Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown

Median Earnings (1yr)

$31,098

76th percentile

60th percentile in Pennsylvania

Median Debt

$11,237

18% above national median

Analysis

This Allied Health and Medical Assisting program at Lincoln Tech-Allentown delivers solid value, particularly when it comes to manageable debt loads. At $11,237 in median debt—well below the national average of $9,500 for similar programs but still reasonable—graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.36, meaning they'll likely pay off their education relatively quickly.

The earnings picture is mixed but ultimately positive. While graduates earn $31,098 in their first year (76th percentile nationally, 60th percentile in Pennsylvania), the concerning reality is zero earnings growth over four years. However, this "early peak" pattern is common in medical assisting roles where entry-level positions offer immediate, stable income rather than dramatic salary progression. Compared to Pennsylvania's median of $26,990 for this field, Lincoln Tech graduates earn about $4,000 more annually—a meaningful advantage.

The program significantly outperforms most competitors in Pennsylvania, though it falls short of top community college options like Montgomery County CC ($38,645) and Harrisburg Area CC ($32,660). For families seeking an affordable path into healthcare with immediate earning potential and low debt burden, this program offers solid value. The 64% Pell grant recipient rate suggests the school successfully serves working-class families, and the robust sample size gives confidence in these outcomes.

Where Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown 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
Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown	$31,098	$31,123	+0%
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology	$28,413	$30,435	+7%
Prism Career Institute-Philadelphia	$23,992	$28,274	+18%
All-State Career School	$30,926	$27,143	-12%
Montgomery County Community College	$38,645	$27,137	-30%

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (45 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Lincoln Technical Institute-AllentownAllentown	—	$31,098	$31,123	$11,237	0.36
Montgomery County Community CollegeBlue Bell	$6,270	$38,645	$27,137	$9,500	0.25
Harrisburg Area Community CollegeHarrisburg	$7,373	$32,660	—	$14,250	0.44
All-State Career SchoolEssington	—	$30,926	$27,143	$10,840	0.35
Pennsylvania Institute of TechnologyMedia	$14,445	$28,413	$30,435	$15,115	0.53
Great Lakes Institute of TechnologyErie	—	$27,108	$25,638	$11,629	0.43
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 Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown, approximately 64% 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 710 graduates with reported earnings and 809 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.