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Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, Florida · Public technical college
Address: 5400 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL 33021 · Phone: (754) 321-5400 · 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; Mar 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Sheridan Technical College is a public trade school in Hollywood, Florida, offering cosmetology, CDL/truck driving, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Sheridan Technical College has a 69.5% completion rate, near the Florida state average of 70.5%, and median graduate earnings of $33,166 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 Sheridan Technical College is $12,784, and the school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV). About 28.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $37,700 | $50,640 | $62,380 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $48,260 | $62,990 |
| Nursing assistants | $34,350 | $37,510 | $42,310 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
| Phlebotomists | $35,560 | $40,230 | $45,820 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,300 | $60,490 | $73,900 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,270 | $62,440 | $75,170 |
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $38,940 | $52,910 | $62,820 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,760 | $43,590 | $47,570 |
| 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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 181 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 159 | $17,675 | $14,711 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 74 | $17,675 | $14,711 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 61 | $27,671 | $22,420 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 43 | $26,193 | $31,042 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | $22,914 | $32,925 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 39 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 36 | $26,193 | $31,042 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $30,405 | $28,598 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $20,695 | $21,781 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | $27,671 | $22,420 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 24 | $26,193 | $31,042 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $17,675 | $14,711 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | $33,281 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $27,671 | $22,420 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $27,671 | $22,420 | 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
Sheridan Technical College is a public trade and career school in Hollywood, Florida, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus offers 21 program families, with the largest enrollments in cosmetology schools, CDL/truck driving training, and auto mechanic schools, alongside other trade areas such as CNA, LPN, medical billing and coding, phlebotomy, electrician, culinary, diesel mechanic, surgical tech, medical assistant, barber, plumbing, pharmacy tech, and construction trades programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 69.5%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $33,166. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $12,784, and 28.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With more than 1,300 undergraduate students and roughly 869 trade completers, this large-suburb campus concentrates on hands-on, occupation-focused programs rather than traditional degree tracks, which may suit students seeking direct entry into a skilled trade or adult learners changing careers, though exact program lengths are not stated in the data provided. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the school's full outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sheridan Technical College offers 21 program families, with the largest programs in cosmetology schools, CDL/truck driving schools, and auto mechanic schools, plus programs in CNA, LPN, medical billing and coding, phlebotomy, electrician, culinary, diesel mechanic, surgical tech, medical assistant, barber, plumbing, pharmacy tech, 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, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 28.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 69.5%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%.
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 directly 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 $33,166 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 $12,784.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Sheridan Technical College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for state-supported programs compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (754) 321-5400 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?137245.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, hands-on trade programs like cosmetology, CDL training, and auto mechanics, which may suit adults seeking direct entry into a skilled trade, though specific program lengths and schedules are not stated in the data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sheridan Technical College at (754) 321-5400 or visit https://www.sheridantechnicalcollege.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in the data provided; check the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes 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.