MTEC is Pasco County’s premier career education center providing technical training and industry certification in a variety of fields. At MTEC you will receive training in a new career, advanced training in your current field, or continued education for personal growth. You will learn skills that provide you with the extra edge to be competitive in our local and global economy. The MTEC advantage includes competitive tuition rates, low student to teacher ratios, a career center to assist with the job placement process, and industry experienced instructors. Imagine what you will discover at MTEC. Your future is waiting!
MTEC is expanding our course offerings and schedules to meet the needs of the adult population in the Pasco community.
Some of our post-secondary programs include air conditioning, auto service, commercial art, cosmetology, marine service, and more!
Ben Brault began the Commercial Foods program at MTEC in 1997. He was considered “too serious” by some of his classmates.
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Technical Teacher of the month
Sneak-Peek for High School Students
Wednesday May 9, 2012 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Whether you are a graduating senior for the class of 2012, or a 10th or 11th grade student, learning a technical skill can help you to jump start your career. Bring your parents and join us for our Sneak-Peek Open House on Wednesday, May 9, from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Marchman offers a wide range of programs from the Construction Trades to Health Sciences, Automotive and Marine industries, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Computer Tech, Commercial Art, New Media and Web Design, TV Production, and Early Childhood Education, many of which allow students to earn certification in their field. Financial Aid is available for qualified adults. Discover MTEC at the Sneak-Peek, 7825 Campus Dr., New Port Richey, FL 34653, 727-774-1708,
MTEC's SkillsUSA State Winners
Adult Men's Haircutting- Michelle Peck- Gold, teachers: K.Haudricourt/D.Johnson
Adult Residential Wiring- Dominic Anger- Gold, Teacher: D.Blake
Adult Residential Wiring- Collin Richardson- Silver, Teacher: D.Blake
High School Residential Wiring- Richard Deily- Silver, Teacher: D.Blake
High School HVAC- Richard Atchue- Silver, Teacher: R.Catozzi
Adult Computer Maintenence- Alan Johnson- Silver, Teacher: R.Dalles
MTEC's Volunteer of the Year
Mr. Cuevas started at MTEC as an ESOL student, this past February he was the keynote speaker at our Adult Graduation ceremony, graduating with his GED.
Mr. Cuevas became a volunteer at MTEC to give back the support he received as a student. He helps whenever and wherever necessary, he has changed his schedule to accommodate teachers and individuals he tutors.
Mr. Cuevas is pro-active, looks for areas, issues that he could help with, example: he now has a study circle of GED students who need bilingual assistance with math.
Mr. Cuevas feels connected to MTEC as a member of the SAC and attends school sponsored events.
The Electricity and Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, & Heating Technology classes help the West Pasco Habitat for Humanity build their first green home.
The Cosmetology classes held a Fashion Show on February 16th to raise money for students to compete in SkillsUSA competitions. The three Cosmetology classes participated by demonstrating fashion, hair styles, and makeup from the early 1900s to the future. The winning group was the 1950s.
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https://www.facebook.com/discoverMTEC - MTEC is excited to announce that we have begun processing federal financial aid applications for Pell Grants. If you have any questions about the financial aid process, please call 727 774-1708. To apply for federal financial aid, please visit the FAFSA website or call 1-800 4-Fed-Aid (1-800-433-3243).
- Adult Education Graduation-February, 2012
- The automotive service technology program has recently received an accreditation from the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). NATEF evaluates technician training programs against standards developed by the automotive industry and recommends qualifying programs for accreditation by ASE, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.
- MTEC was honored to partner with West PascoHabitat for Humanity and host the world-renowned Dr. Richard Komp as a guest speaker on our campus. He addressed the student body about his research on solar energy and about the need to become better consumers of our natural resources. Students had an opportunity to create a small solar energy cell. For more information see this link for more information.
Past News
MTEC's 1st Fashion Show
