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Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, Virginia · Public community college
Address: 3506 Wards Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502 · Phone: (434) 832-7600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Central Virginia Community College is a public trade school in Lynchburg, VA offering EMT & paramedic training, welding, and CNC & machining programs, accredited by SACS.
Central Virginia Community College has a 44.6% completion rate, below the state average of 57.1%, with median graduate debt of $8,625 and median earnings of $36,627 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Central Virginia Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 36.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,540 | $45,420 | $50,390 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $42,520 | $59,180 | $65,400 |
| Machinists | $45,120 | $61,290 | $71,470 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,760 | $59,730 | $73,440 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $43,010 | $63,270 | $77,270 |
| Electricians | $40,780 | $62,900 | $78,190 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,630 | $53,290 | $64,950 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,000 | $80,670 | $95,870 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 73 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 71 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $48,543 | $45,500 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $48,543 | $45,500 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | 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
Central Virginia Community College is a public, Title IV-eligible community college in Lynchburg, Virginia. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its radiologic technology program also holding accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across 13 program families, the campus's most-completed trade programs are EMT & paramedic training, welding, and CNC & machining programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 44.6%, which is below the state average of 57.1%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,625, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,627. About 36.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 327 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 2,249 in a small-city setting, this campus offers a mix of short-term trade certificates and longer technical programs, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult students and career changers considering a switch to fields like EMT work, welding, or machining may want to look closely at program details directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and confirm current program offerings with the college directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Central Virginia Community College offers 13 program families, with the most-completed being EMT & paramedic training, welding schools, and CNC & machining programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its radiologic technology program also accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
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 use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 44.6%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,625, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,627, per the College Scorecard.
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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public college, which typically means lower tuition for in-state students 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 at (434) 832-7600 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?231697.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers programs in fields like EMT training, welding, and machining, but specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported in this data; check with the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school for specifics on programs like EMT training or radiologic technology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Central Virginia Community College at (434) 832-7600 or through its website at https://www.centralvirginia.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard to compare outcomes across institutions.
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.