Nursing at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Hudson, NC · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

with a smaller student body of 2,331 in Hudson, NC.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $66,904/yr, roughly in line with the $69,474 national median for Nursing. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

The 142.4x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 39% task exposure — and the 3% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Nursing graduates.

Ranked #143 out of 947 programs, Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute's Nursing program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

Nursing connects to 4 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.

88 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
82
Low End
88
Score
88
High End
Earnings $66,904/yr (-4% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$67K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
142.7x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$5,074
Out-of-state: $17,362
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$64,158
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Nursing graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Nurse anesthetists $223,210 +8.6% 83%
Nurse practitioners $129,210 +40.1% 52%
Nurse midwives $128,790 +11.1% 61%
Nurse anesthetists
$223,210
+8.6% growth 83% AI-proof
Nurse practitioners
$129,210
+40.1% growth 52% AI-proof
Nurse midwives
$128,790
+11.1% growth 61% AI-proof

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Nursing Career Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Nursing at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute?
This program scores 88/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Nursing nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, hands-on AI resilience, and solid financial return.
Will AI affect Nursing careers?
AI won't eliminate Nursing careers, but it may reshape them. At Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, a score of 88/100 already accounts for the 39% task exposure — the ROI calculation factors in reduced employment probability.
What makes Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute's Nursing program stand out?
The #143 ranking out of 947 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable, and the job market supports this trade.
Can I learn Nursing through an apprenticeship instead of Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute?
The DOL recognizes 4 apprenticeship pathways related to Nursing. For students weighing Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for Nursing workers?
At 292,500 annual openings, Nursing has a very large employment base. Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →