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Sierra College
Rocklin, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 5100 Sierra College Blvd, Rocklin, CA 95677 · Phone: (916) 624-3333 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sierra College is a public trade and career school in Rocklin, California, offering EMT & paramedic training, welding, and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACCJC and ACEN.
Sierra College's completion rate is 42.0%, below the California state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $10,500 and median earnings of $45,294 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Sierra College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and about 21.6% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Construction laborers | $40,950 | $60,270 | $78,520 |
| 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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | 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
Sierra College is a public trade and career training campus in Rocklin, California. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and it participates in federal Title IV aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based financial aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus offers eight program families, with the most-awarded trade credentials in EMT & paramedic training, welding, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 42.0%, below the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $10,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $45,294. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 21.6% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Sierra College may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on career-training credentials such as EMT training or welding rather than a traditional four-year path. Because program length details are not reported here, prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and course length. Verification of accreditation status and outcome data can be done through the ACCJC and ACEN websites and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sierra College offers eight program families, with the most-awarded trade credentials being EMT & paramedic training, welding, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Sierra College is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Sierra College participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 42.0%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $45,294.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for current figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Sierra College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates and eligibility for state-level funding compared to for-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 at (916) 624-3333 or visit its website to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCJC and ACEN, and review federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?123341).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short trade-focused programs like EMT training and welding, which may appeal to career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data—contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sierra College at (916) 624-3333 or through its website at https://www.sierracollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included in this listing; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across 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.