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National Holistic Institute
Emeryville, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 5900 Doyle Street, Emeryville, CA 94608 · Phone: (510) 547-6442 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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National Holistic Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Emeryville, California offering massage therapy and culinary & pastry programs, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training.
National Holistic Institute has an 80.3% completion rate, above the California state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $27,978 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at National Holistic Institute is $38,841, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 61.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $34,320 | $45,970 | $64,130 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 609 | $22,470 | $21,841 | $9,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 160 | $22,470 | $21,841 | $9,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | 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 Holistic Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Emeryville, California, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. The school participates in federal Title IV programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Its programs are concentrated in massage therapy schools and culinary & pastry schools, with massage therapy accounting for the bulk of program completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.3%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs in California. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,978. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $38,841, and 61.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in massage therapy or culinary arts rather than a traditional multi-year degree path. Because program lengths are not detailed in the data provided, prospective students—including career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm how programs align with work schedules or prior experience. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data yourself, check the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
National Holistic Institute offers programs in massage therapy schools and culinary & pastry schools, with massage therapy representing the largest share of completions (769 of 792 total).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, 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 financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.3%, which is above the California state average of 64.2% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
The median debt for graduates is $9,500, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,978, 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 $38,841.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
National Holistic Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding structure compared to public or non-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 at (510) 547-6442 or via https://www.nhi.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?119553.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or format, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for massage therapy or culinary licensing details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach National Holistic Institute at (510) 547-6442 or through its website, https://www.nhi.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons of similar programs.
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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.