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Roane State Community College
Harriman, Tennessee · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 276 Patton Lane, Harriman, TN 37748 · Phone: (865) 354-3000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Roane State Community College is a public trade and career school in Harriman, Tennessee offering EMT & paramedic training, medical assistant programs, and radiology & sonography programs, accredited by SACS and program-specific bodies.
Roane State Community College has a 35.9% completion rate versus a 64.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,454 and median earnings of $39,407 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and about 27.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,720 | $40,330 | $48,430 |
| Medical assistants | $34,840 | $39,570 | $45,580 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $50,540 | $64,630 | $78,700 |
| Dental hygienists | $76,190 | $84,640 | $94,240 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,320 | $48,780 | $62,930 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,550 | $41,920 | $48,270 |
| Massage therapists | $36,960 | $50,070 | $64,050 |
| Surgical technologists | $47,620 | $60,530 | $64,430 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 25 | $40,344 | $39,489 | $9,548 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $34,691 | $41,193 | $5,312 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 15 | $42,057 | $43,240 | $10,900 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $34,691 | $41,193 | $5,312 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $42,057 | $43,240 | $10,900 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | $47,260 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 7 | $33,163 | $35,416 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | $40,344 | $39,489 | $9,548 |
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
Roane State Community College is a public community college in Harriman, Tennessee, accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school. The campus awards training across roughly 10 program families, with the most common being EMT & paramedic training, medical assistant programs, and radiology & sonography programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 35.9%, which is below the state average of 64.3%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $8,454, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $39,407. About 27.5% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a distant town setting, may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on allied health and emergency-services training rather than long academic transfer programs, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Adults considering a career change should confirm program schedules, clinical requirements, and licensing prerequisites directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review updated federal outcome data, check the accreditors listed above and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Roane State Community College offers about 10 program families, most notably EMT & paramedic training, medical assistant programs, and radiology & sonography programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 35.9%, which is below the Tennessee state average of 64.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates who borrowed is $8,454, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $39,407.
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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Roane State Community College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition and eligibility for state-specific aid programs compared to private schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly at (865) 354-3000 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers allied health and emergency-services training such as EMT and medical assistant programs, which are often shorter than traditional degree paths, though exact program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Roane State Community College at (865) 354-3000 or through its website, https://www.roanestate.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; the College Scorecard link can be used to look up and compare other institutions offering similar programs.
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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.