Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Carrington College-Stockton

This Allied Health program at Carrington College-Stockton delivers strong value, earning graduates significantly more than typical programs nationwide while keeping debt manageable. With first-year earnings of $32,311, graduates earn $5,000+ more than the national median for this field and rank in the 84th percentile nationally. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.28 is reasonable—graduates can expect to earn back their investment of $9,126 in roughly four months of work.

However, within California's competitive landscape, the picture is more mixed. While this program still outperforms the state median ($26,897), it ranks in the 60th percentile among California schools, meaning 40% of in-state programs produce higher earnings. Top California programs like Empire College and Bay Area Medical Academy generate $7,000-8,000 more annually, though likely with higher debt loads.

The minimal earnings growth (+2% over four years) suggests this field has limited advancement potential, making the entry-level salary particularly important. For families prioritizing quick workforce entry with reasonable debt, this program offers solid value, especially compared to national alternatives. However, if your child can access higher-performing California programs without significantly more debt, those might be worth exploring first.