What programs are offered and at what credential level?

The school offers undergraduate certificates in Practical Nursing, Cosmetology, Vehicle Maintenance, Precision Metal Working, Dental Support Services, Medical Assisting, Engineering Technologies, and Criminal Justice, plus four other programs.

What do graduates of the Practical Nursing program typically earn?

Graduates of the Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants program have a reported median earnings of $36,992 two years after completion.

How many students finish the program?

The school reports a completion rate of 77%.

What does the small enrollment mean for class experience?

The school has 146 total students, which suggests a smaller learning environment compared to larger institutions.

Is this school public or private?

Wayne County Schools Career Center is a public school.

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Wayne County Schools Career Center

Smithville, Ohio · public · mainly awards certificates · 146 students · WeldingMachining & CNCDiesel MechanicsAutomotive TechnologyAviation MaintenanceDental AssistingMedical AssistingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN)CosmetologyBarbering

Avg net price / yr

$29,232

cheaper than 3% of comparable schools

Completion rate

77%

Median debt at completion

$7,574

Median earnings (10 yrs after entry)

$42,774

earns ~$1,463.3 per $1k of yearly net price

About

Wayne County Schools Career Center in Smithville, OH is a public institution that mainly awards certificates. With an enrollment of 146 students, it serves learners seeking vocational training in fields like nursing and automotive repair. The school reports a 77% completion rate and a median student debt of $7,574 at graduation.

What to know

The average annual net price after aid is $29,232. While the median student debt at completion is $7,574, graduates typically earn $42,774 ten years after entry. Pell Grants cover 37.6% of the student body, and the school offers many programs beyond the listed trades.

Net price is 128% above the Ohio median ($12,845) for schools offering these programs. Reported median earnings are 12% above the national median ($38,354) for comparable schools.

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Programs & what graduates earn

Program	Credential	Median earnings 2 yrs after completion
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants	undergraduate certificate	$36,992
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Precision Metal Working	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Criminal Justice and Corrections	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Precision Production Trades, General	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported

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Questions students ask

What programs are offered and at what credential level?: The school offers undergraduate certificates in Practical Nursing, Cosmetology, Vehicle Maintenance, Precision Metal Working, Dental Support Services, Medical Assisting, Engineering Technologies, and Criminal Justice, plus four other programs.
What do graduates of the Practical Nursing program typically earn?: Graduates of the Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants program have a reported median earnings of $36,992 two years after completion.
How many students finish the program?: The school reports a completion rate of 77%.
What does the small enrollment mean for class experience?: The school has 146 total students, which suggests a smaller learning environment compared to larger institutions.
Is this school public or private?: Wayne County Schools Career Center is a public school.

Other options in Ohio

School	City	Net price / yr	Completion	Earnings (10 yr)
ETI Technical College of Niles	Niles	$13,665	63.2%	$34,017
Apollo Career Center	Lima	not reported	66.8%	$43,101
Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center	Ashland	$9,303	81.3%	$31,791
Ashtabula County Technical and Career Campus	Jefferson	$9,599	53.9%	$42,163
Auburn Career Center	Concord Twp	$12,051	71.3%	$37,032
Belmont College	St Clairsville	$6,995	42.9%	$35,329

Data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (most recent release, pulled July 2026), school ID 433138. Figures are federally reported medians and may lag current prices. "Not reported" means the federal dataset suppresses or lacks the value — often due to small cohort sizes. How we compute comparisons. This site is independent and not affiliated with any government agency or school.