Allied Health Professions at Canada College

Redwood City, CA · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a compact campus enrolling 4,878 students in Redwood City, CA.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $106,691 put Canada College's Allied Health Professions program 103% above the national median of $52,503 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

The 419.0x 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.

A #3 ranking out of 811 programs puts Canada College in the top 1% for Allied Health Professions. By our composite measure, very few programs deliver stronger results.

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

81 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
77
Low End
81
Score
81
High End
Earnings $106,691/yr (103% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$1,116K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
419.0x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
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.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$2,664
Out-of-state: $19,016

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

View all 19 career paths with full salary data →

Allied Health Professions Career Guide

Allied Health Professions opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 81/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Allied Health Professions at Canada College?
At 81/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
Is Canada College one of the best schools for Allied Health Professions?
The #3 ranking out of 811 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable, and the job market supports this trade.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Allied Health Professions graduates?
The DOL recognizes 8 apprenticeship pathways related to Allied Health Professions. For students weighing Canada College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How many job openings are there for Allied Health Professions graduates?
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.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →