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Community College of Denver
Denver, Colorado · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 1111 W. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80204 · Phone: (303) 556-2600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Community College of Denver is a public trade school in Denver, Colorado, offering welding, CNA, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Community College of Denver carry a median debt of $12,495 and earn a median of $39,095 ten years after entry. Completion rate for this campus specifically is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Community College of Denver does participate in Title IV federal financial aid, and about 30.7% 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 | $44,100 | $58,590 | $69,540 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,690 | $47,380 | $49,920 |
| Phlebotomists | $39,400 | $47,180 | $49,520 |
| Surgical technologists | $51,040 | $75,740 | $83,000 |
| Dental hygienists | $95,680 | $109,580 | $125,470 |
| Medical assistants | $39,130 | $48,400 | $55,570 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $63,270 | $87,760 | $103,780 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,820 | $73,880 | $79,800 |
| Machinists | $44,650 | $60,200 | $74,110 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Colorado (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, 300–899 hours | 104 | $24,328 | $27,488 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 79 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 25 | $52,604 | $44,021 | $12,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $65,734 | $65,320 | $21,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | $36,848 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 15 | $42,992 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $24,328 | $27,488 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | $34,231 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $52,604 | $44,021 | $12,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Community College of Denver is a public trade and career school located in Denver, Colorado. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its dental program holds accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. The school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. Among its 14 program families, the campus awards the most completions in welding schools (115), CNA classes (104), and phlebotomy classes (25).
In terms of outcomes, the school reported 346 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 5,096. The state average completion rate is 69.2%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,495, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $39,095. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 30.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus, situated in a large city, offers a mix of short career-training programs (such as CNA and phlebotomy classes) and longer technical programs (such as welding and dental hygiene), which may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers depending on the specific program length and format — details on program length are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and the Commission on Dental Accreditation, and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Community College of Denver offers 14 program families, with the most completions in welding schools (115), CNA classes (104), and phlebotomy classes (25). Other program families include surgical technology, dental hygiene, medical assisting, radiology technology, LPN, and CNC machining.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Its dental program is additionally accredited by 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 students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus-specific completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 69.2%. Check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,495, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $39,095, 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 at (303) 556-2600 or visit https://www.ccd.edu/ for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Community College of Denver is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates than private for-profit schools, though cost figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the Commission on Dental Accreditation, and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?126942.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short programs (CNA, phlebotomy) and longer technical programs (welding, dental hygiene), which may fit different scheduling needs, but specific adult learner accommodations are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for information specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Community College of Denver at (303) 556-2600 or visit their website at https://www.ccd.edu/ to learn about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this data; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons of similar 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.