Location: Zanesville, OH
Median Earnings (1yr)
$65,926
90th percentile
95th percentile in Ohio
Median Debt
$9,500
33% below national median
D/E Ratio: 0.14 ManageableSample: 27 graduates Limited data

Analysis

Mid-EastCTC produces exceptional outcomes in this allied health certificate program, with graduates earning $65,926—more than 50% above the national median and ranking in the 95th percentile among Ohio programs. That puts it ahead of well-established institutions like Lakeland Community College ($57,389) and makes it the highest-earning allied health certificate program in the state among those with available data. The $9,500 median debt is reasonable for a short-term credential, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.14 that students can realistically pay down within months.

However, the sample size here is small—under 30 graduates—which means these numbers could shift significantly with more data. One exceptionally successful cohort or a few outliers can skew results at this scale. The school also reports relatively low Pell grant enrollment at 21%, which might suggest the student body isn't representative of typical certificate-seekers.

For parents considering this program, the risk-reward profile looks attractive: minimal debt exposure combined with earnings that exceed most allied health programs in Ohio. Just understand you're betting on a limited track record. If your child is committed to allied health and can verify what specific roles these graduates are entering (the earnings suggest positions like radiation therapy or surgical technology rather than medical assisting), this appears to be a strong in-state option that delivers outsized returns for a certificate program.

Where Mid-EastCTC-Adult Education Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions certificate's programs nationally

Mid-EastCTC-Adult EducationOther allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Mid-EastCTC-Adult Education graduates compare to all programs nationally

Mid-EastCTC-Adult Education earns $66k — 90th percentile among allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions certificate programs.

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions certificate's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (51 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Mid-EastCTC-Adult EducationZanesville—$65,926—$9,5000.14
Pickaway Ross Joint Vocational School DistrictChillicothe—$61,784$38,161——
Lakeland Community CollegeKirtland$3,872$57,389—$19,2250.33
Butler Technology and Career Development SchoolsMonroe—$54,241—$15,0000.28
Owens Community CollegePerrysburg$5,750$49,311$52,377——
Collins Career Technical CenterChesapeake—$48,457$44,047$18,1650.37
National Median—$45,746—$14,1670.31

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions graduates

Medical Dosimetrists

Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.

$138,110/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Physician Assistants

Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Anesthesiologist Assistants

Assist anesthesiologists in the administration of anesthesia for surgical and non-surgical procedures. Monitor patient status and provide patient care during surgical treatment.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Nuclear Technicians

Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiation Therapists

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

$101,990/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.

$97,020/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

$89,340/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

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:

Respiratory Therapists

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

$80,450/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree
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 Mid-EastCTC-Adult Education, approximately 21% 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 27 graduates with reported earnings and 26 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.