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Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education
Baldwin Park, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 4640 N. Maine Ave, Baldwin Park, CA 91706 · Phone: (626) 939-4456 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education is a public trade school in Baldwin Park, California offering electrician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education has a 70.8% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, and median earnings of $32,069 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education is $11,859, federal financial aid is accepted, and 36.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,950 | $72,560 | $90,780 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 46 | $33,903 | $28,719 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $15,737 | $14,318 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $15,737 | $14,318 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | $21,968 | $19,319 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | $21,466 | $19,045 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | $24,421 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $21,968 | $19,319 | 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
Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education is a public trade and career training campus in Baldwin Park, California, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for eligible programs. Its top programs by completions are electrician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, alongside offerings in medical assisting, HVAC, culinary arts, auto mechanics, and pharmacy technician training, across eight program families total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.8%, above the state average of 64.2%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,069. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $11,859, and 36.1% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of lower-income enrollees.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, skills-focused trade training rather than a traditional degree path, including adults changing careers, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Enrollment is 426 undergraduates with 180 trade completers reported. To verify accreditation status and review updated outcomes, check with the Council on Occupational Education and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard directly before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers eight program families, most notably electrician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, along with medical assisting, HVAC, culinary arts, auto mechanic, and pharmacy technician programs.
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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.8%, which is above the California 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 directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,069, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $11,859.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for public workforce funding compared to for-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 at (626) 939-4456 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?417105.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix of trade-focused fields like electrician, cosmetology, and barbering may suit adults seeking career-focused training, though specific scheduling or format for adult learners is not detailed in the available data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly at (626) 939-4456 to ask about licensing tied to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education at (626) 939-4456 or visit https://bpace.bpusd.net/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across similar 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.