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Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools
Groveport, Ohio · Public technical college
Address: 4300 Amalgamated Place, Groveport, OH 43125 · Phone: (614) 836-4541 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools is a public trade school in Groveport, Ohio offering welding, HVAC, and construction trades programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Eastland-Fairfield has an 81.2% completion rate, above Ohio's 68.8% average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $43,780 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Eastland-Fairfield is reported at $18,296, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 51.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,990 | $50,340 | $59,510 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,630 | $62,510 | $78,190 |
| Construction laborers | $37,370 | $56,080 | $74,370 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
| Dental assistants | $36,870 | $47,970 | $59,520 |
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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | $28,346 | $33,281 | $4,583 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $34,760 | $39,009 | $5,638 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | $36,134 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $28,011 | $25,774 | $9,489 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $19,776 | $24,679 | $5,500 |
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
Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools is a public trade and career training campus in Groveport, Ohio, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The school's most-awarded programs are welding schools, HVAC schools, and construction trades programs, with additional offerings in medical assistant and dental assistant programs, for a total of five program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 81.2%, above the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings ten years after entry are $43,780. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $18,296, and 51.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Enrollment is small, with 115 undergraduates and 25 trade program completers reported.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade programs in fields like welding, HVAC, and construction rather than a traditional multi-year degree; whether it fits an adult career-changer's schedule specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current program offerings, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school, and can confirm accreditation status and outcome figures through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Eastland-Fairfield offers five program families, most notably welding schools, HVAC schools, and construction trades programs, along with medical assistant and dental assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 81.2%, which is above the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $6,333.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $43,780.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is reported at $18,296.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Eastland-Fairfield is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal support compared to some for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (614) 836-4541 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?407461.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers short, hands-on trade programs in fields like welding and HVAC, which may suit career changers, though specific adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to ask about specific program credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools at (614) 836-4541 or through its website, https://www.eastlandfairfield.com/.
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 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.