

LTC’s Institute of Public Safety, is designed to

prepare students for certification and employment

as law enforcement officers in municipal, county

and state law enforcement agencies. The student

will learn the basic skills necessary to perform the

varied duties as a law enforcement officer as set

forth in the Florida Department of Law

Enforcement, Criminal Justice Standards and

Training Commission curriculum in accordance

with Florida Statutes. The program stresses the

ethical awareness, physical fitness and

interpersonal skills needed for successful career

performance.

To apply for admissions, each applicant must:

 Be at least 19 years of age. (LTC admits 18-

year-olds with the understanding that one

must be 19 in order to become a certified

LEO.)

 Be a citizen of the United States.

 Be a high school graduate or have earned its

equivalent (GED).

 Not have been convicted of or pled guilty or

no contest to any felony or any misdemeanor

involving perjury, false statement or domestic

violence.

 Never have received a dishonorable

discharge from any of the Armed Forces of

the United States.

 Be of a good moral character.

 Possess a valid Florida driver license.

 In addition to the Florida Statute requirements

listed above, LTC’s admission requirements

include a(n):

 Qualifying Basic Abilities Test (BAT) score.

Any candidate wishing to enter a law

enforcement academy that either (i) is a

veteran as classified in section 1.01(14), F.S.,

or (ii) holds an associate degree or higher

from an accredited college or university is not

required to take the Law Enforcement Basic

Abilities Test. Please note that veteran is

defined as being honorably discharged from

military service. No other discharge

classifications qualify.

 Completed LTC application.

 Florida driving history.

 Obstacle Course.

 Individual interview.

 Pass a physical examination by a licensed

Florida physician.

 Pass a drug screen analysis at the

designated laboratory.

 Pass a Level II background check

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Certification: Upon successful completion of this

program, the student will be allowed to sit for the

FDLE State Law Enforcement Officer Certification

2026-2027

Exam. The certification is activated upon

employment.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$2,218 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Certified officers can be

employed at local, county and state facilities or

agencies.

Capstone Test Prep Class: The 24-hour Law

Enforcement Officer Capstone and the 12-hour

Correctional Officer test prep classes are for State

test preparation. Attendance and course

requirements are the same as Florida Law

Enforcement Academy and Basic Recruit Training

Program for Florida Correctional Officers

programs.

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 27 college credits towards the Criminal

Justice Technology A.S. degree.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

These courses are designed to prepare students

for the FDLE State Law Enforcement Officer

Certification Exam and a career in Law

Enforcement.

 CJK0002 – Introduction to Law

Enforcement, 12 hours

 CJK0016 – Communication, 24 hours

 CJK0018 – Legal, 64 hours

 CJK0019 – Interviewing and Report

Writing, 56 hours

 CJK0063 – Fundamentals of Patrol, 40

hours

 CJK0021 – Serving Your Community, 34

hours

 CJK0072 – Crimes Against Persons, 48

hours

 CJK0073 – Crimes Involving Property and

Society, 12 hours

 CJK0079 – Crime Scene Follow-up

Investigations, 34 hours

 CJK0400 – Traffic Incidents, 12 hours

 CJK0401 –Traffic Stops, 24 hours

 CJK0402 – Traffic Crash Investigations, 30

hours

 CJK0403 – DUI Traffic Stops, 24 hours

 CJK0093 – Critical Incidents, 44 hours

 CJK0020 – Law Enforcement Vehicle

Operations, 48 hours

 CJK0031 – First Aid for Criminal Justice

Officers, 40 hours

 CJK0040 – Criminal Justice Firearms, 80

hours

 CJK0051 – Criminal Justice Defensive

Tactics, 80 hours

 CJK0421 – Conducted Electrical

Weapon/Dart-Firing Stun Gun, 4 hours

 CJK0096 – Criminal Justice Officer

Physical Fitness Training/Law

Enforcement, 60 hours

Public Safety Telecommunication

This hybrid program, located at LTC’s Institute of

Public Safety, is a 232-hour program designed to

prepare students for employment at a dispatcher:

police, fire, and ambulance. The content includes,

but is not limited to, ethics and the role of the

telecommunicator; standard telecommunication

operating procedures; relationship to field

personnel; understanding of command levels;

typical layouts of message centers; use of

performance aids; overview of emergency

agencies; functions and terminology; use of

correct words and grammar; communications

equipment, functions and terminology; types of

telecommunication equipment; malfunctions and

maintenance agreements; proper and correct

telephone and dispatching procedures and

techniques; cooperation and reciprocal

agreements with other agencies; federal, state,

and local communication rules; emergency

situations and operating procedures; emergency

medical dispatch procedures; employability skills;

leadership and human relations skills; and health.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$669 plus books and fees.

