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California Nurses Educational Institute
Palm Springs, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 5200 E. Ramon Rd. Suite I-1, Palm Springs, CA 92264 · Phone: (760) 416-5955 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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California Nurses Educational Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Palm Springs, California offering LPN/LVN, CNA, and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
California Nurses Educational Institute reports an 80.5% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, median graduate debt of $16,941, and median earnings of $46,895 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at California Nurses Educational Institute is reported at $28,452, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 56.9% 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 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 2–4 years | 87 | $35,854 | $38,018 | $20,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 50 | $35,854 | $38,018 | $20,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $27,808 | $25,194 | $5,500 |
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 Nurses Educational Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Palm Springs, California, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and approved for federal student aid (Title IV). The campus is located in a large suburb and offers three program families: LPN/LVN programs, CNA classes, and pharmacy technician programs, with LPN/LVN training accounting for the largest number of completers.
Among the roughly 200 undergraduate students enrolled, the campus reported 138 completers with a completion rate of 80.5%, above the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carried a median debt of $16,941, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $46,895. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $28,452, and 56.9% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus is structured around short, focused programs in nursing and pharmacy support fields rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families offered. That structure may suit students seeking a direct path into healthcare support roles, including career changers, though specific program lengths are 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?
The campus offers LPN/LVN programs, CNA classes, and pharmacy technician programs, with LPN/LVN training having the most completers (87).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its 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 financial aid programs, and 56.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.5%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $16,941.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $46,895.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is reported at $28,452.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and typical loan burdens compared to public institutions; students should weigh the reported cost and debt figures accordingly.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (760) 416-5955 or visit https://www.cnei.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455734.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on short healthcare-support programs like CNA and pharmacy technician training suggests it may fit those seeking a quicker entry into healthcare fields, though individual fit is not something federal data can confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific licensure information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (760) 416-5955 or visit its website at https://www.cnei.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures across schools.
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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.