Trade Schools Near Me in Broward County

Searching for “trade schools near me” is often the first step toward a new career. The next step is finding training that fits your interests, your schedule, and your plans for the future. At McFatter Technical College in Davie, you can explore career education close to home while learning how your previous coursework and scholarship opportunities may help you move forward.¹

Our partnership with Broward College offers eligible technical program graduates the opportunity to receive free college credits. Broward County Public Schools graduates may also qualify for credit toward their McFatter technical program based on eligible high school coursework. And students with qualifying Bright Futures awards can explore using those scholarships at McFatter.^{2 3 4}

Explore career training at our Davie campus

McFatter is located at 6500 Nova Drive, Davie, FL 33317. If you are comparing trade schools near Fort Lauderdale, Plantation, Hollywood, or Cooper City, include our Davie campus in your search and consider how the commute would fit your daily routine.⁵

Start with the work you enjoy. Do you like solving mechanical problems, working with technology, building things, or preparing food? Explore programs such as:

Automotive Service Technology, with training in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.⁶
Applied Cybersecurity, with instruction in protecting computers and networks.⁷
Welding Technology and Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality, for students interested in developing practical skills in those fields.^{8 9}

Review your preferred program’s requirements, training hours, class schedule, and total costs with a counselor. Choosing a program that fits your career goal gives your local school search a clear direction.

Earn free college credits through our Broward College partnership

Your education at McFatter can support your next step toward a college degree. Through our partnership with Broward College, eligible graduates of approved technical programs may receive free articulated college credits toward an aligned degree. Articulated credit recognizes qualifying technical training you have already completed.²

Broward College’s TechConnect pathway specifically includes McFatter Technical College. Eligible training may count toward an aligned Associate of Science or Associate of Applied Science program. This can reduce the coursework you need to complete and help lower the cost of continuing your education.^{10 11}

The credit award depends on your completed technical program, the degree you choose, and the applicable agreement. Ask a McFatter counselor about your options early, then work with Broward College to confirm eligibility, required records, and deadlines. Free articulated credits cover approved prior learning; remaining degree requirements and costs still apply.^{1 2}

Explore Broward College’s Credit for Prior Learning options to see how technical education can contribute to your college plans.¹¹

Put your high school coursework toward a technical program

Did you complete career and technical courses while attending a Broward County public high school? That work may give you a head start at McFatter. Eligible secondary Career and Technical Education coursework and qualifying industry certifications may count toward an aligned technical program.^{3 12}

Through applicable articulation agreements, approved learning from high school may satisfy part of your technical program’s requirements. The amount of credit depends on the courses or credentials you completed, the program you enter, and the agreement that applies to you.¹²

Before enrolling, ask your McFatter counselor to review your high school transcript and any industry certifications. Bring course information when available and ask which requirements you may already have met. Receiving approved credit may help you avoid repeating equivalent training and make better use of the work you have already done.¹²

Use Bright Futures for eligible training at McFatter

McFatter Technical College accepts Bright Futures scholarships. If you have earned a qualifying award, speak with our Financial Aid Office about using it for your selected technical program.⁴

Ask the team to confirm your award eligibility, the expenses it can cover, and the enrollment and renewal requirements that apply. Your award may help with the cost of training, but the amount available depends on your scholarship and program eligibility.⁴

Planning ahead matters. Review tuition, fees, books, supplies, and any required examinations before classes begin. Visit our Financial Aid page to learn about assistance and connect with staff who can help you understand your options.^{4 6}

Compare trade schools near you with your future in mind

Location is one part of choosing a school. As you compare trade schools in Broward County, consider the full path from enrollment to your next goal. Ask:

Does the program teach the skills needed for the work I want to pursue?
Can I manage the class schedule, commute, and required study time?
Could my high school coursework or certifications qualify for credit?
Does this program connect to a Broward College degree, and could Bright Futures help pay for my training?

These conversations can help you choose a program with a clearer understanding of both the commitment and the opportunities available.

Start your next chapter at McFatter Technical College

Turn your search for “trade schools near me” into a plan. Explore McFatter’s programs, discuss your goals with a counselor, and ask about the credit and scholarship opportunities that may apply to you.

Request information from McFatter Technical College or call 754-321-5700 to discuss program orientation, admission requirements, and enrollment. Your next step can begin right here in Davie

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