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Alternative Medicine at American College of Healthcare Sciences

Portland, OR · Private for-profit · Certificate · Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems

American College of Healthcare Sciences accepts 58% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a compact campus enrolling 810 students in Portland, OR.

Program Analysis

American College of Healthcare Sciences's Alternative Medicine graduates start at $22,265/yr, trailing the $27,541 national average by 19%. The program's value hinges on affordability.

The 18.4x 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 — 36% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Alternative Medicine graduates.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $10,597 in median debt clears fast against $22,265 in annual earnings.

At #10 out of 10 programs, American College of Healthcare Sciences's financial outcomes for Alternative Medicine trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

31 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
27
Low End
31
Score
33
High End
Earnings $22,265/yr (-19% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (64% shielded)
Job Market Small (5,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$233K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
18.4x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
3 of 3
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$12,656
Median Debt at Graduation
$10,597
5.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Alternative Medicine graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Healthcare diagnosing or treating practitioners, all other $113,730 +2.0% 47%
Acupuncturists $78,140 +6.8% 83%
Healthcare practitioners and technical workers, all other $64,030 +3.6% 62%
Healthcare diagnosing or treating practitioners, all other
$113,730
+2.0% growth 47% AI-proof
Acupuncturists
$78,140
+6.8% growth 83% AI-proof
Healthcare practitioners and technical workers, all other
$64,030
+3.6% growth 62% AI-proof

Alternative Medicine Career Guide

What can you do with a Alternative Medicine credential from American College of Healthcare Sciences? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Alternative Medicine Overview

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Alternative Medicine at Other Schools

Northern Essex Community College ($49,459) Front Range Community College ($28,076) Southern California University of Health Sciences ($27,755) Southwest Institute of Healing Arts ($27,262) Front Range Community College ($25,956) Southwest Institute of Healing Arts ($22,884) The Institute of Beauty and Wellness ($18,235) Aveda Institute-Madison ($18,235)

Other Majors at American College of Healthcare Sciences

Health Sciences ($30,774)

Trade Certificate vs. Bachelor's Degree

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does American College of Healthcare Sciences's Alternative Medicine program score?
This program scores 31/100 — on the lower end for Alternative Medicine. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Why are Alternative Medicine earnings lower at American College of Healthcare Sciences?
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.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →