Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Carrington College-Albuquerque

Median Earnings (1yr)

$29,556

66th percentile

60th percentile in New Mexico

Median Debt

$9,174

3% below national median

Analysis

This Carrington College program delivers solid value for students entering allied health, with earnings that outperform both national and state medians while keeping debt manageable. Graduates earn $29,556 in their first year—about $2,400 more than the national median for similar programs and ranking in the 66th percentile nationally. In New Mexico specifically, the program performs at the 60th percentile, putting it in the upper half of state offerings.

The debt picture is reasonable given the field's earning potential. At $9,174, student debt is actually slightly below both national and state medians for this program type, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.31—meaning graduates can expect to earn about three times their debt load in their first year. With 62% of students receiving Pell grants, the program serves many students who need affordable career training.

The main concern is minimal earnings growth—just 1% from year one to year four, suggesting this field has limited advancement potential without additional credentials. However, for students seeking quick entry into healthcare with manageable debt, this program offers a practical path. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates gives confidence in these outcomes, making it a solid choice for students prioritizing job market entry over long-term earning growth.

Where Carrington College-Albuquerque Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Carrington College-Albuquerque 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
Carrington College-Albuquerque	$29,556	$29,935	+1%
Bay Area Medical Academy	$38,505	$52,333	+36%
William Rainey Harper College	$36,111	$48,633	+35%
Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque	$29,432	$28,159	-4%
Brookline College-Albuquerque	$27,966	$28,145	+1%

Compare to Similar Programs in New Mexico

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (15 total in state)

Scroll to see more →

School	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Carrington College-AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque	$29,556	$29,935	$9,174	0.31
Pima Medical Institute-AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque	$29,432	$28,159	$9,500	0.32
Brookline College-AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque	$27,966	$28,145	$9,500	0.34
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 Carrington College-Albuquerque, approximately 62% 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 608 graduates with reported earnings and 658 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.