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Clover Park Technical College or CPTC is located in Lakewood, Washington, 68 kilometers south of Seattle. The college was founded by the Clover Park School District in 1942 as a vocational school, with a vision to train the civilians. The college enrolls more than 3,500 full time and over 18,000 part time students. The areas of study offered in the college include:
The campus of CPTC consists of over 120 acres. The college is home to I-91 FM-KVTI, a student operated radio station, and CollegeVision, which is an educational cable channel available in Pierce County.
Clover Park Technical College is in a large suburb, in Lakewood, WA. The school is classified as a public college. Students at Clover Park Technical College earn degrees up to the Associate's degree.
There are more programs of study at the school than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at Clover Park Technical College include hospitality and computer science and engineering.
All qualified applicants are admitted as the school offers open admission.
Some professors at Clover Park Technical College are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 9,829 students (4,207 full-time equivalent). Adults changing careers are relatively common at Clover Park Technical College.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our Mission is to provide education leading to competencies that meet business and industry standards for the diverse workforce of today and tomorrow."
More complete details are provided below.
Clover Park Technical College
4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW
Lakewood, WA 98499-4004
General Phone: (253) 589-5800
http://www.cptc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 262 | phlebotomy, pharmacy tech, dental assistant, medical assistant, medical coding, surgical tech, medical lab assistant, health diagnostic professions, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 222 | nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 101 | computer support, computer security, computer networking, web design, computer programming, data processing tech |
| Medical Administration | 98 | health unit coordinator, medical office assistant, health and medical administrative |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 91 | aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, cosmetology |
| Mechanics and Repair | 70 | automobile mechanics, autobody repair, vehicle maintenance, HVAC |
| Therapy and Counseling | 69 | massage therapy, mental and social health services, substance abuse counseling |
| Engineering Technician | 31 | environmental engineering tech, quality and safety tech, architectural engineering tech, telecommunications tech, mechanical engineering tech |
| Hospitality | 30 | travel services |
| Business and Management | 30 | call center operation, accounting technology, marketing, human resources |
| Media | 21 | desktop publishing and imaging, radio and TV tech |
| Construction Trades | 20 | construction trades |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 18 | floristry, landscaping |
| Design | 13 | interior design |
| Education and Teaching | 13 | early childhood education, teacher aide |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 11 | fire protection, security and protective services |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 11 | chef training, restaurant and catering management |
| Production Trades | 9 | machinist, upholsterer, welding |
| Office and Administration | 4 | office management, general office occupations |
| Transportation | 4 | commercial pilot and flight crew |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 2 | dietitian assistant |
| Law | 1 | legal secretary |
Number of programs and degrees for Clover Park Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 670 | 31 |
| Associate's degree | 304 | 36 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 157 | 15 |
In 2007-2008, Clover Park Technical College had a total enrollment of 9,829 students (4,207 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 64% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 23% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 4% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 19% |
| 50-64 | 30% |
| 65+ | 7% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Washington | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 59 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lakewood, Washington for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Washington Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,632 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,632 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Clover Park Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 575200)
Clover Park Technical College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 32 | 41 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 4 | 8 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 3 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 34 | $60,969 | 45 | $62,117 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 2 | * | 5 | $63,435 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 36 | $60,483 | 50 | $62,249 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $55,663 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 3 | $55,663 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Systems Security
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Construction Trades, Other
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians, Other
Telecommunications Technology/Technician
HOSPITALITY
Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Floriculture/Floristry Operations and Management
Landscaping and Groundskeeping
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, Other
MEDIA
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Histologic Technician
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietitian Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
Office Management and Supervision
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Upholstery/Upholsterer
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Fire Protection, Other
Security and Protective Services, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
TRANSPORTATION
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Clover Park Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 3% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in hospitality (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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