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Mt. Diablo Adult Education-Mt. Diablo USD
Concord, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: Loma Vista Adult Center - 1266 San Carlos Avenue., Concord, CA 94518 · Phone: (925) 685-7340 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Jun 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Council on Occupational Education; Sep 2025 · Accreditation Reaffirmed: Warning Removed. 2 sanction actions in the window.
Mt. Diablo Adult Education-Mt. Diablo USD is a public trade school in Concord, California offering EMT training, CNA classes, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Mt. Diablo Adult Education-Mt. Diablo USD has an 80.5% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, and graduates earn a median of $40,175 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Mt. Diablo Adult Education-Mt. Diablo USD is reported at $14,341, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 30.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Surgical technologists | $49,140 | $81,310 | $99,260 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 41 | not reported | $31,423 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 40 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 38 | not reported | $31,423 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $31,221 | $28,381 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | 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
Mt. Diablo Adult Education-Mt. Diablo USD is a public trade and career campus in Concord, California, operating within the Mt. Diablo Unified School District. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for training. The campus offers five program families, with its top programs being EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and medical assistant programs, along with dental assistant and surgical tech training.
Federal data show a completion rate of 80.5%, above the state average of 64.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $40,175. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $14,341, and 30.3% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, with 172 undergraduate enrollees and 152 trade completers, appears suited to students pursuing short, focused health-career certificates such as EMT, CNA, and medical assistant training rather than multi-year associate degrees. The program mix and adult-education setting may fit career changers seeking entry-level healthcare credentials, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers five program families, with top programs including EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and medical assistant programs, alongside dental assistant and surgical tech training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, 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 eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.5%, which is above the 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) 685-7340 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $40,175, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $14,341.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, operated by the Mt. Diablo Unified School District, which can affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain state or district resources.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (925) 685-7340 or visit https://mdae.mdusd.org/ for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?382258.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus's focus on short healthcare certificate programs like EMT, CNA, and medical assistant training may suit adults seeking entry-level career changes, though specific scheduling details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school at (925) 685-7340 or visit https://mdae.mdusd.org/ for enrollment information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in the data provided; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?382258 for regional comparisons.
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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.