Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Fortis Institute-Nashville

Median Earnings (1yr)

$25,556

35th percentile

60th percentile in Tennessee

Median Debt

$9,500

At national median

Analysis

While Fortis Institute-Nashville's Allied Health program falls below national earnings averages, it performs surprisingly well within Tennessee, ranking in the 60th percentile among state programs. Graduates earn $25,556 in their first year—about $1,600 less than the national median but $860 more than the typical Tennessee program. This suggests the school is doing something right in a competitive local market with 35 programs.

The financial picture is quite manageable. With median debt of just $9,500, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37—meaning they could theoretically pay off their loans in under five months of gross salary. This low debt load, combined with steady 10% earnings growth over four years, creates a relatively low-risk pathway into healthcare support roles. The fact that 69% of students receive Pell grants indicates the program serves students who might otherwise struggle to access healthcare career training.

For parents worried about educational debt, this program offers a practical entry point into a stable field without the crushing loan burdens common in higher education. While earnings aren't spectacular, the combination of minimal debt and decent Tennessee market performance makes this a sensible choice for students seeking quick workforce entry in healthcare.

Where Fortis Institute-Nashville Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Fortis Institute-Nashville 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
Fortis Institute-Nashville	$25,556	$28,041	+10%
Remington College-Nashville Campus	$24,037	$26,469	+10%
Remington College-Memphis Campus	$24,037	$26,469	+10%
Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville	$25,879	$26,069	+1%
Fortis Institute-Cookeville	$25,883	$25,030	-3%

Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (35 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Fortis Institute-NashvilleNashville	$15,237	$25,556	$28,041	$9,500	0.37
South CollegeKnoxville	$17,935	$28,606	—	$12,075	0.42
Ross Medical Education Center-Johnson CityJohnson City	—	$26,624	$24,537	$9,500	0.36
Allied Health Careers InstituteMurfreesboro	—	$26,245	—	$6,544	0.25
Fortis Institute-CookevilleCookeville	$14,644	$25,883	$25,030	$9,500	0.37
Ross Medical Education Center-KnoxvilleKnoxville	—	$25,879	$26,069	$9,500	0.37
National Median	—	$27,186	—	$9,500	0.35

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 Fortis Institute-Nashville, approximately 69% 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 356 graduates with reported earnings and 423 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.