Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette

Median Earnings (1yr)

$22,505

10th percentile

40th percentile in Louisiana

Median Debt

$9,506

At national median

Analysis

This program delivers concerning financial outcomes that should give parents pause. Graduates earn just $22,505 in their first year and see their earnings actually decline to $21,082 by year four—a troubling 6% drop when most careers show growth. While the program ranks in the 40th percentile among Louisiana's allied health programs, it falls to just the 10th percentile nationally, meaning 90% of similar programs across the country produce better earnings outcomes.

The debt picture is mixed but manageable at $9,506, creating a reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42. However, the real concern is earning potential. Top Louisiana programs like Delgado Community College ($29,905) and Baton Rouge Community College ($28,935) show graduates can earn 25-30% more in similar fields, suggesting this particular program may not provide adequate training or industry connections.

With 74% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves a population seeking affordable career training. However, the declining earnings trajectory and below-average outcomes compared to other options in Louisiana make this a risky investment. Parents should strongly consider the higher-performing community college alternatives in the state that offer better long-term earning potential for similar debt levels.

Where Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette 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
Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette	$22,505	$21,082	-6%
Delgado Community College	$29,905	$30,675	+3%
Fortis College-Baton Rouge	$25,556	$28,041	+10%
Remington College-Lafayette Campus	$24,037	$26,469	+10%
Remington College-Shreveport Campus	$24,037	$26,469	+10%

Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (36 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Unitech Training Academy-LafayetteLafayette	—	$22,505	$21,082	$9,506	0.42
Delgado Community CollegeNew Orleans	$4,678	$29,905	$30,675	$25,000	0.84
Baton Rouge Community CollegeBaton Rouge	$4,221	$28,935	—	$9,500	0.33
Fortis College-Baton RougeBaton Rouge	$16,167	$25,556	$28,041	$9,500	0.37
Northshore Technical Community CollegeLacombe	$4,203	$25,451	—	$14,250	0.56
Medical Training CollegeBaton Rouge	—	$24,585	$22,195	$5,945	0.24
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 Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette, approximately 74% 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.