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Escondido Adult School
Escondido, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 220 W Crest Street, Escondido, CA 92025 · Phone: (760) 737-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Escondido Adult School is a public trade school in Escondido, California, offering phlebotomy, CNA, and medical billing & coding programs.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, though the state average completion rate is 64.2%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Escondido Adult School does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomists | $45,490 | $56,040 | $62,790 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy classes | Certificate, under 300 hours | 85 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| CNA classes | Certificate, under 300 hours | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Medical billing & coding programs | Certificate, under 300 hours | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Medical assistant programs | Certificate, under 300 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Pharmacy technician programs | Certificate, under 300 hours | 14 | 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
Escondido Adult School is a public trade and career-training campus in Escondido, California, located in a large suburb. Federal financial aid such as FAFSA or Pell Grants cannot be used at this school, since it is not designated as a Title IV institution. The school's accreditation status is not found in the DAPIP database, so prospective students should verify credentialing directly with the school. Escondido Adult School offers five program families, with the top programs by completer volume being phlebotomy classes, CNA classes, and medical billing & coding programs, along with medical assistant and pharmacy technician training.
In terms of outcomes, 164 students completed trade programs out of an undergraduate enrollment of 1,476. The state average completion rate is 64.2%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the program mix — short, single-skill credentials like phlebotomy and CNA training rather than multi-year degrees — this campus may suit adult students or career changers looking for focused entry-level healthcare training, though specific program lengths are not stated here. Since this school does not participate in Title IV aid, students should confirm all financial and enrollment details directly with the school by phone or through its website. Prospective students can also verify accreditation status and check for any available federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard link provided for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Escondido Adult School offers five program families, with the top programs being phlebotomy classes, CNA classes, and medical billing & coding programs, plus medical assistant and pharmacy technician training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
The school's accreditation status is listed as not found in the DAPIP database. Contact the school directly at (760) 737-8000 or visit its website to confirm current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
No, this school is not a Title IV institution, so federal financial aid such as FAFSA or Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate is not reported in federal data, and the comparison to the state average is listed as not reported. The state average completion rate for California is 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for this school for any updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in 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 directly for current tuition and fee information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Escondido Adult School is a public institution, which can affect tuition costs and program funding compared to private or for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school by phone or website to ask about specific program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link, and contact the school directly to confirm accreditation status.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix of short, focused credentials like phlebotomy and CNA training suggests a fit for adults seeking entry-level healthcare skills, though specific scheduling and length details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Escondido Adult School at (760) 737-8000 or visit https://www.escondidoadultschool.org/ for application information.
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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.