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Canton City Schools Adult Career and Technical Education

Canton, Ohio · Public technical college

CNA classesLPN / LVN programsMedical assistant programsMedical billing & coding programsWelding schoolsAuto mechanic schools
83%completion rate · Ohio avg 69%
$9,500median debt of graduates
$31,100median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$42,134median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$30,044annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 521 Tuscarawas West, Canton, OH 44702 · Phone: (330) 438-2556 · 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.

Canton City Schools Adult Career and Technical Education is a public trade school in Canton, Ohio offering CNA, LPN, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 83.3% completion rate versus a 68.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $42,134 ten years after entry.

Annual cost of attendance at Canton City Schools Adult Career and Technical Education is reported at $30,044, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 60.8% of students receiving Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Canton City Schools A… Canton City Schools A…: 83.3% 83.3% Ohio average Ohio average: 68.8% 68.8% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Nursing assistants$35,060$39,010$44,590
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$50,030$61,950$65,900
Medical assistants$36,050$42,810$46,270
Medical records specialists$38,060$50,990$63,510
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$38,990$50,340$59,510
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$34,110$48,710$63,840

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, under 300 hours 30 $30,656 $34,526 $9,500
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 25 $30,656 $34,526 $9,500
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 16 $22,059 not reported $9,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 1–2 years 6 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 4 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 2 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.

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About this school

Canton City Schools Adult Career and Technical Education is a public trade and career school located in Canton, Ohio. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in the federal Title IV financial aid program, meaning students may be eligible for FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. The campus offers six program families, with its top programs being CNA classes, LPN/LVN programs, and medical assistant programs, alongside training in medical billing and coding, welding, and auto mechanics.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.3%, which is above the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $42,134. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,044, and 60.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a significant share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.

This campus, with 88 undergraduate students and 83 trade completers, appears structured around short, focused certificate-style programs in healthcare and skilled trades rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit adults and career changers seeking a faster path into fields like nursing support or welding. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date federal outcome figures before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

The campus offers six program families, with top programs including CNA classes, LPN/LVN programs, and medical assistant programs, plus medical billing and coding, welding, and auto mechanic training.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, it 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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 60.8% of students receive Pell Grants.

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

The completion rate is 83.3%, which is above the Ohio state average of 68.8%, according to federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates is reported at $9,500.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $42,134.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is reported at $30,044.

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

This is a public school, which may affect tuition rates and eligibility for certain state or local funding compared to private for-profit institutions.

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 (330) 438-2556 or via its website to confirm program schedules.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided scorecard URL.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

Based on its focus on shorter, credential-oriented programs in healthcare and trades like CNA, LPN, and welding, this campus may suit adults seeking faster entry into these fields, though individual fit should be confirmed with the school.

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

Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for programs like CNA or LPN.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact the school at (330) 438-2556 or visit its website at https://www.ccsdistrict.org/site/default.aspx?PageID=189 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; check the College Scorecard for similar institutions in the area.

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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