Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Associate's Degree) at Concorde Career College-Garden Grove

Median Earnings (1yr)

$59,559

95th percentile

60th percentile in California

Median Debt

$29,750

50% above national median

Analysis

Concorde Career College-Garden Grove graduates earn nearly $60,000 right out of school—putting them in the top 5% nationally for allied health programs and among California's highest earners in this field. While 60th percentile in California might sound modest, that's because the state's allied health market is unusually strong; these graduates are still earning $12,000 more than the typical California program and almost double the national median.

The $29,750 debt load is higher than most California programs (which average $19,000), but the numbers work. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.50, graduates earn twice what they owe—a comfortable position that translates to manageable monthly payments even on standard repayment plans. The earnings trajectory is stable rather than explosive, growing just 3% over four years, which suggests these graduates find solid-paying positions quickly and maintain them.

This is a premium-priced program that delivers premium results. Nearly half the students qualify for Pell grants, meaning the school serves working-class families who need career training that actually pays off. For families willing to take on above-average debt for this type of program, the return justifies it—graduates start earning immediately at wages that make repayment realistic from day one.

Where Concorde Career College-Garden Grove Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Concorde Career College-Garden Grove 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
Concorde Career College-Garden Grove	$59,559	$61,059	+3%
Concorde Career College-North Hollywood	$50,613	$64,792	+28%
Loma Linda University	$60,043	$61,960	+3%
Stanbridge University	$50,198	$61,303	+22%
Concorde Career College-San Diego	$52,385	$58,915	+12%

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services associates's programs at peer institutions in California (100 total in state)

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School	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Concorde Career College-Garden GroveGarden Grove	$59,559	$61,059	$29,750	0.50
Carrington College-SacramentoSacramento	$61,881	$44,082	$29,755	0.48
Carrington College-Pleasant Hill CampusPleasant Hill	$61,881	$44,082	$29,755	0.48
Loma Linda UniversityLoma Linda	$60,043	$61,960	$16,500	0.27
Institute of TechnologyClovis	$59,548	—	$26,064	0.44
Gurnick Academy of Medical ArtsSan Jose	$58,718	—	$14,785	0.25
National Median	$36,862	—	$19,825	0.54

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 Concorde Career College-Garden Grove, approximately 46% 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 44 graduates with reported earnings and 47 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.