Southwest Alaska Vocational and Educational Center (SAVEC)

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Accredited

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Open

Enrollment

$5,000

Avg. Tuition

183

Total Students

Rural

King Salmon, AK

Founded 2000

Located on the former King Salmon Air Force Base

About Southwest Alaska Vocational and Educational Center (SAVEC)

SAVEC is a non-profit vocational training center providing rapid-response workforce development and technical skills training for the Bristol Bay region. It offers industry-driven education in occupations such as construction, driving, and health care in partnership with regional organizations.

Trade Programs Available

WeldingPlumbingAutomotive TechnicianMedical AssistantCdl TrainingCarpentryCulinaryIt Networking

Programs Offered

CDL (Construction Truck Operations)

CDL License

Duration: 4 weeks
Tuition: $5,000

Heavy Equipment Operator

Certificate

Duration: 6 weeks
Tuition: $5,000

Construction Technology

Certificate

Duration: 9 months
Tuition: $8,000

Wireless Networking

Certificate

Duration: 4 weeks
Tuition: $1,500

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
10:1
Hands-On Training
70%
Start Dates
Varies by program
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Bristol Bay residency (preferred)
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $5,000
Books & Supplies $500
Equipment Fees $200
Estimated Total $5,700

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • BBNC Workforce Development
  • BBNA Workforce Development
  • BBEDC Training Scholarship

Graduate Outcomes

83%

Graduation Rate

69%

Job Placement Rate

90%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$31,000

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Bristol Bay Native CorporationBristol Bay Area Health CorporationBristol Bay Economic Development Corporation

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available