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Shasta College
Redding, California · Public college
Address: 11555 Old Oregon Trail, Redding, CA 96003 · Phone: (530) 242-7500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Shasta College is a public trade school in Redding, CA offering medical assistant, welding, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the ACCJC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the state average completion rate is 64.2%, median graduate debt is $14,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,269 at Shasta College.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Shasta College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and 35.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $52,760 | $87,160 | $125,560 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,180 | $73,950 | $84,740 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Dental hygienists | $102,090 | $124,930 | $132,120 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Machinists | $37,440 | $57,190 | $74,210 |
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 | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | 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
Shasta College is a public trade and career school located in Redding, California. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, along with program-specific accreditors including the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Its most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs (28 completers), welding schools (14 completers), and medical billing & coding programs (12 completers), among 15 total program families offered including diesel mechanic, culinary, dental hygiene, auto mechanic, EMT training, and CNC machining.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate for comparable programs is 64.2%, though Shasta College's own completion rate relative to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $14,250. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry stand at $39,269. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 35.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade credentials as well as those pursuing longer associate-level coursework in fields like dental hygiene, given the range of program lengths implied by the mix of programs offered. Adult learners and career changers should verify program length, schedule, and format directly with the school, since these details are not specified here. To confirm accreditation status and review official outcome data, consult the College Scorecard or contact Shasta College directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Shasta College offers 15 program families including medical assistant programs, welding, medical billing & coding, diesel mechanic, culinary, dental hygiene, auto mechanic, EMT training, and CNC machining. The most-awarded are medical assistant programs (28 completers), welding (14), and medical billing & coding (12).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Shasta College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Specific programs also carry accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Shasta College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Shasta College's specific completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Shasta College carry a median debt of $14,250, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $39,269, per federal data.
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 at (530) 242-7500 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Shasta College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and public accountability standards, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not specified in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for a specific field of interest.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review official federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?123299, or contact Shasta College at (530) 242-7500.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify schedules or formats designed for career changers, so this should be confirmed directly with the school by phone or via its website.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact Shasta College directly to learn what credentials follow a specific program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Shasta College at (530) 242-7500 or visit https://www.shastacollege.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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.