Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Allen School-Jamaica

Median Earnings (1yr)

$29,867

68th percentile

60th percentile in New York

Median Debt

$9,500

At national median

Analysis

This Allen School program delivers solid value in the medical assisting field, with graduates earning notably above national averages and carrying manageable debt. At $29,867 in first-year earnings, graduates outperform 68% of similar programs nationally and 60% within New York state, where the median for this field is $27,960. The debt load of $9,500 creates a very reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.32, meaning graduates earn over three times their debt in their first year.

While earnings growth is modest at 6% over four years, the financial foundation is strong from day one. The program ranks in the middle nationally for debt levels, but given that 93% of students receive Pell grants, this suggests the school serves a population that truly needs affordable career training. The debt level is also slightly above New York's state median of $8,198, but the higher earnings more than compensate.

The program won't make your child wealthy—top New York programs like Mildred Elley produce graduates earning $35,000+—but it provides reliable entry into healthcare with minimal financial risk. For families seeking stable employment in a growing field without crushing debt, this represents a practical investment that pays off quickly.

Where Allen School-Jamaica Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health and medical assisting services certificate's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Allen School-Jamaica graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Allen School-Jamaica	$29,867	$31,550	+6%
Hunter Business School	$32,814	$34,864	+6%
New Age Training	$26,878	$31,832	+18%
Allen School-Brooklyn	$29,867	$31,550	+6%
New York Medical Career Training Center	$27,131	$30,676	+13%

Compare to Similar Programs in New York

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in New York (32 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Allen School-JamaicaJamaica	—	$29,867	$31,550	$9,500	0.32
Mildred Elley-New York CampusNew York	$17,926	$35,951	—	$20,000	0.56
Mildred Elley School-Albany CampusAlbany	$15,865	$35,951	—	$20,000	0.56
Westchester School for Medical & Dental AssistantsArdsley	—	$34,900	$28,917	$4,728	0.14
Center for Allied Health EducationBrooklyn	—	$33,431	—	$11,000	0.33
Swedish Institute a College of Health SciencesNew York	$26,041	$32,917	—	$15,500	0.47
National Median	—	$27,186	—	$9,500	0.35

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health and medical assisting services graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

$66,050/yrJobs growth:

Surgical Technologists

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

$62,480/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

$60,050/yrJobs growth:

Medical Assistants

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

$44,200/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Pharmacy Technicians

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

$43,460/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Histology Technicians

Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies.

Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

Neurodiagnostic Technologists

Conduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, polysomnograms, or electronystagmograms. May perform nerve conduction studies.

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

All healthcare support workers not listed separately.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Allen School-Jamaica, approximately 93% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 975 graduates with reported earnings and 1146 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.