CAREER COLLEGES OF AMERICA
- 5612 E Imperial Hwy
- South Gate, CA 90280
- OPEID College Code: 03427400
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- General Phone: (562) 861-8702 x115
- Director of Operations: Avi Paladino
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 848
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Career Colleges of America - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- careercolleges.edu
- Mission Statement
- Career Colleges of America (CCA) will provide quality and valued-training programs and services to our students in order for themto obtain the skills and competencies needed for entry-level positions in their chosen fields; locate employment opportunities for our graduates; and promote an environment for employees and students which fosters teamwork, personal growth, and respect for the individual.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
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- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 85%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 80% | 78% | 1% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,255 | $3,500 | $3,343 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 15.9% | 11.4% | 7.8% |
| Number in Default | 118 | 78 | 47 |
| Number in Repayment | 741 | 683 | 595 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Ultrasound Technician
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $35,100 | $34,250 | $29,223 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $678 | $678 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,872 | $10,152 | $9,288 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,940 | $3,618 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,140 | $4,084 | $3,888 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $50,868 | $49,020 | $42,807 |
| Off Campus with Family | $40,140 | $39,012 | $33,789 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound Technician | $36,000 | 51 Credit Hours | 14 Months |
| Surgical Technology | $28,950 | 54 Credit Hours | 16 Months |
| Medical Assistant | $13,850 | 24 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $35,650 | 52 Credit Hours | 15 Months |
| Medical Insurance Specialist | $13,975 | 24 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
| Pharmacy Technician | $14,060 | 25 Credit Hours | 8 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Administrative Assistant Degree | 20 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Degree | 166 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist Degree | 125 |
| Pharmacy Technician Degree | 41 |
| Surgical Technology Degree | 109 |
| Ultrasound Technician Degree | 17 |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 150 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 848 Undergraduate: 848
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 143 Female: 705
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 143 Female: 705
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 848 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 848 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 8 | 0.9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 27 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 103 | 12% |
| Ages 20-21 | 125 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 157 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 172 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 116 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 64 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 53 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 25 | 3% |
| Age Unknown | 6 | 0.7% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 159 | 138 | 21 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 92 | 78 | 14 |
| Primarily Instruction | 92 | 78 | 14 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 23 | 23 | - |
| Other Professionals | 14 | 14 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 30 | 23 | 7 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 6 | 6 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 36%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 91% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 84% |
| Female | 92% |
| By Race | |
| Unknown | 100% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
