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Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
Martinsburg, West Virginia · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 13650 Apple Harvest Drive, Martinsburg, WV 25403 · Phone: (304) 260-4380 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Blue Ridge Community and Technical College is a public trade school in Martinsburg, WV offering medical assistant, culinary, and electrician programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and others.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Blue Ridge Community and Technical College has a 32.3% completion rate, below the state average of 68.5%, with median graduate debt of $13,000 and median earnings of $39,293 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Blue Ridge Community and Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in Title IV federal aid, and about 20.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $30,890 | $37,180 | $41,140 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $40,520 | $61,100 | $82,480 |
| Electricians | $43,620 | $64,810 | $83,920 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,120 | $34,360 | $39,310 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,700 | $48,810 | $60,170 |
| Medical records specialists | $31,610 | $47,360 | $59,950 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in West Virginia (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 12 | $32,461 | $30,771 | $13,479 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | $32,461 | $30,771 | $13,479 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | $24,035 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College is a public trade and career training campus in Martinsburg, West Virginia. The college holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Higher Learning Commission, and it participates in federal student aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for enrollment. Among its 12 program offerings, the campus awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs, culinary & pastry schools, and electrician schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 32.3%, which is below the West Virginia state average of 68.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,293. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 20.4% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served.
This campus, located in a fringe rural setting, serves a mix of program types across medical, culinary, and skilled-trade fields. Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and format. To verify accreditation status and review updated federal outcome data, check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College offers 12 programs, with the most awarded credentials in medical assistant programs, culinary & pastry schools, and electrician schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Higher Learning Commission.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so eligible students can 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 32.3%, which is below the West Virginia state average of 68.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,293, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates and state oversight compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (304) 260-4380 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and scheduling details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to discuss options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Blue Ridge Community and Technical College at (304) 260-4380 or through its website, https://www.blueridgectc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to look up nearby institutions for comparison.
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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.