Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Associate's degree · Hennepin Technical College · Brooklyn Park, MN
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Hennepin Technical College earn a median of $54,376 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $62,755 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,781–$92,271). Median debt is $14,933, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduates from Hennepin Technical College make?
The median salary is $54,376 one year after graduation and $63,918 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,933.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.