Collins Career Technical Center

Collins Career Technical Center is a public two-year institution located in Chesapeake, Ohio, in a rural fringe setting along the Ohio River. The school enrolls 484 students (IPEDS 2023) and focuses on practical career training across a variety of skilled trades and healthcare fields. It holds a quality score of 63.33 out of 100 on SkillPlum.

The center offers an extensive selection of certificate programs spanning healthcare and the skilled trades. Healthcare offerings include Licensed Practical Nurse Training, Registered Nursing, and Emergency Medical Technology. Trade programs include Welding Technology, Electrician training, HVAC Maintenance Technology, Automotive Mechanics, Autobody and Collision Repair, Heavy Equipment Maintenance, and Cosmetology. This breadth of programming makes Collins a versatile training option for the region.

Collins reports a completion rate of 60% and a notable retention rate of 100% (IPEDS 2023), indicating that students who begin their programs remain enrolled through completion cycles. The rural location serves students across the tri-state area of Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky.