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San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center
Fresno, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 4985 East Anderson Avenue, Fresno, CA 93727 · Phone: (559) 734-9000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center is a private for-profit trade school in Fresno, California offering electrician, aviation maintenance, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center reports a 79.6% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $10,674 and median earnings of $38,317 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center is reported at $32,406, federal financial aid can be used here, and 60.4% 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 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $53,860 | $86,100 | $99,650 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,950 | $72,560 | $90,780 |
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, 1–2 years | 79 | $34,243 | not reported | $11,667 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 25 | not reported | not reported | $20,000 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | not reported | $17,710 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $33,602 | $39,009 | $13,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | $54,937 | $52,107 | $20,125 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 1 | $36,355 | $34,921 | $19,584 |
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-Trades Education Center is a private for-profit trade school located in Fresno, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards six program families, with the highest enrollment in electrician schools (96 completers), aviation maintenance (A&P) schools (27), and HVAC schools (11).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 79.6%, above the state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,674. Median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $38,317. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $32,406, and 60.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, skills-based training in electrical, aviation maintenance, or HVAC trades rather than a traditional multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm scheduling, format, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the most current outcome figures, prospective students can consult the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers six program families, with the most completers in electrician schools (96), aviation maintenance (A&P) schools (27), and HVAC schools (11).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 79.6%, 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 $10,674, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $38,317.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $32,406.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and typical debt loads compared to public institutions; prospective students may want to compare costs and outcomes across school types.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (559) 734-9000 or visit sjvc.edu to confirm current program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?422020.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused programs in electrician, aviation maintenance, and HVAC trades, which may suit those seeking skills-based training, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported here; contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (559) 734-9000 or visit its website at https://www.sjvc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus is not directly comparable to other schools within this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across nearby institutions.
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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.