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Gretna Career College

1415 Whitney Ave, Gretna, LA 70053

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03095100
  • President: Nick Randazzo
  • Fax: (504) 365-1004
  • Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Differs by Program
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Large Suburb
  • Student Enrollment: 151
  • College Alias: GCC

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About
GCC has a competency based curricula which has been developed and upgraded with the assistance and cooperation of industry representation and an active Program Advisory Board. Classroom training is reinforced by hands-on experience in modern, fully equipped laboratories simulating the work place. In order to provide for individualized differences, training programs are designed to provide for diverse educational backgrounds and previous work experience. By assessing the students' learning styles, teaching methods are tailored to motivate them to excel in their training programs. Programs include clinical practice and both clinical and clerical extern opportunities which provide students with on the job training. Students are cross trained and learn industry specific skills in order to compete for entry and intermediate level positions in their occupational fields.
 
GCC believes that professionalism is as an important aspect of training as acquiring technical skills. Students must adhere to attendance and conduct regulations as well as maintaining satisfactory academic progress in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical and/or clerical settings. Training in professionalism develops a positive attitude, personal motivation, self reliance, work maturity, and career pride. GCC seeks to graduate every student who enrolls in training.
 
 
Location
Gretna Career College is centrally located on the west bank of the Mississippi River at 1415 Whitney Avenue, Gretna, Louisiana. Located across from Oakwood Shopping Center and the Gretna Bus Terminal, the college is accessible to students from both Jefferson and Orleans Parishes. The college is 5 minutes from the New Orleans Central Business District.
 
 
History
Gretna Career College, formerly Nick Randazzo Vocational Training Institute, was founded in 1991. By amending the Articles of Corporation and receiving regulatory approvals in 2000, Nick Randazzo Vocational Training Institute officially became Gretna Career College. It has always been the philosophy of Gretna Career College to offer the best in career education programs. As we enter the 21st Century we are dedicated to preparing our students for employable medical and business careers.
 
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities


    None Available

Website:

gccla.edu

Mission Statement

Gretna Career College strives to prepare students to become competent technicians for entry and intermediate level positions in Nursing and Computer Technology. Our primary objective is to promote self-esteem and to develop the maximum potential of each student by providing quality career training in a professional environment. The college seeks to graduate every student that begins career training.
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Accreditation

  • Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Associates--Private For-Profit
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Higher Full-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Very High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Very Small Two-Year

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Gretna Career College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

 CertificateAssociateMore Actions
Business Administration Degree--
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Computer and Information Sciences

 CertificateAssociateMore Actions
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other Degree11-
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Health and Clinical Professions

 CertificateAssociateMore Actions
Medical Administration Degree-1
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Medical Insurance Coding Degree10-
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Medical Office Administration Degree-3
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Medical Assistant Degree114-
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Nursing Assistant Degree--
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Mechanic and Repair Technology

 CertificateAssociateMore Actions
Autobody, Collision and Repair Degree--
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

The Gretna Career College admissions office phone number is (504) 366-5409. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://gccla.edu

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College Credits Accepted

None Available

Considerations for Admission

  • Open Admission Policy
    • - Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 151

    • - Undergraduate: 151

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 10

    - Female: 121

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.08 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 10

    - Female: 121

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.08 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 131

    - Part-Time: 0

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 131

    - Part-Time: 0

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien--
American Indian--
Black11979%
Asian10.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic43%
White2718%
Unknown--

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Ages 18-191310%
Ages 20-212217%
Ages 22-243426%
Ages 25-293124%
Ages 30-341310%
Ages 35-3943%
Ages 40-4943%
Ages 50-6522%
Age Unknown86%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 80%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students65%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male50%
Female67%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
American Indian100%
Black64%
Asian-
Hispanic80%
White73%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees for the Largest Programs Offered

The table below details the programs offered with the highest student enrollment. The details include tuition, fees, contact/credit hours, and the average time it takes for students to complete each program.

 Tuition and FeesAvg Program Completion
Medical Assistant

50 Credit Hours

$13,0008 Months
Medical Insurance Coding

60 Credit Hours

$13,8507 Months
Medical Office Administration

112 Credit Hours

$26,60015 Months
Computer and Information Sciences

54 Credit Hours

$13,0007 Months
Home Health Aide

32 Credit Hours

$8,6505 Months
Autobody, Collision and Repair

58 Credit Hours

$14,3507 Months

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Gretna Career College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.gccla.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$9,290$10,151$10,240
$0 - $30,000$8,975$9,971$11,088
$30,000 - $48,000$9,177$10,967$11,133
$48,001 - $75,000$11,613$12,467-

Breakdown of Expenses: Medical Assistant

The tables represent a breakdown of the tuition, fees, housing, and other expenses for students enrolled in the Medical Assistant program at Gretna Career College over the past several years.

2011-122010-112009-10
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
Tuition and Fees$12,300$12,300$12,075
Books and Supplies$700$700$600
2011-122010-112009-10
Off Campus Housing Expenses
Room and Board$5,760$6,008$6,038
Other Expenses$1,118$1,118$1,118
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$1,118$1,118$1,118
2011-122010-112009-10
Total Expenses
Off Campus$19,878$20,126$19,831
Off Campus with Family$14,118$14,118$13,793

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Gretna Career College financial aid office phone number is (504) 366-5409. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid155100%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid155100%$5,719
All Federal Grants155100%$5,697
Pell Grants155100%$5,400
Other Federal Grants14795%$314
State/Local Grants & Scholarships128%$282
All Student Loans155100%$8,360
Federal Student Loans155100%$8,360

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)13.2%13.2%12.6%
Number in Default192321
Number in Repayment143173166

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Nearby Public Area
Weapons Related6-1
Drug Related14239
Liquor Related216-

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Nearby Public Area
Robbery2--
Aggravated Assault4--
Vehicle Theft1--

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees30282
Faculty Status12111
Tenured Faculty12111
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service1111-
Primarily Instruction1111-
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial651
Other Professionals44-
Technical and/or Paraprofessional981
Clerical And Secretarial33-
Skilled Crafts11-
Service and/or Maintenance33-

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$35,360 (11)- (-)$35,360 (11)
Instructor$35,360 (11)- (-)$35,360 (11)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$28,932 (11)- (-)$28,932 (11)
Instructor$28,932 (11)- (-)$28,932 (11)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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