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Downey Adult School
Downey, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 12340 Woodruff Ave., Downey, CA 90241 · Phone: (562) 940-6200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Downey Adult School is a public trade school in Downey, California offering medical assistant, medical billing & coding, and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Downey Adult School's completion rate is 30.9%, below the state average of 64.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $46,851, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Downey Adult School is $18,545, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 35.1% of students receive 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 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
| Massage therapists | $34,320 | $45,970 | $64,130 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
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 | 142 | $23,454 | $24,124 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 63 | $27,984 | $22,268 | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 60 | $19,016 | $15,288 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 48 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 36 | $23,454 | $24,124 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | $22,505 | $19,455 | 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
Downey Adult School is a public trade and career training campus in Downey, California, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The school reports six program families, with the largest enrollments in medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, and massage therapy schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 30.9%, below the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $46,851. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,545, and 35.1% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 875 undergraduate students and 369 trade completers, the campus serves a large suburban population. The mix of short-term certificate offerings in medical and wellness fields suggests a setting geared toward students seeking direct entry into healthcare-support and personal-services occupations, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome and cost figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Downey Adult School offers six program families, with the largest being medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, and massage therapy schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and holds active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 35.1% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 30.9%, which is below the state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (562) 940-6200 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $46,851 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $18,545.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Downey Adult School is a public institution, which typically means lower relative costs and eligibility for state and federal funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available federal data; contact the school directly at (562) 940-6200 or visit https://www.das.edu/ for specifics.
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 U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?371690.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on healthcare-support and wellness certificate programs may suit adults seeking shorter entry paths into these fields, though specific schedule or format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not detailed in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Downey Adult School at (562) 940-6200 or through its website, https://www.das.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?371690 can be used to compare similar 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.