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How to Get Started

  1. Schedule to take the TABE test at McFatter Technical College, registration cost is $15.00 and registration hours are Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.. Registration and TABE testing location: McFatter Technical College is located at 6500 Nova Drive, Davie Florida 33317. (Students who have earned a high school diploma from a Florida public high school from 2007 and on or a college diploma from a regionally accredited institution are exempt from the TABE.
  2. Take the TABE test (if applicable)
  3. Schedule an appointment with Fire Academy Program Advisor, approximately 24-48 hours after testing.
  4. Bring the following documents to your scheduled appointment:
      • high school diploma (original) and copy
      • college diploma (original) and copy (if applicable)
      • Only completed applications will be accepted for registration. Once the application is complete, the application will be time stamped and students will be advised as to when registration will begin. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis.

*Health insurance—if you do not have health insurance at this time, we will discuss some options when we meet. www.schoolinsuranceofflorida.com

 

Financial Aid

754.321.5804 or 754.321.5738

All students seeking financial assistance at McFatter Technical College must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

  • The recommended way to complete the FAFSA is on the web.
  • Complete the 2018-2019 FAFSA Application online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The federal school code is 030036. If you do not have an FSA ID or password, apply for FSA ID and password.
  • Collect the necessary financial documents needed to complete the FAFSA application: IRS federal income tax returns for you, your spouse or parent (s).
  • Be sure to click "Run Final Check".
  • Click "Submit FAFSA Now". Always print a copy of the confirmation page for your records.
  • The calculated FAFSA will be available for review in approximately three (3) business days.
  • If you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you are not eligible for financial aid.

Please bring the following documentation with you when you visit the Office of Financial Services at McFatter Technical College:

  1. Independent Students: A signed 2016 Federal IRS Tax Transcript is required for those who are single or married at the time of completing the FAFSA application. You will need the IRS form 4506-T which can be found on www.irs.gov or by calling 1.800.829.1040 or 1.800.908.9946.
  2. Dependent Students: A signed 2016 Federal IRS Tax Transcript is required, as well as a parent(s)' tax transcript. A dependent student that has not filed a 2016 IRS Tax Return, but has earned wages, will need to present an IRS Tax Transcript which shows the non-filing status and a Summary of Wages which shows the amount of income earned.
  3. Non-Tax Filers: Call the IRS Office at 1.800.829.1040 and request a free copy of a tax transcript and summary of wages to prove your non-filing status.
  4. High School Diploma Requirements: If your diploma is from out of state, or the State of Florida, or you have graduated from a Broward County High School over five years ago, be prepared to show a copy of your high school diploma and provide an official sealed transcript. If you have graduated from a Broward County High School within the last five years, only your high school diploma is necessary. A student who has earned a GED, needs to present a certified copy and a copy of the test scores.