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Buckeye Hills Career Center
Rio Grande, Ohio · Public technical college
Address: 351 Buckeye Hills Road, Rio Grande, OH 45674 · Phone: (740) 245-5334 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jun 2024 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Council on Occupational Education.
Buckeye Hills Career Center is a public trade school in Rio Grande, Ohio, offering LPN, heavy equipment operator, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Buckeye Hills Career Center has a 90.3% completion rate versus a 68.8% Ohio state average, with median graduate debt of $8,250 and median earnings of $40,264 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Buckeye Hills Career Center is $23,041, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants, with 44.6% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $46,850 | $64,940 | $92,930 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,110 | $62,420 | $73,790 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,190 | $39,770 | $46,520 |
| Electrical power-line installers and repairers | $58,840 | $93,150 | $104,200 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,990 | $50,340 | $59,510 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,630 | $62,510 | $78,190 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,520 | $36,260 | $57,840 |
| Nursing assistants | $35,060 | $39,010 | $44,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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, 1–2 years | 31 | $32,115 | not reported | $8,981 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $27,071 | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 5 | $32,115 | not reported | $8,981 |
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
Buckeye Hills Career Center is a public trade and career school in Rio Grande, Ohio, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants toward their programs. Its most-awarded programs are LPN / LVN programs, heavy equipment operator schools, and surgical technologist programs, drawn from nine total program families including welding, HVAC, cosmetology, and CNA training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 90.3%, above the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates who take on debt carry a median of $8,250, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $40,264. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,041, and 44.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Enrollment stands at 122 undergraduates, with 141 trade completers reported.
Given its mix of short career-training programs like LPN and surgical tech alongside skilled-trade options like heavy equipment operation and welding, this campus may suit both recent graduates and adults changing careers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in federal data and should be confirmed directly with the school. Located in a distant rural setting, it may serve as a regional training hub. Prospective students should verify accreditation status with the Council on Occupational Education and review current outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Buckeye Hills Career Center offers nine program families, most notably LPN / LVN programs, heavy equipment operator schools, and surgical technologist programs, alongside phlebotomy, lineman, welding, HVAC, cosmetology, and CNA training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants; 44.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 90.3%, which is above the Ohio state average of 68.8%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrow carry a median debt of $8,250, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $40,264.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,041.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Buckeye Hills Career Center is a public institution, which generally means lower relative costs and public accountability compared with for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school directly at (740) 245-5334 or via its website to confirm program schedules.
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 on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?201478.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of career-training programs, including LPN, heavy equipment, and surgical tech, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school directly to learn about specific credentialing tied to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Buckeye Hills Career Center at (740) 245-5334 or through its website, https://www.buckeyehills.net/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data for this campus; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?201478 can be used to look up other institutions for comparison.
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.