Franklin Technology Center Adult Education

Franklin Technology Center Adult Education is a public, less-than-two-year institution located in Joplin, Missouri, within a small city setting. The school enrolls 86 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 54.17 out of 100. It reports a completion rate of 59% (IPEDS 2023) and a retention rate of 74% (IPEDS 2023).

The school offers a certificate program in Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training at the one-to-two-year level. This program prepares students to meet Missouri's requirements for LPN licensure and enter healthcare settings as licensed practical nurses.

Situated in Joplin in southwest Missouri, Franklin Technology Center Adult Education provides accessible vocational training to adult learners in the region. As a public institution, it serves the community's healthcare workforce development needs, offering a direct and affordable pathway into nursing for local students.