CET-San Diego

CET-San Diego is a private nonprofit technical school in San Diego, California, offering certificate-level vocational training across multiple skilled trades. With 326 students enrolled (IPEDS 2023), the institution provides programs in Welding Technology, Building Construction Technology, and Medical/Clinical Assistant training. Located in a large city setting, CET-San Diego serves the greater San Diego metropolitan area.

The school reports an 86% completion rate and a 96% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), with the high retention rate indicating that students who begin their programs are very likely to continue through training. CET-San Diego holds a quality score of 75/100. As a less-than-2-year institution, the school is designed for students seeking efficient, hands-on career preparation.

With its blend of construction trades, welding, and healthcare support training, CET-San Diego provides multiple career pathways for students in Southern California looking to enter the workforce through focused vocational certificate programs.