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Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County
Scranton, Pennsylvania · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 3201 Rockwell Ave, Scranton, PA 18508 · Phone: (570) 346-8728 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County is a public trade school in Scranton, PA offering LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 57.1% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $17,200 and median earnings of $45,555 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County is reported as $26,736, federal financial aid can be used here, and 66.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,500 | $63,940 | $72,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 42 | $37,339 | $32,119 | $14,795 |
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
Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County is a public trade and career school located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may qualify for FAFSA funding and Pell Grants. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools. The school's main program area is LPN/LVN training, with 42 completers reported in the program family.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 57.1%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $17,200. Ten years after entry, former students had median earnings of $45,555. The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,736, and 66.1% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body has financial need. Program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its single focus on LPN programs, this campus may suit students seeking a fast entry into nursing-adjacent work rather than those wanting broad program options; whether it fits adult career-changers depends on program length and setting, not reported here. Enrollment is small (113 undergraduates), consistent with a focused vocational campus in a small city locale. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the accreditors listed and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers LPN/LVN programs, with 42 completers reported in this single program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 57.1%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $17,200, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $45,555, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,736.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition and government oversight compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (570) 346-8728 or via https://www.ctclc.edu/Domain/138 for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?246071.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; the single LPN program focus suggests a targeted path, but fit for career-changers depends on schedule details available directly from the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about licensing requirements tied to its LPN programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County at (570) 346-8728 or visit https://www.ctclc.edu/Domain/138.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This is not reported in federal data provided; prospective students should compare completion rates, costs, and earnings using the College Scorecard for nearby schools.
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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.