2026-2027

Job Opportunities: Dispatcher for police, fire, and

ambulance.

Students graduating this program are eligible to sit

for the state licensing/certification exam.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following course must be successfully completed.

EMS0002 – Dispatcher: Police, Fire, and

Ambulance, 232 hours

This course provides instruction in understanding

the roles/duties of a public safety

telecommunicator, explaining how criminal and

civil law affects telecommunication operations,

understanding the various types of

telecommunication equipment, and understanding

the basic principles and components of

emergency police, fire and medical services.

Criminal Justice Review Classes

These offerings are not accredited by the Council

on Occupational Education and do not qualify for

Title IV financial aid assistance.

Corrections Comparative Compliance Review

Course

This 52-hour review class is for Florida individuals

needing recertification and out-of-state officers to

be Florida certified. Successful completion of the

review class prepares the individual to sit for the

Florida State Officer Certification exam. This class

is available only for those individuals who have

been approved for the Equivalency of Training

and who have been issued the CJSTC Form 76.

This form is issued by a criminal justice employing

agency or an assessment center after verification

that the individual has met the training and

experience requirements.

Scheduled dates are tentative and subject to

change. All fees are subject to change.

Estimated expenses: Registration fee is

approximately $690 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Certified officers can be

employed at local, county, and state facilities or

agencies.

Law Enforcement Comparative Compliance

Review Course

This 64-hour review class is for Florida individuals

needing recertification and out-of-state officers to

be Florida certified. Successful completion of the

review class prepares the individual to sit for the

Florida State Officer Certification exam. This class

is available only for those individuals who have

been approved for the Equivalency of Training

and who have been issued the CJSTC Form 76.

This form is issued by a criminal justice employing

agency or an assessment center after verification

that the individual has met the training and

experience requirements.

Scheduled dates are tentative and subject to

change. All fees are subject to change.

Estimated expenses: Registration fee is

approximately $910 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Certified officers can be

employed at local, county, and state facilities or

agencies.

Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing and

Production Technology

This face-to-face 600-hour program is located on

the LTC main campus. There is a focus on the

study of automation technology, its application in

manufacturing, engineering and robotics, and its

effect upon our lives and the choosing of an

occupation. The content and activities will also

include the study of enterprise systems, safety,

quality, and leadership skills.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$1728 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Production plants, precision

manufacturing, transportation and aeronautical

industry.

Students graduating this program are eligible to sit

for the state licensing/certification exam.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

2026-2027

ETI0400 – Entry-Level Production Worker, 150

hours

This course allows students to gain an

understanding of technology and the concept of

Design for Manufacturing, study workplace safety

and workplace organization, workplace

communication skills, and basic machine

operation.

ETI0431 – Production Quality and Assurance,

150 hours

This course emphasizes beginning skills key to

the success of working in the manufacturing

industry. Students study how to accurately read

and interpret blueprints and schematics; graphic

design and computer-aided drawing; quality

assurance methods and quality control concepts;

use of precision measurement tools and

instruments; and understanding modern business

practices.

ETI0432 – Manufacturing and Production

Processes, 150 hours

This course emphasizes beginning skills key to

the success of working in the manufacturing

industry. Students study how to select production

processes; computer-aided manufacturing and

flexible manufacturing planning; produce a

product via a master project; manual milling

machines, computer-numeric-control machines,

and welding systems; and robotic systems used in

manufacturing.

ETI0453 – Manufacturing and Production

Maintenance, 150 hours

This course provides students with the

opportunities to study mechanisms; AC/DC

electrical control; programmable logic control; fluid

power; maintenance of technological systems;

and exploration of employability and career

opportunities.

Aluminum Welding and

Fabrication

This face-to-face 360-hour program is located on

the LTC main campus. The program prepares

students for entry-level jobs in manufacturing.

Students learn industrial and manufacturing

processes in aluminum welding.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$1037 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Manufacturing, welding repair

shops, aerospace, construction, and

transportation.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

PMT0710 – Aluminum Welding and Fabrication

1, 150 hours

This course provides students with an

understanding or workplace safety and

organization, identifying aluminum and its

properties, basic knowledge of drawings, and

basic cutting/shearing.

PMT0711 – Aluminum Welding and Fabrication

2, 210 hours

This course emphasizes demonstration of

cutting/shearing aluminum, understanding of gas

tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and applying visual

examination skills.

CNC Production Specialist

This face-to-face 600-hour program is located on

the LTC main campus. The program prepares

students for entry into the CNC machining

industry. Students study workplace safety and

organization, job-related mathematics, basic

blueprint information, metrology, the history of

manufacturing and primary and secondary

manufacturing processes, geometric dimension

and tolerance, set up and operation of drill

presses, CNC control panels, CNC machine

systems, CNC lathe and mill operations, and

maintenance and troubleshooting.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$1728 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Production plants, precision

manufacturing, transportation and aeronautical

industry.

