Project EDGE
Project Empower Develop Grow Educate (EDGE)
Program Details
Program Description:
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). Our goal is to provide you with a comprehensive educational experience that will lead to a successful transition to either a program on Manatee Technical College’s main campus or employment. Project EDGE connects students to technical college life, potential industry certifications, and employment opportunities.
Certification/Licensure:
Students within this program will be working towards the following: American Heart Association Friends & Family, ServSafe Food Handler, OSHA-10, and Work Essentials.
CTSO:
SkillsUSA and HOSA are the approved co-curricular career and technical student organizations which provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction by providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.
Start Date:
August
Program Length:
900 hours
OCP A
Course Number: SLS0460
Course: Specialized Career Education, Basic 1
150 hours
Course Number: SLS0461
Course: Specialized Career Education, Basic 2
150 hours
Course Number: SLS0462
Course: Specialized Career Education, Basic 3
150 hours
OCP B
Course Number: SLS0463
Course: Specialized Career Education, Advanced 1
150 hours
Course Number: SLS0464
Course: Specialized Career Education, Advanced 2
150 hours
Course Number: SLS0944
Course: Specialized Career Education Internship
150 hours
Times:
Start time: 8:00 AM
Location:
MTC East Campus, 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211
941.752.8100
Program #S990007 CIP# 13990007SN
Estimated Tuition, Lab, and Fees ($60.00 Facility and Equipment Use Fee)
$3727.00
Additional Fees Due Prior to Pre-Admittance
Application Fee
$45.00
Books and Uniform
Testbook
$210.00
Uniforms
$170.00
Estimated Total Cost of Program
$4,152.00
Financial aid is available depending on the student’s eligibility.
All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid.
Prices are subject to change.
Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30).
Tuition is $2.92 per hour for Florida residents. Tuition is $11.71 per hour for Non-Florida residents.
*Textbook cost based on Barnes and Noble price estimate and does not include shipping or tax. Free shipping timeframe is two weeks prior to term start and the first week of the term. Current book list and prices – https://www.manateetech.edu/students/bookstore/
Project EDGE students are eligible for a scholarship through the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities. This will be discussed at student orientation.
Uniforms may be covered for Pell eligible students once aid has been applied to all tuition & fee charges.
Download Florida Department of Education Curriculum Frameworks
Project Empower Develop Grow Educate (EDGE)
Program Details
Program Description:
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). Our goal is to provide you with a comprehensive educational experience that will lead to a successful transition to either a program on Manatee Technical College’s main campus or employment. Project EDGE connects students to technical college life, potential industry certifications, and employment opportunities.
Certification/Licensure:
Students are prepared to sit for Servsafe and OSHA-10.
CTSO:
SkillsUSA and HOSA are the approved co-curricular career and technical student organizations which provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction by providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.
Articulation:
Career and Technical Credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3)(b), F.S.
Start Date:
August 5, 2025
Program Length:
900 hours
OCP A
Course Number: SLS0460
Course Title: Specialized Career Education, Basic 1
Length: 150 hours
Course Number: SLS0461
Course Title: Specialized Career Education, Basic 2
Length: 150 hours
Course Number: SLS0462
Course Title: Specialized Career Education, Basic 3
Length: 150 hours
OCP B
Course Number:SLS0463
Course Title: Specialized Career Education, Advanced 1
Length: 150 hours
Course Number:SLS0464
Course Title: Specialized Career Education, Advanced 2
Length: 150 hours
Course Number:SLS0944
Course Title: Specialized Career Education Internship
Length: 150 hours
Times:
Start time: 8:00 AM
Location:
MTC East Campus, 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211
941.752.8100
The application period for Project EDGE is now closed for the Fall 2025 Cohort and will reopen in Spring 2026. If you have any questions, please email Project EDGE at: mtcprojectedge@manateeschools.net
Note:
Project EDGE is a two-part application process. Students must first apply to Project EDGE during the application period. If accepted, students must then apply to MTC during orientation.
Student Transportation Options
Transportation to and from school is the student’s responsibility; students may apply for Manatee County Area Transit Handy Bus.
The MCAT Handy Bus service, operated by Manatee County Area Transit, provides door-to-door transportation for individuals who are unable to independently use the regular MCAT bus system due to disability, age, or income status. This shared ride program serves eligible residents under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and Florida’s Transportation Disadvantaged criteria, ensuring equitable access to essential services like healthcare, employment, and education. If you’re interested in applying or learning more about eligibility, please contact MCAT at 941-747-8621 ext. 3567 or access the Handy Bus application:
https://www.mymanatee.org/media/docs/default-source/mcat-documents/mcat-handy-bus-library/ada-td-app-(english).pdf
Program #S990007 CIP# 13990007SN
Estimated Tuition, Lab, and Fees (includes administrative fee)
$3395.00
Additional Fees Due Prior to Pre-Admittance
Application Fee
$45.00
Books and Uniform
Textbook
$210.00
Uniforms
$200.00
Estimated Total Cost of Program
$3,850.00
Prices are subject to change
Financial aid available depending on student’s eligibility.
All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid.
Prices are subject to change.
Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30).
Tuition is $2.92 per hour for Florida residents. Tuition is $11.71 per hour for Non-Florida residents.
Project EDGE students are eligible for a scholarship through the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities. This will be discussed at student orientation.
Download Florida Department of Education Curriculum Frameworks
Download Project EDGE Program Information Sheet (Program Details and Fees, PDF, 2181KB)
LENGTH
Full-time: 900 hrs
LOCATION
East Campus
DELIVERY
On-Campus:
Full-time (Day)
DUAL ENROLLMENT
No
Project EDGE Graduation: May 21, 2025