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Central Carolina Technical College
Sumter, South Carolina · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 506 N Guignard Dr, Sumter, SC 29150 · Phone: (803) 778-1961 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Central Carolina Technical College is a public trade school in Sumter, South Carolina offering welding, medical assistant, and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Central Carolina Technical College has a 34.3% completion rate, below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%, with median graduate debt of $9,977 and median earnings of $32,603 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Central Carolina Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and 44.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,720 | $49,980 | $58,370 |
| Medical assistants | $34,730 | $41,160 | $46,950 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,500 | $42,120 | $47,810 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,240 | $54,280 | $62,650 |
| Machinists | $38,270 | $57,970 | $65,290 |
| Surgical technologists | $38,830 | $62,160 | $67,080 |
| Massage therapists | $17,340 | $58,000 | $74,040 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,200 | $48,100 | $63,610 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,170 | $56,610 | $62,990 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Carolina (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 42 | $31,251 | $29,461 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $23,820 | $23,087 | $10,056 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $23,820 | $23,087 | $10,056 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $28,131 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $31,251 | $29,461 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | $22,940 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | 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
Central Carolina Technical College is a public trade and career school in Sumter, South Carolina. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for programs. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing programs specifically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Its most-awarded trade programs are welding (42 completions), medical assistant training (14), and pharmacy technician training (14), among nine program families that also include HVAC, CNC machining, surgical technology, massage therapy, auto mechanics, and medical billing and coding.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 34.3%, below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,977, and median earnings ten years after entry are $32,603. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 44.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
This campus, located in a small city setting, offers a mix of short career-certificate programs and longer associate-degree tracks across skilled trades and healthcare support fields, which may suit adults returning to school or changing careers, though exact program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and confirm program details with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Central Carolina Technical College offers nine program families, most notably welding, medical assistant, and pharmacy technician programs, along with HVAC, CNC machining, surgical technology, massage therapy, auto mechanics, and medical billing and coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
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 Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 34.3%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,977, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $32,603, 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 (803) 778-1961 or via https://www.cctech.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Central Carolina Technical College is a public institution, which generally means lower published tuition rates and eligibility for state as well as federal funding.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official outcome and accreditation data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?218858.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a range of trade and healthcare-support programs in a small-city setting, which may suit adults seeking career-focused training, though specific program lengths and scheduling are not detailed in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials, if any, are needed for a specific program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Central Carolina Technical College by phone at (803) 778-1961 or visit https://www.cctech.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?218858 to compare outcomes 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.