Allied Health Professions at Athens Technical College

Athens, GA · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a smaller institution with 3,153 students in Athens, GA.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $46,293 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 76.3x 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 #376 out of 811 programs, Athens Technical College's Allied Health Professions offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

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

67 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
64
Low End
67
Score
68
High End
Earnings $46,293/yr (-12% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$484K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
76.3x
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)
$6,344
Out-of-state: $11,144

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Athens Technical College's Allied Health Professions program score?
At 67/100, Athens Technical College's Allied Health Professions program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Are there apprenticeship options for Allied Health Professions?
There are 8 registered apprenticeships connected to Allied Health Professions occupations, such as Computed Tomography (Ct) Technician and Diagnostic Imaging Specialty (Alternate Title: Radiology Specialist). The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
Is there demand for Allied Health Professions workers?
At 124,000 annual openings, Allied Health Professions has a very large employment base. Athens Technical College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
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