Students graduating this program are eligible to sit

for the state licensing/certification exam.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

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PMT0026 – CNC Production Technician 1, 300

hours

This course prepares students for entry into the

CNC machining industry. Students explore career

opportunities and requirements of a CNC

production specialist. Content emphasizes

beginning skills key to the success of working in

the CNC machining industry. Students study

workplace safety and organization, job-related

mathematics, basic blueprint information,

metrology, the history of manufacturing and

primary and secondary manufacturing processes,

geometric dimension and tolerance, set up and

operation of drill presses, CNC control panels,

CNC machine systems, CNC lathe and mill

operations, and maintenance and troubleshooting.

PMT0027 – CNC Production Technician 2, 300

hours

This course is designed to build on the skills and

knowledge students learned in the CNC

Production Technician 1 for entry into the

machining industry. Students explore the

importance of employability and entrepreneurship

skills, leadership and teamwork skills; solve

problems using critical thinking, creativity and

innovation; demonstrate inspection methods, the

techniques of CNC milling, perform advanced set

up and operation of a CNC mill and lathe

machine, and demonstrate basic computer-aided

design/computer-aided manufacturing processes.

Industrial Machinery

Maintenance 1

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 750-hour program that provides

training in basic electricity, use of hand and power

tools, blueprint reading, performing rigging

functions, basic pneumatics, fluid-drive systems,

various air compressors, conveyor maintenance,

gas and arc welding, pump maintenance and

various types of industrial-pollution control

systems.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$2160 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Power plants, manufacturing

businesses, aviation and transportation

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

ETI0450 – Industrial Machinery Maintenance

Assistant, 450 hours

The content includes shop safety rules and

procedures, safety in fire, electrical, tool usage,

ladder and scaffolding. The student will study

basic electricity, use and maintain hand tools, and

use and maintain power tools. Blueprint reading

and layout operations will be covered. Students

will perform rigging operations, handle and apply

lubricants, install and maintain drive components,

troubleshoot pneumatic systems, fluid-drive

systems, and various air compressors.

ETI0456 – Machinery Maintenance Mechanic,

300 hours

This course focuses on gas and electric welding

techniques, install and remove machinery,

conveyor maintenance, gas and arc welding

procedures, maintenance of piping and tubing

systems, pump maintenance, industrial-pollution

control systems, and internal combustion engines.

Welding Technology

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 1050-hour program that

provides training in basic and advanced arc,

oxyacetylene and pipe welding to construct, erect,

install and repair all types of metal fabrication,

machine frames, pipelines and pressure tanks.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$3,024 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Power plants, welding repair

shops, bridges, boats, hyperbaric (underwater)

welding, aviation and transportation.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 24 college credits towards the Industrial

Management Technology A.S. degree.

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To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

PMT0070 – Welder Assistant 1, 150 hours

The content of this course provides introduction to

welding skills including safety, organization,

communication, leadership, manufacturing

processes, measuring, use of tools and

equipment; also, cutting, finishing, bending, drilling

and punching operations will be introduced.

PMT0071 – Welder Assistant 2, 150 hours

The content of this course includes use of drawing

and interpreting welding symbols, apply

intermediate oxyfuel gas cutting principles,

demonstrate plasma arc cutting principles,

shielding metal arc equipment, safety, setting up

SMAW equipment, preparing of materials for

welding and types of electrodes. It also includes

instruction on welding multiple joints in all

positions, the guided bend test and cutting with air

arc equipment.

PMT0072 – Welder, SMAW 1, 150 hours

This course content covers safety requirements,

setting up SMAW equipment and preparing

materials for welding joints in all positions, Carbon

Arc Gouging (GAC) principles and practices.

PMT0073 – Welder, SMAW 2, 150 hours

This course content includes safety requirements,

setting up SMAW equipment and preparing

materials for welding as a shielded metal arc

welder. Students will also study employability

skills and welding careers.

PMT0074 – Welder, 450 hours

This course content covers instruction in safety,

setting up Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

equipment, basic and intermediate Flux-Core Arc

Welding (FCAW), basic and intermediate Gas

Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and a basic

understanding of pipe welding. Lab activities

include research, measurement, problem solving,

emerging technologies, tools and equipment and

well as quality and safety procedures.

Welding Technology – Advanced

This face-to-face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 750 hour program that provides

advanced skills key to the success of working in

the welding industry.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$2160 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Power plants, welding repair

shops, bridges, boats, hyperbaric (underwater)

welding, aviation and transportation.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

PMT0075 – Advanced Welder 1 – 600 hours

PMT0076 – Advanced Welder 2 – 150 hours

These courses include intermediate and advanced

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) B-Class

Welder, pipe fitting fabrication techniques, and

advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

skills.

