Health and Medical Administrative Services at Brookline College-Tempe

Brookline College-Tempe graduates earn well above the national average for health and medical administrative certificates—ranking in the 89th percentile—but there's a troubling pattern in the earnings trajectory. While first-year graduates make $32,951, by year four that drops to $30,110, a 9% decline that's unusual for healthcare administration roles which typically see steady growth as workers gain experience and additional certifications. The $11,650 debt load is reasonable and manageable, but that earnings drop means the debt-to-income picture actually worsens over time rather than improving.

Within Arizona, this program sits at the 60th percentile, which means it's solidly middle-of-the-pack for the state. Phoenix College and GateWay Community College both produce slightly higher earners while charging similar debt loads. The key question is why earnings decline after graduation—this could reflect challenges with career advancement, credential recognition issues, or local job market dynamics specific to Brookline's graduates.

For parents, the immediate concern is that backwards earnings trend. At $30,110 four years out, graduates are earning just $372 more than Arizona's median for this credential. That's a narrow margin given the program serves mostly Pell-eligible students who need strong wage growth. Your child could start strong but find themselves stuck salary-wise, which makes those community college alternatives worth serious consideration.