Western Area Career & Technology Center
Western Area Career & Technology Center is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Canonsburg, PA. It offers 1 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools (12/1/1994 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Western Area Career & Technology Center is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $18,480. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 1,504 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 13 months.
The following table shows the 1 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Western Area Career & Technology Center.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $18,480 | $1,550 | 1,504 Hours | 13 Months | $18,035 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 23 students attended Western Area Career & Technology Center in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 3 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 7 (full-time) and 1 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Western Area Career & Technology Center is 100% and the retention rate is 50% at the school.
| Student Population | 23 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 100% |
| Number of Faculty | 4 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Western Area Career & Technology Center is $18,480
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
89% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,813 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,480 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,550 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $7,150 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $3,965 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,813 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Western Area Career & Technology Center offers 1 career programs for 2 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, 9 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 9 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Western Area Career & Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 9 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 9 completers |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 9 |
| Total | 9 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 23 students have enrolled into Western Area Career & Technology Center. All enrolled students are female at the school
There are 17 White (73.91%), 6 Black/African American (26.09%), and 0 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Hispanic | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 688 Western Avenue, Canonsburg, PA
- 724-746-2890
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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