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Northeastern Technical College
Cheraw, South Carolina · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 1201 Chesterfield Hwy., Cheraw, SC 29520 · Phone: (843) 921-6900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Dec 2024 · Warning · Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Northeastern Technical College is a public trade school in Cheraw, SC offering phlebotomy, welding, and LPN programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Northeastern Technical College has a 21.4% completion rate, below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%, and median earnings of $32,141 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Northeastern Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 34.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomists | $35,760 | $39,010 | $44,600 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,720 | $49,980 | $58,370 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,370 | $61,820 | $71,220 |
| Machinists | $38,270 | $57,970 | $65,290 |
| Electricians | $44,330 | $58,740 | $66,190 |
| Construction laborers | $31,200 | $42,940 | $49,120 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Northeastern Technical College is a public trade and career school located in Cheraw, South Carolina. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) can be used by students who qualify, since the school participates in Title IV programs. Among its seven program families, the campus most commonly awards credentials in phlebotomy classes, welding schools, and LPN/LVN programs, with phlebotomy classes being the largest at 30 completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 21.4%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,141. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 34.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, situated in a fringe rural locale, may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on trade credentials such as phlebotomy, welding, or practical nursing rather than longer associate degree tracks, though specific program lengths are not detailed in this data. Prospective students, including adult career-changers, should verify current accreditation status directly with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review detailed outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details on program length, schedules, and costs not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Northeastern Technical College offers seven program families, most notably phlebotomy classes, welding schools, and LPN/LVN programs, along with CNC machining, electrician training, and construction trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with a current status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants if eligible. About 34.7% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 21.4%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%.
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 (843) 921-6900 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,141, 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 directly at (843) 921-6900 or visit netc.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Northeastern Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for phlebotomy, welding, LPN, or other offerings.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review detailed federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?217837.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed programs, such as phlebotomy and welding, are often shorter career-training tracks, but specific schedules and adult-learner accommodations are not detailed in this data; contact the school to ask directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northeastern Technical College at (843) 921-6900 or through its website, https://www.netc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons with other schools; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?217837 to compare completion rates and earnings for similar programs 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.