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CBT Technology Institute
CBT Technology Institute - Miami, FL (Flagler)
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.
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.
8230 West Flagler Street
Miami,