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Las Positas College
Livermore, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 3000 Campus Hill Drive, Livermore, CA 94551 · Phone: (925) 424-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Las Positas College is a public trade and career school in Livermore, California, offering auto mechanic, welding, and EMT training programs, accredited by the ACCJC.
Las Positas College's completion rate is 53.1%, below the state average of 64.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $51,088, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Las Positas College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 14.4% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,180 | $73,950 | $84,740 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | 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
Las Positas College is a public community college in Livermore, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards trade credentials across 10 program areas, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and EMT & paramedic training.
For students tracking outcomes, the college's overall completion rate is 53.1%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Among trade completers, median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $51,088. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 14.4% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served.
Given its mix of short trade certificates and longer associate-level coursework, Las Positas College can suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules should be confirmed directly with the school. Enrollment in trade programs totals 26 completers out of an undergraduate population of 7,299, within a small-city setting. To verify accreditation status and see the latest federal outcome data, check the ACCJC accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Las Positas College offers 10 trade program areas, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and EMT & paramedic training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), 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 FAFSA and 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 53.1%, which is below the California state average of 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; contact the school at (925) 424-1000 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $51,088, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Las Positas College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs and eligibility for state funding, though specific figures should be confirmed with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the ACCJC and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?366401.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of trade programs like welding, auto mechanics, and EMT training suggests options for career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported in this data—contact the school to confirm.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Las Positas College at (925) 424-1000 or visit https://www.laspositascollege.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across 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.