Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Brookline College-Tempe

Median Earnings (1yr)

$27,966

55th percentile

40th percentile in Arizona

Median Debt

$9,500

At national median

Analysis

With over 30 allied health programs across Arizona, Brookline College-Tempe falls squarely in the middle of the pack—but that middle position tells a concerning story. While graduates earn slightly above the national median at $27,966, they're trailing the Arizona state median by over $1,500 annually, ranking in just the 40th percentile statewide. More troubling, the top programs in Arizona consistently produce graduates earning $31,600-$31,900, suggesting students here are leaving $3,600+ on the table each year.

The debt picture offers some relief, with the $9,500 median matching both state and national norms for a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.34. However, earnings remain essentially flat over four years, growing just 1% from the first to fourth year post-graduation. This stagnation becomes more problematic when considering that Arizona's allied health job market clearly supports higher wages—other programs prove it's achievable.

Given Arizona's competitive landscape for medical assisting programs, parents should seriously consider the higher-performing alternatives. Programs like those at Pima Medical Institute and GateWay Community College consistently deliver $3,600+ more in annual earnings for similar debt levels. Unless location or scheduling creates insurmountable barriers, the math strongly favors exploring these higher-ranked options that better position graduates in Arizona's allied health market.

Where Brookline College-Tempe Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Brookline College-Tempe 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
Brookline College-Tempe	$27,966	$28,145	+1%
Pima Medical Institute-Phoenix	$30,654	$33,831	+10%
Pima Medical Institute-East Valley	$31,915	$33,511	+5%
Pima Medical Institute-Tucson	$31,915	$33,511	+5%
Pima Medical Institute-Mesa	$31,915	$33,511	+5%

Compare to Similar Programs in Arizona

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

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Brookline College-TempeTempe	—	$27,966	$28,145	$9,500	0.34
Pima Medical Institute-TucsonTucson	—	$31,915	$33,511	$9,457	0.30
Pima Medical Institute-East ValleyMesa	—	$31,915	$33,511	$9,457	0.30
Pima Medical Institute-MesaMesa	—	$31,915	$33,511	$9,457	0.30
GateWay Community College-Central CityPhoenix	—	$31,636	—	—	—
GateWay Community CollegePhoenix	$2,358	$31,636	—	—	—
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 Brookline College-Tempe, approximately 58% 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.