Trade Schools in Pasadena, CA

Pasadena, CA has 4 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 3 private. Together they graduated 628 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $12,140 to $17,600, with a median of $15,850 across the 8 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $30,462 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Pasadena City College, Paul Mitchell the School-Pasadena and Capstone College.

4
Schools
628
Graduates last year
$15,850
Median program tuition
$30,462
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 4 schools in Pasadena, CA

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Pasadena City College

Pasadena, CA

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Cosmetology, Dental Assistant and LPN and 3 more
Average net price
$16,993
Completion rate
48%
Type
Public

Capstone College

Pasadena, CA

Programs
Electrician, HVAC and Plumbing
Average net price
$17,601
Completion rate
86%
Type
Private for-profit

Integrity College of Health

Pasadena, CA

Programs
LPN, Medical Assistant and Medical Billing and Coding
Average net price
$31,233
Completion rate
31%
Type
Private for-profit

Also within 30 miles of Pasadena

Platt College-Los Angeles

Alhambra, CA

Programs
CNA, LPN and Medical Assistant
Average net price
$22,226
Completion rate
56%
Type
Private for-profit

Glendale Community College

Glendale, CA

Programs
EMT and Paramedic, Machinist and CNC, Medical Assistant and Medical Billing and Coding and 1 more
Average net price
$9,554
Completion rate
41%
Type
Public

Palladium Technical Academy Inc

Temple City, CA

Programs
Medical Assistant and Medical Billing and Coding
Average net price
$18,343
Completion rate
92%
Type
Private for-profit

Glendale Career College

Glendale, CA

Programs
LPN, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding and Surgical Technologist
Average net price
$52,725
Completion rate
42%
Type
Private for-profit

North-West College-Glendale

Glendale, CA

Programs
Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding and Pharmacy Technician
Average net price
$38,196
Completion rate
60%
Type
Private for-profit

East Los Angeles College

Monterey Park, CA

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Aviation Maintenance, EMT and Paramedic and Medical Assistant and 2 more
Average net price
$3,737
Type
Public

Diamond Beauty College

South El Monte, CA

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$13,608
Completion rate
95%
Type
Private for-profit

ZMS The Academy

Los Angeles, CA

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$6,862
Completion rate
68%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Pasadena, CA?

The median published tuition is $15,850 (range $12,140 to $17,600, 8 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Paul Mitchell the School-Pasadena ($12,140), Integrity College of Health ($14,308) and Capstone College ($16,550). Public community and technical colleges often charge less but report tuition per year rather than per program, so check each school's net price calculator.

How long does trade school school take?

Programs that report a length take a median of 9 months to finish (5 to 10 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 7 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $30,462 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.

Are there public trade school programs in Pasadena, CA?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Pasadena City College.

Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.