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Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS
Hackensack, New Jersey · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 190 Hackensack Avenue, Hackensack, NJ 07601 · Phone: 20134360002288 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is a public trade school in Hackensack, NJ offering HVAC, plumbing, and electrician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS has a 91.0% completion rate, above the state average of 61.9%, with median graduate debt of $3,608 and median earnings of $49,739 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is $15,891, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 27.1% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,020 | $74,450 | $96,910 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $48,720 | $78,240 | $106,830 |
| Electricians | $48,570 | $77,250 | $121,110 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $29,319 | $24,863 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | $31,305 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $31,420 | $30,409 | $5,016 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is a public trade and career training campus located in Hackensack, New Jersey. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for their programs. The campus's top programs are HVAC schools, plumbing schools, and electrician schools, together covering three program families and serving 106 undergraduate students.
Federal data show a completion rate of 91.0%, which is above the state average of 61.9% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $3,608, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $49,739. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,891, and 27.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income students are served here.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, skills-based training in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical trades rather than a traditional multi-year degree path; the setting in a large suburb near Hackensack may also appeal to local career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and detailed outcomes directly through the Council on Occupational Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, and contact the school directly for details not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers HVAC schools, plumbing schools, and electrician schools, with 23, 23, and 20 completers reported respectively.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a current status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grant funding can be used by eligible students.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 91.0%, which is above the New Jersey state average of 61.9% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $3,608, according to federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $49,739.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $15,891.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means it operates under state oversight and may have lower costs than for-profit alternatives; specifics on tuition policy are not reported here beyond cost of attendance.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the number or website provided to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?183983.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused trade programs in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work in a large suburban setting, which may suit adults seeking hands-on skills training, though specific scheduling details for working adults are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for guidance on trade-specific licensing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 20134360002288 or visit its website at https://www.bergen.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=4343 for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; prospective students can use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across similar institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.