Now 3 Registrations in 2012-2013 School Year

Re-Registration for students presently in classes begins: May 20, 2013
Registration for new students begins: May 28, 2013
Next Classes Begin: June 10, 2013

For more information call:
754.321.5400

Getting Started

Sheridan Technical Center
5400 Sheridan Street
Hollywood, FL 33021
754.321.5400

20251 Stirling Road
Pembroke Pines, FL 33332
754.321.3900

Welcome to the Broward Technical Centers located in Sunny Southeast Florida

This is your chance to enhance your professional future and achieve higher earning power. At Broward Technical Centers, we make it easy to get the same quality education as a private college for a fraction of the cost.

Classes Now Forming!

International Students

Prospective international students may enroll and attend classes at one of the Broward Technical Centers. Please click here for more information on the admission process.

Share Time Frequently Asked Questions

Sheridan Technical Center

Broward Technical Centers
Share Time Admissions Process
FAQ’s

When can a student start as a Share Time student?
Students can start at the beginning of their junior year (minimum 16 years old). Students that begin in their senior year may not be able to complete a program as a high school student. Opportunity to complete as an adult student is available.

How do students get started?
All prospective Share Time students must:
•   Complete the Broward Technical Center Share Time Application
•   Print a copy of the application, obtain appropriate signatures and submit the application to the home guidance counselor
•   Attend an orientation session in person at the appropriate Technical Center
•   Take the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE)

What is the TABE test?
TABE stands for Tests of Adult Basic Education. It is a state-regulated assessment of basic skills in Math, Reading and Language. Students can take the TABE at any of the Broward Technical Centers, free of charge. Students with an active 504 Plan or IEP should disclose to the Technical Center’s ESE Specialist prior to testing in order to request accommodations. Contact your home high school ESE Specialist for assistance.

How are TABE scores used?
TABE scores are used as a counseling tool in evaluating a student’s academic strengths and weaknesses which may affect success in their technical program. Also, a student who meets the state- mandated exit score may be eligible for Technical Dual Enrollment.

What is Technical Dual Enrollment?
Technical Dual Enrollment is obtained when:
•   A student has completed a minimum of 11 high school credits
•   Has met the state-mandated TABE exit scores for the selected technical program
•   Has completed the first required course within a technical program
•   Maintains a 2.0 grade point average throughout Program completion

When a student becomes technically dual enrolled, they will receive two additional quality points for every course taken within the program completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Do Share Time students earn high school credit?
Yes – Students receive (1) credit per (3) hour block every nine weeks. Students have the opportunity to earn (4) credits per year/part time or (8) credits per year/full time. These credits apply toward graduation requirements.

Can students earn college credit?
Some programs allow the student to earn college credit. For more information, click here.

Will online Technical Program courses fulfill the online graduation requirement?
Yes – students can take some courses online at the appropriate participating Technical School and these credits will apply towards the online graduation requirement.

Are there any fees for Share Time students?
Broward County Public School high school students are provided tuition, text books, and one uniform (if required) free of charge. Some programs may incur costs not covered by the School District. Please see your Technical Center guidance counselor for more information.

Is transportation available?
Refer to the transportation information on each respective Center’s application. The address on the Share Time application must match the information on record at the home high school. Please verify the accuracy of the home address with the home school guidance counselor.

Is there an attendance policy?
In accordance with Florida Statute 1003.24, a child’s attendance in school is the responsibility of the parent or legal guardian. Absences cause students to miss significant instruction and learning opportunities. Non-attendance places the student in jeopardy of consequences per SBBC Policy 5.5 and the Student Code of Conduct Handbook. Failure to comply may result in dismissal from the program. According to SBBC Policy, parents must report the absence of a high school student to both schools by telephone or written note within two days following the absence.

What certificate do students receive?
Technical Program Certificates are awarded to students who have successfully completed all of the requirements of the program in which they have enrolled. Broward County Public Schools provide an opportunity for licensure or industry certification. Please see the Technical Center counselor for specific Program information

What happens if the Technical program is not completed prior to high school graduation?
Students, who do not complete their program as a high school student, may return as an adult and complete the program. Once enrolled as an adult, all enrollment/financial criteria will apply.

Websites

Career Technical Adult and Community Education: http://ctace.browardschools.com
Broward Technical Centers: http://browardtechcenters.com
Atlantic Technical Center: http://atlantictechcenter.com
McFatter Technical Center: http://mcfattertech.com
Sheridan Technical Center: http://sheridantechnical.com

View the Share Time Programs.

Download the application (pdf file)