ADVANCED TRAINING ASSOCIATES
- 1810 Gillespie Way, Suite 104
- El Cajon, CA 92020
- OPEID College Code: 03532400
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- General Phone: (619) 596-2766
- President/Director: Joann Ferrera
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 45
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Advanced Training Associates is a Medical Assistant School, IT School, and Computer School offering courses at its campus in El Cajon, CA. Classes in Medical Assisting, Medical Billing, English as a Second Language (ESL), Fiber Optics, Information Systems and Electronics are taught for students living throughout the San Diego area. Medical assisting, computer, and IT program students come primariy the communities of El Cajon, La Mesa, Spring Valley, Santee, Lemon Grove, and San Diego. We are a small veteran-owned family business in El Cajon, California with an emphasis on student satisfaction and outcomes. It is the everyday goal of ATA to assist individuals in learning new skills and/or enhancing previously obtained skills, through continuing education or vocational education. ATA also provides customized military education programs to a variety of armed forces branches and major corporations from across America. If you are not able to come to us, we will bring the education to you. ATA is fully equipped to travel and teach at your location. In San Diego, we are in the Military Spouse Advancement Initiative.
For more information about Advanced Training's graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at www.advancedtraining.edu/disclosures.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.advancedtraining.edu

- Mission Statement
- Our mission at Advanced Training Associates is to provide short-term training for entry-level positions in specialized technical fields. It is the everyday goal of ATA to assist individuals in learning new skills and/or enhancing previously obtained skills, through continuing education or vocational education. We strive to fulfill both the needs of the individual seeking employment and the community. ATA is committed to providing a quality education that includes career development skills such as work ethic, professionalism and self-discipline that will give our graduates a competitive edge through any economic condition.
- Council on Occupational Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $75.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 10 | 2 | 12 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 10 (100%) | 2 (100%) | 12 (100%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 10 (100%) | 2 (100%) | 12 (100%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 92%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 85% | 92% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,600 | $4,300 | - | - |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.6% | - | - |
| Number in Default | 1 | - | - |
| Number in Repayment | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $9,870 | $9,570 | $9,570 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $600 | $600 | $600 |
| Other Expenses | $246 | $246 | $246 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $200 | $200 | $200 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $10,716 | $10,416 | $10,416 |
| Off Campus with Family | $10,070 | $9,770 | $9,770 |
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer | $9,870 | 720 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Medical Assistant | $9,870 | 760 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Accounting and Business and Management | $6,070 | 600 Contact Hours | 6 Months |
| Medical Administration | $9,870 | 760 Contact Hours | 8 Months |
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Accounting and Business and Management Degree | - |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Computer Degree | 5 |
| Computer Systems Networking Degree | 5 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Massage Therapy Degree | - |
| Medical Administration Degree | - |
| Medical Assistant Degree | 10 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 45 Undergraduate: 45
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 28 Female: 17
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 28 Female: 17
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 45 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 45 Part-Time: 0
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 2 | 4% |
| Ages 20-21 | 9 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 7 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 10 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 4 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 10 | 22% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 2% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Primarily Instruction | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 1 | 1 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | - | 1 |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 82%
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