Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Hackensack, NJ. It offers 4 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (2/15/2005 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology and the 2024 tuition and fees is $14,040. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology programs ($14,851). The length of the program is 1,053 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 10 months.
The following table shows the 4 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $14,040 | $455 | 1,053 Hours | 10 Months | $14,851 |
| 2 | Electrician | $15,150 | $529 | 1,200 Hours | 12 Months | $15,963 |
| 3 | Plumbing Technology/Plumber | $10,920 | $453 | 819 Hours | 8 Months | $10,940 |
| 4 | Management Information Systems | $6,300 | $132 | 600 Hours | 6 Months | $6,300 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 76 students attended Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 4 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 17 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 15 (full-time) and 21 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is 84% and the retention rate is 91% at the school.
| Student Population | 76 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 84% |
| Number of Faculty | 21 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 19 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS is $14,040
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition planstuition guarantee, including tuition guarantee.
27% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,250 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $14,040 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $455 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $10,500 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $1,480 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,250 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS offers 4 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 80 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 35 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 45 |
| Total | 4 | 0 | 80 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 80 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 35 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 45 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 29 completers |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | ✕ | 29 |
| Business | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Management Information Systems | ✕ | 6 |
| Total | 35 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 19 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 19 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 26 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 26 |
| Total | 45 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 76 students have enrolled into Adult and Continuing Education-BCTS. By gender, 73 male and 3 female students are attending the school.
There are 28 White (36.84%), 23 Black/African American (30.26%), 20 Hispanic (26.32%), 5 Asian (6.58%), and 20 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 76 | 73 | 3 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 28 | 27 | 1 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 190 Hackensack Avenue, Hackensack, NJ
- 201-343-6000
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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