Health and Medical Administrative Services at Athena Career Academy

With a small cohort reporting, Athena Career Academy's health administration certificate shows graduates earning $26,964 after one year—about $1,600 below the Ohio median and $800 below the national average. That places it in the 40th percentile statewide, meaning six in ten similar Ohio programs deliver better early earnings. The debt load of $11,351 is reasonable and actually slightly below Ohio's typical $12,496, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42. For a school serving a predominantly Pell-eligible population (64% of students), these outcomes suggest the program provides accessible training without crushing debt.

The concerning part is the earnings gap. Top Ohio programs like Stark State College ($36,006) and the University of Cincinnati system ($34,507) produce graduates earning roughly $8,000 more in that first year—a 30% premium that compounds over time. That's the difference between financial breathing room and paycheck-to-paycheck living in Toledo's market.

The small sample size means one exceptionally good or bad year could skew these figures considerably. For families needing quick healthcare credentialing with minimal debt, Athena keeps costs contained. But if your child can access programs at Stark State or UC, the higher initial earnings make those clearly stronger investments, even if they require relocation or slightly higher upfront costs.