Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Baptist Health System School of Health Professions
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Baptist Health's practical nursing certificate produces graduates earning nearly $49,000 within their first year—above both the Texas median ($46,004) and national average ($44,134). While this puts you in the 60th percentile for Texas and 70th nationally, it's worth noting there are stronger-performing programs in the state if your student is willing to relocate or commute. Alvin Community College, for instance, reports median earnings exceeding $64,000.
The debt picture is reasonable: $16,243 represents just a third of first-year earnings, making this one of the more manageable debt loads you'll encounter in healthcare training. Given that over half of students here receive Pell grants, the program appears designed with affordability in mind. For a family in San Antonio looking for healthcare credentials without relocating, this represents a solid local option.
The caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes could vary more than usual. That said, practical nursing credentials generally lead to steady employment in healthcare settings. If your student wants to enter the workforce quickly with manageable debt and you're staying in San Antonio, this program delivers that path—just know it's not the highest-earning option available in Texas.
Where Baptist Health System School of Health Professions Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants certificate's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Baptist Health System School of Health Professions graduates compare to all programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (72 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Baptist Health System School of Health ProfessionsSan Antonio | $14,675 | $48,775 | — | $16,243 | 0.33 |
 Alvin Community CollegeAlvin | $1,834 | $64,976 | — | $10,215 | 0.16 |
 The Chicago School-College of NursingRichardson | — | $59,039 | $55,513 | $20,324 | 0.34 |
 Concorde Career College-DallasDallas | — | $57,339 | $57,064 | $17,268 | 0.30 |
 Angelina CollegeLufkin | $3,150 | $54,637 | — | — | — |
| Concorde Career College-Grand PrairieGrand Prairie | — | $54,557 | $49,113 | $23,636 | 0.43 |
| National Median | — | $44,134 | — | $14,803 | 0.34 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants graduates
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Baptist Health System School of Health Professions, approximately 52% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 52 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.