Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Remington College-Memphis Campus

Median Earnings (1yr)

$24,037

22nd percentile

40th percentile in Tennessee

Median Debt

$14,120

49% above national median

Analysis

This Remington College program presents a concerning value proposition that warrants serious reconsideration. While graduates earn $24,037 in their first year—slightly below the Tennessee median of $24,696—they're carrying $14,120 in debt, which is nearly 50% higher than both the national and state median of $9,500. This puts the program in the bottom quarter nationally for earnings while ranking among the highest for debt burden.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.59 means graduates will struggle with loan payments that consume a significant portion of their modest income. Even after four years, earnings only grow to $26,469, leaving graduates well behind peers from other Tennessee programs like South College ($28,606) or Ross Medical Education Centers. With 91% of students receiving Pell grants, this program appears to be targeting vulnerable populations while delivering subpar financial outcomes.

The fundamental math doesn't work here: higher-than-average debt paired with below-average earnings creates a financial burden that will persist for years. Given that 35 programs in Tennessee offer this credential, parents should explore alternatives that deliver similar training without the excessive debt load. The robust sample size makes these concerning numbers reliable, not outliers.

Where Remington College-Memphis Campus Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Remington College-Memphis Campus 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
Remington College-Memphis Campus	$24,037	$26,469	+10%
Fortis Institute-Nashville	$25,556	$28,041	+10%
Remington College-Nashville Campus	$24,037	$26,469	+10%
Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville	$25,879	$26,069	+1%
Fortis Institute-Cookeville	$25,883	$25,030	-3%

Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (35 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Remington College-Memphis CampusMemphis	$20,047	$24,037	$26,469	$14,120	0.59
South CollegeKnoxville	$17,935	$28,606	—	$12,075	0.42
Ross Medical Education Center-Johnson CityJohnson City	—	$26,624	$24,537	$9,500	0.36
Allied Health Careers InstituteMurfreesboro	—	$26,245	—	$6,544	0.25
Fortis Institute-CookevilleCookeville	$14,644	$25,883	$25,030	$9,500	0.37
Ross Medical Education Center-KnoxvilleKnoxville	—	$25,879	$26,069	$9,500	0.37
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 Remington College-Memphis Campus, approximately 91% 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.