Is Philadelphia Technician Training worth it?
Philadelphia Technician Training is a private nonprofit, less-than-two-year institution in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (large city). It awarded 409 certificates in 2024, most often in welding technology, sterile processing technology and industrial mechanics and maintenance technology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$17,328
Median earnings 4 years after
$33,267
Average net price
$22,813
Completion rate
50%
Completions (2024)
409
Years to pay back
2.7 years
Students (undergrad)
512
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $15,982 | $33,646 | 265 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $19,794 | $26,540 | 133 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $19,999 | $36,814 | 63 |
| Carpenters | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 108 |
| Sterile Processing Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 92 |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 63 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 48 |
| Concrete Finishing/Concrete Finisher | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 47 |
| Carpentry/Carpenter | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 29 |
| Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 22 |
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Sources: federal figures for Philadelphia Technician Training. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Pennsylvania. Counts under 10 are not published.
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