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CEM College-Humacao
Humacao, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 8 Dr Vidal St, Humacao, PR 00791 · Phone: (787) 850-8333 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — May 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges; Jul 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
CEM College-Humacao is a private for-profit trade school in Humacao, PR, offering pharmacy technician programs and EMT & paramedic training. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Median graduate debt is $5,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $21,033, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Completion rate compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for CEM College-Humacao; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 94.2% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy technicians | $23,030 | $29,520 | $43,130 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $21,840 | $27,610 | $32,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Puerto Rico (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 | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | $3,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | 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
CEM College-Humacao is a private for-profit trade school located in Humacao, Puerto Rico, in a large suburb setting. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA and other federal aid to help pay for their education. The campus offers two program families: pharmacy technician programs, which account for 11 of its recent completions, and EMT & paramedic training, with 1 completion. Total undergraduate enrollment is 161 students, with 12 trade program completers reported.
Looking at the outcomes data: the completion rate for this campus compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $5,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $21,033, according to federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. A notably high share of students, 94.2%, receive Pell Grants, indicating the student population is largely low-income.
This campus may suit students interested in short, focused career-entry programs, particularly in pharmacy technician work, rather than multi-year degree paths, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Given the high Pell percentage, it may also serve adult or lower-income career changers, though this is inferred only from enrollment data, not stated directly. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the ACCSC and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
CEM College-Humacao offers pharmacy technician programs and EMT & paramedic training. Pharmacy technician programs account for 11 recent completions, while EMT & paramedic training accounts for 1.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 94.2% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $5,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $21,033, 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 at (787) 850-8333 or visit its website for current tuition details.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
CEM College-Humacao is a private for-profit school. This can affect tuition costs, financial aid options, and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check outcomes data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?376224.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The high share of Pell-eligible students (94.2%) suggests the campus serves many lower-income or nontraditional students, though specific career-changer fit is not directly stated in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for details relevant to pharmacy technician or EMT roles.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach CEM College-Humacao by phone at (787) 850-8333 or visit its website at https://www.cemcollege.edu/cem/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools offering the same programs is not reported for this campus in federal data. Use the College Scorecard to compare similar institutions in the 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.