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Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 13356 Eldridge Avenue, Sylmar, CA 91342 · Phone: (818) 364-7600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Los Angeles Mission College is a public trade and career school in Sylmar, CA offering culinary arts, pharmacy technician, and CNA programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
The state average completion rate is 64.2%, though this campus's own rate is not reported; per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $12,678 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,834.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Los Angeles Mission College; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 20.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | 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
Los Angeles Mission College is a public community college located in Sylmar, California, within the Los Angeles large-city area. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards 9 recognized trade and career program credentials, most commonly in culinary and pastry arts (103 completers), pharmacy technician programs (10 completers), and CNA classes (3 completers).
Federal data shows 116 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 7,999. The state average completion rate is 64.2%, but this campus's specific completion rate and how it compares to that average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $12,678, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $39,834. About 20.7% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in culinary arts, pharmacy technician work, or CNA training, particularly those seeking programs within a public community college setting rather than a four-year track. Whether these programs fit an adult career-changer's schedule cannot be determined from the data provided, since program length and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review official outcome 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?
Los Angeles Mission College offers 9 trade and career programs, most notably culinary and pastry arts (103 completers), pharmacy technician programs (10 completers), and CNA classes (3 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 20.7% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate is 64.2%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not available.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carried a median debt of $12,678, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry were $39,834, per federal Scorecard 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 at (818) 364-7600 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Los Angeles Mission College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates and different aid structures than for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers cannot be determined from the data provided, since program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Los Angeles Mission College at (818) 364-7600 or visit https://www.lamission.edu/ for application information.
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; use the College Scorecard to look up and compare other institutions in the area.
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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.