Career College of Northern Nevada
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Career College of Northern Nevada will equip you with the training you need to succeed. Do you want to complete your diploma or degree program quickly? If so, CCNN is the place for you. We eliminate non-vocational training so you can stay focused on the core subjects that will matter to you in your career.
At CCNN, we prepare you for a real future. We know what employers want, and our hands-on training programs give you the confidence needed to show them that you've got it. You won't leave CCNN with just the training theories. You'll be fully qualified to land the job, keep the job and excel in the job.
Diploma Programs:
- HVAC/R Service Technician - Train to install and maintain heating and cooling systems for residences and commercial businesses.
- Welding and Fabrication - Learn the primary functions of a successful welding and fabrication specialist
- Pharmaceutical Technician
Associate of Occupational Studies Degrees:
- Health Information Management - Prepare to perform medical insurance management duties, which include billing, submitting denied claims for appeal, explaining insurance procedures, coverage and benefits to patients, and more.
- Medical Assisting - Train to complete clinical and administrative tasks for physicians and other health practitioners in a variety of settings.
- Information Technology Specialist - Acquire the skills needed to maximize the potential of modern businesses, with an emphasis in virtualization, iPhone, iPad and tablet integration, and cloud computing technologies.
- Industrial Electronics Technology - Learn to work with emerging engineering technologies, including robotics, hydraulics, fiber optics, smart home technology, security/surveillance systems, and more .
We offer convenient morning, afternoon and evening classes,(weekends for HVAC and Welding) as well as graduate placement services. Financial aid is available for those who qualify, and we are approved for Veteran's Training.
Admissions hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-7p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday by appointment only.
School Highlights
- Career College of Northern Nevada serves 359 students (100% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 37:1.
- Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 53%.
- Career College of Northern Nevada is one of 2 community colleges within Washoe County, NV.
- The nearest community college to Career College of Northern Nevada is Truckee Meadows Community College (4.7 miles away).
Top Placements
Career College of Northern Nevada places among the top 20% of community colleges in Nevada for:
- Category Attribute
- Completion Rates Highest completion rates
School Overview
- The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Career College of Northern Nevada | (NV) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private, for profit |
| Total Faculty | 36 staff | 40 staff |
| Number of Programs Offered | 7 | 9 |
| Total Enrollment | 359 students | 3,024 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 | 37:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 359 students | 919 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | 2% | 1% |
| % Asian | 2% | 8% |
| % Hispanic | 36% | 24% |
| % Black | 3% | 8% |
| % White | 51% | 47% |
| % Hawaiian | 1% | 1% |
| % Two or more races | 2% | 3% |
| % Unknown races | 3% | 7% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.57 | 0.70 |
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| College Completion Rate | 59% | 54% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $27,000 | $30,300 |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 89% | 75% |
| Median Debt for Graduates | $14,020 | $11,591 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | $4,232 | $5,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% | 55% |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Financial aid is only available to those who qualify.
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