Transportation,

Distribution,

and Logistics

Automotive Collision Technology

Technician

This face-to -face program, located on the LTC

main campus, is a 1400-hour program that utilizes

classroom and hands-on learning activities to train

individuals in all aspects of automotive collision

damage repair. Skills taught include metal

straightening, plastic repair, panel and structural

component replacement, use of mechanical and

laser measuring systems, hydraulic straightening

equipment and MIG welding. Refinishing training

consists of proper spray gun handling techniques,

surface preparation and application of paint

products for repairs ranging from overall

refinishing to minor spot repairs, including base

coat and clear coat finishes. This program is

NATEF certified. The faculty are PPG, DuPont,

Chief and I-CAR certified.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition is approximately

$4,032 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Body tech, painter tech, frame

tech, service writer estimator, insurance appraiser,

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paint supply rep, shop manager, auto body parts

manager, and auto body instructor.

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 24 college credits towards the Industrial

Management Technology A.S. degree.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

ARR0140 – Automotive collision Repair and

Refinishing Helper/Assistant, 150 hours

This course includes: beginning skills and

concepts as a recommended requisite. Students

study equipment skills, safety regulations, routine

maintenance, and customer service.

ARR0141 – Automotive Collision Refinishing

Technician, 450 hours

This course includes safety precautions; surface

preparation; spray gun and related equipment

operation; paint mixing, matching and applying;

paint defects (causes and cures); and final

detailing.

ARR0312 – Non-Structural Damage Repair

Technician, 300 hours

This course includes: safety; preparation; outer

body panel repairs, replacements, and

adjustments; metal finishing and body filling;

movable glass and hardware; plastics and

adhesives; electrical; and brakes.

ARR0022 – Damage Analysis and Estimating,

75 hours

This course includes: damage analysis;

estimating; vehicle construction and parts

identification; and customer relations and sales

skills.

ARR0112 – Automotive Collision Welding,

Cutting, and Joining, 75 hours

This course includes: basic welding skills

specifically related to automotive collision and

repair; safety precautions; metal welding, cutting,

and joining.

ARR0295 – Structural Damage Repair

Technician, 350 hours

This course includes: frame inspection and repair;

unibody and unitized structure inspection,

measurement, and repair; fixed glass; steering

and suspension; heating and air conditioning;

cooling systems; drive train; fuel, intake and

exhaust systems; and restraint systems.

Diesel Systems Technician 1 & 2

These face-to-face programs, located at the

Transportation Innovation Hub in Tavares, are

1050 and 750 hour programs, respectively, and

are designed to prepare students for entry-level

positions in the heavy duty truck and bus/diesel

field. These programs teach students how to

diagnose and repair diesel engines and electrical

systems; recondition diesel fuel injection systems;

overhaul diesel engines; and perform diesel

engine preventive maintenance. In addition, the

programs include training in communication,

leadership, human relations and employability

skills; and safe efficient work practices.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition for Diesel Systems

Technician 1 is approximately $3,024 plus books

and fees. Tuition for Diesel Systems Technician 2

is approximately $2,160 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Diesel shops, trucking

companies, heavy equipment dealers, military,

and marine or generator mechanic shops.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

2026-2027

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 24 college credits towards the Industrial

Management Technology A.S. degree.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

Diesel Systems Technician 1

DIM0101 – Diesel Engine Mechanic/Technician

Helper, 150 hours

This course provides hands-on instruction and

lecture in heavy equipment and diesel engine

fundamentals.

DIM0102 – Diesel Electrical and Electronics

Technician, 300 hours

Course content includes lectures, demonstrations

and hands-on engine teardowns. Precision

measuring tools are introduced for engine

component inspection. Study includes electrical

systems diagnosis and repair.

DIM0104 – Diesel Engine Technician, 300

hours

This course includes instruction on diagnosis and

repair of the following: cylinder head and valve

train, engine block, lubrication systems, cooling

system, air induction and exhaust systems, fuel

system and engine brakes.

DIM0105 – Diesel Brakes Technician, 300

hours

This course is designed to prepare the student for

employment as a brake systems technician with

an understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, anti-

lock and air brake systems.

Diesel Systems Technician 2

DIM0103 – Diesel Engine Preventative

Maintenance Technician, 150 hours

This course includes content designed to teach

students to perform engine preventative

maintenance including oil analysis and

requirements for components and systems

according to manufacturer specifications.

DIM0106 – Diesel Heating and Air Conditioning

Technician, 150 hours

This course provides instruction on how to

maintain and repair air-conditioning and heating

systems, including how to identify basic heating

and air-conditioning components and different

types of refrigerants; inspect and pressure test

basic air-conditioning systems; replace

compressor belts; service AC electrical circuits;

and remove and replace blower motors, heater

cores, control units and cables.

