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Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center
Johnstown, Pennsylvania · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 445 Schoolhouse Rd, Johnstown, PA 15904 · Phone: (814) 266-6073 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center is a public trade school in Johnstown, PA, offering LPN, HVAC, and Electrician programs, accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Career and Technical Education.
Greater Johnstown CTC has a 79.2% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,455 and median earnings of $48,881 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center is reported at $19,100, federal financial aid can be used here, and 44.8% of students receive a Pell Grant.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,500 | $63,940 | $72,810 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $45,970 | $62,400 | $74,620 |
| Electricians | $45,600 | $67,600 | $95,500 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $40,510 | $52,900 | $61,920 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $46,780 | $60,530 | $77,780 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $35,600 | $49,800 | $62,780 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| Machinists | $39,620 | $57,810 | $63,700 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 32 | $39,471 | $39,801 | $14,201 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | $22,771 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $35,112 | $25,281 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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.
About this school
Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center is a public trade and career-training campus in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Career and Technical Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used here. The campus offers nine program families, with the most-completed programs being LPN / LVN programs, HVAC schools, and Electrician schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 79.2%, above the state average of 66.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,455, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $48,881. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,100, and 44.8% of students receive a Pell Grant, pointing to a substantial share of lower-income enrollment.
With 105 undergraduates and 132 trade completers reported, and a fringe rural locale, this campus appears sized for a focused set of hands-on trade programs rather than a large multi-campus system. Program lengths and delivery format for specific tracks like LPN, HVAC, and Electrician are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students, including adult career-changers, should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and program duration. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center offers nine program families, with the most-completed being LPN / LVN programs, HVAC schools, and Electrician schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Career and Technical Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education, and its 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, and 44.8% of students receive a Pell Grant.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 79.2%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,455, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $48,881.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $19,100.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower published costs and public oversight compared with for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (814) 266-6073 or via its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the school's accreditation through the Pennsylvania State Board of Career and Technical Education and check federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?418454.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific scheduling details for career-changers are not reported for this campus in federal data, so this should be confirmed directly with the school by phone or website.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for specific programs like LPN, HVAC, or Electrician are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific certification details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center at (814) 266-6073 or through its website at https://www.gjctc.org/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare specific institutions directly.
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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.