Allied Health Professions at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Hudson, NC · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a compact campus enrolling 2,331 students in Hudson, NC.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $52,283/yr, roughly in line with the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 114.3x 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 6% gap from the optimistic case.

At #158 of 811 nationally, this is a top-5% Allied Health Professions program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

Five-year earnings of $57,437 are relatively flat compared to the $52,283 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.

73 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
69
Low End
73
Score
74
High End
Earnings $52,283/yr (-0% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$582K
2.4% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
114.8x
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)
$5,074
Out-of-state: $17,362
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$57,437
10% 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

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 Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute?
This program scores 73/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Allied Health Professions nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, hands-on AI resilience, and solid financial return.
What makes Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute's Allied Health Professions program stand out?
Ranked #158 of 811 programs nationally, Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.
Can I learn Allied Health Professions through an apprenticeship instead of Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute?
Beyond Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute'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.
Will Allied Health Professions graduates from Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute find jobs?
Job availability for Allied Health Professions is strong — 124,000 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute graduates specifically, local market conditions in NC may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →