Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Northwest Career College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$28,293

57th percentile

60th percentile in Nevada

Median Debt

$9,500

At national median

Analysis

Northwest Career College's medical assisting program delivers solid value with reasonable debt and competitive earnings. With first-year earnings of $28,293 and graduation debt of just $9,500, students face a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.34—meaning debt equals about four months of income. This compares favorably to many healthcare programs where debt can easily exceed annual earnings.

The program performs respectably both nationally (57th percentile) and within Nevada (60th percentile), though it doesn't crack the top tier. Among Nevada's 10 medical assisting programs, it ranks right at the state median for earnings but trails the strongest performers like Carrington College-Reno ($32,932) by about $4,600 annually. However, the debt level is reasonable and typical for this field nationally.

For families seeking an affordable entry point into healthcare, this program offers a practical path. The 80% Pell grant recipient rate suggests the school serves working-class students well, and the robust sample size of 100+ graduates provides confidence in these outcomes. While not the highest-earning medical assisting program in Nevada, the combination of modest debt and decent earnings creates a solid foundation for students who want to enter the healthcare workforce quickly without crushing debt.

Where Northwest Career College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Northwest Career College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Nevada

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Nevada (10 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Northwest Career CollegeLas Vegas	—	$28,293	—	$9,500	0.34
Carrington College-RenoReno	—	$32,932	$29,475	$9,500	0.29
Pima Medical Institute-Las VegasLas Vegas	—	$31,915	$33,511	$9,457	0.30
Las Vegas CollegeLas Vegas	$17,684	$29,958	$28,242	$8,810	0.29
Carrington College-Las VegasLas Vegas	—	$29,556	$29,935	$9,174	0.31
Milan Institute-SparksSparks	—	$27,459	$28,858	$8,124	0.30
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 Northwest Career College, approximately 80% 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 557 graduates with reported earnings and 625 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.