TALLAHASSEE, Fla., September 30, 2025 – Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas announced a $40 million investment through the Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Grant Program (Workforce CAP) to expand workforce education programs across the state. This funding supports 49 programs, increasing workforce capacity statewide by 59 percent. Since its launch in 2023, the state has invested a total of $240 million in Workforce CAP, reinforcing Florida’s commitment to equipping students with the skills needed to excel in high-demand industries.
Among the institutions receiving awards, the School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) was awarded $521,325 to support the expansion of programs in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Through this funding, Treasure Coast Technical College (TCTC) will launch a new 300-hour Emergency Medical Technician program designed to serve both adult and high school students. The program prepares students for employment as EMTs, providing hands-on training to function at the basic pre-hospital level, where they will learn to assess and treat various medical and trauma conditions using professional equipment and materials. Students who complete the program will be prepared for state certification as an EMT, establishing a direct pathway for those interested in pursuing careers as Firefighters or Paramedics.
Workforce CAP funding will also be used to retrofit space and purchase equipment for a new EMT lab at TCTC, creating a state-of-the-art training environment.
“Florida’s workforce is stronger than ever because we are investing directly in students and the programs that prepare them for success,” said Commissioner Kamoutsas. “This $40 million investment expands opportunities across the state, giving students access to cutting-edge training and ensuring Florida remains the best place to build a career.”
This new investment underscores SDIRC’s commitment to expanding access to high-quality, in-demand workforce training opportunities that prepare students for success in both postsecondary education and the workforce.