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Pioneer Career and Technology Center
Shelby, Ohio · Public technical college
Address: 27 Ryan Rd, Shelby, OH 44875 · Phone: 419347774442302 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Pioneer Career and Technology Center is a public trade school in Shelby, Ohio offering CNA classes, welding, and phlebotomy training, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,219; completion rate and graduate debt are not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Pioneer Career and Technology Center; federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and about 2.5% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $35,060 | $39,010 | $44,590 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,990 | $50,340 | $59,510 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,190 | $39,770 | $46,520 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | 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
Pioneer Career and Technology Center is a public trade and career-training campus in Shelby, Ohio. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus awards training most often in CNA classes, welding, and phlebotomy, alongside medical assistant programs, across five program families.
Federal data shows median earnings ten years after entry of $32,219 for students who attended this campus. The state average completion rate for comparable programs in Ohio is 68.8%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is also not reported for this campus in federal data. About 2.5% of students receive Pell Grants, and the school reports 70 trade completers against an undergraduate enrollment of 63.
This campus centers on short, occupational programs — CNA, welding, phlebotomy, and medical assisting — which tend to suit students seeking a direct path into a specific trade rather than a multi-year degree, including adult career changers, though the school itself should be contacted to confirm program length and schedule details. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Pioneer Career and Technology Center offers CNA classes, welding schools, phlebotomy classes, and medical assistant programs, among five program families total. The top programs by enrollment are CNA classes, welding, and phlebotomy.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible 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?
This campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported in federal data. The Ohio state average completion rate for similar programs is 68.8%.
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 check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,219, 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 419-347-7744 or via its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Pioneer Career and Technology Center is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition and public oversight compared to for-profit schools.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused, occupational programs like CNA, welding, and phlebotomy rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit those seeking a direct entry into a trade; specific scheduling and program-length details are not reported here, so contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to learn what credentials, such as CNA certification, follow each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pioneer Career and Technology Center at 419-347-7744 or visit its website at pctc.k12.oh.us for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; you can look up other campuses' outcomes on the College Scorecard to compare.
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.