DIM0107 – Diesel Steering and Suspension

Technician, 150 hours

This course provides instruction on how to

maintain, troubleshoot and repair steering and

suspension systems including conventional

steering systems, hydraulic steering systems,

rear-axle suspensions, front-axle suspensions and

fifth wheels; service wheels, bearings, hubs and

seals; service tires; and align tractors and trailers.

DIM0108 – Diesel Drive Train Technician, 150

hours

This course is designed to prepare the student for

employment as a drive train technician with an

understanding of drive train configurations and

components and function.

DIM0109 – Diesel Hydraulics Technician, 150

hours

This course includes instruction on how to

troubleshoot hydraulic circuits using test

equipment; maintain hydraulic fluids, filters, lines

and reservoirs; and recondition hydraulic pumps

and motors, control valves, hydraulic cylinders

and hydraulic accessories.

Master Automotive Service

Technology 1 and 2

These face-to-face programs, located at the

Transportation Innovation Hub in Tavares, are

1050 and 750 hour programs, respectively,

designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs

in the automotive field. Students learn automobile

diagnosis, repair and maintenance and focus on

electronically-controlled systems.

For more detailed information see the program

Master Plan of Instruction available online at

www.laketech.org.

Estimated Expenses: Tuition for Master

Automotive Service Technology 1 is

approximately $3,024 plus books and fees. Tuition

for Master Automotive Service Technology 2 is

approximately $2,160 plus books and fees.

Job Opportunities: Technician, parts counter,

service writer and lube technician.

Students completing fifty (50) percent or more of

the competencies are eligible to sit for industry

certification exams related to the program.

2026-2027

An articulation agreement with Lake Sumter State

College allows students completing this program

to receive 24 college credits towards the Industrial

Management Technology A.S. degree.

To qualify for a Certificate of Completion, the

following courses must be successfully completed.

Master Automotive Service Technology 1

AER0014 – Automotive Services Assistor, 300

hours

Students will learn automotive safety, math skills,

basic science, employability skills, communication,

entrepreneurship, workplace behavior, routing

maintenance wiring diagrams, electrical circuits,

battery tests and services, charging systems test,

multimeter (DMM) readings, fuel tank inspection

and replacement, line fittings, hoses and valve

adjustment.

AER0418 – Automotive Brake System

Technician, 150 hours

This course provides training in the operation and

servicing of automotive brake systems, drum

brake diagnosis and repair, disc brake diagnosis

and repair, power assist units diagnosis and

repair, miscellaneous (wheel bearings, parking

brakes, electrical, etc.) diagnosis and repair and

anti-lock brake systems.

AER0453 – Automotive Suspension and

Steering Technician, 150 hours

This course provides training in the operation of

steering, suspension and wheel systems;

suspension systems diagnosis and repair; front

suspensions; rear suspensions; miscellaneous

service; wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment

and repair; and wheel and tire diagnosis and

repair.

AER0360 – Automotive Electrical/Electronic

System Technician, 300 hours

This course provides training in trouble-shooting

electrical/electronic components, battery diagnosis

and service, starting system diagnosis and repair,

lighting systems diagnosis and repair, gauges,

warning devices, driver information systems, horn

and wiper/washer diagnosis and repair and

accessories diagnosis and repair.

AER0110 – Engine Repair Technician, 150

hours

Students will learn engine theory and repair,

cylinder head and valve train diagnosis, block

diagnosis and repair and lubrication and cooling

systems.

Master Automotive Service Technology 2

AER0503 – Automotive Engine Performance

Technician, 300 hours

Students will demonstrate proficiency in engine

performance services, computerized engine

controls diagnosis and repair, ignition system

diagnosis and repair, emissions control systems

diagnosis and repair, exhaust gas recirculation,

exhaust gas treatment, intake air temperature

controls, early fuel evaporation, evaporative

emissions controls and engine-related services.

AER0257 – Automotive Transmission and

Transaxle Technician, 150 hours

Students will service automatic

transmission/transaxle; learn transmission/

transaxle maintenance and adjustment; in-vehicle

transmission and transaxle repair; off-vehicle

transmission/transaxle repair (removal,

disassembly and reinstallation); oil pump and

converter; gear train; shaft bushings and case;

and friction and reaction units.

AER0274 – Manual Drive Train and Axle

Technician, 150 hours

Students will learn operation and assembly of

manual drive transmission/transaxle; trans-

mission diagnosis and repair; drive shaft,

universal and constant-velocity joint diagnosis and

repair; rear axle diagnosis and repair; ring and

pinion gears and differential case assembly;

limited slip differential; and axle shaft.

