The Bradford Career Academies are located on the campus of the North Florida Technical College (formerly Bradford-Union Technical Center) with the exception of the Academy of Information Technology at Bradford Middle School. Career Pathways works closely with North Florida Technical College to update high school curriculum and give students the opportunity to earn college credit. For detailed information on programs and courses eligible for college credit, visit the Crosswalks section of the College Credit Opportunity page.
Health Science Academy
The Health Science Academy provides technical training and experience for students interested in health-related careers. The program consists of integrated curricula in applied academics and clinical experiences in health care settings. Students are prepared to seek employment in the health field after graduation, or to continue education at the post-secondary level.
Academy of Agriscience
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment in positions in the agriculture industry, including farm work; farm worker, diversified crops; farm machine tender; agricultural product marketing representative; farm and garden supply worker; custom harvest operator; or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.
Academy of Computer Systems and Information Technology
The Academy of Computer Systems and Information Technology is designed to offer instruction in computer literacy; software application support; basic hardware configuration and troubleshooting; networking technologies, troubleshooting, security and administration using Windows products.
Academy of Digital Design
The Academy of Digital Design offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for employment in digital media, new media, and multimedia positions using Apple products. Students will learn about podcasting, iMovies and other new media outlets.
Academy of Early Childhood Education
The Early Childhood Education (ECE) academy provides students with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for gainful employment and/or to pursue advanced education in the area of Early Childhood Education. In conjunction with the ECE program, an on-site lab for three to four year olds is available. This on-site early learning center provides the student with the opportunity to apply teaching techniques developed in the Early Childhood Education classroom.
Academy of Information Technology at Bradford Middle School
This academy is designed to provide an introduction to Information Technology concepts and careers as well as the impact information technology has on the world, people and industry, and basic web design concepts. Emphasis is also placed on digital publishing concepts and operations to include layout, design, measurement, decision making and digital imaging. This program is designed to prepare students for employment as an Information Technology Assistant, Production Assistant, Digital Assistant Designer, Graphic Designer, and Multi-Media Designer.
Academy of Welding
The Applied Welding Technologies program in the Academy of Welding is designed to prepare a person for employment as a welder or combination welder-fitter. Students enrolled in this program and are successful completers will become able to read blueprints, shop drawings, layouts, and fabricating, Arc Welding, Oxyacetylene Cutting, Mig and Tig Welding, use and care of tools and equipment in the trade, and preparation for the certification test.