Allied Health Professions at Jefferson College

Hillsboro, MO · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a smaller institution with 2,514 students in Hillsboro, MO.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $46,769 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 54.7x 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 1% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Allied Health Professions graduates.

At #464 out of 811 programs, Jefferson College's financial outcomes for Allied Health Professions trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $46,769 to $49,014 over five years (5% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

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

63 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
61
Low End
63
Score
64
High End
Earnings $46,769/yr (-11% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$493K
1.2% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
54.8x
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)
$9,000
Out-of-state: $16,200
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$49,014
5% 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

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 is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Allied Health Professions at Jefferson College?
At 63/100, 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.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Allied Health Professions graduates?
Beyond Jefferson College'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.
Will Allied Health Professions graduates from Jefferson College find jobs?
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 →