Admissions
General admissions process
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- If needed, meet with a school counselor (admissions contact) to discuss program interests and requirements.
- Create your account and complete the application: PTC Application.
- Be sure to view and complete your checklist (for example, upload your photo identification, complete basic skills testing if necessary, etc.).
- For in-state tuition, applicants must upload proof of Florida residency when they apply. (Information on proof of residency)
- Check your email regularly to ensure you don’t miss any updates.
- Apply for financial aid, if needed.
- To apply online, visit FAFSA. The School Code for PTC (Clearwater campus) is 005605. Applicants can also obtain a paper application from the Financial Aid office.
- If you qualify for assistance, please note that financial aid may not cover all associated costs, and students may need to pay out-of-pocket for some fees.
- After receiving notification of eligibility (typically within 3-5 business days), contact the Financial Aid office by visiting the school or calling 727-538-7167, option 7.
- Complete the program shadowing and/or interview process for your intended program. Some programs have specific times and days. Be sure to check our current shadow schedule:
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- Accommodations are available during the instructional program for students with documented physical or mental impairments. Please see a school counselor for further information.
- If using an outside funding agency (CareerSource, Voc. Rehab, etc.), provide all necessary paperwork to the agency.
- Once notified that you are accepted into the program, pay all applicable fees to finalize your registration.
General information
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- Students must be at least 16 years of age and not currently enrolled in high school.
- Most of our programs start five times per school year: August, October, January, March/April, and June.
Please contact a school counselor (admissions contact) with any questions.