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Allied Health Professions at Platt College-Riverside

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

a compact campus enrolling 416 students in Riverside, CA.

Program Analysis

Starting salaries of $25,713/yr fall 51% below the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.

With a 14.9x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 40% 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 $19,891 against $25,713/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #797 ranking among 811 Allied Health Professions programs places Platt College-Riverside in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $25,713-to-$62,076 earnings arc over five years reflects a 141% gain — well above average career growth for trade school graduates.

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

40 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
34
Low End
40
Score
41
High End
Earnings $25,713/yr (-51% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$451K
12.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
15.2x
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
$29,608
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,891
9.3 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$62,076
141% 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 40/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Allied Health Professions at Platt College-Riverside?
At 40/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Allied Health Professions programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Can you still earn well with Allied Health Professions from Platt College-Riverside?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
Can I learn Allied Health Professions through an apprenticeship instead of Platt College-Riverside?
Beyond Platt College-Riverside'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.
How could AI change the job market for Allied Health Professions graduates?
The 40% scenario spread reflects genuine uncertainty. Some career paths within Allied Health Professions are more exposed than others — the aggregate score blends resistant and vulnerable roles.
Will Allied Health Professions graduates from Platt College-Riverside find jobs?
At 124,000 annual openings, Allied Health Professions has a very large employment base. Platt College-Riverside 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 →