Human Services at Fulton-Montgomery Community College

Johnstown, NY · Public · Associate Degree · Human Services, General

a compact campus enrolling 953 students in Johnstown, NY.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $30,075 track close to the $29,996 national median for Human Services programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 26.0x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Human Services programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Human Services's career paths, with 26% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 0% gap from the optimistic case.

At #18 of 46 Human Services programs, Fulton-Montgomery Community College scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

There are 2 registered apprenticeship pathways mapped to Human Services, including Direct Support Specialist (Alternate Title: Assistant Case Manager) (median $45,120/yr). Apprenticeships offer an alternative route that combines paid work with structured training.

45 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
43
Low End
45
Score
46
High End
Earnings $30,075/yr (0% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (74% shielded)
Job Market Large (82,300 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$315K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
26.0x
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 (In-State)
$12,108
Out-of-state: $13,308

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Human Services graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Social and community service managers $78,240 +6.4% 61%
Community and social service specialists, all other $54,940 +4.6% 100%
Social and human service assistants $45,120 +6.4% 61%
Social and community service managers
$78,240
+6.4% growth 61% AI-proof
Community and social service specialists, all other
$54,940
+4.6% growth 100% AI-proof
Social and human service assistants
$45,120
+6.4% growth 61% AI-proof

Human Services Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Human Services careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering other programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Fulton-Montgomery Community College's Human Services program score?
A score of 45/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Human Services. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Human Services graduates?
The DOL recognizes 2 apprenticeship pathways related to Human Services. For students weighing Fulton-Montgomery Community College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Will Human Services graduates from Fulton-Montgomery Community College find jobs?
The large job market (82,300 annual openings) works in favor of Human Services graduates. The national outlook is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →