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San Joaquin Valley College-Hanford Classroom
Hanford, California · Private for-profit career college
Address: 215 West 7th Street, Hanford, CA 93230 · Phone: (559) 734-9000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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San Joaquin Valley College-Hanford Classroom is a private for-profit trade school in Hanford, CA offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, though the state average completion rate in California is 64.2%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
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, 1–2 years | 50 | $21,439 | $21,861 | $9,500 |
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
San Joaquin Valley College-Hanford Classroom is a private for-profit trade school located in Hanford, California, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited. Despite this accreditation, federal data indicates this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grant funding cannot be used here. The school's primary program area is medical assistant training, with 50 students reported as completers in this program family.
Regarding outcomes, the state average completion rate for similar programs in California is reported as 64.2%, but this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates, median earnings ten years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students specifically interested in a focused medical assistant program, though exact program length and schedule are not detailed in the available data, so prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program structure and career-changer fit. Because federal aid does not apply here, students should ask the school directly about payment options and financing. To verify accreditation status and check for any additional outcome data, prospective students can consult the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges directly or search the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard using the school's official record.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers medical assistant programs, with 50 students reported as completers in this program family. It is the only program family reported for this location.
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?
No, federal data indicates this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here. Contact the school directly to discuss alternative payment or financing options.
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 in California is 64.2%, but how this campus compares is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates of this campus is not reported in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard for any available updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can check the College Scorecard link for the school's overall record.
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 at (559) 734-9000 or visit sjvc.edu for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means it operates for shareholder or owner profit rather than being state-funded or nonprofit-governed. This distinction can affect financial aid eligibility, tuition structure, and institutional funding sources.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm the duration of the medical assistant program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and check federal outcome data using the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing the medical assistant program are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to ask about certification exams or credentials tied to this program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact San Joaquin Valley College-Hanford Classroom by phone at (559) 734-9000 or visit their website at sjvc.edu for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools offering medical assistant programs is not reported in the available data. Prospective students can search the College Scorecard to compare similar programs in the area.
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.