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Washington County Adult Skill Center
- 848 Thompson Dr
- Abingdon, VA 24210
- OPEID College Code: 02610100
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- General Phone: (276) 676-1948
- Administrator: Darrell Blankenship
- Website: wcsc.wcs.k12.va.us
- Type: Public, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Town Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 110
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- The Washington County Skill Center is an accredited post-secondary facility which will provide high quality technical training services for Southwest Virginia, Northeast Tennessee, and surrounding areas. The Skill Center will provide students the opportunity to obtain the skills necessary for employment acquisition, retention, or advancement.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 71% | 29% | 4% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $4,000 | $2,000 | $1,000 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Welding Technology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $4,510 | $4,335 | $4,320 |
| Books and Supplies | $433 | $523 | $194 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $3,096 | $2,580 | $2,150 |
| Other Expenses | $3,033 | $2,528 | $2,107 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,096 | $2,580 | $2,150 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $11,072 | $9,966 | $8,771 |
| Off Campus with Family | $8,039 | $7,438 | $6,664 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welding Technology | $4,943 | 900 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | $5,026 | 900 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Business, Office Automation, Technology, Data Entry | $4,794 | 900 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Machine Tool Technology | $4,857 | 900 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology | $4,966 | 925 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Dental Assisting | $5,143 | 900 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | 7 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other | 1 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other | 8 |
| Dental Assisting | 14 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology | 9 |
| Precision Production | |
| Machine Tool Technology | 14 |
| Welding Technology | 7 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 110 Undergraduate: 110
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 59 Female: 51
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 59 Female: 51
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 106 Part-Time: 4
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 106 Part-Time: 4
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 3 | 3% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | 107 | 97% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 15 | 14% |
| Ages 20-21 | 9 | 8% |
| Ages 22-24 | 10 | 9% |
| Ages 25-29 | 15 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 11 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 12 | 11% |
| Ages 40-49 | 20 | 18% |
| Ages 50-65 | 16 | 15% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.9% |
| Age Uknown | 1 | 0.9% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Primarily Instruction | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Other Professionals | 1 | 1 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 2 | 2 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 71%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 17%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
