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Allied Health Professions at American Career College-Ontario

Ontario, CA · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a compact campus enrolling 2,014 students in Ontario, CA.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $54,410 track close to the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

The 7% 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.

At $25,240 in median debt against $54,410 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

A #583 ranking among 811 Allied Health Professions programs places American Career College-Ontario in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The limited growth from $54,410 to $60,351 over five years suggests earnings in this trade plateau relatively early in one's career.

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

59 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
55
Low End
59
Score
60
High End
Earnings $54,410/yr (4% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$613K
2.6% 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.

Median Debt at Graduation
$25,240
5.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$60,351
11% growth from Year 1

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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Allied Health Professions Overview

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Allied Health Professions at Other Schools

Anne Arundel Community College ($119,581) Crafton Hills College ($117,351) Foothill College ($107,048) Canada College ($106,691) Red Rocks Community College ($104,021) CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College ($100,611) American River College ($100,258) Molloy College ($94,599)

Other Majors at American Career College-Ontario

Practical Nursing ($52,792) Ophthalmic & Optometric Services ($32,524) Health Administration ($28,575) Medical Assisting ($25,702) Dental Assisting ($22,218) Massage Therapy ($21,533)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does American Career College-Ontario's Allied Health Professions program score?
This program scores 59/100 — a respectable number in isolation, but it ranks in the bottom half of Allied Health Professions programs nationally. The field is competitive, and stronger options exist.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Allied Health Professions program at American Career College-Ontario?
If American Career College-Ontario's tuition gives you pause, consider that 8 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Allied Health Professions. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
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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