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Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 800 South College Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93454 · Phone: (805) 922-6966 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Allan Hancock College is a public trade and career school in Santa Maria, California, offering EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and auto mechanic training, accredited by the ACCJC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Allan Hancock College's completion rate is 26.3%, below the state average of 64.2%, with median earnings of $42,786 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Allan Hancock College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, with 24.2% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Machinists | $37,440 | $57,190 | $74,210 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 55 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 51 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | 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
Allan Hancock College is a public community college in Santa Maria, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, applies here since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus is best known for its trade and career training programs, with EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and auto mechanic training among its largest offerings, drawn from a broader list of 22 program families that also includes cosmetology, dental assisting, welding, CNA classes, culinary arts, medical assisting, and CNC machining.
Looking at the numbers reported for this campus: the overall completion rate is 26.3%, which falls below the state average of 64.2%. Median earnings for former students 10 years after entry are reported at $42,786. About 24.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 8,052 undergraduates enrolled and 377 trade program completers reported, this midsize-city campus offers a range of program lengths across its trade families, though specific program durations are not detailed here. Career changers considering shorter certificate tracks like EMT training or CNA classes, as well as those pursuing longer LPN pathways, should verify current program length, schedule, and cost directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review additional outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Allan Hancock College offers 22 program families, with EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and auto mechanic training among the largest. Other offerings include cosmetology, dental assisting, welding, CNA classes, culinary arts, medical assisting, and CNC machining.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Allan Hancock College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at Allan Hancock College is 26.3%, which is below the state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (805) 922-6966 or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for former students 10 years after entry are reported at $42,786, per federal Scorecard data.
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 (805) 922-6966 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Allan Hancock College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs for in-state residents compared to for-profit schools, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for individual trade tracks.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?108807.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade programs, including shorter certificate-style tracks like EMT training and CNA classes alongside longer programs like LPN training, but specific scheduling or adult-learner support details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program, such as EMT certification or LPN licensure, but specific certification pathways are not detailed in the available data. Contact the school for program-specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Allan Hancock College by phone at (805) 922-6966 or visit its website at https://www.hancockcollege.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset. Use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?108807 to compare completion rates and earnings across institutions.
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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.