Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Scioto County Career Technical Center

Something goes seriously wrong after graduation for students in this program. Starting earnings of nearly $40,000 look reasonable—even with Ohio's median for this field around $42,000. But four years later, typical graduates are earning just $26,720, a troubling 33% drop that suggests either credential limitations or job market instability in this specific Allied Health pathway.

The low debt load of $8,544 provides some cushion, but it can't offset the earnings trajectory problem. Among Ohio's 51 Allied Health programs, this one sits squarely in the middle at the 40th percentile—yet top performers in the state like Mid-East Career and Technical Center report graduates earning $66,000. That $39,000 gap suggests substantial variation in program quality and career outcomes across Ohio's technical training landscape, even for similar credentials.

For families considering this certificate—particularly given that 68% of students receive Pell grants—the declining earnings pattern demands explanation. Are graduates moving into lower-paying positions after initial placement? Do they lack the credentials needed for career advancement? Without clarity on why earnings fall so sharply, this represents a risky investment even at modest debt levels. Before enrolling, insist on talking to recent alumni about their actual career paths, not just first-job placements.