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California Career Institute
Anaheim, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1240 S State College BLVD Ste. 150, Anaheim, CA 92806 · Phone: (714) 539-5959 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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California Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Anaheim, California offering LPN/LVN, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ACCET.
Median graduate debt at California Career Institute is $17,363, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for California Career Institute; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and 65.8% 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 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
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 | 101 | $46,672 | $36,129 | $17,363 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $20,540 | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | 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
California Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Anaheim, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and students here can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus is best known for its LPN / LVN programs, along with smaller offerings in medical assistant and dental assistant training, spanning three program families in total.
Federal data shows 107 trade completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 628. The completion rate compared to the state average of 64.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is reported at $17,363, while median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 65.8% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially eligible students.
This campus may suit students seeking a focused path into healthcare support roles, particularly through its large LPN / LVN program, rather than a broad general-education track. Because specific program lengths are not reported here, prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and duration before enrolling. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data independently, consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard using the school's official page.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
California Career Institute offers LPN/LVN programs, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant training, with LPN/LVN as its largest program by completions (101).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET).
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 for this campus and its comparison to the California state average of 64.2% are not reported in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $17,363.
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 any future 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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
California Career Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, funding sources, and financial aid terms compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school at (714) 539-5959 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCET and review federal outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the school's listed URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on healthcare support programs like LPN/LVN and medical assisting may suit career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not detailed in the available data; contact the school for specifics tied to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach California Career Institute at (714) 539-5959 or through its website, https://www.calinstitute.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools offering the same trade programs is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard for other institutions in the Anaheim area.
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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.