Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Cape Girardeau, MO. It offers 21 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (2/22/2015 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $8,400. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 1,350 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $8,400 | $1,935 | 1,350 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | $4,500 | $2,752 | 1,100 Hours | 10 Months | $4,986 |
| 3 | Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology | $2,900 | $62 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $16,903 |
| 4 | Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator | $2,900 | $62 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | - |
| 5 | Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | $2,900 | $62 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $7,500 |
| 6 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $4,600 | $1,181 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 159 students attended Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 35 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 5 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 67 (full-time) and 10 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center is 71% and the retention rate is 84% at the school.
| Student Population | 159 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 71% |
| Number of Faculty | 40 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 12 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center is $8,400
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
46% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,491 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $8,400 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,935 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $16,308 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $28,260 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,491 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center offers 21 career programs for 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 92 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 20 | 0 | 90 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 21 | 0 | 92 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 92 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 90 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 2 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | ✕ | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 159 students have enrolled into Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center. By gender, 69 male and 90 female students are attending the school.
There are 118 White (74.21%), 29 Black/African American (18.24%), 2 Hispanic (1.26%), 1 Asian (0.63%), and 11 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 159 | 69 | 90 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 29 | 4 | 25 |
| Hispanic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Two More | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1080 S. Silver Springs Rd., Cape Girardeau, MO
- 573-334-0826
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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