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American Institute of Alternative Medicine
Columbus, Ohio · Private for-profit college
Address: 6685 Doubletree Ave, Columbus, OH 43229 · Phone: (614) 825-6255 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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American Institute of Alternative Medicine is a private for-profit trade school in Columbus, OH offering massage therapy, medical assistant, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by ACAOM and ACCSC.
Median graduate debt is $9,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,805, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; the campus's completion rate is not reported, though the state average is 68.8%.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for American Institute of Alternative Medicine; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 66.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $40,340 | $55,990 | $60,880 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,190 | $39,770 | $46,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | not reported | $18,771 | $7,917 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
American Institute of Alternative Medicine is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Columbus, Ohio. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards three program families, most commonly massage therapy schools (32 completers), medical assistant programs (9 completers), and phlebotomy classes (2 completers), for a total of 43 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 231.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 68.8% for comparable programs, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500 and report median earnings of $40,805 ten years after entry. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 66.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students.
This campus, situated in a large city, offers short, focused programs in massage therapy, medical assisting, and phlebotomy rather than multi-year associate degrees, a structure that may appeal to adults changing careers who want a faster path into hands-on health-related work. Prospective students should verify current program details, tuition, and schedules directly with the school by phone or website, and can review federal outcome data independently through the College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers massage therapy schools, medical assistant programs, and phlebotomy classes, with massage therapy being the largest program by completers (32).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Graduates report median earnings of $40,805 ten years after entry, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and the types of financial aid available compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school by phone or website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status and review federal outcome data directly through the College Scorecard at the link provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's programs are structured as short, focused trade credentials rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit adults seeking a faster entry into health-related fields, though individual fit should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials, such as massage therapy licensure, may be required in Ohio.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach American Institute of Alternative Medicine at (614) 825-6255 or through its website, https://www.aiam.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.