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College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355 · Phone: (661) 259-7800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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College of the Canyons is a public trade and career school in Santa Clarita, CA offering EMT & paramedic training, culinary & pastry schools, and construction trades programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, College of the Canyons has a 44.8% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,612 and median earnings of $49,022 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for College of the Canyons; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, with about 18.5% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Construction laborers | $40,950 | $60,270 | $78,520 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
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 | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 90 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
College of the Canyons is a public community college located in Santa Clarita, California. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). The campus holds accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with additional nursing-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Among its 16 trade and career program families, the most-awarded programs are EMT & paramedic training, culinary & pastry schools, and construction trades programs.
Looking at the numbers: the completion rate is 44.8%, which falls below the state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,612, and median earnings ten years after entry were $49,022. About 18.5% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a meaningful share of lower-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus enrolls a large undergraduate population of 15,832 students in a large suburb setting, with 192 completers in trade programs recorded. The mix of short-term certificate programs (like EMT training) alongside longer culinary and construction tracks may suit both first-time students and adult career-changers seeking a shorter path into a trade, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
College of the Canyons offers 16 trade and career program families, with the top programs being EMT & paramedic training, culinary & pastry schools, and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with nursing programs additionally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here. About 18.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 44.8%, which is below the state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,612, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $49,022, 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 (661) 259-7800 or visit canyons.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?111461, or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address career-changer fit, but the campus offers a mix of shorter certificate programs like EMT training alongside longer construction and culinary tracks, which may appeal to varied schedules; contact the school to discuss specific program formats.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach College of the Canyons at (661) 259-7800 or through its website at https://www.canyons.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This information is not reported in the data provided; check the College Scorecard for comparative data on nearby schools.
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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.