Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo, CA

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences CERTIFICATE CIP 51.3902

Total Graduates

17

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

12%

2 of 17

Female Graduates

88%

15 of 17

Annual Tuition & Fees

$1,350

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 51.3902
Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 17 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 12% male, 88% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Cuesta College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
NURSING ASSISTANT, CERTIFICATE OF SPECIALIZATION63%

In the NURSING ASSISTANT, CERTIFICATE OF SPECIALIZATION program at Cuesta College, 63% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$39,530

10-Year Job Growth

+2.3%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
Nursing Assistants SOC: 31-1131
$31,624+2.3%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$29,648

Peak Salary

$49,413

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (3)

Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Active Listening

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Cuesta College
Location San Luis Obispo, CA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,350
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $11,010
Average Net Price $16,541

Program Information

CIP Code: 51.3902
CIP Family: 51
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