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Immokalee Technical College

Immokalee, Florida · Public technical college

CNA classesLPN / LVN programsAuto mechanic schoolsCNC & machining programsCosmetology schoolsMedical billing & coding programsCulinary & pastry schoolsConstruction trades programs
86%completion rate · Florida avg 71%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$35,793median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$37,652median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$18,551annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 508 N 9th St, Immokalee, FL 34142 · Phone: (239) 377-9900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Immokalee Technical College is a public trade school in Immokalee, Florida, offering CNA, LPN, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Immokalee Technical College has an 86.0% completion rate, above the Florida average of 70.5%, and median earnings of $37,652 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Immokalee Technical College is $18,551, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 37.9% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Immokalee Technical C… Immokalee Technical C…: 86% 86% Florida average Florida average: 70.5% 70.5% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Nursing assistants$34,350$37,510$42,310
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$50,450$61,770$64,710
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$31,970$48,260$62,990
Machinists$39,870$57,140$63,860
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$27,450$29,530$35,090
Medical records specialists$36,330$45,760$59,230
Chefs and head cooks$31,920$58,240$75,840
Construction laborers$33,280$44,030$47,970

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.

Trade programs at this campus

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 14 $26,981 $37,208 not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 300–899 hours 12 $26,981 $37,208 not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 11 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 2–4 years 11 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 7 not reported not reported not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 1–2 years 7 not reported $21,781 not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, under 300 hours 6 $26,981 $37,208 not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 1–2 years 5 not reported not reported not reported
Culinary Arts and Related Services Certificate, 1–2 years 5 not reported not reported not reported

Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.

Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.

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About this school

Immokalee Technical College is a public career-training campus in Immokalee, Florida, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The school offers nine program families, with the most-awarded credentials in CNA classes, LPN/LVN programs, and auto mechanic training, alongside offerings in CNC machining, cosmetology, medical billing and coding, culinary arts, and construction trades.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 86.0%, above the Florida state average of 70.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,652. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,551, and 37.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the roughly 319 undergraduates come from lower-income backgrounds. The school reported 78 trade completers in the most recent data.

Given its focus on short, hands-on credentials like CNA and LPN programs rather than multi-year degrees, this campus may suit students seeking a faster route into healthcare, automotive, or skilled-trade work, including adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Immokalee Technical College offers nine program families, most notably CNA classes, LPN/LVN programs, and auto mechanic training, along with CNC machining, cosmetology, medical billing and coding, culinary arts, and construction trades.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 37.9% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 86.0%, above the Florida state average of 70.5%, according to federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (239) 377-9900 or check the College Scorecard for updates.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,652, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $18,551.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Immokalee Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and public oversight compared to for-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly at (239) 377-9900 or visit itech.edu for program schedules.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457387.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The school's focus on programs like CNA and LPN training, which are typically shorter credentials, may appeal to adults seeking a faster entry into healthcare or trade careers, though exact program lengths are not detailed in this data.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Immokalee Technical College at (239) 377-9900 or visit their website at https://www.itech.edu/ for application details.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457387) to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.

Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.

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