Programs & Courses
Business
- Accounting
- Administrative Office Specialist
Criminal Justice & Law
- Florida Law Enforcement Academy
Healthcare
- CPR
- Central Sterile Processing Technology
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Coder/Biller
- Pharmacy Technician
- Surgical Technology
- Dental Assisting Technology and Management
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Nursing Assistant
- Paramedic
- Patient Care Technician
- Medical Administrative Specialist
Professional Services
- Baking and Pastry Arts
- Barbering
- Cosmetology
- Nails Specialty
Skilled Trades
- Automotive Collision Technology Technician
- Diesel Systems Technician
- Marine Service Technologies
- Automotive Service Technology
- Advanced Manufacturing and Production Technology
- Building Construction Technologies
- CNC Production Specialist
- Electrical and Instrumentation Technology
- Electrician
- Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning / Refrigeration
- Machining Technologies
- Mechatronics Technology
- Welding Technology
- Firefighter
Technology
- Applied Cybersecurity
- Computer Aided Drawing and Modeling
- Computer Systems & Information Technology
Campus Locations
Bradenton 6305 State Road 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34203
Bradenton 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211
Reviews
Based on local Google reviews, Manatee Technical College (MTC) has a deeply polarized reputation. While the school is highly praised for its excellent facilities and certain passionate instructors, recent and significant negative feedback points to critical failures in its administrative and admissions processes, and concerns about program relevance and the overall student experience.
Overall Score: 4.2/5 Stars
Common Praises
Exceptional Instructors in Key Programs: Many reviews spanning several years highlight specific instructors for being highly knowledgeable, dedicated, and going “above and beyond” for their students. Examples include instructors in the HVAC, Law Enforcement, and Massage Therapy programs. One accounting instructor was noted for working after school hours to ensure a student finished on schedule.
Strong, Clean Facilities, and Equipment: The campus is frequently described as “top of the line,” “very clean,” and having “great equipment.” Reviewers attending workshops and those in courses like HVAC appreciate the physical environment, seating, and ample parking.
Affordable and Accessible Programs: One long-standing review mentioned the web development program was affordable on a waitress’s income, highlighting the college’s success in providing accessible education.
Positive Learning Atmosphere: Some students describe a highly positive overall environment, calling the campus atmosphere “truly inspiring for learning and personal growth” and noting the general pleasantness of staff.
Common Criticisms
Severe Administrative and Communication Failures: This is the most consistent and urgent criticism in recent reviews. Multiple prospective and current students complain it is “almost impossible to get a hold of” office staff. Reviewers report missed appointments, unanswered emails, having money spent on application fees only to receive no follow-up, and general “terrible office support.”
Rude and Unprofessional Front Desk/Admissions Staff: Several recent reviews explicitly call out front desk and admissions staff for being “horrible, rude,” and lacking professionalism. These complaints often relate to initial inquiries, making a negative first impression and deterring potential students.
Concerns about Program Relevance and Value: A recent graduate shared a detailed, negative perspective, stating that their expectations were not met and implying a lack of the “fun experiences and new friendships” that are part of a desirable college experience. Other reviews, particularly regarding a “graphic design” course, claim the education was not worth the money due to poor teaching quality and lack of real-world skills.
Inconsistent Policies and Bias: Complaints include an outside professional observing “Bias distribution” in certain services (Cosmetology/Barbering) and a student noting that most teachers in their program did not allow leaving class for services, which are necessary to complete the course requirements.
Momentum
The momentum for MTC is negative concerning student services and administration. While the school continues to receive positive 5-star reviews (often for specific instructors or the facilities), the most detailed and recent reviews (within the last year) are overwhelmingly negative and focus on the same core issues: poor administrative support, difficulty reaching staff, and rudeness from front-line employees.