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Charles A Jones Career and Education Center
Sacramento, California · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 5451 Lemon Hill Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95824 · Phone: 91639558001000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Mar 2026 · Denial · Council on Occupational Education; Mar 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation. 2 sanction actions in the window.
Charles A Jones Career and Education Center is a public trade school in Sacramento, California offering CNA, LPN, and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Charles A Jones Career and Education Center has a 65.3% completion rate, near the California state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $5,512 and median earnings of $41,047 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Charles A Jones Career and Education Center is $21,579, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 47.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Machinists | $37,440 | $57,190 | $74,210 |
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, under 300 hours | 41 | $32,369 | not reported | $9,496 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $32,369 | not reported | $9,496 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $30,596 | not reported | $2,678 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $30,596 | not reported | $2,678 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 4 | 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
Charles A Jones Career and Education Center is a public trade and career-training campus in Sacramento, California. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for programs here. The campus awards the most credentials in CNA classes, LPN/LVN programs, and pharmacy technician programs, with five program families total including medical assistant and CNC machining training.
Federal data show a completion rate of 65.3%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates who borrowed carry a median debt of $5,512, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $41,047. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,579, and 47.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Enrollment data show 91 undergraduates and 106 trade program completers reported.
This campus appears suited to students seeking short, career-focused training in healthcare support and technical fields rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families listed. Adults changing careers may find the shorter CNA, LPN, and pharmacy technician tracks relevant, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review current 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?
The campus offers CNA classes, LPN/LVN programs, pharmacy technician programs, medical assistant programs, and CNC machining programs, five program families in total. The most-awarded programs are CNA classes (41), LPN/LVN programs (26), and pharmacy technician programs (21).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible 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 65.3%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $5,512, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $41,047.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is reported as $21,579.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which can affect tuition levels, oversight, and eligibility for certain state or federal funding compared to private for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the number or website listed to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through 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/?123493.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Based on its focus on shorter healthcare and technical programs like CNA, LPN, and pharmacy technician training, it may suit adults seeking career-focused training, though exact schedules and lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data.
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; contact the school at 91639558001000 or via https://www.caj.scusd.edu/ for program-specific licensure information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Charles A Jones Career and Education Center by phone at 91639558001000 or visit its website at https://www.caj.scusd.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; review the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?123493 to compare similar programs 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.