Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Concorde Career College-Memphis

Concorde Career College-Memphis graduates earn solidly above the median for Tennessee allied health programs, with first-year salaries of $38,826 climbing to $48,167 by year four—that's a 24% jump that suggests strong career progression. The program ranks in the 60th percentile statewide, which is respectable but falls short of what Tennessee's community colleges deliver. Compare that $48,167 four-year mark to graduates from Volunteer State or Chattanooga State, who start at $45,000+ right out of the gate.

The debt picture requires careful consideration. At $28,712, graduates carry nearly $9,000 more than the typical Tennessee allied health student, though the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.74 remains manageable. The real question is whether that premium makes sense when community colleges in the same state produce higher earners at lower cost. Three-quarters of students here receive Pell grants, and for families already stretched financially, that extra debt matters.

If your child has already been admitted and community colleges aren't an option due to timing or location, the earnings trajectory here offers reassurance—graduates do see meaningful salary growth. But if you're still exploring options, Tennessee's public two-year schools appear to offer better value for the same credential. The difference could mean $5,000-7,000 less debt and $3,000-7,000 more in starting salary.