Allied Health Professions at Red Rocks Community College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Allied Health Professions, take a look at what Red Rocks Community College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Red Rocks Community College sits in Lakewood, CO.
During the most recent reporting year, 336 allied health professions graduations were recorded at Red Rocks Community College.
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Online Class Availability at Red Rocks Community College
Many students take online classes at Red Rocks Community College. Of 8,419 students, 1,568 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,424 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Allied Health Professions Rankings at Red Rocks Community College
Use these rankings to compare Red Rocks Community College’s Allied Health Professions program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 16 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #3 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 38 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #227 of 1,196 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #389 of 1,196 |
Earnings for Allied Health Professions Graduates from Red Rocks Community College
Graduates of Red Rocks Community College’s Allied Health Professions program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $82,381 |
| 2 years | $83,008 |
| 3 years | $81,224 |
| 4 years | $81,984 |
| 5 years | $89,700 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Allied Health Professions graduates from Red Rocks Community College report median earnings of $81,984, compared with $55,219 for all Red Rocks Community College graduates — about 48% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Allied Health Professions graduates from Red Rocks Community College is $17,885.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Allied Health Professions graduates at Red Rocks Community College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Allied Health Professions graduates at Red Rocks Community College are 50% women (167) and 50% men (169).
Allied Health Professions Associate’s Program at Red Rocks Community College
Of the 44 associate’s allied health professions graduates at Red Rocks Community College, 75% were women (33) and 25% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Allied Health Professions associate’s degree recipients at Red Rocks Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 30% of Allied Health Professions associate’s degree recipients at Red Rocks Community College, below the national average of 45%.*
Allied Health Professions Master’s Program at Red Rocks Community College
Of the 31 master’s allied health professions graduates at Red Rocks Community College, 81% were women (25) and 19% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Allied Health Professions master’s degree recipients at Red Rocks Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Allied Health Professions master’s degree recipients at Red Rocks Community College, lower than the national average of 29%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Allied Health Professions Concentrations at Red Rocks Community College
This Allied Health Professions program at Red Rocks Community College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Technology | 262 |
| Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology | 18 |
| Radiologic Technology | 23 |
| Physician Assistant | 31 |
| Cardiopulmonary Technologist | 2 |
Best-Paid Careers for Allied Health Professions Graduates
Those who complete Allied Health Professions program at Red Rocks Community College pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Allied Health Professions graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $153,940 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technologists | $153,819 |
| Surgical Assistants | $141,004 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $137,802 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $128,345 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologists | $119,042 |
| Anesthesiologist Assistants | $116,229 |
| Nuclear Monitoring Technicians | $115,968 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $105,175 |
| Hearing Aid Specialists | $96,168 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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