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Davis Technical College

Kaysville, Utah · Public technical college · Training programs available:

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57%completion rate · Utah avg 77%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$41,916median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$41,734median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$14,436annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing | Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 550 E 300 S, Kaysville, UT 84037 · Phone: (801) 593-2500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jun 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Council on Occupational Education; Dec 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Davis Technical College is a public trade school in Kaysville, Utah, offering CNA classes, EMT training, and esthetician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Davis Technical College's completion rate is 56.7%, below Utah's state average of 77.4%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,734, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Davis Technical College is $14,436, and the school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV). About 8.0% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Davis Technical Colle… Davis Technical Colle…: 56.7% 56.7% Utah average Utah average: 77.4% 77.4% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Nursing assistants$34,870$39,840$44,350
Emergency medical technicians$31,410$38,930$44,000
Skincare specialists$26,810$45,490$58,090
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$37,480$63,230$74,580
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$21,810$35,140$51,130
Phlebotomists$35,800$40,630$44,860
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$30,460$46,570$62,400
Electricians$39,940$62,000$79,310
Manicurists and pedicurists$20,410$28,820$38,940
Dental assistants$35,380$37,760$45,770
Chefs and head cooks$27,940$59,060$75,830
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$43,850$58,380$66,870
Medical assistants$35,890$45,360$48,170
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters$43,860$61,900$77,440
Pharmacy technicians$37,860$48,140$52,570
Machinists$43,160$61,280$74,390
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists$46,970$64,350$74,930
Surgical technologists$45,760$62,720$76,950
Medical records specialists$35,720$52,870$65,360
Construction laborers$34,890$46,550$55,250
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$37,570$58,730$71,960

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, under 300 hours 176 $17,440 not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 119 $20,866 $13,702 not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, under 300 hours 113 $27,046 $20,687 not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 110 $17,440 not reported not reported
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Certificate, under 300 hours 89 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 79 $20,866 $13,702 not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 300–899 hours 58 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 57 $20,866 $13,702 not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 56 not reported not reported not reported
Culinary Arts and Related Services Certificate, 1–2 years 51 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 50 $38,449 $33,993 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 39 $28,296 $28,598 not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 35 $27,046 $20,687 not reported
Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 34 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 33 $27,046 $20,687 not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 29 $38,449 $33,993 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 27 $28,296 $28,598 not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 25 $33,834 not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, under 300 hours 21 $33,834 not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 21 $28,296 $28,598 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 18 $20,866 $13,702 not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 1–2 years 14 $20,919 not reported not reported
Carpenters Certificate, 300–899 hours 8 not reported not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 300–899 hours 3 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 1–2 years 2 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.

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About this school

Davis Technical College is a public trade and career-training campus in Kaysville, Utah. It participates in federal student aid programs (Title IV), and it holds accreditation from the Council on Occupational Education and, for its nursing programs, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Across 25 program families, the campus awards the most completions in CNA classes (176), EMT & paramedic training (134), and esthetician programs (119), alongside offerings in welding, HVAC, dental assisting, and other trades.

Federal data show a completion rate of 56.7%, which is below the Utah state average of 77.4%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,734. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $14,436. About 8.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.

With 3,027 undergraduates and 1,267 trade completers reported, this large-suburb campus offers a wide range of short, career-focused certificate and diploma programs across health care, skilled trades, and technical fields. Because specific program lengths are not detailed in this data, prospective students — including adult career-changers — should confirm schedule and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, check the Council on Occupational Education and ACEN accreditor listings, and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Davis Technical College offers 25 program families, with the most completions in CNA classes, EMT & paramedic training, and esthetician programs. Other offerings include welding, HVAC, dental assisting, cosmetology, and construction trades.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, 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, the school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, and about 8.0% 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 56.7%, which is below the Utah state average of 77.4%.

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 (801) 593-2500 or check the College Scorecard for updates.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,734.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is reported at $14,436.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Davis Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal funding compared to for-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and ACEN, and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?230162.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The campus offers short, career-focused certificate programs in fields like CNA, EMT, and esthetics, but specific schedule and format details for adult learners are not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm fit.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements vary by program (e.g., CNA, EMT) and are not detailed in this data; contact the school at (801) 593-2500 or visit https://www.davistech.edu/ for specifics.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Davis Technical College at (801) 593-2500 or visit https://www.davistech.edu/ for application details.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?230162 to compare institutions.

Nearby trade and career schools in Utah

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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.

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