Technical College of the Rockies

What Technical College of the Rockies does

Technical College of the Rockies (TCR) is a public postsecondary career and technical education institution headquartered in Delta, Colorado, and governed by the Delta County Joint School District #50J Board of Education. Founded in 1974, TCR serves Western Colorado across six primary counties (Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, Ouray, San Miguel) plus Mesa County high school students through concurrent enrollment partnerships covering 7 counties total. The institution is nationally accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) and offers certificate and diploma programs across nine categories: Health Sciences (Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Surgical Technologist, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Nurse Aide, Phlebotomy), Emergency Services (Law Enforcement Academy est. 1973, EMT, Advanced EMT), Technical Drafting (Basic, Architectural, and Mechanical CADD), Personal Care Services (Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetician, Nail Technician), Automotive Technology (Maintenance & Light Repair and Automotive Service Technician), Information Technology (Cyber Technician), Construction (Carpentry), Animal Science (Veterinary Assistant), and community courses (Welding, Electrician Apprentice, CPR). Select programs hold additional specialized accreditation such as CAAHEP for Diagnostic Medical Sonography and American Heart Association certification for CPR training.

TCR operates a hybrid delivery model combining on-campus instruction at its Delta main campus with online coursework, hybrid formats, and high school concurrent enrollment channels. Its technology stack includes Canvas (LMS), Populi (student information system), Milady CIMA (digital curriculum for cosmetology/barbering), PowerSchool, and Parchment for transcripts. The institution maintains a website meeting WCAG 2.1 Level AA, Section 508, and Colorado C.R.S. 24-85-101 to 24-85-104 accessibility standards, and deploys a third-party AI chatbot branded "ROX" for student inquiries. Operating on an open-door admissions model with no SAT/ACT requirement, TCR employs 101-250 staff and serves a distributed base of high school concurrent enrollees, adult learners, veterans utilizing GI Bill benefits, and working healthcare professionals pursuing continuing education (IV Therapy for MAs and EMTs).

The institution generates revenue through tuition (programs priced $1,708 to over $17,000 per program), federal/state/local appropriations, federal financial aid administration (Pell Grants, SEOG, Federal Work Study — though it ceased federal student loan participation in 2023), and supplementary revenue from the student-run TCR Salon & Barber Shop and TCR Esthetician Clinic. Multiple external scholarship partnerships (COSI, Colorado DVR, Region 10 Workforce Center, Black Canyon Classic Car Club, Delta Health Foundation, DMEA, Western Colorado Community Foundation, Montrose Community Foundation, BPI Charity) supplement student funding. A Career Board connects graduates with regional Western Slope employers including Mountain West Dermatology and Affordable Appliance.

Name

Technical College of the Rockies

Legal name

Technical College of the Rockies

Website

https://tcr.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Technical College of the Rockies is a public postsecondary career and technical education institution in Delta, Colorado, offering accredited certificate programs in healthcare, emergency services, automotive, IT, drafting, and trades across seven Western Colorado counties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Career and Technical Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG)

Keywords

• Career technical education
• Vocational training programs
• Workforce credentialing
• Professional certification courses
• Postsecondary technical college

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: TCR generates revenue primarily through tuition and fees charged to students for career and technical education programs. Programs vary in total cost from approximately $1,708 (Phlebotomy) to over $17,000 (Diagnostic Medical Sonography). Tuition is charged per semester with additional fees for programs, courses, testing, and materials.
2. Federal, State, and Local Funding: As a public institution, TCR receives funding through a combination of federal, state, and local sources. Programs are funded through these governmental sources in addition to student tuition. The institution also participates in federal financial aid programs including Pell Grants, SEOG, and Federal Work Study.
3. Salon and Spa Services: Student-performed salon and spa services (haircuts, coloring, facials, nail services, etc.) generate revenue while providing hands-on training. Services are priced affordably ($12 haircuts, $30 facials) to make self-care accessible while supporting student learning.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Technical College of the Rockies is a public postsecondary career and technical education institution that delivers hands-on certificate programs spanning healthcare (Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Assistant, Nursing Aide, Phlebotomy), emergency services (Law Enforcement Academy, EMT), skilled trades (Welding, Carpentry, Electrician Apprentice), personal care (Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetician), automotive technology, cybersecurity, and animal science. Programs combine classroom instruction, professional lab work, and clinical/field internships, preparing students for industry certifications (ARDMS, NRST, RMA, POST, ASE, CompTIA, NCCER, Colorado State Board licensure). The college is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and governed by the Delta County Joint School District #50J.

