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Johnston Community College
Smithfield, North Carolina · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 245 College Road, Smithfield, NC 27577 · Phone: (919) 934-3051 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Johnston Community College is a public trade and career school in Smithfield, NC offering auto mechanic, HVAC, and CDL training programs, accredited by SACS.
Johnston Community College has a 36.6% completion rate, below the North Carolina average of 47.8%, and graduates earn a median of $37,310 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Johnston Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is available, and 24.7% 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 | $31,500 | $48,200 | $63,170 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,780 | $57,260 | $64,310 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $39,400 | $51,530 | $62,640 |
| Medical assistants | $36,010 | $45,140 | $47,500 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $52,860 | $74,450 | $83,340 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,540 | $50,590 | $60,870 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,260 | $38,460 | $43,850 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,190 | $44,250 | $49,310 |
| Massage therapists | $31,050 | $60,650 | $85,150 |
| Machinists | $37,110 | $55,230 | $62,680 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,480 | $63,270 | $69,700 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 68 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 63 | $38,853 | $37,208 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 20 | $47,201 | $49,597 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 20 | $25,151 | $27,222 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $47,201 | $49,597 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $47,201 | $49,597 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | 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
Johnston Community College is a public community college in Smithfield, North Carolina. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based aid, and it holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. The campus offers 25 trade and career program families, with the highest enrollment in auto mechanic training (91 completers), HVAC (77 completers), and CDL/truck driving (63 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 36.6%, which is below the North Carolina state average of 47.8%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $37,310. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 24.7% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served.
With undergraduate enrollment near 3,453 and 383 trade program completers, this campus serves a mix of program lengths across its 25 offerings, though specific program durations are not detailed here. The range of programs, from auto mechanics to CDL training, suggests options for both short-term certificate seekers and those pursuing longer credentials, but prospective students should confirm program length and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the accreditors listed above and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Johnston Community College offers 25 trade and career program families, with the most completers in auto mechanic schools (91), HVAC schools (77), and CDL/truck driving schools (63).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing 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 students can apply for 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 36.6%, which is below the North Carolina state average of 47.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (919) 934-3051 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $37,310, according to federal data.
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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Johnston Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents compared to for-profit schools, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school at (919) 934-3051 or visit its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and other listed accreditors, and review outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?198774.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade programs including auto mechanics, HVAC, and CDL training, which are commonly pursued by career changers, though specific scheduling or adult-learner services are not detailed in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Johnston Community College at (919) 934-3051 or visit https://www.johnstoncc.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparative information on nearby schools; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?198774 to compare completion rates and earnings 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.