Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, MS
Total Graduates
10
Class of 2025
Male Graduates
20%
2 of 10
Female Graduates
80%
8 of 10
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,200
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Copiah-Lincoln Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIOGRAPHY TECH - ASSOCIATE DEGREE | 100% | 90% | 91% | $9,975 |
| RESPIRATORY CARE | 100% | 80% | 72% | $15,460 |
| EMERGENCY MED TECHNOLOGY / PARAMEDIC | 100% | — | — | — |
| EMT Advance | 100% | — | — | — |
In the RADIOGRAPHY TECH - ASSOCIATE DEGREE program at Copiah-Lincoln Community College, 90% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,975 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the RESPIRATORY CARE program at Copiah-Lincoln Community College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $15,460 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the EMERGENCY MED TECHNOLOGY / PARAMEDIC program at Copiah-Lincoln Community College, 100% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the EMT Advance program at Copiah-Lincoln Community College, 100% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$105,620
10-Year Job Growth
+17.3%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1071 | $84,496 | +17.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other
SOC: 29-2099 | $39,032 | +5.2% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Neurodiagnostic Technologists
SOC: 29-2099 | $39,032 | +5.2% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Ophthalmic Medical Technologists
SOC: 29-2099 | $39,032 | +5.2% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Respiratory Therapists
SOC: 29-1126 | $64,360 | +12.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$79,215
Peak Salary
$132,025
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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