AER0172 – Automotive Heating and A/C

Technician, 150 hours

This course provides training in heating; air

conditioning; engine cooling; refrigeration systems

diagnosis and repair; compressor and clutch;

evaporator; receiver/drier; condenser; heating and

engine cooling systems diagnosis and repair;

operating systems and related controls diagnosis

and repair; vacuum/ mechanical controls;

automatic and semi-automatic temperature

controls; and refrigerant recovery, recycling and

handling.

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FULL-TIME FACULTY/LEADERSHIP

Faculty Member Subject Area Certification/License

Years of

Industry

Experience

Austin, Nicole

Professional Culinary Arts &

Hospitality

Vocational Certification / CCC 32

Avelli, Colleen Adult Education

Bachelor’s Degree / State University of New

York

Bagg, Stephen

Heating, Ventilation, Air-

Conditioning/Refrigeration

(HVAC/R) 1

Vocational Certification 30

Bain, Stephanie Practical Nursing Master’s Degree / Liberty University 26

Basden, Scott

Industrial Machinery

Maintenance

Associate Degree/Purdue University 36

Blanchard, Keith EMS Clinical Coordinator

Associate Degree / Lake Sumter State

College

Burt, Danielle Veterinary Assisting Master’s Degree / Becker College 17

Carlson, Tyler Welding Technology Vocational Certificate 12

Correa, Charity Cosmetology Vocational Certification 23

Coy, Katherine Director of Financial Aid Local Certification 13

Dahler, John Welding Technology Vocational Certification 32

DiNella, Amy Director of Finance Master’s Degree / Capella University 25

Dover, Patrick Diesel Systems Technician 1 & 2

Vocational Certification 41

Elkins, Stanley (Ponch)

Master Automotive Service

Technology 1 & 2

ASE Master Technician in Automotive and

Med/Heavy Duty; EVT Master Fire

Technician; EVT Law Enforcement; EVT

Driver/Operator Inspection Technician; EVT

Management Level 1 & 2

Frazier, Kimberly Associate Vice President Master’s Degree / National University 21

Gardin, Andre

Automotive Collision Technology

Technician

Vocational Certification, I-CAR, NATEF,

CHIEF, PPG. ASE

Hampton, Debra Patient Care Technician

Associate Degree / Cape Cod Community

College

Harper, Eric

Firefighter/Emergency Medical

Technician – Combined, and

EMS Director

Bachelor’s Degree / Columbia Southern

University

Hayes, Samantha Dean of Student Services Bachelor’s Degree / Walden University 11

Hefley, Tonya Vice President of Operations Master’s Degree / University of South Florida

Holcomb, Bonnie Special Populations Coordinator Master’s Degree / Columbia College 25

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FULL-TIME FACULTY/LEADERSHIP – CONTINUED

Faculty Member Subject Area Certification/License

Years of

Industry

Experience

Houseman, Ashley

Professional Culinary Arts &

Hospitality

Associate’s Degree/ Le Cordon Bleu 21

Johnson, Chase Welding Technology Vocational Certification 13

Knox, Kim

Student Retention and Career

Dual Enrollment Specialist

Master’s Degree / University of Central

Florida

Koenig, Kenneth

Professional Culinary Arts &

Hospitality

Vocational Certification / CCC, CEC 43

Lindamood, Sherie Student Success Counselor Doctorate Degree / Ohio State University 43

Linginfelter, Harold CNC Production Specialist Vocational Certification 28

Linton, Annamaria Practical Nursing Associate Degree / Herzing University 21

Madden, Brandi Paramedic

Bachelor’s Degree / University of South

Florida

Marquez, Diana Senior Administrator Master’s Degree / University of Georgia 25

McPherson, Michael

Master Automotive Service

Technology 1 & 2

ASE A1, ASE A4, ASE A5, ASE A7 20

Owens, Dyneice Pharmacy Technician Associate Degree / Valencia State College 9

Padala, Vikram

Cloud Computing &

Virtualization

Master’s Degree / University of Tampa 4

Phillips, James Medical Assisting Bachelor’s Degree / Florida State University 40

Quesada, Eloy

Heating, Ventilation, Air-

Conditioning/Refrigeration

(HVAC/R) 1

Associate Degree/Miami Dade College 28

Rednour, Christopher

Automotive Collision Technology

Technician

Vocational Certification, I-CAR 12

Roberts, Katherine Adult Education Master’s Degree / University of South Florida

Rosenglick, Sonya Business Technology

Master’s Degree / Nova Southeastern

University

Segreto, Anthony Adult Education Coordinator

Master’s Degree / University of Central

Florida

Sherwood, Robert Welding Technology Vocational Certification 34

Smith, Catherine Practical Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree / Lake Sumter State

