NAICS 611210 - Junior Colleges

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NAICS 61121 NAICS 6112 NAICS 611 NAICS 61 junior colleges associate degrees academic courses technical training workforce development distance learning government contracts tuition assistance vocational education military education benefits online education

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What is NAICS 611210

NAICS code 611210 covers establishments primarily engaged in providing academic or combined academic and technical courses that lead to associate degrees, certificates, or diplomas below the baccalaureate level. These junior colleges serve as critical access points for postsecondary education, offering foundational curricula that prepare students for workforce entry or transfer to four-year institutions. Businesses operating in this sector include public and private community colleges and technical junior colleges that often blend classroom instruction with practical training. Government agencies contract with these institutions to enhance workforce development, support educational initiatives for military personnel and veterans, and promote economic growth through skill-building programs. The flexibility of delivery methods—including in-person, online, and distance learning—makes these services adaptable to diverse government training requirements.

Industry Classification for NAICS 611210

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in furnishing academic, or academic and technical, courses and granting associate degrees, certificates, or diplomas below the baccalaureate level. The requirement for admission to an associate or equivalent degree program is at least a high school diploma or equivalent general academic training. Instruction may be provided in diverse settings, such as the establishment's or client's training facilities, educational institutions, the workplace, or the home, and through diverse means, such as correspondence, television, the Internet, or other electronic and distance-learning methods. The training provided by these establishments may include the use of simulators and simulation methods.

Breakdown for NAICS 611210

  • Encompasses institutions furnishing academic and technical courses below the baccalaureate level.
  • Focuses on awarding associate degrees, certificates, or diplomas.
  • Admission requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Instruction methods include in-person, correspondence, online, and distance learning.
  • Training may incorporate simulators and simulation techniques.
  • Includes public and private junior and community colleges.

Included Activities for NAICS 611210

  • Providing associate degree programs in academic and technical fields.
  • Delivering certificate and diploma courses below the bachelor's level.
  • Offering distance learning and online education services.
  • Utilizing simulators for technical skill training.
  • Conducting workforce development and vocational training programs.
  • Collaborating with government agencies on customized training solutions.
  • Administering tuition assistance and educational benefit programs.
  • Developing curriculum tailored to labor market needs.

Business Types for NAICS 611210

  • Public community colleges
  • Private junior colleges
  • Technical junior colleges
  • Vocational training institutions
  • Educational service providers
  • Distance education providers

Subcategories for NAICS 611210

  • Academies, junior college
  • Colleges, community
  • Colleges, junior
  • Community colleges
  • Community colleges offering a wide variety of academic and technical training
  • Junior colleges
  • Junior colleges offering a wide variety of academic and technical training
  • Schools, junior college
  • Schools, junior college vocational
  • Schools, online, junior college-level (through a website or mobile application)

Government Buyers for NAICS 611210

Federal, state, and local government agencies commonly procure services under NAICS 611210 to support workforce training, educational benefits for service members, and community development programs. Agencies such as the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Labor, and state education departments often purchase junior college services to provide tailored academic and technical training aligned with labor market demands. These contracts support initiatives like tuition assistance, certification programs, and remediation or upskilling efforts aimed at improving employability and meeting statutory workforce development goals.

Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 611210

Contracts under this NAICS code typically include firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement types, with procurement methods ranging from competitive sealed bidding to negotiated contracts and grants. Indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts are also common for ongoing educational services. Contract values vary widely depending on scope, from small-scale tuition reimbursement agreements to multimillion-dollar workforce training programs. Government agencies may also use cooperative agreements and cooperative research and development agreements (CRADAs) to collaborate with educational institutions on curriculum development and training innovations.

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