Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette
Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Lafayette, LA. It offers 8 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (6/13/2003 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette is Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder and the 2024 tuition and fees is $15,695. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder programs ($18,409). The length of the program is 905 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | $15,695 | $200 | 905 Hours | 9 Months | $18,409 |
| 3 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $15,495 | $400 | 905 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 4 | Blood Bank Technology Specialist | $15,495 | $400 | 905 Hours | 9 Months | $14,074 |
| 5 | Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | $15,570 | $325 | 905 Hours | 9 Months | $14,974 |
| 6 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $15,545 | $350 | 905 Hours | 9 Months | $12,154 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 287 students attended Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 12 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 7 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 30 (full-time) and 8 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette is 70% and the retention rate is 53% at the school.
| Student Population | 287 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 70% |
| Number of Faculty | 19 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette is $15,695
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
76% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,686 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $15,695 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $200 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $10,467 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $5,463 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,686 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette offers 8 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, 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, 397 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 1 | 23 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 5 | 1 | 321 |
| Total | 8 | 2 | 397 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette are offered both in online and on-site education. Total 397 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 23 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 53 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 321 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✔ | 23 completers |
| Computer Support Specialist | ✔ | 23 |
| Total | 23 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Work and Family Studies | ✕ | 13 completers |
| Child Care Provider/Assistant | ✕ | 13 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 40 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 40 |
| Total | 53 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✔ | 321 completers |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | ✔ | 100 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 73 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 63 |
| Blood Bank Technology Specialist | ✕ | 59 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 26 |
| Total | 321 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 287 students have enrolled into Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette. By gender, 29 male and 258 female students are attending the school.
There are 68 White (23.69%), 192 Black/African American (66.90%), and 27 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 287 | 29 | 258 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 192 | 13 | 179 |
| Hispanic | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 68 | 11 | 57 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 27 | 5 | 22 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 3253 Ambassador Caffery, Lafayette, LA
- 337-988-4042
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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