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UEI College-Reseda

Reseda, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:

Medical assistant programsHVAC schoolsDental assistant schoolsMedical billing & coding programsPharmacy technician programs
74%completion rate · California avg 64%
$9,500median debt of graduates
$29,172median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$31,141median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$32,929annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (Accredited)
Address: 18040 Sherman Way, Reseda, CA 91335 · Phone: (818) 380-5900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

UEI College-Reseda is a private for-profit trade school in Reseda, California offering medical assistant, HVAC, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ACCET.

UEI College-Reseda has a 74.3% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $31,141 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance at UEI College-Reseda is reported at $32,929, federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and 72.8% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
UEI College-Reseda UEI College-Reseda: 74.3% 74.3% California average California average: 64.2% 64.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Medical assistants$39,290$49,660$61,870
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$46,950$72,560$90,780
Dental assistants$38,790$50,110$60,670
Medical records specialists$43,800$61,810$80,630
Pharmacy technicians$42,850$55,110$65,590

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 225 $21,249 $21,893 $9,500
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 117 $30,225 not reported $9,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 86 $20,468 $20,628 $9,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 1–2 years 40 $24,645 $22,778 $9,500
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 32 $21,249 $21,893 $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.

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About this school

UEI College-Reseda is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Reseda, California. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. Its most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and dental assistant schools, alongside offerings in medical billing/coding and pharmacy technician training, for a total of five program families.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 74.3%, above the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,141. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $32,929, and 72.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely lower-income student population.

This campus, set in a large city, tends to run shorter, program-specific training tracks rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit adults changing careers or seeking entry-level credentials quickly, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with ACCET and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

UEI College-Reseda offers five program families, most notably medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and dental assistant schools, plus medical billing/coding and pharmacy technician training.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET), and its accreditation 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 students may apply for FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 74.3%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%, according to federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal Scorecard data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,141.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $32,929.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

UEI College-Reseda is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels, funding sources, and typical debt-to-earnings outcomes compared to public schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (818) 380-5900 or via https://www.uei.edu/ for schedule details.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation through ACCET and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?384245.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The campus offers focused programs in fields like medical assisting, HVAC, and dental assisting, which are often structured for shorter-term entry into a new career, though specific program lengths are not reported here.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the relevant state licensing board or contact the school.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach UEI College-Reseda at (818) 380-5900 or through its website, https://www.uei.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, 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.

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