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DeHart Technical School

Modesto, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:

HVAC schools
93%completion rate · California avg 64%
$8,950median debt of graduates
not reportedmedian earnings, 6 yrs after entry
not reportedmedian earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$31,015annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (Accredited)
Address: 311 Bitritto Way, Modesto, CA 95356 · Phone: (209) 523-4578 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

DeHart Technical School is a private for-profit trade school in Modesto, California, offering HVAC training, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training.

DeHart Technical School has a 92.9% completion rate, above the California state average of 64.2%, and median graduate debt of $8,950, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at DeHart Technical School is $31,015, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 42.1% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
DeHart Technical Scho… DeHart Technical Scho…: 92.9% 92.9% California average California average: 64.2% 64.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$46,950$72,560$90,780

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 34 $35,595 not reported $8,950
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 300–899 hours 16 $35,595 not reported $8,950

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.

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About this school

DeHart Technical School is a private for-profit trade campus in Modesto, California, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. Students at this campus can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The school's primary trade focus is HVAC training, with 50 completers reported in that program family out of 99 total undergraduate enrollment.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 92.9%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%. Median debt for graduates is reported at $8,950. Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $31,015, and 42.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enrolled.

Based on its concentrated HVAC program offerings and suburban location, this campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on trade training rather than a broad associate-degree pathway; specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data, so those considering a career change should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data, prospective students can check the accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard directly rather than relying solely on this summary.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

DeHart Technical School's primary reported program family is HVAC schools, with 50 completers in that area. The listing shows 2 total program offerings at this campus.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, DeHart Technical School is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and its 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. About 42.1% 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 is 92.9%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates is reported at $8,950.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can check the College Scorecard link for any updates.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $31,015.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

DeHart Technical School is a private for-profit institution. This distinction can affect tuition levels, financial aid eligibility rules, and institutional funding sources, though this campus does participate in Title IV aid.

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 (209) 523-4578 or via its website for current program schedules.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation status through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review federal outcomes data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488192.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The campus offers a focused HVAC program track, but specific scheduling and format details for adult or career-changer students are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school to confirm fit for your situation.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details on any credentials tied to its HVAC program.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach DeHart Technical School at (209) 523-4578 or through its website at https://www.deharttech.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data against other nearby HVAC programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard can be used to look up nearby schools for comparison.

Other trade and career schools in Modesto, CA

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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.

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