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

Median Earnings (1yr)

$33,693

35th percentile

40th percentile in Ohio

Median Debt

$26,750

35% above national median

Analysis

Lorain County Community College's Allied Health program starts below average but tells an encouraging growth story. While first-year earnings of $33,693 trail both the Ohio median ($35,365) and national average by about $3,000, graduates see a solid 27% earnings bump by year four, reaching $42,704—well above state and national medians. This upward trajectory suggests the program provides skills that compound in value as graduates gain experience and potentially move into supervisory or specialized roles.

The debt picture requires careful consideration. At $26,750, borrowing here exceeds both state ($21,542) and national ($19,825) norms for this field by roughly $5,000-$7,000. However, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.79 remains manageable, and strong earnings growth helps offset the higher borrowing. Notably, this program sits in the 21st percentile for debt nationally—meaning 79% of similar programs carry even more debt burden.

For families weighing options, this represents a reasonable community college pathway with room for advancement, though not the strongest in Ohio. Cincinnati State's graduates earn $41,891 in year one—a meaningful difference. If your child is committed to staying local in the Lorain County area, this program delivers decent outcomes with career momentum. If commuting to Cincinnati or a Kent State campus is feasible, those alternatives offer stronger starting salaries that could justify the comparison shopping.

Where Lorain County Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Lorain County Community College 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
Lorain County Community College	$33,693	$42,704	+27%
Marion Technical College	$37,040	$44,827	+21%
Clark State College	$35,365	$43,563	+23%
University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College	$36,862	$43,289	+17%
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	$36,862	$43,289	+17%

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
Lorain County Community CollegeElyria	$4,135	$33,693	$42,704	$26,750	0.79
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

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 Lorain County Community College, approximately 27% 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 37 graduates with reported earnings and 34 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.