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

This program delivers below-average earnings compared to similar programs nationally, but performs reasonably well within Mississippi's limited market. With first-year earnings of $22,543, graduates earn about $4,600 less than the national median for allied health programs, placing this program in just the 10th percentile nationally. However, among Mississippi's five allied health programs, it ranks in the 60th percentile—meaning it's actually above the state median and competitive locally.

The financial picture is manageable with $9,500 in median debt creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42, which is reasonable for a healthcare certificate program. Earnings do grow modestly to $24,386 by year four, though this 8% increase barely keeps pace with inflation. The program serves a predominantly low-income student population (79% receive Pell grants) and has open admission, suggesting it provides accessible entry into healthcare careers.

For Mississippi families, this represents a practical pathway into stable healthcare work without crushing debt. While you won't see the higher earnings available at programs in other states, the combination of low debt, local job market alignment, and reasonable earnings growth makes this a solid investment for students seeking quick entry into the healthcare field. The key is understanding this is about stable employment rather than high earnings potential.