West Plains, MO is home to South Central Career Center. West Plains is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at South Central Career Center go up to the Certificate.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
South Central Career Center has 89 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
More complete details are provided below.
South Central Career Center
610 E Olden
West Plains, MO 65775
General Phone: (417) 256-2256
http://zizzers.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 41 | licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 12 | surgical tech |
| Office and Administration | 10 | administrative assistant |
| Mechanics and Repair | 8 | automobile mechanics, HVAC, computer repair, autobody repair |
| Production Trades | 5 | welding, machine shop assistant |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 3 | chef training |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 2 | commercial art |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | drafting |
Number of programs and degrees for South Central Career Center in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 67 | 11 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 15 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, South Central Career Center had a total enrollment of 89 students (98 full-time equivalent).
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 19% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
| Part-Time | 75 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 81% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of West Plains, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
South Central Career Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 542400)
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets South Central Career Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
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