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Angeles Institute
Artesia, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 17100 Pioneer Blvd, Suite 170, Artesia, CA 90701 · Phone: (562) 531-4100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Angeles Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Artesia, California, offering LPN / LVN and CNA programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Angeles Institute has a 46.7% completion rate versus a 64.2% California state average, with median graduate debt of $17,238 and median earnings of $61,195 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Angeles Institute is $31,664, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 62.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | not reported | $44,590 | $17,783 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 21 | not reported | $44,590 | $17,783 |
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
Angeles Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Artesia, California, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Because the school participates in Title IV programs, students here can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus focuses on two program families: LPN / LVN programs and CNA classes, with LPN/LVN training (42 completers) and CNA classes (21 completers) representing its top programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 46.7%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $17,238, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $61,195. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $31,664, and 62.3% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
With a total undergraduate enrollment of 113 students and 63 trade completers, this is a small campus concentrated in nursing-support pathways like LPN/LVN and CNA training, which are typically shorter, licensure-focused programs. This structure may suit adults changing careers into healthcare support roles, though program length itself is 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 current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Angeles Institute offers LPN / LVN programs and CNA classes. LPN/LVN training had 42 completers and CNA classes had 21 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Angeles Institute 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, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 62.3% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 46.7%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $17,238.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $61,195.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $31,664.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Angeles Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, program structure, and how aid dollars are spent 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 directly at (562) 531-4100 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review completion, debt, and earnings data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457314.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus concentrates on shorter, licensure-focused healthcare programs like LPN/LVN and CNA training, which are common pathways for career changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Angeles Institute at (562) 531-4100 or visit https://www.angelesinstitute.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, 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.