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Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, New Mexico · Public community college
Address: 525 Buena Vista Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 · Phone: (505) 224-3000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Central New Mexico Community College is a public trade and career school in Albuquerque, NM offering EMT & paramedic training, electrician training, and CNA classes, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Central New Mexico Community College has a 31.2% completion rate, below the state average of 42.9%, with median graduate debt of $6,612 and median earnings of $36,869 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Central New Mexico Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 26.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Mexico (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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 228 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 112 | not reported | $23,456 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 88 | $23,472 | $27,403 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 74 | $45,355 | $41,565 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 74 | $31,473 | $26,739 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 73 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 58 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 54 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 41 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 36 | $40,469 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | $23,456 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 29 | $20,613 | $17,859 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $31,473 | $26,739 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | $28,672 | $28,381 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $24,478 | $27,527 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $41,746 | $48,326 | $5,374 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 19 | $36,535 | $45,128 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 18 | $30,478 | $29,685 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $41,746 | $48,326 | $5,374 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $41,746 | $48,326 | $5,374 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | $32,925 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 13 | $21,957 | $20,869 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $31,473 | $26,739 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $31,473 | $26,739 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $26,823 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $31,473 | $26,739 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $28,672 | $28,381 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 8 | $40,469 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $41,746 | $48,326 | $5,374 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | $26,823 | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | $30,478 | $29,685 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | $21,957 | $20,869 | 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 New Mexico Community College is a public community college in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Among its 43 trade and career program families, the most-awarded programs are EMT & paramedic training, electrician training, and CNA classes.
According to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the campus has a completion rate of 31.2%, which is below the state average of 42.9%. Graduates who take out loans carry a median debt of $6,612, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,869. About 26.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 15,203 undergraduates and 1,301 trade program completers, this large-city campus offers a wide range of program families spanning healthcare, skilled trades, and technical fields. The presence of both short-term certificate programs and longer allied-health tracks suggests options for both first-time students and adults changing careers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Central New Mexico Community College offers 43 program families including EMT & paramedic training, electrician schools, and CNA classes, among many other trade and healthcare fields.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 31.2%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $6,612, according to the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,869, per the College Scorecard.
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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though this does not guarantee any specific outcome.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the provided data; contact the school or check individual program pages for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?187532.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a broad mix of certificate and associate-level trade programs in a large-city setting, which may suit adult career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Central New Mexico Community College at (505) 224-3000 or through its website at https://www.cnm.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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.