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Hennepin Technical College
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 9000 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 · Phone: (952) 995-1300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hennepin Technical College is a public trade school in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, offering auto mechanic, HVAC, and construction trades programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Hennepin Technical College has a 41.6% completion rate, below Minnesota's 48.2% state average, with graduates carrying $11,433 in median debt and earning $49,460 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at Hennepin Technical College, where 28.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,310 | $58,390 | $73,250 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,220 | $76,350 | $87,190 |
| Construction laborers | $42,950 | $60,260 | $79,710 |
| Dental assistants | $46,960 | $65,270 | $74,410 |
| Machinists | $46,550 | $61,140 | $74,650 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,690 | $60,280 | $65,410 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,700 | $63,750 | $71,270 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $48,720 | $94,410 | $108,750 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,010 | $46,680 | $49,330 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $48,400 | $62,600 | $75,960 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,340 | $48,090 | $52,940 |
| Medical assistants | $40,110 | $50,480 | $58,540 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 112 | not reported | $50,856 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 46 | $44,805 | $45,696 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 38 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 36 | $44,805 | $45,696 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | $40,897 | $42,235 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 31 | $43,260 | $41,565 | $12,000 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 28 | $40,897 | $42,235 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 27 | $67,613 | $62,012 | $14,751 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 26 | $41,843 | $37,424 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 22 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | $44,021 | $14,933 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 16 | $64,677 | $58,221 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | $38,289 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | $36,312 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | $47,260 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 11 | $43,260 | $41,565 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 9 | $44,805 | $45,696 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | $47,260 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | $43,260 | $41,565 | $12,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $32,391 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $44,805 | $45,696 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 4 | $43,260 | $41,565 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | $36,846 | $40,095 | $11,129 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | $38,289 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | $44,805 | $45,696 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $32,391 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | $64,677 | $58,221 | 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
Hennepin Technical College is a public trade and career training campus in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The college awards 41 program credentials, with the largest enrollments in auto mechanic schools (184 students), HVAC schools (139 students), and construction trades programs (71 students).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 41.6%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,433, and median earnings ten years after entry are $49,460. About 28.6% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 3,157 undergraduates and 745 trade program completers, this large-suburb campus offers a range of shorter career-focused programs alongside longer technical tracks in fields like construction and HVAC. The mix of program lengths may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission or ACEN, and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hennepin Technical College offers 41 programs across families including auto mechanic, HVAC, construction trades, dental assistant, CNC machining, welding, LPN, plumbing, CNA, culinary, EMT, and medical assistant training. The largest programs are auto mechanic schools, HVAC schools, and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
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 41.6%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,433, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $49,460, per the U.S. Department of Education 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 (952) 995-1300 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Hennepin Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and continued eligibility for state and federal aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (952) 995-1300 or via its website to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN, and review detailed outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?173708.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of career-focused trade programs and longer technical tracks, which may fit adult learners, though specific scheduling and program-length details for career changers are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hennepin Technical College by phone at (952) 995-1300 or visit its website at https://www.hennepintech.edu/ for application information.
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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.