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National Career Education
Citrus Heights, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 6249 Sunrise Blvd, Citrus Heights, CA 95610 · Phone: (916) 969-4900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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National Career Education is a private for-profit trade school in Citrus Heights, California, offering electrician, HVAC, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by ACCSC.
National Career Education has an 83.2% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $7,853 and median earnings of $38,015 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at National Career Education is $29,169, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 52.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,950 | $72,560 | $90,780 |
| Phlebotomists | $45,490 | $56,040 | $62,790 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 134 | $42,328 | $35,123 | $8,867 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 53 | $41,306 | $53,108 | $9,238 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 38 | 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
National Career Education is a private for-profit trade school in Citrus Heights, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here since the school participates in Title IV programs. Its most-awarded programs are electrician training, HVAC training, and phlebotomy classes, reflecting the school's focus on hands-on trade and healthcare-support career paths.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.2%, above the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,853, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,015. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,169, and 52.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially needy students.
With around 515 undergraduates and 225 recent trade completers, this campus operates at a scale typical of a focused career school rather than a large institution. The mix of electrician, HVAC, and phlebotomy programs suggests options for both longer technical training and shorter allied-health certificate paths, which may suit adult students or career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should confirm current program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school, and can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
National Career Education offers electrician schools, HVAC schools, and phlebotomy classes, with electrician training being the largest program by completer count (134).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), and its accreditation 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 aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grant funding can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 83.2%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,853, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,015.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $29,169 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
National Career Education is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and how financial aid and outcomes are structured 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 directly at (916) 969-4900 or via https://nce.edu/ for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCSC and check federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?371964.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of electrician, HVAC, and phlebotomy programs may suit adults seeking hands-on trade or allied-health training, though specific scheduling and program-length details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach National Career Education at (916) 969-4900 or through its website, https://nce.edu/.
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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.