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CET-Salinas
Salinas, California · Private non-profit career school
Address: 24 East Alvin Drive, Salinas, CA 93906 · Phone: (408) 287-7924 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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CET-Salinas is a private non-profit trade school in Salinas, California offering medical assistant and construction trades programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
CET-Salinas has a 67.5% completion rate, near the California state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $7,041 and median earnings of $32,986 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at CET-Salinas is $24,309, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 41.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 83 | $26,684 | $24,098 | $6,246 |
| Construction Trades, Other | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $37,812 | 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
CET-Salinas is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Salinas, California. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for programs here. The campus offers two program families, most notably medical assistant programs and construction trades programs, with medical assistant training accounting for the bulk of recent completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 67.5%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,041, which is relatively low, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $32,986. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,309, and 41.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 171 in a midsize city setting, appears geared toward students seeking focused, program-specific training rather than a broad academic path. Given the low relative debt figures, it may suit adult learners or career changers looking for a shorter, more affordable route into medical assisting or construction trades work, though program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard and confirm program specifics with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
CET-Salinas offers medical assistant programs and construction trades programs, with medical assistant training being the larger of the two by completions.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, CET-Salinas is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 67.5%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,041, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $32,986, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,309.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
CET-Salinas is a private non-profit school, which typically means it reinvests revenue into programs rather than distributing profits to owners, though this doesn't guarantee any specific outcome.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (408) 287-7924 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and check federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?111799.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Federal data does not directly assess career-changer fit, but the school's focused program families and relatively low graduate debt may appeal to those seeking targeted training; contact the school to discuss specific needs.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach CET-Salinas by phone at (408) 287-7924 or visit https://cetweb.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus does not include direct comparisons with other schools; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?111799 to compare similar programs in the area.
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.