Public Health at Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa

The small sample size here makes definitive judgments difficult, but the available data suggests Bryant & Stratton's public health certificate positions graduates reasonably well for immediate employment. At $28,528 in first-year earnings, students match both national and state medians for this credential—landing in the 60th percentile among Wisconsin's four programs offering this certificate. The debt load of $17,726 sits in the 25th percentile nationally, meaning three-quarters of similar programs saddle students with more debt.

The 0.62 debt-to-earnings ratio indicates graduates earn back their debt load in roughly 7-8 months of gross pay, which is manageable for an entry-level certificate program. With 57% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves a population seeking affordable credentials to enter the healthcare field quickly. The relatively modest debt burden matters significantly for these students.

The critical caveat: we're looking at fewer than 30 graduates, so your child's experience could vary considerably from these numbers. For families considering this certificate as a stepping stone into healthcare or public health work, the debt load appears reasonable—but verify current job placement rates and confirm this credential aligns with specific career goals in Wisconsin's public health sector before enrolling.