About us at SFTEC
South Florida Technical Training is a one of a kind automotive program. Our classroom is super comfortable and has limited distractions. The program is designed for students who need hands-on and visual presentations. Students who need true small classes. A variety of teaching methods will be used including power points, videos, lecture, hands-on projects, classroom exercises, puzzles, learning games, competitions, demonstrations, discussion, simulations and writing assignments. We are very patient with all students.
The school is one of only a few proud to be accredited by ASE. All the courses are written to meet or exceed NATEF standards and they were written by a 20+ year in the automotive field double Master Certified instructor. The courses are effective and engaging. The lab materials and books are top quality and meet NATEF standards. The course is short but intense. I created this program as a result of my time working as an instructor at one of the largest automotive programs in the country. When I was there I was frustrated by the inflexible policies, contradictory rules and petty politics of the school that forced me to keep my students busy without learning. The lesson plans were incomplete and disorganized, they had been bought from a company which had been just modifying the same plans for decades. After experiencing that environment I decided to focus on the essentials for South Florida Technical Training: varied, up to date materials, tools in good repair, vehicles in working order and small classes.
There are two basic goals at South Florida Technical Training. #1 For students to develop a deep understanding of automotive systems, especially electrical. This is because the Technicians who are in the most demand and make the most money are the ones who can diagnose systems properly. #2 is ASE preparation. The reason is in Miami Dade mechanics are required by law to have certification. Additionally the best automotive jobs require ASE certification. The goal here is not to be a lube tech or tire changer but a master technician.
Another benefit of the automotive program at South Florida Technical Training is the skills can be applied to tons of other jobs and household projects. The electrical skills learned here will help students in almost any trade or field today.