Product overview

Technical College of the Rockies is a public postsecondary career and technical education institution offering a diverse portfolio of certificate programs and community courses. The college operates as a single unified institution organized around career pathways rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. Programs span nine major categories: Health Sciences (Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Surgical Technologist, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, Nurse Aide, Phlebotomy), Emergency Services (Law Enforcement Academy, Advanced EMT, EMT), Technical Drafting (Basic CADD, Architectural CADD, Mechanical CADD), Personal Care Services (Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetician, Nail Technician), Automotive Technology (Maintenance & Light Repair, Automotive Service Technician), Information Technology (Cyber Technician), Construction (Carpentry), Animal Science (Veterinary Assistant), and Community Courses (Welding, Electrician Apprentice). The college also operates two student-run service clinics (TCR Salon & Barber Shop and TCR Esthetician Clinic/Spa) and offers CPR/First Aid certification courses. Programs are accredited through the Colorado Community College System and Council on Occupational Education, with select programs holding additional specialized accreditation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TCR Salon & Barber Shop: Professional salon and barber services performed by students under licensed instructor supervision.
• TCR Esthetician Clinic
• ROX

Products and services

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) A CAAHEP-accredited two-year program preparing students to perform medical ultrasound procedures including abdominal and obstetrics/gynecology sonography, leading to ARDMS board certification. Delivered in 62 credits over 72 weeks across 4 semesters with total direct costs of $17,182.63.
• Surgical Technologist A two-semester program training students to maintain sterile fields and assist surgical teams through preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative procedures, preparing graduates for NRST certification. Total direct cost is $10,342.43 across 990 hours.
• Patient Care Technician (PCT) An 18-week advanced clinical program building on CNA fundamentals with specialized skills in phlebotomy, EKGs, wound care, and rehabilitation support, earning four stackable credentials (CNA, BLS, Phlebotomy, EKG). Total cost is $3,569.66 and does not qualify for Federal Financial Aid.
• Medical Assistant A two-semester program preparing students for clinical and administrative healthcare roles covering phlebotomy, EKG, sterile technique, medication administration, emergency response, billing, and coding, leading to RMA certification. Total direct cost is $6,229.76.
• Nurse Aide (CNA) A 6.5-credit program providing 127 hours of training in patient care, mobility assistance, and daily living activities in hybrid or in-seat formats, preparing students for Colorado State Board CNA examination. Total cost is $1,906.37 and does not qualify for Federal Financial Aid.
• Phlebotomy A hybrid 8-week program providing 116 hours of training in venipuncture, skin puncture, specimen handling, and blood physiology, preparing students for national phlebotomy certification exams. Total cost is $1,708.60.
• Law Enforcement Academy An 18-week full-immersion academy established in 1973 preparing students for the Colorado POST exam, covering 52 academic topics and 3 skills-based areas for careers in law enforcement. Total direct cost is $12,760.42.
• Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) A 14-credit, one-semester program building on EMT knowledge with advanced pre-hospital care skills, expanded pharmacology, and IV therapy, preparing students for the National Registry AEMT Exam. Total cost is $2,882.17.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) An 18-week flexible-schedule program following DOT standards, preparing students for the National Registry Certification Exam and Colorado State Board licensing. Total cost is $3,395.95.
• Basic Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) A two-semester program covering 600 hours of instruction in technical drawing, design principles, and both manual and computer-aided drafting techniques using AutoCAD. Total cost is $4,825.86.
• Architectural Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) A two-semester program developing drafting fundamentals, AutoCAD skills, and architectural software knowledge from schematic design through construction documentation. Total cost is $4,631.21.
• Mechanical Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) A two-semester program teaching foundational drafting techniques, deep AutoCAD proficiency, and industry-standard software for mechanical and technical design environments. Total cost is $4,837.83.
• Barbering A two-semester hybrid program covering 1,297 hours of hands-on training in cutting, styling, shaving, skincare, and salon management, preparing students for Colorado State Board licensure exam. Total cost is $9,740.86, including a $1,525 student kit.
• Cosmetology A two-semester hybrid program spanning 1,211 hours providing comprehensive training in hairstyling, esthetics, and nail care through lecture and hands-on practice in the on-campus salon. Total cost is $10,095.99, including a $1,850 student kit.
• Esthetician & Skin Care Specialist An 18-week program covering skin analysis, facials, exfoliation, makeup, waxing, and hair removal, preparing students for Colorado State Board examination for licensure. Total cost is $5,306.09, including a $1,190 student kit.
• Nail Technician An 18-week program providing hands-on training in manicures, pedicures, and artificial nail application, preparing graduates for Colorado State Board nail technician licensure exam. Total cost is $5,342.90.
• Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR) Year 1 of the automotive pathway covering 630 hours of foundational automotive skills in brakes, electrical systems, ignition, and steering, leading to G1 ASE certification. Total cost is $4,985.91.
• Automotive Service Technician (AST) Year 2 of the automotive pathway building on MLR foundation with 675 hours of training in engines, transmissions, electrical diagnostics, brakes, and HVAC, earning ASE Entry-Level Certifications. Total cost is $4,943.15 and requires MLR completion as a prerequisite.
• Cyber Technician

Quantifiable outcome

• Debt-free education messaging - TCR emphasizes education without student debt burden.

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration21 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• American Heart AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTCR is an AHA-certified training site offering Basic Life Support (BLS) and Heartsaver CPR AED First Aid courses. Certifications are valid for 2 years and meet AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC.
• CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiagnostic Medical Sonography program is CAAHEP-accredited, confirming program meets nationally recognized standards for curriculum, clinical training, faculty qualifications, and student outcomes.
• 9.95 UniformsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUniform partner providing TCR-custom scrubs at discounted, tax-free pricing for healthcare program students. Additional scrubs available through this partnership.
• Sideline BSNSports (TCR Gear Store)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline merchandise store for TCR-branded apparel and gear. Students and community can purchase TCR pride merchandise.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tcatshelbyville

Compliance12 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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