Practical Nursing at Monongalia County Technical Education Center

Morgantown, WV · Public · Certificate · Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

With a 50% acceptance rate, Monongalia County Technical Education Center is moderately selective, with a smaller student body of 48 in Morgantown, WV.

Program Analysis

At $44,589/yr, Practical Nursing graduates from Monongalia County Technical Education Center land near the $44,151 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 0% spread between best and worst-case AI scenarios signals strong resilience. Most careers in Practical Nursing involve physical, hands-on work that current AI cannot replicate.

A #479 ranking among 703 Practical Nursing programs places Monongalia County Technical Education Center in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

For students considering alternatives, 2 registered apprenticeship programs align with Practical Nursing careers — offering paid training instead of tuition costs.

66 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
63
Low End
66
Score
66
High End
Earnings $44,589/yr (1% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (82% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (258,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$466K
1.0% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
2 of 2
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Practical Nursing graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses $62,340 +2.6% 75%
Nursing assistants $39,530 +2.3% 90%
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62,340
+2.6% growth 75% AI-proof
Nursing assistants
$39,530
+2.3% growth 90% AI-proof

Practical Nursing Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Practical Nursing careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Practical Nursing at Monongalia County Technical Education Center?
This program scores 66/100 — a respectable number in isolation, but it ranks in the bottom half of Practical Nursing programs nationally. The field is competitive, and stronger options exist.
Will AI replace Practical Nursing jobs?
AI resilience is a strength here. Only 18% of Practical Nursing tasks overlap with AI capabilities, and 2 of 2 career paths remain viable even in our most conservative scenario.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Practical Nursing graduates?
Yes — 2 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Practical Nursing career paths, including Nurse, Licensed Practical. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Monongalia County Technical Education Center.
Will Practical Nursing graduates from Monongalia County Technical Education Center find jobs?
At 258,500 annual openings, Practical Nursing has a very large employment base. Monongalia County Technical Education Center graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →