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Western Technical College
El Paso, Texas · Private for-profit college
Address: 9451 Diana Drive, El Paso, TX 79924 · Phone: (915) 566-9621 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Western Technical College is a private for-profit trade school in El Paso, TX offering medical billing & coding and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates carry a median debt of $17,277 and earn a median of $36,156 ten years after entry; this campus's completion rate versus the state average of 63.5% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Western Technical College is $30,284, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with about 48.5% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $34,440 | $48,860 | $63,970 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $21,631 | $25,580 | $12,560 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 19 | $47,078 | $56,641 | 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 Technical College is a private for-profit trade school located in El Paso, Texas. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus's top programs are medical billing & coding and medical assistant training, with 32 and 19 completers respectively, out of 51 total trade completers among roughly 600 undergraduate students.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 63.5%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $17,277, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,156. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,284, and about 48.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus is likely to suit students seeking short, focused training in medical billing and coding or medical assisting rather than a broad associate degree pathway, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career changers considering this school should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details on schedules, licensing requirements, and application steps not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Western Technical College offers medical billing & coding programs and medical assistant programs, with 32 and 19 completers respectively in the latest reported data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its 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 students can apply for 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 specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 63.5%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $17,277, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,156.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $30,284.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Western Technical College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid terms, and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 (915) 566-9621 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?224660.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on medical billing & coding and medical assistant programs suggests a career-focused training path, but specific fit for adult learners such as schedule flexibility is not reported for this campus in federal data.
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 for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Western Technical College at (915) 566-9621 or visit https://www.westerntech.edu/ 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 for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?224660 to compare outcomes across schools.
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.