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Palladium Technical Academy Inc
Temple City, California · Private for-profit career school
Address: 10229 Lower Azusa Rd., Temple City, CA 91780 · Phone: (626) 444-0880 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Palladium Technical Academy Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Temple City, CA offering medical assistant and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Palladium Technical Academy Inc has a 91.9% completion rate, above the California average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $7,755 and median earnings of $34,799 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Palladium Technical Academy Inc is $25,562, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 100.0% 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 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
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 | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | 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
Palladium Technical Academy Inc is a private for-profit trade school located in Temple City, California. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal student aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. The school's programs are concentrated in two fields: medical assistant programs and medical billing & coding programs.
Among the numbers reported for this campus: the completion rate is 91.9%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,755, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $34,799. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,562, and 100.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body is largely low-income.
This campus may suit students seeking short, focused training in medical assistant or medical billing & coding fields rather than a multi-year degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Given the concentration in healthcare-support fields and full Pell participation, it may appeal to career changers seeking entry-level healthcare roles, though this is inferred only from program mix, not stated directly. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the latest outcome data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Palladium Technical Academy Inc offers medical assistant programs and medical billing & coding programs, with 22 and 15 completers respectively in the most recent reporting period.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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 student aid, so eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate reported is 91.9%, 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 reported at $7,755.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,799.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $25,562.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Palladium Technical Academy Inc is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and how the school is funded compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (626) 444-0880 or visit https://palladium.edu/ for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447722.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus's concentration in medical assistant and medical billing & coding programs may suit career changers interested in healthcare support roles, though specific adult-learner services 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 at (626) 444-0880 for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Palladium Technical Academy Inc at (626) 444-0880 or visit https://palladium.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447722 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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.