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Central Coast College
Salinas, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 111 E Navajo Drive, Suite 100, Salinas, CA 93906 · Phone: (831) 424-6767 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Central Coast College is a private for-profit trade school in Salinas, California offering medical assistant, CNA, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by ACCET.
Central Coast College has a 66.8% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,476 and median earnings of $40,823 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Central Coast College is $30,966, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 50.9% of students receiving 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 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Phlebotomists | $45,490 | $56,040 | $62,790 |
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 | 138 | $25,208 | not reported | $7,280 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 108 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 57 | 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
Central Coast College is a private for-profit trade school in Salinas, California, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants. Its most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, CNA classes, and phlebotomy classes.
According to federal data, the campus has a completion rate of 66.8%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,476, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $40,823. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,966, and 50.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment.
With 569 undergraduates and 303 trade completers, this midsize-city campus centers on short, credential-focused healthcare training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families offered. This structure may suit students seeking a faster entry into healthcare support roles, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Central Coast College's top programs are medical assistant programs, CNA classes, and phlebotomy classes, drawn from its three listed program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 66.8%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,476, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,823, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed annual cost of attendance is $30,966.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Central Coast College is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain aid programs compared to public schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (831) 424-6767 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard link for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on medical assistant, CNA, and phlebotomy training suggests shorter, credential-based programs, though exact schedules and formats are not reported in federal data—contact the school directly to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the school or relevant state licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Central Coast College at (831) 424-6767 or through its website, https://www.centralcoastcollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, 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.