College

Smith, Karen Adult Education Bachelor’s Degree / University of Michigan 8

Stephan, Melissa

Vice President of Academic

Affairs

Master's Degree / Stetson University 37

Thomas, DeAnna President Master’s Degree / University of South Florida

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FULL-TIME FACULTY/LEADERSHIP – CONTINUED

Faculty Member Subject Area Certification/License

Years of

Industry

Experience

Vargas, Noel

Advanced Manufacturing and

Production Technology

Bachelor's Degree/Herzing University 16

Veri, Jennifer Paramedic Master’s Degree/Seton Hill University 17

Whalen, Tonia Cosmetology Vocational Certification 27

Woodard, Lisa

Accounting Operations /

Administrative Office Specialist

Bachelor’s Degree/ Palm Beach State

College

Yates, Randy Diesel Systems Technician 1 & 2

Vocational Certification 38

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PART-TIME FACULTY

Baking and Pastry Arts

TBD Vocational Certification

Cosmetology / Facials Specialty / Nails Specialty

Kaitlin Cothern Vocational Certification Patricia Hurst Vocational Certification

Emergency Medical Technician / Paramedic

Burkholder, Jordan

Associate Degree / Lake

Sumter State College

Jackson, David

Bachelor’s Degree / Columbia

Southern University

Clark, David Vocational Certification Kieffer, Carston

Associate Degree / Keiser

University

Didier, Christopher

Associate Degree / Valencia

Community College

Lauretta, Kristen

Associate Degree / Seminole

State College

Escobar, Jaime Vocational Certification LaVrusky, Ryan

Bachelor’s Degree / California

University

Fisher, Jason Vocational Certification Newsome, Danny

Associate Degree / Lake Sumter

State College

Hewling, Trelycia

Associate Degree / Palm

Beach State College

Firefighter

Donaldson, Jerry Vocational Certification Longest, Matthew

Bachelor’s Degree / Waldorf

University

Gegelman, Cameron Vocational Certification Massicotte, Timothy Vocational Certification

Hess, Scott

Associate Degree / Columbia

Southern University

Mauldin, Dylan Vocational Certification

Jones, Nicholas

Associate Degree / Lake

Sumter State College

Murphy, Christopher Vocational Certification

Kidd, Mark

Associate Degree / Columbia

Southern University

Warren, Micah Vocational Certification

Liles, Robert

Associate Degree / Columbia

Southern University

Willis, Michael

Associate Degree / College of

Central Florida

Basic Recruit Training Program for Florida Correctional Officers / Florida Law

Enforcement Academy/ Public Safety Telecommunication

Anderson, Sammy Bachelor’s Degree / Columbia

Southern University

Chessher, Sandra Vocational Certification

Bond, Michael Master’s Degree / University

of Louisville

Danbro, Nick Vocational Certification

Bowden, Matthew Vocational Certification Drummond, Joshua Vocational Certification

Brown, Rodney Vocational Certification Faust, Josh Vocational Certification

Carter, Elwood Associate Degree / Daytona

State College

Hart, Robert Master’s Degree / St. Leo

University

Causey, David Bachelor’s Degree /

University of Central Florida

Hoagland, Walter Master’s Degree / Columbia

College

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PART-TIME FACULTY – CONTINUED

Basic Recruit Training Program for Florida Correctional Officers / Florida Law

Enforcement Academy/ Public Safety Telecommunication - Continued

Krottenberg, Corey Vocational Certification Sink, Carson Bachelor’s Degree / Vincennes

University

McConnell, James Bachelor’s Degree /

Stamford Hill University

Stone, Kelly Bachelor’s Degree / Columbia

Southern University

Pitcher, Jr., Daryl Vocational Certification Vasquez, Kristina Vocational Certification

Reasoner, Deborah Vocational Certification Walsh, Shannon Master’s Degree / Columbia

Southern University

Reed, Bill Associate Degree /

Vincennes University

Williams, Zach Vocational Certification

Sadowski, Brian Vocational Certification

Patient Care Technician / Phlebotomy / Practical Nursing / Pharmacy Technician

Crawford, Stephanie Bachelor’s Degree / Western

Governors University

Sookdeo, Darsani Master’s Degree / Strayer

University

Eldridge, Jessica Bachelor’s Degree / Lake

Sumter State College

Tsirnikas-Wilson,

Chaci

Bachelor’s Degree / Lake

Sumter State College

Fanelli, Jenna Associate Degree / Ohio

University

Valente, Jessica Doctorate of Nursing / University

of Tampa

Knight, Kim Master’s Degree / Central

Michigan University

Ventura, Amanda Associate Degree / Lake Sumter

State College

Puskas, Melissa Bachelor’s Degree /

University of Central Florida

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Main Campus

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Map of Instructional Service Center

