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Diman Regional Technical Institute
Fall River, Massachusetts · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 1082 Davol St. 2nd floor, Fall River, MA 02720 · Phone: 5086722970113 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Diman Regional Technical Institute is a public trade school in Fall River, Massachusetts, offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Diman Regional Technical Institute has a 75.0% completion rate versus a 59.7% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $10,015, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Diman Regional Technical Institute is $26,004, federal financial aid is accepted, and about 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $61,690 | $80,220 | $84,570 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (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, 1–2 years | 31 | $50,451 | $49,312 | $9,500 |
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
Diman Regional Technical Institute is a public trade school in Fall River, Massachusetts. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Technical and Career Institutions, and students can use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) here because the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus focuses on a single program family, LPN / LVN programs, which accounted for 31 completers in recent federal data.
Federal outcome data shows a completion rate of 75.0%, above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,015. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,004, and about 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus is likely to suit students seeking a focused path into practical nursing rather than a broad menu of trades, though program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Adult learners and career changers considering LPN work should verify current accreditation status and review the full outcomes record on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since the figures above reflect only what federal data currently reports.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Diman Regional Technical Institute offers LPN / LVN programs, with 31 program completers reported in federal data. This is the only program family listed for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Technical and Career Institutions. Its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 75.0%, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,015, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for any updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,004.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Diman Regional Technical Institute is a public institution, which typically means lower relative costs and public oversight compared with for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the number or website listed to confirm scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcomes data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?165608.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a focused LPN / LVN program track, which may suit those seeking a specific nursing credential, though fit for adult career changers depends on scheduling details not reported in federal data. Contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The program family is LPN / LVN programs, which typically leads to licensure as a practical or vocational nurse; specific licensing requirements are not detailed in federal data, so confirm with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Diman Regional Technical Institute at 508-672-2970 or through its website, https://www.dimanregional.org/lpn.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across 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.