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College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 6375 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89146 · Phone: (702) 651-5000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Aug 2025 · Other · Commission on English Language Program Accreditation; Apr 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
College of Southern Nevada is a public trade school in Las Vegas, NV offering CNA classes, EMT training, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of College of Southern Nevada carry a median debt of $8,000 and earn a median of $38,087 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate relative to the state average of 70.4% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for College of Southern Nevada; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 29.7% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $36,940 | $45,490 | $47,990 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,060 | $37,560 | $48,850 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,280 | $45,760 | $52,710 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,530 | $61,520 | $76,670 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $36,410 | $62,380 | $78,650 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $41,040 | $60,510 | $76,590 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $33,500 | $48,290 | $73,790 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $65,710 | $82,910 | $103,830 |
| Dental assistants | $36,870 | $47,110 | $48,450 |
| Construction laborers | $36,400 | $48,990 | $64,720 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $48,770 | $68,410 | $80,950 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $61,750 | $76,160 | $79,570 |
| Dental hygienists | $99,800 | $115,290 | $121,730 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,330 | $75,480 | $84,930 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,990 | $50,300 | $65,160 |
| Medical assistants | $37,400 | $45,200 | $47,330 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $42,210 | $61,610 | $89,550 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nevada (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 | 252 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 136 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 73 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 49 | $26,109 | $20,824 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 43 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 41 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 21 | $33,046 | $42,123 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $58,687 | $62,012 | $10,433 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | $58,687 | $62,012 | $10,433 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | $73,949 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 13 | $40,440 | $40,467 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $58,687 | $62,012 | $10,433 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 9 | $33,046 | $42,123 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $58,687 | $62,012 | $10,433 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | $33,046 | $42,123 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $34,704 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Associate degree | 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
College of Southern Nevada is a public trade and career training campus in Las Vegas, Nevada. It holds accreditation through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school. Among its 31 program offerings, the most-completed trade programs are CNA classes (252 completers), EMT and paramedic training (197 completers), and phlebotomy classes (73 completers).
In terms of outcomes, the completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is listed at 70.4 percent. Median debt for graduates is reported at $8,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,087. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 29.7 percent of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of students from lower-income backgrounds.
With 832 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 27,252 in a large city setting, this campus offers a range of program families spanning healthcare support (CNA, phlebotomy, medical assistant), emergency response (EMT), and skilled trades (welding, HVAC, plumbing, diesel and auto mechanics). The mix of shorter certificate-style programs alongside longer allied health tracks may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. To verify accreditation status and outcome data directly, consult the listed accreditors or the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
College of Southern Nevada offers 31 trade and career programs, with the most completions in CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and phlebotomy classes. Other program families include welding, HVAC, culinary, auto and diesel mechanics, dental assisting, and medical billing and coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, 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, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is listed at 70.4 percent.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates of this school is reported at $8,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,087, 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 (702) 651-5000 or visit https://www.csn.edu/ for current tuition figures.
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 for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided for this campus. Contact the school directly to ask about program duration for a specific trade.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the program-specific accreditors listed, or review outcome data directly at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?182005.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school at (702) 651-5000 to ask about licensing requirements for a specific program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact College of Southern Nevada at (702) 651-5000 or visit https://www.csn.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in the data provided. Check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?182005 to compare outcomes with other 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.