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Greenville Technical College
Greenville, South Carolina · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 506 S Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville, SC 29606 · Phone: (864) 250-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Greenville Technical College is a public trade and career school in Greenville, SC offering welding, EMT & paramedic training, and HVAC programs, accredited by SACS and several field-specific bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Greenville Technical College is $15,392 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,473; the campus's own completion rate is not reported, though the state average is 52.0%.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Greenville Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 34.0% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,720 | $49,980 | $58,370 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,590 | $40,370 | $46,660 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,170 | $56,610 | $62,990 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,200 | $48,100 | $63,610 |
| Medical assistants | $34,730 | $41,160 | $46,950 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,860 | $69,600 | $82,560 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,340 | $33,700 | $56,770 |
| Machinists | $38,270 | $57,970 | $65,290 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $47,640 | $71,860 | $79,050 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $41,440 | $59,330 | $65,690 |
| Electricians | $44,330 | $58,740 | $66,190 |
| Dental assistants | $37,070 | $47,320 | $50,780 |
| Dental hygienists | $65,700 | $84,340 | $94,830 |
| Surgical technologists | $38,830 | $62,160 | $67,080 |
| Massage therapists | $17,340 | $58,000 | $74,040 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,240 | $54,280 | $62,650 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,500 | $42,120 | $47,810 |
| Construction laborers | $31,200 | $42,940 | $49,120 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Carolina (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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 79 | $40,717 | $40,140 | $10,811 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 78 | $29,099 | $31,495 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 54 | $38,171 | $41,205 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | $38,171 | $41,205 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 35 | not reported | $17,551 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $46,323 | $40,368 | $8,467 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $29,099 | $31,495 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | $46,323 | $40,368 | $8,467 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 26 | $41,755 | $43,798 | $13,087 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $28,979 | $27,784 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $44,705 | $47,025 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | $45,697 | $45,808 | $13,467 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 23 | $41,755 | $43,798 | $13,087 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | $17,551 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | $29,099 | $31,495 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | $40,717 | $40,140 | $10,811 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 22 | $39,276 | $36,077 | $10,045 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $40,717 | $40,140 | $10,811 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 17 | $19,111 | $22,970 | $18,734 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $16,624 | $27,874 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $45,697 | $45,808 | $13,467 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $45,697 | $45,808 | $13,467 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 12 | $31,789 | $31,915 | $12,559 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $46,323 | $40,368 | $8,467 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 10 | $47,808 | $48,041 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 9 | $47,808 | $48,041 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $16,624 | $27,874 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $40,717 | $40,140 | $10,811 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | $45,697 | $45,808 | $13,467 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | $39,276 | $36,077 | $10,045 |
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
Greenville Technical College is a public trade and career training campus in Greenville, South Carolina. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students who qualify can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. The school is accredited, and several of its programs carry additional field-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Commission on Dental Accreditation, the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 35 program offerings, the most-completed trade programs are welding schools, EMT & paramedic training, and HVAC schools.
Federal data shows 797 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 8,916. The state average completion rate is 52.0%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $15,392, and median earnings ten years after entry are $39,473. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 34.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students attend this campus.
With a broad mix of short trade certificates (welding, HVAC, EMT) and longer allied-health programs (dental hygiene, radiologic technology, physical therapy support), this campus can suit both students seeking quick entry into a trade and those pursuing longer clinical credentials; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and current federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Greenville Technical College offers 35 programs across families including welding, EMT & paramedic training, HVAC, auto mechanics, medical assisting, radiologic technology, cosmetology, and more. The most-completed programs are welding schools, EMT & paramedic training, and HVAC schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with institutional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and additional program-specific accreditation from bodies like the Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 34.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this specific campus is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate in South Carolina is 52.0%, but a direct comparison is not reported for this campus.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Per federal data, the median debt of graduates at this school is $15,392.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry for graduates of this school are $39,473, 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 (864) 250-8000 or visit https://www.gvltec.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Greenville Technical College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-supported financial aid programs in addition to federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school to confirm program duration for individual trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review detailed federal outcome data using the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?218113.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of shorter trade certificates alongside longer allied-health programs, which may suit different needs, but specific scheduling or adult-learner support details are not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Federal data does not report specific licensing requirements for this campus's programs. Contact the school directly to learn about licensure or certification tied to a specific program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Greenville Technical College at (864) 250-8000 or through its website at https://www.gvltec.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data provided here does not include comparative rankings against other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures 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.