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Unitech Training Academy-Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:

Medical assistant programsPharmacy technician programsMassage therapy schoolsDental assistant schools
50%completion rate · Louisiana avg 59%
$8,721median debt of graduates
$21,058median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$24,707median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$28,466annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 4354 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd. Suite D295, Baton Rouge, LA 70816 · Phone: (337) 988-4042 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
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.

Unitech Training Academy-Baton Rouge is a private for-profit trade school in Baton Rouge, LA offering medical assistant, pharmacy technician, and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 50.0% completion rate versus a 59.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,721 and median earnings of $24,707 ten years after entry.

Annual cost of attendance at Unitech Training Academy-Baton Rouge is $28,466, federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and 86.0% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Unitech Training Acad… Unitech Training Acad…: 50% 50% Louisiana average Louisiana average: 59.2% 59.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Medical assistants$28,970$36,320$38,550
Pharmacy technicians$36,100$44,410$47,970
Massage therapists$18,080$36,480$48,300
Dental assistants$31,050$44,090$46,630

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Louisiana (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
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 35 $19,193 $17,402 $9,403
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 13 $19,193 $17,402 $9,403
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services Certificate, 1–2 years 8 $18,036 $15,182 $8,340
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 7 $17,801 $16,529 $6,001

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

Unitech Training Academy-Baton Rouge is a private for-profit trade school located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. Its programs fall into four families, with the largest numbers of students in medical assistant programs, pharmacy technician programs, and massage therapy schools.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.0%, which is below the state average of 59.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,721, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $24,707. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $28,466, and 86.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need. Program length in months or credit hours is not reported for this campus in federal data.

This campus, with 72 undergraduate students in a large suburb setting, may suit students seeking short, career-focused training in healthcare support fields like medical assisting or pharmacy technology rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since figures can change year to year.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

The campus offers programs in four families, with the largest enrollments in medical assistant programs (35 students), pharmacy technician programs (13), and massage therapy schools (8). A dental assistant program is also offered.

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, Pell Grants, and federal loans.

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

The completion rate is 50.0%, which is below the Louisiana state average of 59.2% for comparable programs.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $8,721, per federal Scorecard data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $24,707.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $28,466.

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

This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different cost structures and outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported earnings and debt figures.

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 (337) 988-4042 or via https://www.unitechta.edu/ for details.

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 https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?491084.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to ask about specific program requirements.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Unitech Training Academy-Baton Rouge by phone at (337) 988-4042 or visit https://www.unitechta.edu/ for application information.

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

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.

Other trade and career schools in Baton Rouge, LA

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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.

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