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Central Coast College

Central Coast College

Overview

Founded in 1983 with 20 students and two staff members, Central Coast College originally offered only a single program of typing and data processing. Since that time, the College has expanded to a present-day enrollment of several hundred students and today offers training in Computer Office Administration, Accounting, Medical Office Administration/Billing and Medical Assisting. Located in Salinas, California, the College believes strongly in a holistic approach to training as preparation for the workplace. It sets high standards for attendance, appearance and professional behavior, and prides itself on having remained under the same ownership and management since its inception.

Points of Distinction

  • Financial aid available for qualified students
  • Convenient class schedules
  • Career placement assistance
  • Small classes

Areas of Study

Central Coast College offers career training and diploma programs in the following fields:

  • Computer Specialist Accounting
  • Computer Office Administration
  • Medical Assisting

Admissions

The application process is very easy. An information form is available on-line. Applicants can simply submit the request information page electronically or directly contact the school's Admissions Department. The Admissions Team will then listen to the applicant's personal interests, help him/her identify goals, and assist in selecting a training program.

Faculty

The Central Coast faculty prides itself on possessing and sharing knowledge and real-world experience. On average, faculty members have nearly 20 years experience. Instructors help to provide students with “real world” experience, help them make connections between academic and practical use of training, and bring about greater understanding of career expectations. Faculty members regularly attend workshops and conferences to sharpen teaching and administrative skills.

Student Body

Current enrollment is approximately 350 students. Females comprise about 85% of this total. Approximately 65% of the student body consists of full-time students.

Student Life

The Central Coast site is a commuter campus which offers its students an opportunity to gain work experience while they are still in school. Various Internships and Federal Work Study positions are available both on and off-campus. Graduates are also provided with career placement assistance which strives to make the transition from school to work as brief and as smooth as possible.

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at, www.centralcoastcollege.edu/disclosures

Accreditation
Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET)

Programs of Study

(Note: Not all programs are necessarily available at all locations.)

Business And Management

  • Computer Specialist Accounting

Medical Support And Technology

  • Medical Assisting

Office And Administration

  • Computer Office Administration

Central Coast College Degrees or Coursework

(Note: Not all degrees and coursework are necessarily available for all programs of study.)

Degrees or Coursework

  • Diploma

Central Coast College Campus Locations

California

  • Salinas

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