Allied Health Professions at Allegany College of Maryland

Cumberland, MD · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a compact campus enrolling 1,743 students in Cumberland, MD.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $53,706/yr, roughly in line with the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

The 59.4x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 28% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Allied Health Professions graduates.

With first-year pay of $53,706 far exceeding the $16,375 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #385 out of 811 programs, Allegany College of Maryland's Allied Health Professions offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

With 8 registered apprenticeships mapped to Allied Health Professions, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

66 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
64
Low End
66
Score
67
High End
Earnings $53,706/yr (2% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$54K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
59.4x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$9,460
Out-of-state: $24,100
Median Debt at Graduation
$16,375
3.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$51,732
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

Explore what Allied Health Professions graduates do, from entry-level roles to long-term career paths across 811 programs nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 66/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Allied Health Professions at Allegany College of Maryland?
A score of 66/100 puts this program in competitive territory — solid outcomes, though not at the top of the Allied Health Professions field.
Can I learn Allied Health Professions through an apprenticeship instead of Allegany College of Maryland?
There are 8 registered apprenticeships connected to Allied Health Professions occupations, such as Computed Tomography (Ct) Technician and Diagnostic Imaging Specialty (Alternate Title: Radiology Specialist). The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
How many job openings are there for Allied Health Professions graduates?
At 124,000 annual openings, Allied Health Professions has a very large employment base. Allegany College of Maryland graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →