Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide at Lanier Technical College in Gainesville, GA
Total Graduates
203
Class of 2025
Male Graduates
10%
21 of 203
Female Graduates
90%
182 of 203
Annual Tuition & Fees
$3,980
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Lanier Technical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse Aide Certificate--NA31 | 38% | 77% | 82% | $5,781 |
| PRACTICAL NURSING Diploma--PN12 | 89% | 100% | 100% | $9,790 |
In the Nurse Aide Certificate--NA31 program at Lanier Technical College, 77% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 38% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,781 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the PRACTICAL NURSING Diploma--PN12 program at Lanier Technical College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 89% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,790 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$39,530
10-Year Job Growth
+2.3%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nursing Assistants
SOC: 31-1131 | $31,624 | +2.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$29,648
Peak Salary
$49,413
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (3)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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