Manatee Technical Institute (MTI) is a state-supported school that offers employer-driven career education for high school and adult students. Its 30-acre campus, located in West Bradenton adjacent to Bayshore and Central high schools and just north of State College of Florida, has 23 permanent buildings and more than 20 portable classrooms. There is also an MTI branch campus located in East Manatee.
MTI students have earned more SkillsUSA medals than any other school in the nation. The school offers valuable job training for students who will soon enter the workforce or adult students looking to improve their skills or qualify for higher paying jobs. MTI is more affordable than many alternatives and offers financial assistance. Students can enroll in a variety of online training courses.