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Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, Alabama · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2601 Carson Rd, Birmingham, AL 35215 · Phone: (205) 853-1200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Jefferson State Community College is a public trade and career school in Birmingham, Alabama offering EMT training, medical assistant, and radiology programs, accredited by SACS.
Jefferson State Community College has a 25.6% completion rate, below Alabama's 45.5% average, with median graduate debt of $9,689 and median earnings of $40,719 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Jefferson State Community College; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 34.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,620 | $37,810 | $44,210 |
| Medical assistants | $29,630 | $36,100 | $38,360 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $41,060 | $60,700 | $71,620 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 22 | $33,883 | $45,021 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 20 | $45,611 | $42,682 | $9,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $45,611 | $42,682 | $9,750 |
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
Jefferson State Community College is a public community college in Birmingham, Alabama, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools along with specialized accreditors for nursing, funeral service education, and physical therapy programs. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus's top trade programs are EMT & paramedic training, medical assistant programs, and radiology & sonography programs, drawing from a total of 5 program families and serving 5,470 undergraduate students overall.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 25.6%, which is below the Alabama state average of 45.5%. Among graduates, median debt is $9,689 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,719. About 34.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus is located in a midsize city and offers a mix of short-term certificate training and longer allied health programs, which may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers seeking hands-on clinical trade skills, though program length details beyond what's listed here are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since some figures such as tuition are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Jefferson State Community College offers 5 program families, with EMT & paramedic training, medical assistant programs, and radiology & sonography programs as the top trade programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with recognition from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as well as specialized accreditors for nursing, funeral service education, and physical therapy.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal student 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?
The completion rate is 25.6%, which is below the Alabama state average of 45.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,689, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,719, per federal Scorecard data.
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 at (205) 853-1200 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Jefferson State Community College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition and Title IV eligibility as confirmed here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?101505.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers allied health and technical training programs in a midsize city setting, though specific fit for career changers beyond program offerings is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Jefferson State Community College at (205) 853-1200 or through its website, https://www.jeffersonstate.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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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.