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Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
Elizabethtown, Kentucky · Public technical college
Address: 600 College Street Rd, Elizabethtown, KY 42701 · Phone: (270) 769-2371 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is a public trade school in Elizabethtown, Kentucky offering electrician, welding, and LPN programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has a 59.5% completion rate, near the Kentucky state average of 55.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,055 and median earnings of $36,143 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 35.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $37,110 | $59,720 | $77,920 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,300 | $51,470 | $59,900 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,420 | $60,460 | $65,090 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $38,250 | $55,480 | $63,740 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $30,210 | $44,890 | $59,990 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $38,670 | $56,340 | $70,020 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,550 | $48,070 | $66,770 |
| Machinists | $39,070 | $58,660 | $71,530 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,790 | $58,620 | $67,540 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,740 | $69,670 | $81,370 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,800 | $36,800 | $44,380 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,390 | $38,370 | $44,120 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $44,860 | $64,160 | $84,840 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 309 | not reported | not reported | $5,899 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 206 | not reported | $27,048 | $4,093 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, under 300 hours | 160 | not reported | not reported | $5,899 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 140 | not reported | not reported | $8,782 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 124 | not reported | not reported | $6,000 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 114 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 105 | not reported | not reported | $8,782 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 65 | not reported | not reported | $6,000 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 46 | not reported | not reported | $5,899 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | not reported | not reported | $6,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | not reported | not reported | $8,782 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 22 | not reported | $67,660 | $5,798 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | $6,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $46,877 | $38,829 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $46,877 | $38,829 | $5,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 10 | $46,635 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | $8,782 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | $27,048 | $4,093 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | $46,635 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | $34,704 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | $6,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $34,704 | 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
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is a public trade and career school in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, located in a small city setting. The college participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and it holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across its 30 programs, the campus awards the most credentials in electrician schools (537 completers), welding schools (213 completers), and LPN/LVN programs (206 completers), alongside offerings in diesel and auto mechanics, CDL training, culinary arts, CNC machining, HVAC, radiology technology, EMT training, CNA classes, and plumbing.
Federal data show a completion rate of 59.5%, which is near the Kentucky state average of 55.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,055, and median earnings ten years after entry are $36,143. About 35.3% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a mix of short trade certificates and longer associate-degree pathways across fields like nursing and radiology technology, this campus can suit both recent graduates and adult career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcome figures through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the college directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The college offers 30 programs, with the most completers in electrician schools, welding schools, and LPN/LVN programs. It also offers diesel mechanic, auto mechanic, CDL training, culinary, CNC machining, HVAC, radiology tech, EMT, CNA, and plumbing programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 59.5%, which is near the Kentucky state average of 55.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,055, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $36,143, 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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public college, which often means lower tuition for state residents compared to private for-profit trade schools, though this specific figure is not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school at (270) 769-2371 or visit its website for specifics on program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page, or by checking directly with the listed accreditors.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short trade certificates and longer associate-degree programs across fields like nursing and radiology technology, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the college at (270) 769-2371 or through its website at elizabethtown.kctcs.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This comparison is not reported in federal data; the College Scorecard can be used to look up nearby schools offering similar programs for comparison.
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.