Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Bunker Hill Community College

Bunker Hill's Allied Health program launches graduates into strong initial earnings—$67K puts them well above the national median and competitive within Massachusetts. The catch? Those first-year numbers tell only part of the story. By year four, median earnings drop to $54K, a 19% decline that's unusual for healthcare fields typically known for wage growth.

The $15,000 debt load is reasonable and manageable against that first-year salary, giving graduates breathing room even as their earnings trajectory shifts. Within Massachusetts, this program lands at the 60th percentile—solidly middle-of-the-pack among 17 in-state options, though programs like Greenfield Community College show higher sustained earnings. The moderate sample size (30-100 graduates) means these patterns are reliable enough to inform decisions.

This program works best if your child plans to use it as a stepping stone—perhaps toward further credentials or a specialized healthcare role where that initial earning power matters most. The declining earnings pattern suggests graduates may be moving into different roles, working reduced hours, or facing a credential ceiling. For families seeking a quick entry into healthcare with manageable debt, it's viable, but plan for what comes after year one rather than banking on steady upward mobility.