Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Ohio Business College-Sheffield

Median Earnings (1yr)

$27,980

55th percentile

60th percentile in Ohio

Median Debt

$10,500

11% above national median

Analysis

Ohio Business College-Sheffield's medical assisting program shows reasonable initial placement but troubling long-term trends that deserve careful consideration. First-year graduates earn $27,980, which beats the Ohio median by $1,656 and puts this program in the 60th percentile statewide—a respectable showing among 83 programs. The $10,500 debt load is manageable, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.38 that's better than many competing programs.

The red flag appears four years out, when median earnings drop to $25,263—a 10% decline that suggests graduates either leave the field or face limited advancement opportunities. This backward trajectory stands in stark contrast to top Ohio performers like Sinclair Community College, where graduates earn $43,380, showing that medical assisting can lead to stronger career paths. The 85% Pell Grant rate indicates this program serves predominantly low-income students, making that earnings decline even more consequential for families depending on consistent income growth.

For a quick-entry healthcare credential with modest debt, this program gets graduates working relatively quickly at wages slightly above state norms. But parents should understand they're likely looking at plateaued or declining earnings in the years ahead, not a launching pad for career growth. If your child is committed to medical assisting, compare carefully against community college alternatives that show better four-year outcomes.

Where Ohio Business College-Sheffield Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Ohio Business College-Sheffield 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
Ohio Business College-Sheffield	$27,980	$25,263	-10%
Sinclair Community College	$43,380	$38,030	-12%
ATA College-Cincinnati	$29,280	$29,977	+2%
Herzing University-Akron	$30,106	$29,950	-1%
Fortis College-Columbus	$27,198	$29,402	+8%

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (83 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Ohio Business College-SheffieldSheffield Village	$9,385	$27,980	$25,263	$10,500	0.38
Sinclair Community CollegeDayton	$3,435	$43,380	$38,030	$7,750	0.18
Herzing University-AkronAkron	$13,420	$30,106	$29,950	$24,721	0.82
ATA College-CincinnatiCincinnati	$14,075	$29,280	$29,977	$16,640	0.57
Fortis College-CentervilleCenterville	$14,023	$28,653	$28,120	$11,466	0.40
Ohio Business College-SanduskySandusky	$9,385	$27,980	$25,263	$10,500	0.38
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 Ohio Business College-Sheffield, approximately 85% 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.