Allied Health Professions at Truckee Meadows Community College

Reno, NV · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

enrolling 6,752 students in Reno, NV.

Program Analysis

At $68,033 per year, Allied Health Professions graduates from Truckee Meadows Community College significantly outpace the $52,503 national average for this trade, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 113.4x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Allied Health Professions programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Allied Health Professions's career paths, with 28% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 0% gap from the optimistic case.

Ranked #68 of 811 programs, Truckee Meadows Community College's Allied Health Professions program falls in the top 10%, outperforming most peers on financial outcomes.

Five-year earnings of $71,024 are relatively flat compared to the $68,033 starting salary — typical of trades with stable but capped salary bands.

Allied Health Professions offers 8 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

76 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
72
Low End
76
Score
76
High End
Earnings $68,033/yr (30% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$714K
1.1% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
113.6x
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)
$6,288
Out-of-state: $22,486
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$71,024
4% 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

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

How does Truckee Meadows Community College's Allied Health Professions program score?
A score of 76/100 indicates strong financial outcomes. Truckee Meadows Community College's Allied Health Professions graduates fare well on earnings, job market size, and return on investment.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Allied Health Professions program at Truckee Meadows Community College?
The DOL recognizes 8 apprenticeship pathways related to Allied Health Professions. For students weighing Truckee Meadows Community College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for Allied Health Professions workers?
With approximately 124,000 annual openings across mapped careers, Allied Health Professions offers a very large employment pool. Truckee Meadows Community College graduates enter a market shaped by an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
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