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CBT Technology Institute has been preparing students for careers in high-demand fields since 1988. Founded by the Llerena family in Miami, the school has grown from a small vocational institution into a recognized workforce education provider with three campuses across the Miami area - Flagler, Hialeah, and Cutler Bay.

With more than 13,000 alumni and over 35 years of operation, CBT Technology Institute offers career-focused diploma and associate degree programs in HVAC, Electrical Technology, Information Technology, and more. Programs are offered in both English and Spanish, and are designed to align with real workforce needs through partnerships with local employers.

CBT Technology Institute is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE) and certified by the U.S. Department of Education to provide Title IV funds to eligible students.

2 Campuses

2 Programs

Electricity Technician - Diploma

CBT Technology Institute's Electricity Technician Diploma program prepares students for entry-level positions in the electrical industry through a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on lab training. Taught in both English and Spanish by industry-experienced instructors, the program covers the fundamentals of electricity, residential wiring, blueprint reading, and low voltage systems including fire alarm and security systems.

The program is 24 credits and takes approximately 8 months to complete. Classes are available at all three CBT campuses in Miami - Flagler, Hialeah, and Cutler Bay.

Students earn several industry-recognized certifications as part of the program, including:

NCCER Core and NCCER Electrical Level 1
OSHA-10
Fire Alarm System Agent
Burglar Alarm System Agent
Photovoltaic Energy Systems

The curriculum covers the core skills and knowledge needed to work in the electrical field, including:

Fundamentals of electricity and electrical materials and components
National Electrical Code (NEC) regulations and residential wiring
Blueprint and technical diagram reading
Electric motor applications, control, and troubleshooting
Fire alarm systems installation and commissioning
Low voltage security systems including burglar alarm, CCTV, and access control
OSHA safety regulations and electrical codes

Graduates are prepared to pursue roles including Electrician, Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Control Electrician, and Electrical Troubleshooter across residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

Available at these locations

Miami, FL (Flagler)

8230 West Flagler Street

Miami, FL 33144

Cutler Bay, FL

19151 South Dixie HWY

Cutler Bay, FL 33157

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician - Diploma

CBT Technology Institute's Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Diploma program is an 8-month, hands-on training program designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the HVAC-R industry. Combining practical lab work with real-world industry concepts, the program is offered in both English and Spanish and is available at all three CBT campuses in Miami - Flagler, Hialeah, and Cutler Bay.

The program is 24 semester credits and focuses on giving students the technical skills needed to install, service, and repair air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Graduates who want to continue their education can also apply credits toward the Associate in Science in Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology.