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Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, Georgia · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 980 S Cobb Drive Dr SE, Marietta, GA 30060 · Phone: (770) 528-4545 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Chattahoochee Technical College is a public trade school in Marietta, Georgia offering auto mechanic, welding, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Chattahoochee Technical College has a 38.3% completion rate, below the state average of 49.7%, and median graduate earnings of $37,138 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Chattahoochee Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 34.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $33,580 | $49,060 | $65,530 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,030 | $48,430 | $58,240 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $36,990 | $56,390 | $66,180 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,300 | $37,680 | $42,980 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,310 | $34,560 | $48,730 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $38,150 | $57,050 | $68,780 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $33,910 | $45,550 | $48,400 |
| Medical assistants | $34,270 | $41,600 | $46,870 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $46,010 | $62,030 | $70,690 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $45,890 | $61,370 | $75,340 |
| Dental assistants | $36,410 | $46,840 | $48,960 |
| Machinists | $37,060 | $52,610 | $64,180 |
| Surgical technologists | $40,390 | $64,010 | $78,410 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,260 | $51,550 | $64,840 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $49,730 | $74,550 | $85,300 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $43,300 | $66,230 | $90,350 |
| Phlebotomists | $34,600 | $45,840 | $50,250 |
| Construction laborers | $27,880 | $38,990 | $46,950 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 209 | $27,901 | $30,409 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 184 | $32,188 | $28,960 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 129 | $39,233 | $46,321 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 123 | $33,785 | $39,585 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 82 | $38,603 | $37,424 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 77 | $16,494 | $22,192 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 39 | $16,494 | $22,192 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $33,785 | $39,585 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | $40,243 | $35,416 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $39,233 | $46,321 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 25 | $33,083 | $32,284 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $32,188 | $28,960 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | $27,901 | $30,409 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $43,449 | $46,321 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 16 | $26,482 | $37,568 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $40,243 | $35,416 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $24,604 | $22,602 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $43,449 | $46,321 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 12 | $27,901 | $30,409 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $45,827 | $43,798 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $32,188 | $28,960 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $45,827 | $43,798 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $45,827 | $43,798 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $27,901 | $30,409 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $43,449 | $46,321 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $32,188 | $28,960 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $27,901 | $30,409 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $27,901 | $30,409 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $24,604 | $22,602 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $32,188 | $28,960 | 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
Chattahoochee Technical College is a public trade and career training campus in Marietta, Georgia, located in a large suburb. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from bodies including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Among its 35 program offerings across 18 program families, the campus's most-completed trade programs are auto mechanic schools (264 completers), welding schools (207), and HVAC schools (154).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 38.3%, which is below the state average of 49.7%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $37,138. About 34.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 8,727 undergraduate students and 1,196 trade completers reported, this campus offers a range of short-term certificate and longer training programs across many trade families, which may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Chattahoochee Technical College offers 35 programs across families including auto mechanic, welding, HVAC, CNA, cosmetology, CDL training, and more. The most-completed programs are auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and HVAC schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, primarily by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and about 34.0% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 38.3%, which is below the Georgia state average of 49.7%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (770) 528-4545 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,138, per the U.S. Department of Education 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 at (770) 528-4545 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Chattahoochee Technical College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for state-level funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (770) 528-4545 or visit chattahoocheetech.edu for program-specific timelines.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?140331.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss program options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Chattahoochee Technical College at (770) 528-4545 or visit https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/ for application details.
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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.