Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Tulsa Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$25,843

38th percentile

60th percentile in Oklahoma

Median Debt

$4,750

50% below national median

Analysis

Tulsa Community College's Allied Health and Medical Assisting certificate keeps debt exceptionally low—just $4,750 compared to the state median of $13,192—which makes it a relatively safe entry point into healthcare support roles. Within Oklahoma, graduates earn at the state median while carrying significantly less debt burden than peers at other schools, ranking in the 60th percentile for earnings despite the 95th percentile (best possible) for low debt.

The earnings of $25,843 trail top Oklahoma programs like Tulsa Technology Center by about $4,000 annually, which matters for long-term income potential. However, the rock-bottom debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.18 means graduates can realistically pay off their loans within months rather than years, a crucial advantage for students entering entry-level medical assistant positions. This is particularly relevant given that 36% of TCC students receive Pell grants.

The major caveat: this data reflects fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes may vary considerably. If your child can access one of the higher-earning programs like Tulsa Tech without substantially more debt, that's worth exploring. But if staying close to central Tulsa or minimizing financial risk is the priority, TCC offers a workable path into healthcare with minimal downside exposure.

Where Tulsa Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Tulsa Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Oklahoma

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (29 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Tulsa Community CollegeTulsa	$3,768	$25,843	—	$4,750	0.18
Tulsa Technology CenterTulsa	—	$29,723	$25,745	$14,826	0.50
Community Care CollegeTulsa	—	$27,221	$25,621	$11,558	0.42
Miller-Motte College-TulsaTulsa	—	$22,869	$22,935	$16,500	0.72
Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlesterMcAlester	—	$19,440	$19,828	—	—
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 Tulsa Community College, approximately 36% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 19 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.