CET-Alexandria

CET-Alexandria is a private nonprofit institution in Alexandria, Virginia, offering sub-baccalaureate vocational training. Located in a large suburban setting within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, CET (Center for Employment Training) provides career-focused education designed to move students quickly into the workforce.

The school offers a Building/Property Maintenance certificate program at the one-to-two-year level. This program trains students in the practical skills needed for facilities upkeep, including basic plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC fundamentals, and general building repair. With a total enrollment of 91 students (IPEDS 2023), CET-Alexandria maintains a small, hands-on learning environment.

CET-Alexandria reports a completion rate of 79% and a retention rate of 73% (IPEDS 2023). The institution holds an overall quality score of 63.83 out of 100. For students in the Northern Virginia and greater D.C. area seeking practical training in building maintenance and facilities management, CET-Alexandria provides an accessible certificate pathway at a nonprofit institution.