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California Healing Arts College
Carson, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 500 East Carson Plaza Drive, Suite 103, Carson, CA 90746 · Phone: (310) 826-7622 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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California Healing Arts College is a private for-profit trade school in Carson, California offering medical assistant, massage therapy, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by ACCSC.
California Healing Arts College has a 69.6% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,476 and median earnings of $25,151 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at California Healing Arts College is $27,218, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 83.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Massage therapists | $34,320 | $45,970 | $64,130 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
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 and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 36 | $25,307 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | 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 Healing Arts College is a private for-profit trade school located in Carson, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students may use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for enrollment. The campus awards programs mainly in three fields: medical assistant programs, massage therapy schools, and medical billing & coding programs, with medical assistant training being the largest, followed by massage therapy and billing/coding.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 69.6%, which is above the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,476, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $25,151. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,218, and 83.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need. These figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training in healthcare support fields rather than a multi-year degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners or career changers should independently verify accreditation status and any licensing requirements tied to specific programs. To confirm current details, contact the school directly or review its College Scorecard profile for the latest federal outcome data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers medical assistant programs, massage therapy schools, and medical billing & coding programs, with medical assistant training being the largest by enrollment.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, and 83.2% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 69.6%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%, per the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,476, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $25,151.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,218.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means it operates independently of state or nonprofit funding and may have different tuition and financial aid structures than public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (310) 826-7622 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through ACCSC and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats for adult learners, but the school's focus on healthcare support fields like medical assisting and massage therapy may appeal to career changers; contact the school to confirm scheduling options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach California Healing Arts College at (310) 826-7622 or through its website, https://www.chac.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for similar programs in the region.
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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.