Putnam Career and Technical Center

Putnam Career and Technical Center is a public vocational school located in Eleanor, WV, in a midsize suburban setting. The center enrolls 52 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 67 out of 100. It reports a 67% completion rate (IPEDS 2023) and a 100% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), with all students persisting through the reporting period.

The center offers a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate program, providing focused instruction to prepare students for LPN licensure in West Virginia. This single-program approach allows the institution to concentrate its training resources on producing qualified practical nursing graduates.

Serving the Putnam County area along the Kanawha Valley in West Virginia, the center provides an accessible and affordable public option for students seeking entry into the healthcare workforce through practical nursing.