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Hazard Community and Technical College
Hazard, Kentucky · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: One Community College Drive, Hazard, KY 41701 · Phone: (606) 487-3503 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hazard Community and Technical College is a public trade school in Hazard, Kentucky offering LPN/LVN, diesel mechanic, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by SACS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Hazard Community and Technical College has a 47.6% completion rate, below the state average of 55.5%, with median graduate debt of $10,125 and median earnings of $29,868 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Hazard Community and Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 32.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,300 | $51,470 | $59,900 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,790 | $58,620 | $67,540 |
| Electricians | $37,110 | $59,720 | $77,920 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $44,620 | $57,780 | $65,720 |
| Construction laborers | $33,770 | $45,710 | $50,040 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,580 | $29,840 | $42,220 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $45,210 | $67,920 | $94,920 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,740 | $69,670 | $81,370 |
| Medical assistants | $32,950 | $39,270 | $45,940 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,800 | $36,800 | $44,380 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,440 | $60,490 | $66,630 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 202 | not reported | not reported | $7,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 129 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 87 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 86 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 41 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 41 | $22,654 | $31,839 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 40 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 36 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | $11,234 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $22,654 | $31,839 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, under 300 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 12 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 9 | $40,495 | $35,416 | $8,001 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $40,495 | $35,416 | $8,001 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 4 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | $40,495 | $35,416 | $8,001 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $40,495 | $35,416 | $8,001 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $26,715 | 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
Hazard Community and Technical College is a public trade and career campus in Hazard, Kentucky, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's accreditation commission, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards 33 program types across 15 program families, with the most completions in LPN / LVN programs (202), diesel mechanic schools (140), and auto mechanic schools (105).
Among 865 trade completers out of 1,506 undergraduate students, the completion rate is 47.6%, which is below the state average of 55.5%. Median debt for graduates is $10,125, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $29,868. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 32.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
This campus, located in a remote town setting, may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on trade programs like LPN, diesel mechanic, or auto mechanic training, though program-length details are not reported here. Adult and career-changer fit cannot be confirmed beyond the program list provided. To verify accreditation status and outcomes directly, check the listed accreditors or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hazard Community and Technical College offers 33 programs across 15 families, with the most completions in LPN / LVN programs (202), diesel mechanic schools (140), and auto mechanic schools (105).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's accreditation commission, 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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 47.6%, which is below the Kentucky state average of 55.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $10,125, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $29,868, 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 at (606) 487-3503 or visit https://hazard.kctcs.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?156790.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school at (606) 487-3503 to discuss program formats and scheduling for adult learners.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hazard Community and Technical College at (606) 487-3503 or through its website, https://hazard.kctcs.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare institutions in the area.
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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.