Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Associate's Degree) at Lakeland Community College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$35,365

Est. from OH median (27 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$20,364

Est. from OH median (21 programs)

Analysis

Medical assisting programs across Ohio typically generate first-year earnings around $35,000, which is where Lakeland's estimated outcomes land. While actual graduate data for this specific program isn't available due to small cohort sizes, comparable programs in the state suggest earnings that trail the stronger performers by about $5,000-6,000 annually. The Kent State system and Cincinnati State both report earnings above $40,000, indicating that program choice matters significantly in this field.

The estimated debt load of roughly $20,000 creates a manageable but tight financial picture. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.58, graduates from similar programs typically face annual loan payments around 5-6% of their gross income—workable for those entering stable healthcare positions, but leaving little margin for error if employment proves inconsistent or part-time. Medical assisting roles often start hourly rather than salaried, which can mean income variability that makes even moderate debt feel heavier than the numbers suggest.

Without program-specific outcomes, comparison shopping becomes essential. If your child is committed to Lakeland for location or cost reasons, understand that peer programs suggest a financially functional but not particularly strong return. If mobility allows, exploring programs with documented higher earnings—particularly Cincinnati State's track record—could mean the difference between comfortable and precarious debt repayment in those critical early career years.

Where Lakeland Community College Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (53 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Lakeland Community CollegeKirtland	$3,872	$35,365*	—	$20,364*	—
Cincinnati State Technical and Community CollegeCincinnati	$5,400	$41,891*	$39,214	$22,525*	0.54
Kent State University at East LiverpoolEast Liverpool	$7,272	$40,671*	$41,248	$28,878*	0.71
Kent State University at AshtabulaAshtabula	$7,272	$40,671*	$41,248	$28,878*	0.71
Kent State University at KentKent	$12,846	$40,671*	$41,248	$28,878*	0.71
Kent State University at GeaugaBurton	$7,272	$40,671*	—	—*	—
National Median	—	$36,862*	—	$19,825*	0.54

* Estimated from similar programs

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 Lakeland Community College, approximately 22% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 27 similar programs in OH. Actual outcomes may vary.