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Anoka Technical College
Anoka, Minnesota · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 1355 Highway 10 West, Anoka, MN 55303 · Phone: (763) 433-1100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Anoka Technical College is a public trade school in Anoka, Minnesota, offering CNA classes, welding, and EMT training, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Anoka Technical College has a 66.5% completion rate versus a 48.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,000 and median earnings of $47,746 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Anoka Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 33.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $38,010 | $46,680 | $49,330 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,690 | $60,280 | $65,410 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,340 | $48,090 | $52,940 |
| Machinists | $46,550 | $61,140 | $74,650 |
| Medical records specialists | $48,120 | $61,530 | $70,070 |
| Electricians | $47,480 | $78,160 | $101,410 |
| Medical assistants | $40,110 | $50,480 | $58,540 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,700 | $63,750 | $71,270 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,310 | $58,390 | $73,250 |
| Surgical technologists | $62,820 | $80,210 | $86,420 |
| Construction laborers | $42,950 | $60,260 | $79,710 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 103 | $38,520 | $34,603 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 64 | not reported | not reported | $14,750 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 64 | $43,787 | $42,682 | $7,145 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 61 | $43,787 | $42,682 | $7,145 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 50 | $40,081 | $44,384 | $12,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | $35,382 | $36,848 | $14,750 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 33 | $38,520 | $34,603 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $43,787 | $42,682 | $7,145 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | $55,361 | $49,996 | $13,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | $14,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 16 | $34,650 | $34,704 | $15,416 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 16 | $38,779 | $36,488 | $24,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $55,361 | $49,996 | $13,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 12 | $31,598 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $43,787 | $42,682 | $7,145 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | $34,650 | $34,704 | $15,416 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | $52,941 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | $52,941 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 6 | $43,787 | $42,682 | $7,145 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $38,520 | $34,603 | $9,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Anoka Technical College is a public trade and career school in Anoka, Minnesota, located in a large suburb. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy. Across its 22 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in CNA classes (104 completers), welding schools (103 completers), and EMT & paramedic training (87 completers), alongside offerings in CNC machining, medical billing and coding, electrician training, medical assisting, LPN programs, auto mechanics, surgical technology, and construction trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 66.5%, above the Minnesota state average of 48.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,000, and median earnings ten years after entry are $47,746. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 33.3% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of lower-income enrollment. Total undergraduate enrollment is 1,684, with 585 trade-program completers recorded.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade credentials such as CNA, welding, or EMT training rather than a multi-year degree; program length details beyond enrollment counts are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm specific schedules directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, prospective students can check the Higher Learning Commission's records and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Anoka Technical College offers 22 program families, with the most completions in CNA classes, welding schools, and EMT & paramedic training. It also offers CNC machining, medical billing and coding, electrician training, medical assisting, LPN programs, auto mechanics, surgical technology, and construction trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. It holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 66.5%, which is above the Minnesota state average of 48.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $47,746, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (763) 433-1100 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Anoka Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition costs for state residents and accountability to state oversight.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to confirm schedules for individual programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?172954.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's offerings in shorter-format trade credentials like CNA, welding, and EMT training may suit career changers, though specific program lengths and formats are not detailed in this data; confirm directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Anoka Technical College at (763) 433-1100 or through its website at https://www.anokatech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across 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.