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Northeast Alabama Community College
Rainsville, Alabama · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 138 Highway 35, Rainsville, AL 35986 · Phone: 25663844182201 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Northeast Alabama Community College is a public trade and career school in Rainsville, Alabama offering medical assistant, cosmetology, and LPN programs, accredited by SACS.
Northeast Alabama Community College has a 56.0% completion rate, above the state average of 45.5%, with median graduate debt of $6,100 and median earnings of $34,913 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 34.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $29,630 | $36,100 | $38,360 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,300 | $29,150 | $37,230 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $39,880 | $57,030 | $61,800 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,710 | $48,490 | $60,120 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,620 | $37,810 | $44,210 |
| Construction laborers | $23,980 | $36,900 | $45,240 |
| Massage therapists | $22,250 | $48,930 | $79,170 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (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 and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 84 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | $36,747 | $36,848 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 18 | $9,206 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 15 | $21,439 | $16,478 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | 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
Northeast Alabama Community College is a public community college in Rainsville, Alabama. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for programs here. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing programs also holding accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Its trade and career offerings span 14 program families, with the highest completer counts in medical assistant programs, cosmetology, and LPN/LVN training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 56.0%, above the Alabama state average of 45.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,100, and median earnings ten years after entry were $34,913. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 34.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, located in a distant rural setting, may suit students pursuing shorter career-focused credentials such as medical assistant, cosmetology, or LPN training rather than lengthy degree programs, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults considering a career change should verify accreditation status and current outcomes directly through the school's accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Northeast Alabama Community College offers 14 program families, with the most completers in medical assistant programs, cosmetology, and LPN/LVN programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing programs also accredited 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, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 56.0%, which is above the Alabama state average of 45.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,100, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $34,913, 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 its listed phone number or website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Northeast Alabama Community College is a public institution, which can affect tuition rates and eligibility for certain state or federal aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?101897.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter career-focused programs like medical assistant, cosmetology, and LPN training may suit adult learners, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for guidance on programs like LPN or medical assistant training.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northeast Alabama Community College by phone or through its website at https://www.nacc.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 region.
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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.