Nursing at Hazard Community and Technical College

Hazard, KY · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

a compact campus enrolling 1,404 students in Hazard, KY.

Program Analysis

At $65,822/yr, Nursing graduates from Hazard Community and Technical College land near the $69,474 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 76.4x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 3% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Nursing career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

The median debt load of $11,888 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

A #475 ranking among 947 Nursing programs places Hazard Community and Technical College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

For students considering alternatives, 4 registered apprenticeship programs align with Nursing careers — offering paid training instead of tuition costs.

82 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
77
Low End
82
Score
83
High End
Earnings $65,822/yr (-5% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$66K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
76.5x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$9,312
Out-of-state: $12,384
Median Debt at Graduation
$11,888
2.2 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$47,001
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

What can you do with a Nursing credential from Hazard Community and Technical College? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Hazard Community and Technical College's Nursing program score?
A score of 82/100 reflects decent absolute metrics, but Hazard Community and Technical College trails the majority of Nursing programs on relative rankings. Context matters more than the raw number.
What's the AI risk for Nursing graduates from Hazard Community and Technical College?
The 39% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — Hazard Community and Technical College graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
What's the typical debt for Nursing graduates from Hazard Community and Technical College?
At $11,888 in median debt, Nursing graduates from Hazard Community and Technical College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Can I learn Nursing through an apprenticeship instead of Hazard Community and Technical College?
Beyond Hazard Community and Technical College's classroom route, 4 registered apprenticeships map to Nursing careers — including Home Health Director. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Is there demand for Nursing workers?
The very large job market (292,500 annual openings) works in favor of Nursing graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →