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Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
San Bernardino, California · career school · part of - · Training programs available:
Address: 1955 W. 9th St., San Bernardino, CA 92411 · Phone: (909) 453-6550
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Heavy Equipment Colleges of America is a trade school in San Bernardino, California, offering heavy-equipment training programs and accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, including completion rate, graduate debt, and earnings figures per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants generally cannot be used here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $52,760 | $87,160 | $125,560 |
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 |
|---|
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
Heavy Equipment Colleges of America is a trade school campus located in San Bernardino, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited. According to the data provided, this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students generally cannot use FAFSA or Pell Grants to pay for programs here. The campus is associated with the heavy-equipment-schools program family, which typically covers training for operating and maintaining heavy machinery used in construction, mining, and related industries.
Specific outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited in the available federal data. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because federal aid does not appear to apply here, this program may suit students who have alternative funding arranged, such as personal savings, employer sponsorship, or private financing. Program length and schedule details are not included in the data provided, so it is not possible to say whether this is a good fit for adult career changers based on stated program structure alone. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for any additional reported figures, and contact the school directly at (909) 453-6550 for current program details, costs, and schedules.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus is associated with the heavy-equipment-schools program family, which generally involves training to operate and maintain heavy machinery. Specific program names and lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (909) 453-6550 for details.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Heavy Equipment Colleges of America is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
No, according to the data provided this school does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants generally cannot be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. You can check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry is 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 at (909) 453-6550 for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The control type (public, non-profit, or for-profit) is not reported in the data provided. Control type can affect tuition costs, financial aid eligibility, and institutional mission, so it's worth confirming directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school at (909) 453-6550 to ask about program duration and schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for any reported outcome data on this campus.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly to learn what credentials, if any, follow program completion.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Heavy Equipment Colleges of America at (909) 453-6550 to ask about admissions and application steps.
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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.