Founded in 1948, L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College is a public vocational school with three locations in Houma, Louisiana. Among the school's educational courses of study are office administration, marine operations, nautical science, phlebotomy, nursing, auto repair, drafting, electronics, machining, air conditioning and welding. Some programs require internships or clinical training hours at local businesses or medical facilities. In addition to federal and state grants and loans, the school offers a work study program and offers a limited number of scholarships for students. Academic advising is provided for every student as well as career and personal counseling. There are also three students groups on campus for students to join.
L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College
310 Saint Charles St.
Houma, LA 70360
985-857-3655
ftcc.edu
A private, for-profit vocational college, ITT Technical Institute operates branches in Baton Rouge and St. Rose, a community outside of New Orleans. Both locations grant associate degrees in information technology, computer-aided drafting, visual communications, criminal justice and paralegal studies. The schools offer morning, afternoon and evening classes and allow both part-time and full-time enrollment to accommodate the schedules of working adults. The school participates in federal financial aid and military benefits programs and tutoring services are available. The Career Services Department assists with resume-writing, interview preparation and practice and job searches.
ITT Technical Institute
14141 Airline Highway
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
225-754-5800?
itt-tech.edu
With branches in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Covington and Slidell, Delta College is a private vocational school. Programs include business office administration, graphic arts, dental and medical assisting, medical transcription and billing, practical nursing and massage therapy. Classes are held during day and evening hours, and most programs are completable within seven to 12 months of study. Classes are held Mondays through Thursdays only in an effort to give students a longer weekend for working. Short internships are required in many of the majors. Financial aid offerings consist of federal and state loans and grants, vocational rehabilitation, veteran's benefits, private loans and college payment plans. Job placement assistance is available for graduates.
Delta College
7380 Exchange Place
Baton Rouge LA 70806
225-928-7770
deltacollege.com