ADMISSION POLICY

The First Coast Technical Institute is a postsecondary institution which accepts applications on a nondiscriminatory basis from anyone having the interest, ability, and desire to benefit from career and technical education programs. To assist students in meeting their goals, there are minimum age, educational, and health requirements established for each program. In addition to career and technical training programs, FCTI offers Adult Basic Education classes and GED preparation classes. The Institute also offers secondary high school programs and dual enrollment programs through articulation agreements with St. Johns, Clay and Putnam county school districts. Special applications for secondary dual enrollment students are available. The FCTI Guidance Counselor may be contacted for assistance at any stage of the enrollment process.

ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES

1. Meet with the Guidance Counselor to review occupational goals, discuss program requirements, and examine financial aid options.
   
   
2. Register and pay a non-refundable $20.00 registration fee.
   
   
3. Attend an orientation to the campus, resources, and Institute policies; complete the TABE assessment, to determine current reading, math and language levels.
   
   
4. Visit counselor to review TABE assessment and program offerings, and visit classrooms prior to registration. An entry date is determined between the instructor and the student. Typically, a list of suggested entry dates is available from Registration.
   
   
5. Complete the registration process at the Registration desk and pay applicable fees. All fees are due at time of registration unless a deferment has been issued by the Financial Aid Department, a proper waiver has been secured, or a letter of intent to pay for tuition has been issued by a government agency or private business.
   
   
6. Receive an identification card, admission slip, and then enter class on the date determined.