Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Miller-Motte College-Charleston

Median Earnings (1yr)

$22,869

13th percentile

25th percentile in South Carolina

Median Debt

$16,500

74% above national median

Analysis

Miller-Motte College-Charleston's Allied Health program presents concerning value proposition challenges that warrant serious reconsideration. Despite relatively low debt of $16,500, graduates earn just $22,869 in their first year—significantly below both the national median ($27,186) and South Carolina median ($27,978) for this field. More troubling, earnings show zero growth over four years, remaining essentially flat at $22,935.

The program ranks in the bottom quartile nationally (13th percentile) and performs below average even within South Carolina (25th percentile). When compared to other SC programs, the earnings gap is substantial—graduates from top community college programs like Spartanburg and Midlands Technical earn $9,000-$10,000 more annually. Even nearby Technical College of the Lowcountry produces graduates earning $8,479 more per year.

While the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.72 isn't catastrophic, the stagnant earning potential means graduates may struggle to achieve meaningful financial mobility. The data is reliable with a robust sample size, making these patterns credible. For families considering this investment, South Carolina's community colleges offer demonstrably better outcomes in the same field, often at lower cost and with stronger earning potential.

Where Miller-Motte College-Charleston Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Miller-Motte College-Charleston 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
Miller-Motte College-Charleston	$22,869	$22,935	+0%
Southeastern College-Charleston	$28,689	$30,868	+8%
Piedmont Technical College	$28,238	$29,599	+5%
Fortis College-Columbia	$27,198	$29,402	+8%
Central Carolina Technical College	$26,294	$28,014	+7%

Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (19 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Miller-Motte College-CharlestonCharleston	—	$22,869	$22,935	$16,500	0.72
Spartanburg Community CollegeSpartanburg	$5,046	$32,200	—	$9,490	0.29
Midlands Technical CollegeWest Columbia	$4,788	$31,912	—	$19,024	0.60
Technical College of the LowcountryBeaufort	$5,500	$31,348	—	—	—
Southeastern College-CharlestonNorth Charleston	$24,184	$28,689	$30,868	$14,198	0.49
Piedmont Technical CollegeGreenwood	$4,775	$28,238	$29,599	$12,292	0.44
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 Miller-Motte College-Charleston, approximately 38% 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 2008 graduates with reported earnings and 2101 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.