Is National Career Education worth it?
National Career Education is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Citrus Heights, California (large suburb). It awarded 326 certificates in 2024, most often in electrician; heating, air conditioning; and phlebotomy technician.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$35,241
Median earnings 4 years after
$49,241
Median earnings 10 years after
$38,015
Average net price
$25,380
Completion rate
83%
Completions (2024)
326
Years to pay back
2.1 years
Students (undergrad)
515
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $36,261 | $58,691 | 252 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $29,313 | $41,218 | 199 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | $41,695 | $57,714 | 134 |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $28,648 | $34,354 | 24 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Electrician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 165 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 82 |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 49 |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 30 |
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Sources: federal figures for National Career Education. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for California. Counts under 10 are not published.
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