Allied Health Professions at Academy of Careers and Technology

Beckley, WV · Public · Certificate · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a compact campus enrolling 147 students in Beckley, WV.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $33,114 place Academy of Careers and Technology below the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Allied Health Professions career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

A #766 ranking among 811 Allied Health Professions programs places Academy of Careers and Technology in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The 8 apprenticeship pathways connected to Allied Health Professions reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

50 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
46
Low End
50
Score
51
High End
Earnings $33,114/yr (-37% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$346K
1.0% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Allied Health Professions graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Medical dosimetrists $138,110 +3.5% 55%
Physician assistants $133,260 +20.4% 83%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Medical dosimetrists
$138,110
+3.5% growth 55% AI-proof
Physician assistants
$133,260
+20.4% growth 83% AI-proof
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof

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Allied Health Professions Career Guide

See the full career breakdown for Allied Health Professions — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Academy of Careers and Technology and 810 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Academy of Careers and Technology's Allied Health Professions program score?
At 50/100, the score looks reasonable — but Allied Health Professions is a high-scoring trade overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.
Can you still earn well with Allied Health Professions from Academy of Careers and Technology?
Starting salary is one data point. If Academy of Careers and Technology's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Allied Health Professions program at Academy of Careers and Technology?
Beyond Academy of Careers and Technology's classroom route, 8 registered apprenticeships map to Allied Health Professions careers — including Computed Tomography (Ct) Technician. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Is there demand for Allied Health Professions workers?
The very large job market (124,000 annual openings) works in favor of Allied Health Professions graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
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