Workforce Development and Continuing Education

The Continuing Education Department offers a wide range of non-credit classes and seminars designed to help the individual fulfill their potential, both personally and professionally. Programs and classes are held in Key West on the main campus and the Upper Keys Center in Key Largo, as well as various business sites.   

We offer non-credit courses in the classroom and online courses so that you can decide whether to come to our campus or stay at home and learn. Our course listings are frequently updated, so check back often for the latest information about our ever-growing Continuing Education program.

Apply for a Continuing Education Course

If you have already filed an application with CFK in the past and have taken classes with us, you can simply fill out the Registration form for the class in which you would like to enroll and submit it to the Admissions office along with your payment.

If you have not taken classes with us before, you must first create an application. Follow this step-by-step guide to fill out your application. How to apply for Non-Credit classes

*Please note that dates and times for classes starting in October or November may be subject to change due to enrollment. Questions, Please contact Melissa Hertzog at 305-809-3185.  

Online Business & Professional Development Courses

Follow the link below to learn about our online professional development course options and certifications.

Captain License Programs

CFK has partnered with Mariners Learning System. Whether you are pursuing a professional career in commercial boating, or simply looking to enhance your knowledge, we have a program to meet your educational needs. Together we offer online Coast Guard Approved Captain’s Licensing Programs. Courses include OUPV/SixPack Captain’s License, OUPV Upgrade to Master, Master 25/50/100 Ton License, Deck License Renewal, Towing Endorsement, and Sailing Endorsement.

CDL Road Test

The College of the Florida Keys is an approved Commercial Driver License (CDL) Third-Party Test Administrator with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Qualified individuals may take the Road Test for CDL Cass A, B, and C.

To schedule a CDL road test, the tester must have a current CDL permit issued by FLHSMV with the proper endorsements and have successfully completed the Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) required Theory and Behind-The-Wheel Training at a training provider of their choice. Please note that The College of the Florida Keys does not offer ELDT training.

Once your training is complete, contact the Testing Center so that we may gather the necessary documents to schedule your road test. You will need to complete an application for Community Education on the College’s website. The road test requires you to provide your own vehicle, registration, proof of insurance, driver’s license, and CDL permit.

Payment is due four (4) business days before the test date via credit card by phone at the Business Office 305-809-3186, or in person 5901 College Road, Building A, Key West, FL 33040.

For more information, contact Melissa Hertzog at 305-809-3156 or by email at melissa.hertzog@cfk.edu.

 

Fees

CDL Class A $700         Retake $475

CDL Class B $700         Retake $475

CDL Class C $550         Retake $400