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Access Careers-Islandia
Islandia, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1930 Veterans Highway, Suite 10, Islandia, NY 11749 · Phone: (631) 630-9410 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Access Careers-Islandia is a private for-profit trade school in Islandia, New York offering CNA classes, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Access Careers-Islandia has a 71.7% completion rate, above the New York state average of 64.0%, and graduates carry a median debt of $5,500, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Access Careers-Islandia; contact the school for current tuition. The school does participate in Title IV federal financial aid, though only about 3.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $38,450 | $48,590 | $51,980 |
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
| Dental assistants | $36,410 | $48,110 | $58,630 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 63 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $26,853 | $24,035 | $5,966 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Access Careers-Islandia is a private for-profit trade and career training campus located in Islandia, New York, in a large suburb setting. The school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Across its three program families, the campus most frequently awards credentials in CNA classes, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools, with CNA classes representing the largest share of completions.
According to federal data, this campus has a completion rate of 71.7%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 3.3% of students receive Pell Grants, a relatively low share compared to many career schools.
With 312 undergraduates and 100 trade completers reported, this campus appears set up for shorter, occupation-specific programs rather than multi-year degrees, based on the program families listed. This may suit students seeking direct entry into healthcare support roles such as nursing assistant or medical/dental assistant work. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the school's full outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Access Careers-Islandia offers CNA classes, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools. CNA classes account for the largest number of completions (63), followed by medical assistant programs (27) and dental assistant schools (10).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.7%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $5,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (631) 630-9410 or visit its website for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Access Careers-Islandia is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and how financial aid and outcomes are reported compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review detailed federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?494904.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, occupation-focused programs like CNA, medical assistant, and dental assistant training, which may suit career changers seeking quicker entry into healthcare support roles, though individual fit should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Access Careers-Islandia at (631) 630-9410 or visit https://www.accesscareers.net/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons with other nearby schools are not reported in this data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.