Trade and career programs at Ridge Technical College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 99 | $20,511 | n/a | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 40 | $32,837 | $41,700 | n/a |
| Electrician | Certificate | 38 | $32,184 | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 31 | $32,505 | $32,114 | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 25 | $39,890 | n/a | n/a |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 14 | n/a | $32,195 | n/a |
| Truck driving (CDL) | Certificate | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Ridge Technical College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $3,930 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $27,530 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,245 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $22,245 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | Not reported |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | Not reported |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 83% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 0.3% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $38,479 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- 86% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Council on Occupational Education.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Ridge Technical College cost?
Tuition and fees are $3,930 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $22,245 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Ridge Technical College?
83% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Ridge Technical College graduates earn?
Auto and diesel mechanic certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $39,890 one year after finishing.
Is Ridge Technical College accredited?
Ridge Technical College is accredited by Council on Occupational Education, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Miami Dade College, Miami: $2,838 a year
- Valencia College, Orlando: $2,664 a year
- Hillsborough College, Tampa: $2,506 a year
- Seminole State College of Florida, Sanford: $3,122 a year
- South Florida Institute of Technology, Miami: $10,300 a year
- College of Central Florida, Ocala: $2,710 a year
More: all trade schools in Florida · Ridge Technical College on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.