Washington County Career And Technical Center

Last Updated on July 28, 2023

ABOUT WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS

  • The area of today’s Washington County was long inhabited by various indigenous people. In historic times, European traders encountered first Choctaw and later Creek Indians, who had moved southwest from Georgia as early Europeans encroached on their land.Washington County was organized on June 4, 1800 from the Tombigbee District of the Mississippi Territory by proclamation of territorial governor Winthrop Sargent. It was the first county organized in what would later become Alabama, as settlers moved westward after the American Revolutionary War.Washington County is the site of St. Stephens, the first territorial capital of Alabama. In 1807 former U.S. Vice President Aaron Burr was arrested at Wakefield in Washington County, during his flight from being prosecuted for alleged treason (from which he was eventually exonerated).  Today St. Stephens serves as a historical park where school children from across the state visit. Washington County is the sixth largest (area-wise) county in the state with 1,089 square miles.  It is the home to chemical industries, farmland, and timberland. About our District2,550 students
    Five member elected Board of Education
    Elected Superintendent, John Dickey
    3 K-12 schools, 2 High Schools, 2 Elementary Schools, 1 Career Technical School
    Alabama Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Initiative utilized in all schoolsAccomplishmentsAccredited by AdvancED
    ACT College and Career Ready Community
    Large percentage of Dual Enrollment Students
    Digital Device for each student
  • Principal: Mrs. Stacy DeesPhone: (251) 847-2040Address:
    16478 St. Stephens Avenue
    Chatom, AL 36518 
  • The Washington County Career Technical School offers programs that are technical, rigorous, relevant, and aligned with Business/Industry Standards for the workforce of tomorrow. Students have an opportunity to enter the job market with a high-paying skill or they may continue their education. 

About WCCC

Entrance to WCCC

Washington County Community College was recently named one of the top 150 community colleges in the United States for its commitment to student success and educational excellence. Along with Maine’s six other community colleges, WCCC offers the lowest tuition and fees of any institution in New England.

The college currently enrolls approximately 450 students in its one-year certificate and two-year degree programs. Students prepare for direct employment through the college’s programs in occupational fields of study. Others start at WCCC with the intention of transferring on to a four-year degree.

About a third of all students live on campus where they are able to take advantage of the college’s proximity to some of the most spectacular natural resources in the Northeast.

The college was founded in 1969 as Washington County Vocational Technical Institute, and in 1989, became Washington County Technical College. In 2003, the Maine Technical College System became the Maine Community College System, and WCTC became Washington County Community College in recognition of our expanded mission in serving the people of Washington County and Maine.

The college is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Washington County Community College serves as an educational, community, and economic development resource for Washington County and beyond by providing educational opportunities with individualized attention to all who desire to gain technical skills, develop career specializations, engage in self-improvement, and/or prepare for transfer.

The Mission

Washington County Community College serves as an educational, community, and economic development resource for Washington County and beyond by providing educational and workforce training opportunities with individualized attention to all who desire to gain technical skills, develop career specializations, engage in self-improvement, and/or prepare for transfer.

Our Vision

The vision of Washington County Community College is:
• To foster the development of academic, technical and leadership skills of students seeking degrees in technical fields;
• To provide students with the academic foundation to transfer to 4-year colleges;
• To instill an appreciation for his or her individual responsibility for citizenship and leadership in a multicultural society;
• To provide lifelong educational experiences for individuals;
• To provide out-of-class learning experiences in the environment of a quality campus community; and
• To develop strategic alliances and partnerships with government, business, and industry with which to enhance the economic development of the state and the region.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition and fees at WCCC and Maine’s other community colleges are the lowest in New England, averaging $3,600 a year for a full-time student.

WCCC is committed to assisting students and their families meet the cost of a college education. Our admissions and financial aid staff are here to help you learn more about the resources that are available to you through federal and state grants, college scholarships, and other sources of financial assistance.

Questions about college costs should be directed to the Business Office .

This calculator is intended to provide estimated net price information (defined as estimated cost of attendance – including tuition and required fees, books and supplies, room and board (meals), and other related expenses – minus estimated grant and scholarship aid) to current and prospective students and their families based on what similar students paid in a previous year.

TUITION RATES

Tuition Rates
 Maine Resident Students$96 per credit hour
 New England Regional Students$144 or $192 per credit hour depending on program and state of residence
 New Brunswick Students$96 or $192 per credit hour depending on program
 Non-Resident Students$192 per credit hour

GENERAL FEES

General Fees
Application FeeFree
Admission Deposit$75
Comprehensive Fee10% of total credit hour tuition
Academic Course Fees10% of applicable credit hour tuition
Technology Course Fees20% of applicable credit hour tuition
Student Document Fee$10
Parking Fee$1 per credit hour
Student Senate Activity Fee$2.08 per credit hour (maximum $25/semester)
Recreation Fee$2.08 per credit hour (maximum $25/semester)
Student Accident Insurance$16
Graduation Fee$75
Liability Insurance$22 per applicable course

SPECIAL FEES

Special Fees
Scuba Diving Certification Fee$195
Wilderness First Responder Fee$200
Professional Climbing Instructor Certification (PCIA) Fee$35
Natural Gas and Propane (NGP) Testing Fees$85 – $110
Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam Fee$135
American Association for Clinical Pathology (AACP) Testing Fee$135
Welding Certification Fees$250 – $300
 Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam$75
 MDT Testing Fee$125
 Environmental Interpretation (COM-200) Exam$200
Transcript Fee$10 per on-demand transcript
Credit by Examination Fee$100 per course
Portfolio Assessment Fee$125 per course
Directed/Independent Study FeeRegular Tuition rates and fees apply
Experiential Credit Fee$125 per course

Apartment style housing is available on campus. Room and board rates include a meal plan that runs Monday thru Friday. Refer to “Residence Halls – Room, Board & Related Fees” section below.
RESIDENCE HALLS ROOM, BOARD & RELATED FEES

Residence Halls – Room, Board & Related Fees
Residence Hall Room Security Deposit$150
Residence Hall Room Fee:
   Fall & Spring$1,810 per semester
   Summer$675 (6 weeks)
Residence Hall Cable/Internet Fee:
   Fall & Spring$75 per semester
   Summer$30 (6 weeks)
Meal Plan:
   Fall & Spring$785 per semester
   SummerNot available
Please note:  Tuition, fees, and room and meal plan rates are approved by the MCCS Board of Trustees annually.  The College reserves the right to make adjustments to the estimated charges and expenses as necessary.

PROGRAMS

  • Programs of Study
    • Adventure Therapy
    • Automotive Technology
    • Business Management (Available Fully Online)
    • Career Studies
    • Coastal Fisheries and Marine Technology
    • Computer Technology
    • Criminal Justice
    • Criminal Justice Conservation Law
    • Early Childhood Education
    • Education (Available Fully Online)
    • Electromechanical Instrumentation Technology
    • Engine Specialist
    • Entrepreneurship (Available Fully Online)
    • Family Futures Downeast
    • Heating Technology
    • Heavy Equipment Maintenance
    • Heavy Equipment Operations
    • Human Services
    • Liberal Studies
    • Mechanical Technology
    • Mechanical Technology – Passenger Vehicle Specialty
    • Medical Assisting
    • Medical Office Technology
    • Outdoor Leadership
    • Phlebotomy
    • Plumbing Technology
    • Powersport Equipment/Small Engine Technician
    • Production Technician (Available Fully Online)
    • Residential & Commercial Electricity
    • Trade and Technical Occupations
    • Welding Technology
  • Academic Resources
  • Course Registration
  • Online Courses

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