El Camino Community College District

El Camino Community College District is a public two-year institution located in Torrance, California, within a large suburban area. The college enrolls 30,239 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 42.17 out of 100. Its completion rate is 37% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 71% (IPEDS 2023).

El Camino offers an extensive catalog of career and technical education programs. Certificate offerings include Cabinetmaking and Millwork, Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Building Construction Technology/Technician, Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Welding Technology/Welder, Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, and Animation Interactive Technology Video Graphics and Special Effects. Programs are offered at one-to-two-year and two-to-four-year certificate levels.

Located in Torrance, CA, El Camino Community College District serves one of the South Bay region's largest student bodies. Its broad program offerings address diverse workforce needs across healthcare, construction, manufacturing, technology, and the arts.