Allied Health Professions at Central Oregon Community College

Bend, OR · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

with a smaller student body of 3,577 in Bend, OR.

Program Analysis

At $74,698 per year, Allied Health Professions graduates from Central Oregon Community College significantly outpace the $52,503 national average for this trade, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

The 79.1x 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.

Ranked #164 out of 811 programs, Central Oregon Community College's Allied Health Professions program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

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

73 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
70
Low End
73
Score
74
High End
Earnings $74,698/yr (42% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$75K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
79.1x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$9,882
Out-of-state: $26,370
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$71,525
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

View all 19 career paths with full salary data →

Allied Health Professions Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Allied Health Professions careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

Read the full Allied Health Professions career guide →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 73/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Allied Health Professions at Central Oregon Community College?
At 73/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
What makes Central Oregon Community College's Allied Health Professions program stand out?
Ranked #164 of 811 programs nationally, Central Oregon Community College lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.
Can I learn Allied Health Professions through an apprenticeship instead of Central Oregon Community College?
Yes — 8 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Allied Health Professions career paths, including Computed Tomography (Ct) Technician. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Central Oregon Community College.
What's the job market like for Allied Health Professions from Central Oregon Community College?
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 →