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Career Colleges Of America is located in a large suburb, in South Gate, CA. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degree levels at Career Colleges Of America top out at the Certificate.
The school maintains an open-admission policy.
Career Colleges Of America offers classes to 964 students (1,365 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"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."
More complete details are provided below.
Career Colleges Of America
5612 E Imperial Hwy
South Gate, CA 90280
General Phone: (562) 861-8702
http://careercolleges.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 93 | medical assistant, surgical tech, pharmacy tech, sonography and ultrasound tech |
| Medical Administration | 41 | medical billing |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 31 | licensed practical nurse |
| Office and Administration | 3 | administrative assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Career Colleges Of America in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 109 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 59 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Career Colleges Of America had a total enrollment of 964 students (1,365 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 89 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 69% |
| Transfer Out | 1% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of South Gate, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Career Colleges Of America participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3427400)
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Career Colleges Of America Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus library
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