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Unitek College
Hayward, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 21615 Hesperian Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94541 · Phone: (855) 808-2732 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Unitek College is a private for-profit trade school in Hayward, California offering LPN/LVN and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Unitek College's completion rate is 62.8%, near the state average of 64.2%; median graduate debt is $10,700 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $87,877.
Unitek College's annual cost of attendance is reported at $22,524, and federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used here, with 49.8% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 87 | $56,335 | $53,699 | $16,973 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 80 | $33,707 | $27,669 | $7,764 |
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
Unitek College is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Hayward, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students at this campus can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The school's two program families are LPN/LVN programs and medical assistant programs, with LPN/LVN training being the most-awarded credential (87 completers) followed by medical assistant programs (80 completers).
According to federal data, Unitek College's completion rate is 62.8%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,700, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $87,877. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $22,524, and 49.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students attend this campus.
Based on its program families, this campus is oriented toward students seeking direct-entry healthcare careers such as licensed vocational nursing and medical assisting, rather than broader associate-degree pathways. The suburban setting and focused program list may suit career changers looking for a defined healthcare track, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Unitek College offers LPN/LVN programs and medical assistant programs, with 87 and 80 completers respectively in the reported data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Unitek College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 62.8%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,700, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $87,877, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,524.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Unitek College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit 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 (855) 808-2732 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?479424.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused healthcare programs like LPN/LVN and medical assistant tracks, which may suit adults seeking a direct-entry healthcare career, though schedule and format details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Federal data does not report specific licensing requirements; contact the school or check with California's licensing boards for LPN/LVN and medical assistant credentialing details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Unitek College at (855) 808-2732 or through its website at https://www.unitekcollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering the same trades is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare other institutions directly.
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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.