Allied Health Professions at Columbia Basin College

Pasco, WA · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a compact campus enrolling 4,226 students in Pasco, WA.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $64,223/yr, edging above the $52,503 national average for Allied Health Professions — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand for this trade.

With a 54.2x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Allied Health Professions career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

A #373 ranking among 811 Allied Health Professions programs places Columbia Basin College in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The 8 apprenticeship pathways connected to Allied Health Professions reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

67 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
65
Low End
67
Score
68
High End
Earnings $64,223/yr (22% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$64K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
54.2x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$12,388
Out-of-state: $16,478
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$58,920
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

Allied Health Professions opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 67/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Allied Health Professions at Columbia Basin College?
At 67/100, Columbia Basin College's Allied Health Professions program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Can I learn Allied Health Professions through an apprenticeship instead of Columbia Basin College?
Beyond Columbia Basin College'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.
How many job openings are there for Allied Health Professions graduates?
The very large job market (124,000 annual openings) works in favor of Allied Health Professions graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →