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Patrick & Henry Community College
Martinsville, Virginia · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 645 Patriot Avenue, Martinsville, VA 24112 · Phone: (276) 656-0200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Patrick & Henry Community College is a public trade school in Martinsville, VA, offering welding, EMT training, and medical assistant programs, accredited by SACS and other bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Patrick & Henry Community College has a 41.5% completion rate, below the state average of 57.1%, with median earnings of $33,323 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Patrick & Henry Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and about 46.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $42,520 | $59,180 | $65,400 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,540 | $45,420 | $50,390 |
| Medical assistants | $37,090 | $44,740 | $46,570 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,540 | $59,330 | $76,540 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,580 | $64,920 | $74,540 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $43,010 | $63,270 | $77,270 |
| Machinists | $45,120 | $61,290 | $71,470 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | $31,323 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $31,323 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $36,971 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $31,323 | 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
Patrick & Henry Community College is a public trade and career campus in Martinsville, Virginia. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and its programs are accredited through bodies including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The campus offers nine program families, with the largest enrollments in welding, EMT and paramedic training, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 41.5%, below the state average of 57.1% for comparable programs. Median earnings ten years after entry are $33,323 for this campus. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 46.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a significant share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, located in a fringe rural area, may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training in fields like welding, emergency medical services, or medical assisting rather than longer academic degree tracks. Given the program mix and setting, it may also be a fit for adult learners or career changers looking for practical, skills-based training close to home, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since some figures — including cost and graduate debt — are not reported in available federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Patrick & Henry Community College offers nine program families, with the largest programs in welding, EMT and paramedic training, and medical assistant training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with recognition from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 41.5%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1% for similar programs.
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 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $33,323 for students who attended this campus, per federal data.
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 for current tuition and fee information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Patrick & Henry Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition rates for state residents and eligibility for state-specific aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school at (276) 656-0200 or visit its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?233019.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers shorter, hands-on programs like welding and EMT training that may suit adults seeking practical skills, though specific scheduling or format details for career changers are not reported.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Patrick & Henry Community College at (276) 656-0200 or through its website at https://www.patrickhenry.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, 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.