Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Concorde Career Institute-Jacksonville

Concorde Career Institute-Jacksonville's medical assisting program starts graduates at nearly $28,000 but shows a troubling earnings decline to $26,400 by year four—a pattern that runs counter to typical career progression. While the program ranks in the 60th percentile among Florida's 99 medical assisting programs, that still places it well below the state's top performers, where graduates at schools like Manatee Technical College and Miami Dade College earn $35,000+ after four years.

The debt picture is manageable at $9,500, creating a reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.34. This keeps monthly loan payments affordable even as earnings plateau. However, the earnings decline over time means graduates may find themselves with less purchasing power and fewer advancement opportunities compared to peers from stronger programs. The 96% admission rate and high Pell grant usage (71%) suggest this program primarily serves students with limited options rather than being selective about outcomes.

For families considering this investment, the numbers suggest looking elsewhere in Florida first. Several community colleges and technical schools in the state deliver significantly better long-term earning potential for similar or lower debt. If geographic constraints limit options to Jacksonville, this program won't create financial hardship, but it represents a missed opportunity for better career outcomes available at other Florida institutions.