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CES College
Burbank, California · Private non-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 401 S. Glenoaks Blvd. Suite 206, Burbank, CA 91502 · Phone: 8185639822116 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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CES College is a private non-profit trade school in Burbank, CA offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
CES College has a 55.6% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $16,821 and median earnings of $22,916 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at CES College is $38,165, federal financial aid is accepted through Title IV, and 68.0% 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 |
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, 1–2 years | 43 | $33,825 | $39,009 | $16,810 |
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
CES College is a private non-profit trade school located in Burbank, California. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. The campus is focused on a single program family, LPN / LVN programs, which accounted for 43 completers in recent federal data.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 55.6%, which is below the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $16,821, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $22,916. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $38,165, and 68.0% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need. Undergraduate enrollment at the campus is 118 students.
Given its single-program focus on LPN / LVN training, this campus is likely most relevant to students seeking a specific licensed nursing pathway rather than a broad range of trades. Whether the program length and schedule suit an adult career-changer is not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the Council on Occupational Education directly and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for CES College before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
CES College offers LPN / LVN programs, with 43 completers reported in recent federal data. This is the only program family listed for the campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, CES College is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, CES College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 68.0% of students at the school receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 55.6%, which is below the state average of 64.2% for similar programs, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $16,821, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are reported at $22,916 ten years after entry, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $38,165.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
CES College is a private non-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing structures and institutional mission compared to for-profit or public schools; this distinction is noted in federal data.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at 8185639822116 or via https://www.cescollege.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?444510.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data, since program length and schedule details are not provided. Contact the school directly to discuss fit for career-changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact CES College directly for specifics related to LPN / LVN licensure in California.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach CES College by phone at 8185639822116 or visit their website at https://www.cescollege.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?444510 to compare with other schools offering LPN / LVN programs.
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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.