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Employment Solutions-College for Technical Education
Lexington, Kentucky · Private non-profit career college
Address: 1165 Centre Parkway Suite #120, Lexington, KY 40517 · Phone: (859) 272-5225 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Jun 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Council on Occupational Education; Sep 2025 · Accreditation Reaffirmed: Warning Removed. 2 sanction actions in the window.
Employment Solutions-College for Technical Education is a private non-profit trade school in Lexington, Kentucky, offering cosmetology, construction trades, and nail technician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 63.0% completion rate versus a 55.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,600 and median earnings of $20,156 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Employment Solutions-College for Technical Education is $26,784, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 57.0% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,580 | $29,840 | $42,220 |
| Construction laborers | $33,770 | $45,710 | $50,040 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $31,480 | $45,310 | $47,670 |
| Skincare specialists | $26,340 | $38,580 | $46,280 |
| Medical assistants | $32,950 | $39,270 | $45,940 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | $14,676 | $14,089 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | not reported | $23,649 | $11,093 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | $14,676 | $14,089 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | $14,676 | $14,089 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | $21,052 | 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
Employment Solutions-College for Technical Education is a private non-profit trade school located in Lexington, Kentucky. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus offers five program families, with the largest enrollments in cosmetology schools (35 students), construction trades programs (28 students), and nail technician schools (21 students).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 63.0%, which is above the Kentucky state average of 55.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $11,600, while median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $20,156. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,784, and 57.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body comes from lower-income backgrounds.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade programs in cosmetology, construction, or nail technology rather than a traditional degree path; program length details beyond enrollment counts are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current program offerings, accreditation status, and outcomes directly through the Council on Occupational Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers five program families, with the largest being cosmetology schools (35 students), construction trades programs (28 students), and nail technician schools (21 students).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 63.0%, which is above the Kentucky state average of 55.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates who borrowed is $11,600, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $20,156.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,784.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
It is a private non-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and institutional mission compared to for-profit or public schools; specific implications are not detailed in the data.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?446242.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program lengths or scheduling options, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check with Kentucky's licensing boards for cosmetology, construction, or nail technician fields.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Employment Solutions-College for Technical Education at (859) 272-5225 or through its website, https://cte.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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.