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Money-Back Guarantee

Money-Back Guarantee Program

Section 1011.803, Florida Statutes (F.S.), establishes the Money-back Guarantee (MBG) Program, requiring educational entities to refund the cost of tuition to students unable to find a job in the field in which the student was trained within six (6) months of completion of select workforce education programs used to prepare students for in-demand, middle-level to high-level wage occupations. George Stone Technical College (GSTC) has designated the following programs as eligible MBG programs:

  • Welding Technology – Advanced
  • Aviation Powerplant Mechanics
  • Florida Law Enforcement Academy
  • Emergency Medical Technician – ATD
  • Firefighter
  • Paramedic – ATD

Students are only eligible for a refund for out-of-pocket expenses. Students must meet ALL of the requirements listed below to be eligible for a refund:

  • Student attendance - Student must have attended 90% or more scheduled hours for the entirety of the program.
  • Student program performance - Student must have earned a B+ (87-89) or higher on all coursework. Student must also participate in an internship or work-study program when applicable.
  • Job search documentation - Student must show documentation that they have applied for a minimum of 5 jobs and have scheduled interviews, as well as attended one Career Fair.
  • Development of a student career plan with the institution’s career services department- Student must have done the following:
    • Met with GSTC’s Job Placement Coordinator at least once during enrollment
    • Earned a Ready to Work Credential (Level 4 or better)
    • Submitted an updated resume (on file)
    • Completed the GSTC exit survey
    • Met all other requirements for program completion and obtained any licensures or industry certifications needed for employment in their field

If you think you qualify for the Money-back guarantee or are interested in learning more, please
contact the Job Placement Coordinator at 850-941-6200 ext. 201217.