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Advanced Career Institute
Visalia, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1243 N. Clancy Street, Visalia, CA 93291 · Phone: (559) 651-1978 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Advanced Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Visalia, California, offering CDL / truck driving and welding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Advanced Career Institute has an 80.8% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, and graduates carry a median debt of $6,331, 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 for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here since the school participates in Title IV, and about 24.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $41,830 | $60,230 | $72,330 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1,253 | $34,099 | $30,818 | $6,201 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 163 | $27,776 | $31,314 | $8,023 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 83 | $34,099 | $30,818 | $6,201 |
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
Advanced Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Visalia, California. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal student aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based financial aid to help cover costs. The campus offers three trade programs across two program families, with the largest enrollments in CDL / truck driving schools and welding schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.8%, which is above the state average of 64.2%. Median debt among graduates who borrowed is reported at $6,331. 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 24.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students are enrolled.
This campus is set up around focused, program-specific training rather than broad associate-degree pathways, based on the program families listed (CDL and welding). That structure is typically suited to students who want to move directly into a skilled trade without a multi-year commitment, including adult career changers, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date enrollment and outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Advanced Career Institute offers three programs across two families, primarily CDL / truck driving schools and welding schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a status listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so eligible students can use 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 80.8%, which is above the state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $6,331.
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 (559) 651-1978 or visit https://advanced.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Advanced Career Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid terms compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for specific program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?480019.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused programs in CDL and welding rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit those seeking direct-entry skilled trade training, though specific program length and adult-learner accommodations are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Advanced Career Institute at (559) 651-1978 or through its website at https://advanced.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates and costs 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.