Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Charles H McCann Technical School

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$36,469

Est. from MA median (7 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$8,595

Est. from MA median (5 programs)

Analysis

Medical assisting programs in Massachusetts command salaries well above the national norm, and Charles H McCann appears positioned right in the middle of that state range. While this school's specific outcomes aren't publicly reported due to small class sizes, comparable certificate programs across Massachusetts suggest first-year earnings around $36,500—a full $9,000 above what similar programs produce nationally. That gap matters because it means graduates enter a stronger regional job market.

The estimated debt load of roughly $8,600 creates a manageable 0.24 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates would owe less than three months of their first-year salary. Some Massachusetts programs do better—Mount Wachusett and Bunker Hill community colleges report outcomes exceeding $44,000—but those are substantially larger institutions with different cost structures. For a technical school serving a smaller community like North Adams, tracking near the state median suggests the program is delivering competitive preparation without excessive borrowing.

The practical reality: if your child wants to work in healthcare support roles and stay in Massachusetts, this program appears to offer a reasonable entry point. The regional wage premium for medical assistants makes the investment substantially safer than it would be in many other states. Just recognize you're working with statewide estimates rather than McCann's actual graduate outcomes, so connecting with recent program completers directly would add valuable certainty before committing.

Where Charles H McCann Technical School Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (19 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Charles H McCann Technical SchoolNorth Adams	—	$36,469*	—	$8,595*	—
Mount Wachusett Community CollegeGardner	$6,000	$45,300*	$41,874	$11,079*	0.24
Bunker Hill Community CollegeBoston	$5,520	$44,141*	—	$8,607*	0.19
Northern Essex Community CollegeHaverhill	$5,688	$38,885*	$34,695	$7,925*	0.20
Southeastern Technical InstituteSouth Easton	—	$36,469*	$35,395	$5,500*	0.15
Mildred Elley-Pittsfield CampusPittsfield	$16,052	$35,951*	—	$20,000*	0.56
National Median	—	$27,186*	—	$9,500*	0.35

* Estimated from similar programs

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 Charles H McCann Technical School, approximately 38% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in MA. Actual outcomes may vary.