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North Hennepin Community College
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 7411 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 · Phone: (763) 488-0391 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North Hennepin Community College is a public trade and career school in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota offering phlebotomy classes and construction trades programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, North Hennepin Community College has a 22.4% completion rate, below the Minnesota average of 48.2%; median graduate debt is $14,750 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,142.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 28.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomists | $38,740 | $46,000 | $48,760 |
| Construction laborers | $42,950 | $60,260 | $79,710 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | $54,348 | $53,984 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 2 | 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
North Hennepin Community College is a public community college in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. It participates in federal student aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for eligible programs. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing-related offerings recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Its trade-focused offerings are concentrated in phlebotomy classes and construction trades programs, with 23 completers reported in each area recently.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 22.4%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $14,750, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $51,142. About 28.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training pathways in phlebotomy or construction trades rather than a traditional four-year track, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Adults considering a career change should independently confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome data yourself, consult the Higher Learning Commission and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
North Hennepin Community College's trade offerings include phlebotomy classes and construction trades programs, each with 23 recent completers. It offers 3 total programs in these trade categories.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with nursing programs recognized by 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 students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 22.4%, which is below Minnesota's state average of 48.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,750, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,142, 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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public college, which often means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-level aid programs compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school at (763) 488-0391 or visit nhcc.edu to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and check outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?174376.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of phlebotomy and construction trades programs suggests options for hands-on, career-focused training, but specific fit for adult learners is not detailed in this data; contact the school directly to discuss scheduling and program format.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach North Hennepin Community College by phone at (763) 488-0391 or visit their website at https://www.nhcc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering the same trade programs is not included here; use the College Scorecard link 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.