Medical/Clinical Assistant at Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, IA

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences ASSOCIATE CIP 51.0801

Total Graduates

26

Class of 2025

Annual Tuition & Fees

$6,176

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Medical/Clinical Assistant.
Degree Level ASSOCIATE
CIP Code 51.0801
Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 26 graduates
Award Year 2025

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Kirkwood 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.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Medical Assisting36%86%87%$8,181
Physical Therapist Assistant23%85%84%$7,685
Occupational Therapy Assistant32%89%92%$8,623
Pharmacy Technician Training Course41%71%83%$8,080

In the Medical Assisting program at Kirkwood Community College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 36% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,181 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Kirkwood Community College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 23% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,685 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at Kirkwood Community College, 89% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 32% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,623 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Pharmacy Technician Training Course program at Kirkwood Community College, 71% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 41% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,080 (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

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$84,496+17.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
Medical Assistants SOC: 31-9092
$35,360+12.5%
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)

Instructing
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Writing
Active Listening
Active Learning
Learning Strategies
Judgment and Decision Making
Time Management

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

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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Institution

Location Cedar Rapids, IA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $6,176
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,220
Average Net Price $8,936

Program Information

CIP Code: 51.0801
CIP Family: 51
IPEDS ID:
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