Trade and career programs at Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 126 | $26,726 | $26,745 | $6,027 |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 112 | $59,557 | $58,556 | $14,458 |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | $34,841 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 0 | $30,280 | $26,471 | n/a |
Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $12,709 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $39,451 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $34,768 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $34,155 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $35,159 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $38,996 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $31,852 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $10,370 in federal student loans.
- 86% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers cost?
Tuition and fees are $12,709 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $34,768 in 2024-25.
How much do Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers graduates earn?
LPN and CNA certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $59,557 one year after finishing.
Is Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers accredited?
Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Academy of Allied Health Careers, Chattanooga: $9,825 a year
- SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville, Nashville: $17,514 a year
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis, Memphis: $7,336 a year
- Nashville Auto-Diesel College, Nashville: $37,769 a year
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville, Knoxville: $4,820 a year
- Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting, Nashville
More: all trade schools in Tennessee · Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.