Practical Nursing at Greene County Career and Technology Center

Waynesburg, PA · Public · Certificate · Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

A 85% acceptance rate means Greene County Career and Technology Center is accessible to most applicants, with a smaller student body of 19 in Waynesburg, PA.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $52,150 at Greene County Career and Technology Center come in 18% above the national median of $44,151 for Practical Nursing programs.

AI disruption models show minimal impact on this program's career paths. The gap between optimistic and pessimistic scenarios is just 0% — this trade's hands-on core resists automation.

With first-year pay of $52,150 far exceeding the $9,725 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #379 of 703 Practical Nursing programs, Greene County Career and Technology Center falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.

There are 2 registered apprenticeship pathways mapped to Practical Nursing, including Nurse, Licensed Practical (median $62,340/yr). Apprenticeships offer an alternative route that combines paid work with structured training.

68 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
66
Low End
68
Score
69
High End
Earnings $52,150/yr (18% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (82% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (258,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$52K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
2 of 2
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,725
2.2 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$48,781
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Practical Nursing graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses $62,340 +2.6% 75%
Nursing assistants $39,530 +2.3% 90%
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62,340
+2.6% growth 75% AI-proof
Nursing assistants
$39,530
+2.3% growth 90% AI-proof

Practical Nursing Career Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Practical Nursing at Greene County Career and Technology Center?
At 68/100, the score looks reasonable — but Practical Nursing is a high-scoring trade overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.
Will AI replace Practical Nursing jobs?
AI resilience is a strength here. Only 18% of Practical Nursing tasks overlap with AI capabilities, and 2 of 2 career paths remain viable even in our most conservative scenario.
How affordable is Practical Nursing at Greene County Career and Technology Center?
At $9,725 in median debt, Practical Nursing graduates from Greene County Career and Technology Center carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Can I learn Practical Nursing through an apprenticeship instead of Greene County Career and Technology Center?
If Greene County Career and Technology Center's tuition gives you pause, consider that 2 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Practical Nursing. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
What's the job market like for Practical Nursing from Greene County Career and Technology Center?
The career paths mapped to Practical Nursing have roughly 258,500 combined annual openings nationally, making this a very large job market. Demand is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →