Washington County Career Center can be found in Marietta, Ohio (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at Washington County Career Center.
The most common majors at the school are in transportation and engineering technician.
Washington County Career Center is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications. People attending the school come from a variety of states around the country.
In 2005, 266 students were enrolled in Washington County Career Center. Older adults are in evidence at the school, often seeking career changing education. A very high share of students at Washington County Career Center are male.
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
Admissions Phone: (740) 373-6283
http://www.mycareerschool.com
Washington County Career Center awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 66 | truck and bus driver |
| Engineering Technician | 25 | industrial production tech, instrumentation tech |
| Medical Adminstration | 12 | medical secretary |
| Construction Trades | 10 | construction trades |
| Production Trades | 8 | welding |
| Mechanics And Repair | 5 | industrial mechanics |
Number of programs and degrees for Washington County Career Center in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 66 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 60 | 6 |
In 2005, Washington County Career Center had a total enrollment of 266 students (177 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 98% |
| Black | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 25% |
| 50-64 | 25% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 53% |
| West Virginia | 47% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
| Part-Time | 98 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 68% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Marietta, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (740) 373-6283
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 ADMINSTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
TRANSPORTATION
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Washington County Career Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
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Engineering Technician
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