- Change your career!
Change your life!
The College of Health Care Professions is a great place for working adults to enhance their current careers, or help themselves find new career pathways to better lives. We also train high school graduates to enter in the exciting high demand Healthcare industry.
Our programs are focused and centered on empowering you with the skills you need to enter the expanding and rewarding Healthcare Industry. Learn only what you need to gain employment in your particular field, so you can get certified and enter the job market faster. - Cardiac Sonography - Associates
- Dental Assistant - Certificate
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associates
- Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist w/ MA Skills - Certificate
- Medical Assistant - Certificate
- Medical Coding & Billing - Certificate
- Nursing (LVN to ADN) - Associates
- Surgical Technology - Associates
- Vocational Nursing - Certificate
The College of Health Care Professions also features: - Financial aid for those who qualify
- Job placement assistance to graduates
- Tutorials for all programs
- Convenient day and evening classes
- Four convenient locations
- Friendly customer service oriented staff
If you feel you`re ready to forge a new direction in your life with better career options in the rewarding Healthcare industry, don`t hesitate to find out more about The College of Health Care Professions today!
School Highlights
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest serves 5,176 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 5,176 students
- Private-state tuition: $19,800
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
- Minority enrollment: 86%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 188 teachers has grown by 70% over five years.
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
188 staff
262 staff
Number of Programs Offered
13
8
Student Body
The student population of The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest has grown by 233% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,176 students
1,396 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
5,176 students
890 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
517 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,176 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
38%
46%
% Black
31%
14%
% White
14%
26%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
12%
3%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
71%
19%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.5267%
0.3357%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $17,000 is more than the state average of $13,996.
Private State Tuition Fees
$19,800
$13,996
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,550
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
72%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest cost?
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest's private state tuition is approximately $19,800.
What is the acceptance rate of The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest?
The acceptance rate of The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 72%.
What is The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest's ranking?
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest located?
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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