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Ventura Adult and Continuing Education
Ventura, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 5200 Valentine Rd, Ventura, CA 93003 · Phone: 80528917441108 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ventura Adult and Continuing Education is a public trade school in Ventura, California, offering medical assistant and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Ventura Adult and Continuing Education reports a 97.1% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $3,920 and median earnings of $38,232 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Ventura Adult and Continuing Education is reported at $15,637, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 46.6% 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 |
| 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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $29,763 | not reported | $3,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | $29,763 | not reported | $3,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | $29,763 | not reported | $3,500 |
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
Ventura Adult and Continuing Education is a public trade and career-training campus in Ventura, California. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in the federal Title IV financial aid program, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help cover costs. The campus awards a small set of programs, most heavily medical assistant programs (27 completers) and pharmacy technician programs (9 completers), out of 3 total program offerings tracked.
Federal Scorecard data show a completion rate of 97.1%, well above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs, placing this campus above the state average. Graduates carry a median debt of $3,920, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,232. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,637, and 46.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Enrollment is small, with 74 undergraduates and 36 trade completers reported.
Given the concentration in medical assistant and pharmacy technician training, this campus may suit students seeking short, occupation-specific credentials rather than multi-year associate degrees; program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review the underlying federal figures via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Ventura Adult and Continuing Education offers medical assistant programs (27 completers) and pharmacy technician programs (9 completers), across 3 total programs tracked in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 46.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 97.1%, compared to a state average of 64.2%, placing this campus above the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $3,920, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,232.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $15,637.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically affects tuition levels, oversight, and eligibility for certain state or federal funding compared to private institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the phone number or website listed to confirm scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the Council on Occupational Education and review the underlying federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?417123.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on medical assistant and pharmacy technician programs, both occupation-specific fields, may suit adults seeking targeted career training, though specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported in federal data.
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; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for medical assistant or pharmacy technician roles.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 80528917441108 or visit its website at https://www.adultedventura.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?417123 can be used to look up other institutions in the area.
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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.