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Students who have a firm grasp on their career aspirations are sometimes better served by attending a technical school over a traditional four-year college where they may spend years taking general education classes; at a technical school, they can dive right into their core studies and complete a degree usually within two years. Technical schools offer everything from specialized certificates and diplomas to training in virtually any field with an associate degree. Altamonte Springs, near Orlando in Florida, provides area students a range of higher education and training possibilities.
Galiano Career Academy
The Galiano Career Academy is an option for students interested in the travel, office/administrative or medical technician fields and that may earn a certificate in their field. Students take just one class at a time, which run for a minimum of 36 weeks; no high school diploma or GED is required. Coursework may include topics such as clinical procedure, job search workshop, fundamentals of anatomy and physiology, medical law and ethics overview, and medical manager. Galiano provides job assistance and placement, tutoring, financial aid, computer and clinical laboratories and small classes with personal attention. Some programs of study may include an externship and on-the-job training.
Galiano Career Academy
1140 E. Altamonte Drive Suite 1020
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 331-3900
galiano.edu
Golf Academy of America
To golf enthusiasts, attending a golf technical school may seem like a dream come true. For true students of the sport, the Golf Academy of America offers two-year programs resulting in associate degrees in golf complex operations and management. Students can specialize in two concentrations, depending on their interest in the sport: golf professional or general golf management. The program is usually completed in 16 months, with classes running for three semesters per year. Students receive open play, professional on-the-greens instruction and weekly tournaments, plus a driving range package. The Golf Academy offers students counseling, resume assistance, job recommendations and references.
Golf Academy of America
1200 E. Altamonte Drive, Unit 1010
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(800) 786-0108
golfacademy.edu
Orlando Bartending School
Students with a flair for creating drinks and serving others may be interested in career studies at the Orlando Bartending School. Applicants must be age 18 or older (the legal serving age). The training is approximately 80 percent hands-on behind a fully functional bar, using non-alcoholic drinks. National alcohol certification is included with the program. The school teaches subjects such as a martini bar seminar, customer service, beverage management, inventory, cost control, cash handling, the art of making big tips, private parties and frozen/layered drinks. The school produces its own up-to-date training manual with pictures of bottled beer and bar tools. Almost every graduate of the school receives a job placement.
Orlando Bartending School
124 Robin Road
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 265-0008
orlandobartendingschool.com
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