Median Earnings (1yr)
$24,037
22nd percentile
40th percentile in Tennessee
Median Debt
$14,120
49% above national median

Analysis

This Allied Health program at Remington College-Nashville presents a mixed value proposition that requires careful consideration. While the debt load is impressively low at $14,120—ranking in just the 11th percentile nationally—the earnings significantly lag behind both national and state expectations. Starting salaries of $24,037 fall well below the national median of $27,186 for this field, placing graduates in the 22nd percentile nationally.

Within Tennessee, the program performs closer to average, ranking at the 40th percentile among state programs, though it still trails the state median of $24,696. More concerning is how this program compares to other Tennessee options—top-performing programs like South College produce graduates earning $28,606, nearly $5,000 more annually than Remington graduates. Even after four years, Remington graduates earn just $26,469, barely matching what some competing programs deliver in year one.

The positive here is the manageable debt burden, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.59 that won't crush new graduates financially. However, given that 72% of students receive Pell grants, many families are already facing financial constraints. For the investment, you'd likely see better returns at several other Tennessee programs that offer similar training with substantially higher earning potential. Consider South College or Ross Medical Education Center locations as alternatives that could provide your child with stronger long-term financial outcomes.

Where Remington College-Nashville Campus Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Remington College-Nashville Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
Remington College-Nashville Campus$24,037$26,469+10%
Fortis Institute-Nashville$25,556$28,041+10%
Remington College-Memphis 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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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Remington College-Nashville CampusNashville$21,230$24,037$26,469$14,1200.59
South CollegeKnoxville$17,935$28,606$12,0750.42
Ross Medical Education Center-Johnson CityJohnson City$26,624$24,537$9,5000.36
Allied Health Careers InstituteMurfreesboro$26,245$6,5440.25
Fortis Institute-CookevilleCookeville$14,644$25,883$25,030$9,5000.37
Ross Medical Education Center-KnoxvilleKnoxville$25,879$26,069$9,5000.37
National Median$27,186$9,5000.35

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-Nashville Campus, approximately 72% 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.