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Wes Watkins Technology Center
Wetumka, Oklahoma · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 7892 Highway 9, Wetumka, OK 74883 · Phone: (405) 452-1222 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Wes Watkins Technology Center is a public trade school in Wetumka, Oklahoma offering construction trades, medical assistant, and welding programs, accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education.
Wes Watkins Technology Center has a 98.3% completion rate, above the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%, and median earnings of $32,209 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Wes Watkins Technology Center is $7,336, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 20.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers | $33,490 | $39,360 | $47,460 |
| Medical assistants | $31,880 | $38,750 | $45,630 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $37,860 | $49,720 | $60,790 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $45,440 | $58,320 | $62,060 |
| Surgical technologists | $49,200 | $61,190 | $65,120 |
| Electricians | $37,900 | $61,010 | $76,510 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,610 | $53,460 | $61,110 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oklahoma (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | $28,598 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $17,837 | $21,703 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 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
Wes Watkins Technology Center is a public trade and career-training campus in Wetumka, Oklahoma, located in a remote rural setting. The school is accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education and participates in federal Title IV aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based financial aid to help pay for enrollment. Across its eight program families, the campus most commonly awards credentials in construction trades programs, medical assistant programs, and welding, alongside offerings in LPN, surgical technology, electrician training, and medical billing and coding.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 98.3%, above the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $32,209. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $7,336, and 20.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 72 trade completers among 195 undergraduate students, this campus appears sized for shorter, career-focused programs rather than large associate-degree cohorts. Its program mix of construction trades, welding, and medical assistant training may suit adult career-changers seeking hands-on, occupation-specific training, though exact program lengths are not stated in the data provided. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the latest federal outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Wes Watkins Technology Center offers eight program families, most notably construction trades programs, medical assistant programs, and welding schools, along with LPN, surgical technology, electrician training, and medical billing and coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education, with accreditation status 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, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 98.3%, which is above the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%.
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 (405) 452-1222 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $32,209 per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $7,336.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower published costs and eligibility for state-funded career and technical education oversight, in this case through the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (405) 452-1222 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a relatively small cohort of 72 trade completers among 195 students, with a focus on construction trades, welding, and medical assistant training, which suggests occupation-specific, hands-on training, though fit for individual career-changers should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Wes Watkins Technology Center at (405) 452-1222 or through its website at https://www.wwtech.org/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to look up other institutions offering similar programs in Oklahoma.
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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.