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Laurel Ridge Community College
Middletown, Virginia · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA 22645 · Phone: (800) 906-5322 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Laurel Ridge Community College is a public trade and career school in Middletown, Virginia, offering EMT, LPN, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by SACS and ACEN.
Laurel Ridge's completion rate is 44.6%, below the Virginia average of 57.1%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $9,750, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,000.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Laurel Ridge Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 17.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,540 | $45,420 | $50,390 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,580 | $64,920 | $74,540 |
| Surgical technologists | $47,980 | $67,580 | $84,100 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,630 | $53,290 | $64,950 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,760 | $59,730 | $73,440 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (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, 300–899 hours | 14 | $32,343 | $43,426 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | $28,598 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $32,343 | $43,426 | $5,500 |
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
Laurel Ridge Community College is a public community college in Middletown, Virginia. It holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and, for its nursing pathway, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Because it participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants here. Among its eight program families, the campus awards the most credentials in EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and surgical technologist programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 44.6%, below the state average of 57.1%. Graduates who borrowed carry a median debt of $9,750, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $41,000. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 17.9% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of low-income enrollment among the school's roughly 3,195 undergraduates.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on clinical or technical training rather than a full associate degree, though program lengths themselves are not detailed in this data. Career changers considering EMT, LPN, or surgical tech tracks should confirm current schedules, tuition, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the College Scorecard or by contacting Laurel Ridge directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Laurel Ridge offers eight program families, with the most completers in EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and surgical technologist programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing program additionally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Laurel Ridge participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 44.6%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,750, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,000.
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 (800) 906-5322 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Laurel Ridge is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition rates for in-state residents compared to private for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for details on EMT, LPN, or surgical tech program timelines.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official outcomes and accreditation details through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?232575.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data doesn't directly address career-changer fit, but the presence of shorter clinical and technical programs like EMT and LPN training may appeal to adults seeking focused retraining; confirm scheduling with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in this data; contact Laurel Ridge directly to learn what state licensure or certification exams apply to specific programs like EMT or LPN.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Laurel Ridge Community College at (800) 906-5322 or through its website, https://www.laurelridge.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons to other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, 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.