Mission Statement
The mission of the Greater Altoona Career and Technology Continuing Education Office is to provide occupational specific education to adults in collaboration with business, labor, and community in preparation for the demands of the 21st Century.
The Continuing Education Office further believes that vocational technical education should be an integral part of lifelong education with a dual purpose: (a) to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to enter employment or to pursue further education; and (b) to assist in the economic development of the area by providing business and industry with productive, adaptable, and competent workers.
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| Most Popular Programs | Program Cost | Est. Books and Supplies Cost | Program Length |
Licensed Practical /Vocational Nurse Training (LPN, LVN, Cert, Dipl, AAS): |
$ 8,140 | $ 1,046 | 1564 hours |
Medical/Clinical Assistant: |
$ 5,500 | $ 1,400 | 1365 hours |
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary: |
$ 4,200 | $ 1,100 | 1080 hours |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR): |
$ 4,180 | $ 1,035 | 900 hours |
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: |
$ 4,000 | $ 220 | 900 hours |
Electrician: |
$ 4,000 | $ 220 | 900 hours |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,958 | 64% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 2,263 | 14% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 5,232 | 40% | |
Any Aid: |
81% |
