Central Arizona College

Central Arizona College is a public two-year institution located in Coolidge, Arizona, in a rural fringe setting. The college enrolls 7,853 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 30.83 out of 100. Its completion rate is 23% (IPEDS 2023) and its retention rate is 58% (IPEDS 2023).

The college offers a broad selection of certificate programs in technical and health-related fields. Programs include Recording Arts Technology, Diesel Mechanics Technology, Welding Technology, Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation, Medical/Clinical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Registered Nursing, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, and Health Information/Medical Records Administration. Multiple programs are available at both the less-than-two-year and two-to-four-year certificate levels.

Located in Coolidge, Arizona, Central Arizona College serves a wide rural and regional population with career-focused training across healthcare, trades, and technology. Its accessible program range supports workforce development throughout central Arizona.