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Western Nevada College
Carson City, Nevada · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 2201 West College Parkway, Carson City, NV 89703 · Phone: (775) 445-3000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Western Nevada College is a public trade and career school in Carson City, Nevada, offering CNA classes, welding, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Western Nevada College carry median debt of $10,500 and earn median earnings of $41,987 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate compared to the state average of 70.4% is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Western Nevada College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid (FAFSA) can be used here, and about 17.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $36,940 | $45,490 | $47,990 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,530 | $61,520 | $76,670 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $33,500 | $48,290 | $73,790 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,060 | $37,560 | $48,850 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,280 | $45,760 | $52,710 |
| Machinists | $39,420 | $53,050 | $62,830 |
| Construction laborers | $36,400 | $48,990 | $64,720 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $41,040 | $60,510 | $76,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nevada (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 | 124 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 105 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 66 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 66 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | 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
Western Nevada College is a public trade and career training campus in Carson City, Nevada, located in a small-city setting. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based funding, and it holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Across its 16 program families, the campus awards the most completions in CNA classes (124), welding schools (117), and auto mechanic schools (70), alongside offerings in EMT training, phlebotomy, CNC machining, construction trades, and HVAC.
Federal data shows 405 trade completers against an undergraduate enrollment of 1,910. The state average completion rate is reported at 70.4%, though how this campus compares to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data, and the campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $10,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are $41,987. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 17.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating some share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on programs in fields like welding, auto mechanics, or nursing assistant work, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so adult or career-changer fit should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and full outcomes data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and by contacting the campus directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Western Nevada College offers 16 program families, with the most completions in CNA classes (124), welding schools (117), and auto mechanic schools (70). It also offers EMT training, phlebotomy, CNC machining, construction trades, and HVAC programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
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 apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 17.5% 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 campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 70.4%, but a direct comparison is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates of this school is $10,500, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates ten years after entry are $41,987, per federal Scorecard 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 at (775) 445-3000 or visit https://www.wnc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Western Nevada College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
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 to confirm program duration for individual trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review detailed outcomes data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?182564.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career changers depends on program schedules and lengths, which are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to discuss options for working adults.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements after completing programs are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Western Nevada College at (775) 445-3000 or visit their website at https://www.wnc.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare individual metrics across schools.
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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.