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Maricopa Skill Center
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Maricopa Skill Center Academics
Founded in 1962, Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix is one of two skill centers which are part of the Maricopa County Community College District. In addition to two centers, the district operates ten colleges and several education centers. The skill centers offer vocational training programs to prepare students for entry into the workforce.
Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix offers a variety of certificates and training programs within the following divisions: business and technology; healthcare; cosmetology; and, trades and industry. The business and technology division prepares students for jobs in the following fields: accounting, administrative assistant, computer support, customer service, legal administrative assistant, digital graphic communications, and soldering. The healthcare program offers certificates and training in medical assisting as well as practical nursing, while the cosmetology training program prepares students for positions as a certified cosmetologist or a certified aesthetician. The trades and industry division provides students with knowledge as well as training in the following fields of study: auto body, automation technology, culinary arts, construction trades, meat cutting, and machine trades.
All these programs are incorporated with hands-on training through the Maricopa Skill Center Village Shops. The shops and services provided include auto detailing, a salon and spa, computer repair, a deli and butcher shop, a restaurant, and refrigerator repair services—all of which are operated and provided by students, under the supervision of experienced instructors.
Maricopa Skill Center Admissions
Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix serves students seeking certificates along with extensive hands-on training. Prospective students are not required to have a high school diploma or GED, however, it is highly encouraged. For more information about the admissions process, contact the Admissions Office directly.
Maricopa Skill Center Financial Aid
Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix offers financial aid to qualifying students. Students may receive federal grants, student loans, scholarships, or agency funding.
Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix receives limited funds for scholarships. Students interested in receiving a scholarship should contact the Financial Aid Office and inquire about availability.
All students are required to fill out and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial assistance. Financial aid workshops are offered twice a week to assist students with filling out the FAFSA.
Students who do not qualify for federal funding should inquire about community-based organization funding. Some local organizations will provide training money for students who do not qualify for federal funding, but still need some financial assistance.
Maricopa Skill Center Students
Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix prepares students seeking certificates in one of the many vocational programs offered. To assist students with their needs, Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix provides services such as a career center which assists students with their job search, resume and interview preparation, and techniques for writing effective cover letters. In addition, Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix provides academic advising for its students, maintains a center which provides services to enhance skills such as reading, writing, and mathematics, and provides students with a hands-on training facility, the Maricopa Skill Center Village Shops.
Maricopa Skill Center Athletics
Maricopa Skill Center—Phoenix does not support any athletic programs.
Information Summary
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
Insufficient Data |
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| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
N/A |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
71% / N/A |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
1,151 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Phoenix, AZ 85034-4101
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,665 (8,662 urban / 3 rural) |
| Households | 2,378 (3.5 people per house) |
| Families | 1,680 (4.14 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 693 |
| Pop. — Asian | 58 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 14 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 323 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 4,221 |
| Pop. — Other | 3,772 |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | At least 1, but less than 2 academic yrs |
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| Calendar System | Differs by program |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
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| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Maricopa Skill Center use for admissions?
| Open Admissions |  |
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| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Maricopa Skill Center accept?
| Dual Credit | |
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| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
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| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
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| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Maricopa Skill Center Ranks 4704th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,894 | 642 |  61% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $656 | 50 |  5% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $465 | 75 |  7% |
| Student Loan Aid | $2,272 | 60 |  6% |
| Any financial aid type | 827 |  78% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Maricopa Skill Center?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 106 | 95 | 201 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 66 | 96 | 162 |
Hispanic | 131 | 117 | 248 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 8 | 9 | 17 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 51 | 48 | 99 |
White Non-Hispanic | 188 | 200 | 388 |
Race Unknown | 14 | 22 | 36 |
| Total | 564 | 587 | 1,151 |
Most Popular Programs
Maricopa Skill Center has over 11 programs available.
| Program Name | Contact Hours | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supp. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welding Technology/Welder | 1792 | $8,469 | $896 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | 1656 | $8,312 | $311 |
| 3 | Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | 1421 | $7,336 | $6 |
| 4 | Printing Press Operator | 1351 | $4,426 | $166 |
| 5 | Building/Property Maintenance and Management | 1316 | $7,013 | $230 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Maricopa Skill Center.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | 144 | 200 | |
| 22 | 70 | 92 | |
| 38 | 8 | 46 | |
| 4 | 35 | 39 | |
| 3 | 33 | 36 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
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| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | 1 | 15 | 4 | 11 | 31 | |||
| Building/Property Maintenance and Management | 1 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 14 | |||
| Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other | 42 | 81 | 3 | 9 | 65 | 200 | ||
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | 4 | 18 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 39 | ||
| Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 | ||
| Institutional Food Workers | 3 | 1 | 6 | 10 | ||||
| Machine Tool Technology/Machinist | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 20 | ||
| Meat Cutting/Meat Cutter | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 16 | |||
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | 5 | 14 | 4 | 13 | 36 | |||
| Nursing, Other | 17 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 54 | 92 | ||
| Welding Technology/Welder | 6 | 16 | 24 | 46 | ||||
| Total | 76 | 165 | 11 | 48 | 211 | 511 |
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
| Tenure system | |
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| Average FT Salary | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | N/A |
| FT Faculty Ratio | N/A |
| Total Benefits | N/A |
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