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Dorsey College-Woodhaven
Woodhaven, Michigan · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 19810 West Road, Woodhaven, MI 48183 · Phone: (586) 296-3225 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dorsey College-Woodhaven is a private for-profit trade school in Woodhaven, Michigan offering EMT training, LPN programs, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Dorsey College-Woodhaven's completion rate is 48.3%, below the Michigan average of 56.9%, with median graduate debt of $13,000 and median earnings of $29,392 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Dorsey College-Woodhaven; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 59.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,360 | $39,870 | $45,130 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $56,160 | $65,460 | $73,880 |
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,430 | $44,340 | $48,730 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,180 | $48,120 | $61,470 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $40,210 | $60,850 | $77,780 |
| Dental assistants | $37,110 | $48,820 | $56,940 |
| Massage therapists | $32,610 | $70,960 | $77,550 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 28 | $22,052 | $20,572 | $13,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | $33,514 | $23,589 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $22,052 | $20,572 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $22,052 | $20,572 | $13,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $20,833 | $22,865 | $13,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $21,850 | $19,298 | $13,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $30,266 | $30,409 | $9,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $17,882 | $15,922 | $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
Dorsey College-Woodhaven is a private for-profit trade school located in Woodhaven, Michigan, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. Across its 9 program families, the campus most commonly awards credentials in EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and medical assistant programs, along with other offerings such as pharmacy technician, medical billing and coding, HVAC, dental assisting, and massage therapy training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 48.3%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $29,392. About 59.0% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, focused career-training programs in healthcare and technical trades rather than multi-year degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Career changers considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since completion, debt, and earnings figures vary by program and are not broken out individually in this data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Dorsey College-Woodhaven offers 9 program families, most notably EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and medical assistant programs, alongside pharmacy tech, medical billing and coding, HVAC, dental assisting, and massage therapy training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus 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 completion rate is 48.3%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $29,392, 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 directly at (586) 296-3225 or visit dorsey.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Dorsey College-Woodhaven is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing, ownership structure, and eligibility requirements compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for a specific field of study.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, focused programs in healthcare and technical fields such as EMT, LPN, and medical assisting, which may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling and length details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not specified in this data; contact the school to learn what credentials, such as EMT certification or LPN licensure, are required for a given program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Dorsey College-Woodhaven at (586) 296-3225 or through its website, dorsey.edu, for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons with other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across 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.