Health Professions And Related Programs

Best Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services institutions in the US, ranked by earnings

Compare 5 U.S. colleges offering Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services by graduate earnings, cost, and outcomes. Federal data across 5 states.

Institutions
5
offering CIP 51.34
States offered
5
with a program page
With earnings data
1
College Scorecard
Degrees / yr
126
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
$40,712
1 year after graduation
US pay · Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other
$128,680
BLS OEWS 2024

About Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services programs

The Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services program focuses on integrating holistic approaches into healthcare. This program is designed for individuals interested in exploring various alternative therapies and practices that complement traditional medical treatments. It caters to those seeking to enhance their knowledge in the field of health professions and related programs.

Learn more about Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services

What you'll learn

Students in this program will gain insights into complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practices, including coursework related to direct entry midwifery and other specialized areas. The curriculum emphasizes a holistic understanding of health and wellness.

Top 1 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings

Earnings = median 1 year after graduation (College Scorecard, predominant credential).

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Maryland University of Integrative Health
Laurel, MD Private not-for-profit · Graduate degree
$40,71252$21,789

Offered across 5 states

The same program, compared state by state. Pick a state for in-state earnings and institutions.

StateInstitutionsMedian earningsTop institution by earnings
Marylandlimited1$40,712Maryland University of Integrative Health
Washingtonlimited1
Wisconsinlimited1
Floridalimited1
Utahlimited1

Careers & outlook

The payoff after graduation: occupation 29-1299, Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other, and its national outlook.

Graduates of the Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services program can pursue careers in various health-related fields. The job outlook for this sector is about as fast as average, with an annual opening of 2,400 positions. The median wage for professionals in this area is approximately $113,730, typically requiring a master's degree.

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+2.0%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~2,400
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$113,730
typically Master's degree
National employment
30,870
Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other
US average pay
$128,680
annual, BLS OEWS 2024
US median pay
$113,730
annual

Top-paying metros

Missoula, MT
$212,210avg
Raleigh-Cary, NC
$197,140avg
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
$166,880avg
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
$159,590avg
St. Louis, MO-IL
$145,570avg

Related careers

Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other
$128,680 avg · 30,870 jobs

Concentrations within Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services

Specializations under this field (NCES CIP 2020).

  • Direct Entry Midwifery
    CIP 51.3401

    A program that prepares individuals to provide pre-natal, natural birth, and immediate postpartum care to pregnant women in jurisdictions licensing direct (non-nursing) training for midwives

  • Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services, Other
    CIP 51.3499

    Any instructional program in alternative and complementary medical support services not listed above.

Common questions

What is the focus of the program?+

The program focuses on integrating alternative and complementary therapies into healthcare.

What kind of careers can I pursue?+

Graduates can pursue careers in various health-related fields, including direct entry midwifery.

What is the job outlook for this field?+

The job outlook is about as fast as average, with 2,400 annual openings.

What level of education is typically required?+

A master's degree is typically required for careers in this field.

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