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Cochise County Community College District
Sierra Vista, Arizona · Public community college
Address: 901 N Colombo Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635 · Phone: (520) 515-0500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cochise County Community College District is a public trade and career school in Sierra Vista, AZ, offering CNA classes, EMT training, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Cochise County Community College District carry a median debt of $6,750 and earn a median of $38,033 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average of 64.4% is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Cochise County Community College District; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 38.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $37,100 | $44,780 | $46,630 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $33,860 | $39,500 | $48,350 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,660 | $49,570 | $65,360 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $48,290 | $75,300 | $86,990 |
| Medical assistants | $38,100 | $45,940 | $48,450 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,970 | $55,600 | $65,660 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $61,050 | $77,070 | $81,860 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $33,970 | $59,890 | $74,990 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,950 | $59,400 | $73,810 |
| Construction laborers | $36,770 | $46,590 | $51,620 |
| Phlebotomists | $38,090 | $46,260 | $47,840 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,530 | $47,630 | $61,350 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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, under 300 hours | 52 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | not reported | $36,134 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | $27,232 | $25,194 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | $36,134 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | 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 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | 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
Cochise County Community College District is a public community college in Sierra Vista, Arizona, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing offerings accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Across 22 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in CNA classes (52 completers), EMT and paramedic training (41), and auto mechanic programs (36), alongside offerings in welding, HVAC, culinary, medical billing and coding, and other career-training fields.
In total, 278 students completed a trade or career program out of an undergraduate enrollment of 3,096. The campus completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is 64.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,750, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,033. About 38.1% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a small city, offers a mix of short career-certificate programs like CNA and EMT training alongside longer technical programs such as auto mechanics, making it a fit for students seeking entry-level certification as well as those pursuing more extensive hands-on training. Adult and career-changer fit cannot be confirmed beyond the program mix listed, since specific schedule or program-length data is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cochise County Community College District offers 22 program families, with the most completers in CNA classes (52), EMT and paramedic training (41), and auto mechanic programs (36). Other offerings include welding, HVAC, culinary, medical billing and coding, and more.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its nursing programs are 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 64.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,750, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,033, 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 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 and eligibility for state and federal funding compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (520) 515-0500 or visit https://www.cochise.edu/ for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review federal outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?104425.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short certificate programs like CNA and EMT training and longer technical programs like auto mechanics, which may suit varying schedules, but specific adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements vary by program and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cochise County Community College District at (520) 515-0500 or through its website, https://www.cochise.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative placement or outcome data against nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?104425 to compare campuses.
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.