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CET-Soledad
Soledad, California · Private non-profit career school
Address: 930 Los Coches Drive, Suite 103, Soledad, CA 93960 · Phone: (408) 287-7924 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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CET-Soledad is a private non-profit trade school in Soledad, California offering CDL training, electrician programs, and construction trades, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
CET-Soledad has an 80.6% completion rate, above the California 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-Soledad is $26,110, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with 42.0% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $41,830 | $60,230 | $72,330 |
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 87 | $36,246 | $32,028 | $6,650 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 77 | not reported | $29,685 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $25,247 | $22,094 | $6,323 |
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-Soledad is a private non-profit trade and career training campus located in Soledad, California, a distant town setting. The school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for training. Its most-awarded programs are CDL and truck driving training, electrician schools, and construction trades programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.6%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates who take out loans carry a median debt of $7,041. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $32,986. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,110, and 42.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Given the program mix — CDL training, electrician programs, and construction trades — this campus fits students seeking shorter, hands-on career preparation rather than a traditional two- or four-year degree path, which may suit adults changing careers. Program lengths and specific schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm details. To verify accreditation status and see the full federal data profile, check with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
CET-Soledad offers CDL/truck driving training, electrician schools, and construction trades programs, with a total of three program families listed.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, CET-Soledad is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a status listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 42.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.6%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,041, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $32,986.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,110.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
CET-Soledad is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status can affect institutional priorities and how surplus revenue is used, compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (408) 287-7924 or visit https://cetweb.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?468769.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix of CDL training, electrician work, and construction trades suggests shorter, skills-focused training that may suit adult career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach CET-Soledad by phone at (408) 287-7924 or through its website at https://cetweb.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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.