Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Southeastern Technical Institute

Median Earnings (1yr)

$36,469

95th percentile

60th percentile in Massachusetts

Median Debt

$5,500

42% below national median

Analysis

Southeastern Technical Institute manages to outperform the national median for medical assisting by $9,000 while keeping debt to just $5,500—a combination that puts graduates ahead of 95% of similar programs nationally on both measures. However, the Massachusetts context reveals tougher competition: this program sits at the state median, with several community colleges placing graduates $8,000-$9,000 higher within four years.

The bigger question is what happens after that first year. Earnings slip slightly by year four, which may reflect the limits of certificate-level credentials in a field where advancement often requires additional training. Still, with debt representing just 15% of first-year earnings, graduates start on solid financial footing—no one's drowning in payments while figuring out their next move.

The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift considerably year to year, but the fundamentals are sound: low debt, immediate employment, and earnings well above the national norm. For families weighing local options, the nearby community colleges offer stronger earning potential at similar or slightly higher debt levels, making them worth a close look. But if those aren't accessible, this program delivers a functional entry point to healthcare work without the financial burden that plagues many certificate programs.

Where Southeastern Technical Institute Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Southeastern Technical Institute 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
Southeastern Technical Institute	$36,469	$35,395	-3%
Bay Area Medical Academy	$38,505	$52,333	+36%
Mount Wachusett Community College	$45,300	$41,874	-8%
Northern Essex Community College	$38,885	$34,695	-11%
Motoring Technical Training Institute	$28,146	$34,134	+21%

Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (19 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Southeastern Technical InstituteSouth Easton	—	$36,469	$35,395	$5,500	0.15
Mount Wachusett Community CollegeGardner	$6,000	$45,300	$41,874	$11,079	0.24
Bunker Hill Community CollegeBoston	$5,520	$44,141	—	$8,607	0.19
Northern Essex Community CollegeHaverhill	$5,688	$38,885	$34,695	$7,925	0.20
Mildred Elley-Pittsfield CampusPittsfield	$16,052	$35,951	—	$20,000	0.56
Motoring Technical Training InstituteSeekonk	—	$28,146	$34,134	$9,500	0.34
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 Southeastern Technical Institute, approximately 29% 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.