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Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater
Clearwater, Florida · Public technical college
Address: 6100 154th Avenue North, Clearwater, FL 33760 · Phone: 72753871672006 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jun 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Council on Occupational Education; Dec 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater is a public trade school in Clearwater, Florida, offering auto mechanic, electrician, and welding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater has a 52.1% completion rate, below the Florida state average of 70.5%, and graduates earn a median of $34,627 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 Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater is reported at $26,909, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with about 18.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $48,260 | $62,990 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,300 | $60,490 | $73,900 |
| Machinists | $39,870 | $57,140 | $63,860 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,730 | $37,840 | $48,260 |
| Phlebotomists | $35,560 | $40,230 | $45,820 |
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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 39 | $39,153 | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | not reported | $36,185 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $26,902 | $25,658 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $19,375 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $26,902 | $25,658 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $19,375 | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 2–4 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $26,902 | $25,658 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $26,902 | $25,658 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | $36,185 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | $36,185 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | not reported | $36,185 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $26,902 | $25,658 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $26,902 | $25,658 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | 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.
About this school
Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater is a public trade and career training campus located in Clearwater, Florida, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in the federal Title IV program, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding to help pay for programs. The campus offers 20 program families and awards the most credentials in auto mechanic schools (57 completers), electrician schools (51), and welding schools (42), alongside programs in HVAC, culinary, cosmetology, diesel mechanics, CNC machining, phlebotomy, and more.
Federal data show a completion rate of 52.1%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $34,627. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,909. About 18.3% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 291 trade completers among 732 undergraduate students, this campus tends to serve students pursuing shorter, hands-on trade credentials rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not stated in this data and should be confirmed directly with the school. Career changers should verify current program offerings, schedules, and licensing requirements by contacting Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater directly, and can review official outcome figures through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater offers 20 program families, most notably auto mechanic schools, electrician schools, and welding schools, along with HVAC, culinary, cosmetology, diesel mechanics, CNC machining, LPN, barber, nail tech, and phlebotomy programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a current status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in the federal Title IV program, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.1%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt figures for graduates are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $34,627.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,909.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit institutions, though costs can still vary by program.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly at the number or website listed to confirm program duration.
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 U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard link for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
With 291 trade completers among 732 undergraduate students across hands-on trade programs like auto mechanics, electrical, and welding, this campus appears geared toward career-focused training, though fit for individual career changers should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater by phone at 727-538-7167 or through its website at https://www.myptc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data set does not include comparisons to other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard link 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.