Allied Health Professions at Bergen Community College

Paramus, NJ · Public · Certificate · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

enrolling 10,597 students in Paramus, NJ.

Program Analysis

At $56,999 per year, Allied Health Professions graduates from Bergen Community College earn slightly above the $52,503 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 125.4x 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.

The median debt load of $9,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

At #120 of 811 nationally, this is a top-5% Allied Health Professions program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

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

74 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
71
Low End
74
Score
75
High End
Earnings $56,999/yr (9% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$596K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
125.4x
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)
$4,757
Out-of-state: $9,005
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
2.0 months of Year 1 earnings

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

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Allied Health Professions at Bergen Community College?
A score of 74/100 indicates strong financial outcomes. Bergen Community College's Allied Health Professions graduates fare well on earnings, job market size, and return on investment.
What's the typical debt for Allied Health Professions graduates from Bergen Community College?
At $9,500 in median debt, Allied Health Professions graduates from Bergen Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
What makes Bergen Community College's Allied Health Professions program stand out?
Ranked #120 of 811 programs nationally, Bergen Community College lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Allied Health Professions graduates?
Yes — 8 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Allied Health Professions career paths, including Computed Tomography (Ct) Technician. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Bergen Community College.
Is there demand for Allied Health Professions workers?
At 124,000 annual openings, Allied Health Professions has a very large employment base. Bergen Community College 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 →