Allied Health Professions at National Polytechnic College
a compact campus enrolling 299 students in Lakewood, CA.
Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $34,613 place National Polytechnic College below the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.
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.
Median debt of $17,489 represents roughly 6 months of the $34,613 starting salary — a manageable burden by trade school standards.
Ranked #758 of 811 Allied Health Professions programs, National Polytechnic College falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.
Allied Health Professions offers 8 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
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% |
Allied Health Professions Career Guide
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