Washington County Career Center is in Marietta, OH. Marietta is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Washington County Career Center issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Certificate.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include engineering technician, construction trades, and production trades.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
Approximately 273 students study at the school (in 2007-2008). Many of the students at Washington County Career Center are in their forties, or even older. The school is essentially a male school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of the Washington County Joint Vocational School District is to provide career options through technical and academic education in a secure environment, resulting in knowledgeable and skilled individuals who are prepared for future opportunities and productive citizenship."
More complete details are provided below.
Washington County Career Center Adult Technical Training
21740 St. Rt. 676
Marietta, OH 45750
General Phone: (740) 373-6283
http://www.mycareerschool.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Administration | 42 | medical secretary |
| Mechanics and Repair | 20 | industrial mechanics |
| Engineering Technician | 18 | instrumentation tech, industrial production tech |
| Construction Trades | 14 | construction trades |
| Production Trades | 3 | welding |
Number of programs and degrees for Washington County Career Center in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 55 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 42 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Washington County Career Center had a total enrollment of 273 students (274 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
| Part-Time | 29 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 93% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Marietta, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Washington County Career Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3034200)
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Construction Trades, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Washington County Career Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (for open-admission colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
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