Quick Facts

• Location: Henderson, Kentucky
• Address: 2660 S Green St, Henderson, KY 42420
• Phone: 270-827-1867
• School Type: Public Community College
• Programs Offered: Industrial maintenance, electrical technology, welding, computer and information technology, nursing, medical assisting and other career programs
• Training Style: Academic instruction, technical training and selected work-and-learn pathways
• Credentials Offered: Associate degrees, diplomas and certificates
• Program Length: Varies; HCC FAME can take approximately 18 months across five semesters
• Tuition: 2026–2027 Kentucky-resident tuition of $198 per credit hour, plus fees
• Website: Official Website

Overview

Henderson Community College provides technical, healthcare and college-transfer education.

Students can pursue occupational credentials or combine classroom learning with paid manufacturing experience through HCC FAME.

Programs Offered

Industrial Maintenance and Advanced Manufacturing

Industrial maintenance coursework includes electricity, fluid power, electronics, programmable logic controllers, mechatronics, robotics and welding.

Electrical, Welding and Information Technology

The college lists electrical technology, welding and computer and information technology pathways for students pursuing technical careers.

Healthcare

Healthcare options include nursing, medical assisting, medical laboratory technician and nursing assistant education.

Training Options

HCC FAME combines college attendance two days per week with paid work three days per week at a sponsoring manufacturer.

Selected participants can earn an associate degree in approximately 18 months across five semesters. The program requires a substantial weekly commitment and employer participation.

Tuition & Financial Assistance

For 2026–2027, standard tuition is $198 per credit hour for Kentucky residents and $270 for nonresidents, plus an $8-per-credit mandatory fee.

Online courses carry an additional $20-per-credit fee. Books, tools and program expenses are extra.

Residents of specified Indiana counties may qualify for Kentucky-resident tuition. Eligible students in qualifying programs may receive Work Ready Kentucky assistance.

Why Students Choose This School

• Advanced manufacturing education
• Paid work experience through HCC FAME
• Technical and healthcare pathways
• Multiple credential levels
• Tuition reciprocity for eligible Indiana residents

Career Opportunities

Depending on their training, graduates may pursue industrial maintenance, manufacturing, electrical, welding, IT or healthcare positions.

Enrollment Tips

Ask about the teaching location and schedule for your credential. FAME applicants should confirm employer selection, work hours and financial responsibilities before committing.

School Summary

Henderson Community College offers career and transfer education, including a manufacturing pathway that combines college study with paid employment.