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Ventura College
Ventura, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 4667 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA 93003 · Phone: (805) 654-6400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ventura College is a public trade and career school in Ventura, California offering auto mechanic, EMT, and diesel mechanic training, accredited by the ACCJC.
Ventura College has a 38.5% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%; median graduate debt is $13,876 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,430, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Ventura College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 26.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,180 | $73,950 | $84,740 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Construction laborers | $40,950 | $60,270 | $78,520 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 85 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 3 | 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
Ventura College is a public community college in Ventura, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its nursing program also recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards 13 program families in the trades, with the largest completer counts in auto mechanic schools (112), EMT and paramedic training (47), and diesel mechanic schools (28), alongside welding and construction trades programs.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 38.5%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Among students who take out loans, median debt at graduation is $13,876, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,430. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 26.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of students with financial need attending this campus.
With trade programs ranging from shorter EMT training to longer technical tracks like diesel and auto mechanics, this campus can suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed in this data — contact the school directly for that information. Given the completion rate is below the state average, prospective students should ask the school about support services and verify current outcomes and accreditation status directly through the ACCJC and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Ventura College offers 13 program families in the trades, with the largest programs being auto mechanic schools (112 completers), EMT and paramedic training (47), and diesel mechanic schools (28). It also offers welding and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Ventura College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its nursing program also recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus 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 38.5%, which is below the state average of 64.2%, per federal Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $13,876, according to the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,430, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (805) 654-6400 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Ventura College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and Title IV aid eligibility, though costs specific to this campus are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for individual trade tracks.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the ACCJC and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?125028.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade programs, from EMT training to longer technical tracks like diesel and auto mechanics, but specific scheduling details for adult or career-changer fit are not reported in this data; contact the school to ask about program formats.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Ventura College at (805) 654-6400 or through its website, https://www.venturacollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparative figures for nearby schools; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across campuses.
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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.