Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Chippewa Valley Technical College

Chippewa Valley Technical College graduates in allied health programs command the highest first-year earnings in Wisconsin—$69,672—surpassing even Madison Area Technical College by more than $7,000. This ranks in the 95th percentile nationally and 80th percentile statewide, putting graduates well ahead of the typical $54,327 earned nationally and $55,208 across Wisconsin. With debt of just under $20,000 and a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.29, graduates can realistically pay off their loans within a year of full-time work.

The significant caveat here is the earnings trajectory: median income drops to $58,558 by year four, a 16% decline. This could reflect several factors—perhaps some graduates work in higher-intensity settings initially before transitioning to different roles, or the data captures part-time workers after family obligations arise. It's worth noting that even with this decline, year-four earnings still exceed both state and national medians for the program.

For families evaluating this program, the math remains compelling. The combination of exceptional starting earnings, manageable debt, and Wisconsin's strong healthcare market creates immediate financial stability. Just understand that the earnings curve here doesn't follow the typical upward pattern, which may matter depending on your child's long-term career plans.