Hacienda La Puente Adult Education

Hacienda La Puente Adult Education is a public vocational school located in La Puente, California. With 940 students enrolled (IPEDS 2023), it is one of the larger adult education programs in the greater Los Angeles suburban area. The school holds a SkillPlum quality score of 71.83 out of 100.

The school offers a diverse range of certificate programs spanning multiple trades: Cosmetology Instruction, Barbering, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Welding Technology, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Appliance Installation and Repair Technology, and Automotive Engineering Technology. This breadth of seven distinct programs makes it a versatile option for adult learners exploring different career paths, from healthcare to skilled trades to the beauty industry.

Hacienda La Puente Adult Education reports an 87% completion rate and an 85% retention rate (IPEDS 2023). As a public institution, the school typically offers lower-cost training compared to private alternatives. Students in the San Gabriel Valley and eastern Los Angeles County have access to career training across healthcare, skilled trades, beauty, culinary, and automotive fields, all through a single public institution that serves as a central workforce development resource for the community.