Practical Nursing at Pima Medical Institute-Denver

Denver, CO · Private for-profit · Certificate · Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

a smaller institution with 764 students in Denver, CO.

Program Analysis

At $28,834 per year, Practical Nursing graduates from Pima Medical Institute-Denver earn below the $44,151 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

The 27% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Practical Nursing career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

The median debt load of $8,894 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

A #666 ranking among 703 Practical Nursing programs places Pima Medical Institute-Denver in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 35% earnings increase from $28,834 to $38,847 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

For students considering alternatives, 2 registered apprenticeship programs align with Practical Nursing careers — offering paid training instead of tuition costs.

57 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
54
Low End
57
Score
57
High End
Earnings $28,834/yr (-35% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (82% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (258,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$413K
7.7% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
2 of 2
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$8,894
3.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$38,847
35% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Practical Nursing graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses $62,340 +2.6% 75%
Nursing assistants $39,530 +2.3% 90%
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62,340
+2.6% growth 75% AI-proof
Nursing assistants
$39,530
+2.3% growth 90% AI-proof

Practical Nursing Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Practical Nursing careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Practical Nursing at Pima Medical Institute-Denver?
This program scores 57/100 — a respectable number in isolation, but it ranks in the bottom half of Practical Nursing programs nationally. The field is competitive, and stronger options exist.
How safe is Practical Nursing from automation?
This is one of the more automation-resistant trades. Practical Nursing work requires physical skill and on-site presence — qualities AI cannot provide. Pima Medical Institute-Denver's score of 57/100 reflects this durability.
Is Pima Medical Institute-Denver a good choice for Practical Nursing despite lower starting pay?
Lower starting pay at Pima Medical Institute-Denver may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Practical Nursing graduates?
Beyond Pima Medical Institute-Denver's classroom route, 2 registered apprenticeships map to Practical Nursing careers — including Nurse, Licensed Practical. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Is there demand for Practical Nursing workers?
The career paths mapped to Practical Nursing have roughly 258,500 combined annual openings nationally, making this a very large job market. Demand is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →