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Institute of Technology
Clovis, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 564 W Herndon, Clovis, CA 93612 · Phone: (559) 297-4500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Nov 2025 · Probation · American Physical Therapy Association; Apr 2026 · Accreditation Reaffirmed: Probation Removed.
Institute of Technology is a private for-profit trade school in Clovis, California offering medical assistant, HVAC, and CNA programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Institute of Technology has a 73.5% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $35,095 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Institute of Technology is $29,228, federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and 59.6% 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 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,950 | $72,560 | $90,780 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 122 | $31,622 | $33,138 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 111 | $24,209 | $22,705 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 64 | not reported | not reported | $23,342 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 46 | $45,324 | $36,279 | $16,719 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 39 | $18,309 | $17,208 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | not reported | not reported | $9,703 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | $12,861 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | $12,861 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $24,209 | $22,705 | $9,500 |
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
Institute of Technology is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Clovis, California, a large suburb setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students filing a FAFSA may be eligible for grants or loans here. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with its Physical Therapy program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association's accreditation commission. Across 9 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs (175), HVAC schools (122), and CNA classes (46).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.5%, above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,095. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,228, and 59.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Undergraduate enrollment stands at 1,377 students, with 466 trade program completers reflected in the data.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training tracks in medical, mechanical, or personal-care trades rather than a traditional multi-year degree; program length details for each specific track are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm timelines directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and can review the underlying federal figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Institute of Technology offers 9 program families, with the most completers in medical assistant programs (175), HVAC schools (122), and CNA classes (46).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with its Physical Therapy program also recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association's accreditation commission.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.5%, which is above the state average of 64.2%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,095.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $29,228.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (559) 297-4500 or visit https://www.iot.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?431141.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter career-training tracks like medical assisting, HVAC, and CNA programs may suit adults seeking a faster path into a new field, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Federal data does not report specific licensing requirements; contact the school directly to learn what certification or licensing exams apply to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Institute of Technology by phone at (559) 297-4500 or through its website at https://www.iot.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard link can be used to look up other institutions for comparison.
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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.