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Redwood City, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 4200 Farm Hill Blvd., Redwood City, CA 94061 · Phone: (650) 306-3100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Sep 2025 · Probation · Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology; Nov 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Cañada College is a public trade and career school in Redwood City, California, offering medical assistant, radiology/sonography, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by ACCJC and JRCERT.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Cañada College's completion rate is 46.8%, below the state average of 64.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $50,087. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact Cañada College for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used, and 9.5% 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 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $70,210 | $121,260 | $137,770 |
| 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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $92,243 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | 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
Cañada College is a public community college in Redwood City, California, located in a large suburb. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its radiologic technology program also accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Because it participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. Among its trade and career offerings, the college awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs, radiology and sonography programs, and medical billing and coding programs, totaling five program families and 39 trade completers.
Federal data show a completion rate of 46.8%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $50,087. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 9.5% of students receive Pell Grants, a smaller share relative to some other community colleges.
This campus, with total undergraduate enrollment of 5,175, may suit students seeking shorter, credential-focused programs in healthcare fields such as medical assisting, radiology, and billing/coding, though program lengths themselves are not detailed here. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify accreditation status directly with ACCJC or JRCERT and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cañada College's top trade programs are medical assistant programs (21), radiology & sonography programs (13), and medical billing & coding programs (5), across five program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Cañada College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its radiologic technology program also accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 46.8%, 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 not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $50,087, per federal data.
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 at (650) 306-3100 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Cañada College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with ACCJC and JRCERT directly, and review verified outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?111434.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of shorter credential-based programs like medical billing & coding and medical assisting may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling or format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure and certification requirements are not reported in this dataset; contact Cañada College directly to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cañada College by phone at (650) 306-3100 or visit https://canadacollege.edu/ for admissions information.
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 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.