Disability Resource Center

Project Empower Develop Grow Educate (EDGE) is a postsecondary non-degree-seeking transitional program designed for students with intellectual disabilities.  The program offers you a chance to receive hands-on learning and industry certification(s) in one of the following areas: Advanced Manufacturing and Production Technology, Advanced Automotive Service Technology, Baking and Pastry Arts, Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality, and Electrical Assistant.  Our goal is to provide you with a comprehensive educational experience that will lead to a successful transition to employment.  Project EDGE connects students to technical college life, potential industry certifications, and employment opportunities.

How to Declare Your Disability at Manatee Technical College

Adult students with a disability

  1. Apply for the program of your choice
  2. Download and fill out the request for accommodations application.

    Download Application Form (PDF, 88KB).
    Download Application Form in Spanish (PDF, 87KB)
  3. Submit the application and any needed documentation to mtcdisabilityresourcecenter@manateeschools.net 
    or bring it to the Office of Disability Resources on the main campus.
  4. Once your documentation is reviewed, you will receive an email with the next steps.

Future Students

Tour – Adults with a disability can schedule a tour through the Disability Resource Center to determine the best program and the availability of accommodations to provide access to the program. Steps for requesting a tour, once completed a link will be sent to the listed email address to schedule a tour.

  1. View programs on our website through the programs tab and/or the virtual tour section by campus.
  2. Gather the needed documents to determine accommodations   
  3. Send an email to the Disability Resource Center requesting a tour, with the following information.
  • a. Name
  • b. Contact information email and phone number
  • c. Program or programs of interest

Documentation Required:

  • IEP/504 plan from High School
  • Testing or evaluations
  • Psychological Reports
  • SSA’s Disability Report
  • Military Disability Decision report
  • Physician’s letter         

Sample accommodations:

  • extra time for testing and learning
  • individual test
  • frequent rest breaks
  • calculators
  • note taking assistance
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Resources

Manatee Technical College accommodates students with disabilities in accordance with federal laws. Any student who feels they may need accommodations based on the impact of a learning, psychiatric, physical, or chronic health diagnosis should set up an appointment through our Disability Resource Center. Any questions about required documentation can be directed to our Disability Resource Center.

Disability Resource Center

Disability Resource Center Coordinator

6305 State Road 70 East I Bradenton, FL 34203

941.751.7900 x 46042

If you have any questions, please contact

Tammy Ralston Ed.D

Disability Resource Center, Coordinator

941.751.7900 X 46042

Ralstont@manateeschools.net