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Southern California Health Institute
North Hollywood, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 5644 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601 · Phone: 8189808990104 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Southern California Health Institute is a private for-profit trade school in North Hollywood, CA offering massage therapy, medical assistant, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by ACCET.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 86.6% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $34,558 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Southern California Health Institute is $32,655, federal financial aid (Title IV) is accepted, and 84.0% 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 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
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, 1–2 years | 58 | $18,519 | $17,445 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $24,049 | $23,494 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $24,075 | $28,212 | $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
Southern California Health Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in North Hollywood, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus awards training in three program families, most commonly massage therapy (58 completers), medical assistant programs (32 completers), and medical billing & coding programs (32 completers).
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 86.6%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,558. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $32,655, and 84.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely lower-income student body relying on aid to attend.
Based on the program families offered, this campus centers on shorter, career-focused certificate paths in allied health fields rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit adults or career changers seeking a defined program length in healthcare support roles. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the latest completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling, since data can change between reporting periods. Program lengths, schedules, and licensing requirements specific to each track are not detailed here and should be confirmed with the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Southern California Health Institute offers massage therapy, medical assistant, and medical billing & coding programs, with massage therapy being the largest by completions (58).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 86.6%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,558.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $32,655.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different tuition structures and accreditation pathways than public or non-profit institutions; students should factor this into cost and aid decisions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the federal data provided; contact the school directly at the phone number or website listed to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training and check outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461856.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on shorter, career-oriented certificate programs in allied health fields like massage therapy and medical assisting may suit adults seeking defined, non-degree training paths, though individual fit should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at 8189808990104 or visit https://www.sochi.edu/ for program-specific details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Southern California Health Institute by phone at 8189808990104 or through its website at https://www.sochi.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures 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.