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Ogden-Weber Technical College

Ogden, Utah · Public technical college · Training programs available:

CNA classesNail technician schoolsCosmetology schoolsWelding schoolsElectrician schoolsMedical assistant programsLPN / LVN programsBarber schoolsConstruction trades programsPlumbing schoolsMedical billing & coding programsAuto mechanic schoolsPharmacy technician programsDental assistant schoolsCulinary & pastry schoolsCNC & machining programsHVAC schools
53%completion rate · Utah avg 77%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$36,578median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$35,032median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$5,969annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing | Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 200 N Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84404 · Phone: (801) 627-8300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jun 2025 · Warning · Council on Occupational Education; Dec 2023 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Ogden-Weber Technical College is a public trade school in Ogden, Utah offering CNA classes, nail technician training, and cosmetology, accredited by ACEN and COE.

Ogden-Weber Technical College has a 53.1% completion rate, below the Utah state average of 77.4%, and median graduate earnings of $35,032 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance at Ogden-Weber Technical College is $5,969, and federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV; about 9.6% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Ogden-Weber Technical… Ogden-Weber Technical…: 53.1% 53.1% Utah average Utah average: 77.4% 77.4% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Nursing assistants$34,870$39,840$44,350
Manicurists and pedicurists$20,410$28,820$38,940
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$21,810$35,140$51,130
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$43,850$58,380$66,870
Electricians$39,940$62,000$79,310
Medical assistants$35,890$45,360$48,170
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$37,480$63,230$74,580
Barbers$23,890$25,370$26,810
Construction laborers$34,890$46,550$55,250
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters$43,860$61,900$77,440
Medical records specialists$35,720$52,870$65,360
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$30,460$46,570$62,400
Pharmacy technicians$37,860$48,140$52,570
Dental assistants$35,380$37,760$45,770
Chefs and head cooks$27,940$59,060$75,830
Machinists$43,160$61,280$74,390
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$37,570$58,730$71,960

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, under 300 hours 160 $19,333 $24,730 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 99 $19,669 $16,786 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 88 $19,669 $16,786 not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 64 $39,904 $39,741 not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 50 $27,644 $24,035 not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 43 $19,333 $24,730 not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 300–899 hours 39 not reported $52,107 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 33 $19,669 $16,786 not reported
Carpenters Certificate, under 300 hours 31 not reported not reported not reported
Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 28 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 24 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 22 $27,644 $24,035 not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 1–2 years 21 $25,055 not reported not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, under 300 hours 19 not reported $52,107 not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 17 not reported not reported not reported
Culinary Arts and Related Services Certificate, 1–2 years 16 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 10 $39,904 $39,741 not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 6 $25,055 not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 300–899 hours 5 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 2 $39,904 $39,741 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.

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About this school

Ogden-Weber Technical College is a public trade and career training campus located in Ogden, Utah. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Council on Occupational Education. Across 20 program families, the campus most commonly awards credentials in CNA classes, nail technician training, and cosmetology, alongside offerings in welding, electrician, medical assistant, LPN, plumbing, HVAC, and other trade fields.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 53.1%, which is below the Utah state average of 77.4%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $35,032. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $5,969. About 9.6% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.

With 777 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 2,928, and a locale described as a small city, this campus appears to serve students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs rather than traditional degree pathways; specific program lengths and scheduling details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should confirm fit directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review outcome data independently on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Ogden-Weber Technical College offers 20 program families, most commonly CNA classes, nail technician schools, and cosmetology schools, along with welding, electrician, medical assistant, LPN, plumbing, HVAC, and other trade programs.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Council on Occupational Education.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and about 9.6% of its students receive Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 53.1%, which is below the Utah state average of 77.4%.

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 directly or review the College Scorecard for updates.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,032.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $5,969.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state-supported programs, though costs and outcomes should still be verified individually.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (801) 627-8300 or visit its website for program-specific timelines.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Council on Occupational Education, and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?230490.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The campus offers a range of shorter career-training programs such as CNA, cosmetology, and nail technician training, which may suit adults seeking focused vocational training, though specific scheduling and length details are not reported in federal data.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact Ogden-Weber Technical College at (801) 627-8300 or visit https://www.otech.edu/ for application details.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

This is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should compare specific program outcomes using the College Scorecard.

Other trade and career schools in Ogden, UT

See all trade and career schools in Utah or search by ZIP code.

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.

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