Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Metro Technology Centers

Metro Technology Centers graduates enter this allied health program with starting salaries around $56,000—placing them above 70% of similar programs nationally and well ahead of Oklahoma's state median of $45,000. The $20,000 debt load is also relatively modest, creating a manageable 0.36 debt-to-earnings ratio that suggests graduates can realistically handle their loan payments. Among Oklahoma's 27 programs in this field, this ranks solidly in the 60th percentile for earnings, though it trails the state's top performer at Meridian Technology Center by about $6,000.

The notable concern here is the earnings trajectory: graduates see their income drop by 10% between year one and year four, sliding from $56,000 to about $50,000. This could reflect the nature of entry-level allied health positions at this certificate level—perhaps requiring eventual advancement into higher credential programs to maintain earning power. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could swing considerably year to year, so they're more of an indicator than a guarantee.

For families weighing this program, the upfront economics work reasonably well: manageable debt paired with above-average starting pay in Oklahoma's healthcare market. Just understand that this certificate may function best as a stepping stone rather than a final credential, given the earnings pattern. If your child plans to pursue additional training later, this could be a solid foundation.