Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL)
Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL) is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Miami Lakes, FL. It offers 24 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/11/1983 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL) is Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $2,655. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician programs ($13,584). The length of the program is 750 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 8 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL).
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | $2,655 | $450 | 750 Hours | 8 Months | $13,584 |
| 2 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $5,304 | $657 | 1,350 Hours | 15 Months | $18,035 |
| 3 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $4,608 | $959 | 1,800 Hours | 24 Months | $16,505 |
| 4 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $4,075 | $242 | 1,300 Hours | 16 Months | $16,239 |
| 5 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $3,970 | $379 | 1,200 Hours | 14 Months | $16,042 |
| 6 | Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation | $3,139 | $393 | 600 Hours | 8 Months | $12,083 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 665 students attended Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL) in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 30 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 8 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 81 (full-time) and 21 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL) is 5% and the retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 665 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 5% |
| Number of Faculty | 38 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL) is $2,655
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
25% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,698 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $2,655 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $450 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $19,095 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $3,435 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,698 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL) offers 24 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 209 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 83 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 13 | 0 | 28 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 8 | 0 | 98 |
| Total | 24 | 0 | 209 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL) are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 209 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 83 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 28 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 98 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | ✕ | 3 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 0 |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 80 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 80 |
| Total | 83 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Instrumentation Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 39 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 28 |
| ✕ | 1 | |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | ✕ | 10 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 51 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 41 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 10 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 8 completers |
| Sheet Metal Technology/Sheetworking | ✕ | 8 |
| Total | 98 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 665 students have enrolled into Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (Miami Lakes, FL). By gender, 440 male and 225 female students are attending the school.
There are 27 White (4.06%), 270 Black/African American (40.60%), 320 Hispanic (48.12%), 6 Asian (0.90%), and 362 students with other races. 38 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 665 | 440 | 225 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Asian | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 270 | 161 | 109 |
| Hispanic | 320 | 222 | 98 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 27 | 22 | 5 |
| Two More | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 38 | 27 | 11 |
Directory Information
- 5780 NW 158th Street, Miami Lakes, FL
- 305-557-1100
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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