Home Health Aide Schools in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (2026)

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare home health aide programs in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Home Health Aide Schools Near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

#1

Saddleback College

Mission Viejo, CA 6.8 miles away BOC Score 71.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,156
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,860
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 952
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Irvine Valley College

Irvine, CA 10.8 miles away BOC Score 65.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,156
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,860
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 57%
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 803

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#3

Santiago Canyon College

Orange, CA 14.8 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 954

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Orange Coast College

Costa Mesa, CA 18.1 miles away BOC Score 59.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,257
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#5

Santa Ana College

Santa Ana, CA 18.8 miles away BOC Score 65.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,180
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,756
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 2,948
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Norco College

Norco, CA 19.9 miles away BOC Score 57.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 374

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#7

Fullerton College

Fullerton, CA 24.9 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 646

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Riverside City College

Riverside, CA 26.6 miles away BOC Score 45.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,428
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,498
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 34%
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,614

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#9

Moreno Valley College

Moreno Valley, CA 28.8 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 917

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Mt San Antonio College

Walnut, CA 32 miles away BOC Score 71.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 1,807
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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California Home Health Aide Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $34,320 $16.50 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $35,800 $17.21 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-1120 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • State-mandated training hours and completion timeline
  • Competency evaluation format (written vs. skills demonstration)
  • Clinical or supervised fieldwork hours
  • CPR/First Aid certification included
  • State registry and background check requirements

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