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Henderson Community College
Henderson, Kentucky · Public community college
Address: 2660 S Green St, Henderson, KY 42420 · Phone: (270) 827-1867 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Henderson Community College is a public trade school in Henderson, Kentucky, offering LPN/LVN, welding, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Henderson Community College has a 34.9% completion rate, below the state average of 55.5%, with median graduate debt of $10,483 and median earnings of $35,714 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Henderson Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 32.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,420 | $60,460 | $65,090 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,300 | $51,470 | $59,900 |
| Medical assistants | $32,950 | $39,270 | $45,940 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $31,760 | $39,200 | $46,470 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 92 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $24,035 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | 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
Henderson Community College is a public trade and career school in Henderson, Kentucky. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards the most credentials in LPN / LVN programs, welding, and medical assistant programs, among 8 total program families offered.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 34.9%, which is below the state average of 55.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,483, and median earnings ten years after entry are $35,714. About 32.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 151 trade program completers out of 880 undergraduates, this fringe rural campus appears to serve a mix of shorter certificate tracks like LPN and welding alongside longer allied-health programs. The relatively low median debt suggests programs may be shorter or lower-cost than average, though program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Henderson Community College's top trade programs are LPN / LVN programs, welding schools, and medical assistant programs, among 8 total program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with active accredited status.
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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 34.9%, which is below the Kentucky state average of 55.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,483, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $35,714, per federal data.
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 at (270) 827-1867 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Henderson Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and Title IV aid eligibility as confirmed here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program durations.
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/?156851.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter certificate programs like LPN and welding alongside allied-health tracks may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm requirements for specific fields like LPN or welding.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Henderson Community College at (270) 827-1867 or through its website at https://henderson.kctcs.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare institutions directly.
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.