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 2024 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 32 students attended Western Area Career & Technology Center in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 1 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 4 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 4 (full-time) and 4 (part-time).
| Student Population | 32 |
|---|---|
| Number of Faculty | 5 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 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. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
73% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $7,018 (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 | $7,018 |
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, 10 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 10 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Western Area Career & Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 10 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 10 completers |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 10 |
| Total | 10 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 32 students have enrolled into Western Area Career & Technology Center. By gender, 2 male and 30 female students are attending the school.
There are 25 White (78.13%), 7 Black/African American (21.88%), and 0 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 32 | 2 | 30 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Hispanic | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 25 | 2 | 23 |
| 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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