Lake Technical College – Clermont

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Map of Instructional Service Center

Lake Technical College – Lake County Animal Shelter

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Lake Technical College – Transportation Innovation Hub

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Lake Technical College – South

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INDEX

Academic Integrity, 29

Academic Overview, 2

Academic Probation, 31

Acceptable Dress, 31

Accounting Operations, 43

Accreditation, 2

Administrative Office Specialist, 43

Admissions/Registration, 4

Adult Education Programs, 9

Advanced Manufacturing and Production Technology,

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 41

Aluminum Welding and Fabrication, 63

Appeals Process and Grievance Procedure, 24

Architecture and Construction, 41

Articulations, 34

Attendance Policy, 33

Automotive Collision Technology Technician, 65

Baking and Pastry Arts, 52

Basic Recruit Training Program for Florida Correctional

Officers, 57

Bookstore, 34

Bullying and Other Forms of Aggression, 28

Business Management and Administration, 43

Campus Safety, 20

Career Advisors, 12

Career and Technical Education, 4

Career Dual Enrollment, 7

Children on Campus, 30

Cloud Computing & Virtualization, 56

CNC Production Specialist, 63

Code of Student Conduct, 28

Computer Systems & Information Technology (CSIT),

Controlled Substances (Alcohol, Drugs, Illegal

Substances, Tobacco), 22

Corporate and Community Training, 8

Cosmetology, 54

Criminal Justice Review Classes, 62

Crisis Protocol, 20

Crossover From Correctional Officer to Law

Enforcement Officer, 59

Diesel Systems Technician 1 and 2, 66

Directory Information, 25

Disability Accommodations, 12

Electricity, 41

Emergency Medical Technician (ATD), 44

Facials Specialty, 55

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 24

Fees and Tuition, 34

Financial Aid, 13

Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician –

Combined, 45

Florida Law Enforcement Academy, 60

Foreign and International Diplomas/Degrees, 10

Full-Time Faculty/Leadership, 69

GED Testing Service, 10

General Information, 34

Governance, 1

Grading System, 36

Graduation, 11

Harassment, 23

Health Science, 44

Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration

(HVAC/R) 1, 42

Honors Recognitions, 12

Hospitality and Tourism, 52

Human Services, 54

Industrial Machinery Maintenance 1, 64

Information Technology, 56

Information to Which a Student May Not Have Access,

Institute of Public Safety Extension Campus

Telephone Extensions, 81

Insurance, 36

Internet Use Policy, 32

Job Placement Assistance, 36

Law, Public Safety, and Security, 57

Leaving Campus, 37

2026-2027

Main Campus & IPS Telephone Extensions, 81

Manufacturing, 62

Map Main Campus. 74

Map Institute of Public Safety, Extension Campus, 76

Map Lake Technical College – Clermont, 77

Map Lake Technical College – Lake County Animal

Shelter, 78

Map Lake Technical College – Transportation

Innovation Hub, 79

Map Lake Technical College – South, 80

Master Automotive Service Technology 1 and 2, 67

Medical Assisting, 46

Minimum Technical Requirements to Take Online

Courses, 37

Mission, 1

Monies Owed Policy, 37

Nails Specialty, 55

Notification of Compliance, 19

Notification of Risk, 26

Nursing Assistant, 47

Paramedic (ATD), 48

Part-Time Faculty, 72

Patient Care Technician, 49

Pharmacy Technician, 50

Philosophy, 2

Phlebotomy, 51

Policies and General Information, 19

Practical Nursing, 51

Preventing & Responding to Sex Assault, Domestic

Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking, 22

Program and Course Descriptions, Career and

Technical Education, 41

Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality, 53

Progress Reports, 36

Public Safety Information Act 1997, 23

Public Safety Telecommunication, 61

Refund Policy, 37

Residency – Florida Residency for Tuition Purposes,

Returned Check Policy, 38

Safety in Private Spaces Act, 21

Schedule Changes, 38

School Officials with a Legitimate Educational Interest,

Searches, 23

Soliciting, 39

Staff Information, 3

Student Responsibilities, 28

Student Retention and Career Dual Enrollment

Specialist, 12

Student Rights, 24

Student Success Counselor, 12

Student Support Services, 12

Student Vehicles, 39

Student Withdrawals, 39

Subpoena of Student Records, 26

Testing Requirements, 5

Textbooks, 37

Transcripts, 40

Transfer of Credit, 11

Transportation, Distribution and Logistics, 65

Unacceptable Behaviors, 28

Veterans’ Education Benefits, 15

Veterinary Assisting, 41

Vision, 1

Visitors, 40

Voters Registration, 28

Welding Technology, 64

Welding Technology – Advanced, 65

Work-based Activities, 8