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Northwest Career College
Las Vegas, Nevada · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 7398 Smoke Ranch Road, Ste 100, Las Vegas, NV 89128 · Phone: (702) 254-7577 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Northwest Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Las Vegas, NV offering phlebotomy, medical assistant, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by ABHES, CODA, and JRCERT.
Northwest Career College has a 67.6% completion rate, near the Nevada state average of 70.4%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $27,530 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Northwest Career College is $24,702, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 73.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomists | $37,280 | $45,760 | $52,710 |
| Medical assistants | $37,400 | $45,200 | $47,330 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,990 | $50,300 | $65,160 |
| Dental assistants | $36,870 | $47,110 | $48,450 |
| Massage therapists | $25,230 | $53,540 | $85,280 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $37,350 | $47,980 | $52,090 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nevada (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, under 300 hours | 446 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 411 | $25,778 | $21,964 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 127 | $25,961 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 112 | $23,552 | not reported | $9,139 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 86 | $20,639 | not reported | $7,917 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 70 | $25,778 | $21,964 | $9,500 |
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
Northwest Career College is a private for-profit trade school located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its programs hold accreditation from the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. The school awards credentials across six program families, most commonly phlebotomy classes, medical assistant programs, and medical billing & coding programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 67.6%, which is near the Nevada state average of 70.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,530. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,702, and 73.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with significant financial need.
This campus, with its concentration in short, hands-on health-career programs like phlebotomy and medical assisting, may suit students seeking shorter training pathways into healthcare support roles rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's degrees; whether it fits an adult career-changer's schedule specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the named accreditors and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Northwest Career College offers six program families, most notably phlebotomy classes, medical assistant programs, and medical billing & coding programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 67.6%, which is near the Nevada state average of 70.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,500, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,530.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,702.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Northwest Career College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and typical student debt levels compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (702) 254-7577 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with ABHES, CODA, and JRCERT directly, and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?445948.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for career-changers is not reported for this campus in federal data; the presence of short, credential-focused health programs may appeal to those seeking faster entry into healthcare support roles, but scheduling details should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn what certifications, such as those for phlebotomy or medical assisting, apply to its programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northwest Career College at (702) 254-7577 or through its website, https://www.northwestcareercollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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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.