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Polytech Adult Education
Woodside, Delaware · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 823 Walnut Shade Road, Woodside, DE 19980 · Phone: (302) 697-4545 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Polytech Adult Education is a public trade school in Woodside, Delaware offering electrician, phlebotomy, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Polytech Adult Education has a 70.0% completion rate, above the Delaware state average of 61.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Polytech Adult Education; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 2.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $38,280 | $63,700 | $90,510 |
| Phlebotomists | $38,720 | $48,110 | $51,120 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $45,000 | $62,320 | $76,740 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $40,990 | $64,720 | $77,830 |
| Nursing assistants | $36,530 | $42,030 | $45,210 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,700 | $58,410 | $71,750 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,870 | $56,060 | $67,160 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,550 | $57,270 | $61,630 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Delaware (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 5 | $45,641 | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | 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
Polytech Adult Education is a public trade and career training campus located in Woodside, Delaware. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for programs here. The campus offers 8 program families, with the top programs being electrician schools (24 completers), phlebotomy classes (17 completers), and HVAC schools (14 completers).
Federal data shows this campus has a completion rate of 70.0%, which is above the Delaware state average of 61.4%. Program completers totaled 74 out of an undergraduate enrollment of 590. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data. About 2.8% of students receive Pell Grants, according to the College Scorecard.
This campus, located in a midsize suburb, offers a range of trade programs spanning electrical, healthcare-adjacent, and mechanical trades, which may suit adults exploring hands-on career paths, though specific program lengths are not stated here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contact the school directly for details on tuition, schedules, and program length, since these figures are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Polytech Adult Education offers 8 program families, with the top programs being electrician schools (24 completers), phlebotomy classes (17 completers), and HVAC schools (14 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus is Title IV eligible, so students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 2.8% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 70.0%, which is above the Delaware state average of 61.4%.
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 at (302) 697-4545 or check the College Scorecard link for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. You can check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?491473 for updates.
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 (302) 697-4545 or visit https://www.polytechworks.com/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Polytech Adult Education is a public institution, which often affects tuition rates and access to certain state or federal funding programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (302) 697-4545 to ask about program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?491473.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers hands-on trade programs such as electrician, HVAC, and phlebotomy training, which may appeal to adults changing careers, though specific scheduling and program length details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Polytech Adult Education at (302) 697-4545 or visit https://www.polytechworks.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide a direct comparison to other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?491473 to compare campuses offering similar programs.
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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.