Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Central Virginia Community College

Given the limited data from fewer than 30 graduates, it's hard to draw firm conclusions about Central Virginia Community College's allied health program—but the available numbers suggest this may not be the strongest option among Virginia's 24 offerings. First-year earnings of $36,254 trail the state median by roughly $6,000, landing this program at the 40th percentile statewide. That gap matters when you consider that several Virginia community colleges—including Virginia Highlands and Germanna—report graduates earning $10,000 to $25,000 more in similar programs.

The debt load of $15,859 is moderate and slightly above both state and national medians, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.44 that's manageable but not exceptional. Graduates should be able to handle payments, though the limited earning power means less financial breathing room than peers from higher-performing programs. The 18th percentile national ranking is concerning, even accounting for the small sample.

For anxious parents, the key question is whether geographic constraints make Central Virginia CC the only realistic option. If your child can access Germanna, Virginia Highlands, or even Tidewater without significant relocation costs, those programs show materially better outcomes. If this is the only accessible option, the debt level won't be crippling—but understand you're likely looking at below-average early earnings for this field.