Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Carrington College-Sacramento

Median Earnings (1yr)

$30,476

74th percentile

60th percentile in California

Median Debt

$9,500

8% below national median

Analysis

Carrington College-Sacramento's medical administrative program graduates earn well above both state and national averages—starting at $30,476 versus California's $26,827 median. That 60th percentile ranking among 155 California programs means graduates here outperform most in-state alternatives, though there's clearly a ceiling: top programs like Santa Barbara City College reach $47,000. The modest $9,500 debt load means graduates owe just four months of first-year income, making this accessible even for students from lower-income backgrounds (56% receive Pell grants).

The 18% earnings growth to $35,863 by year four shows steady career progression, not just entry-level stagnation. For a certificate program that gets students working quickly, these numbers work. You're not paying for a four-year degree, and you're not taking on crushing debt for marginal earning potential.

The practical question: Is $35,000 four years out enough? For families seeking a fast, affordable path into healthcare administration, this delivers reasonable returns. But students with the time and resources for additional training might consider programs at the top of California's range, where earnings jump another $10,000-$15,000. This program won't make anyone wealthy, but it won't bury them in debt either—a fair trade for quick workforce entry.

Where Carrington College-Sacramento Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services certificate's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Carrington College-Sacramento graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Carrington College-Sacramento	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-Stockton	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-San Leandro Campus	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-San Jose	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Institute for Business and Technology	$29,313	$35,485	+21%

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (155 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Carrington College-SacramentoSacramento	—	$30,476	$35,863	$9,500	0.31
Santa Barbara City CollegeSanta Barbara	$1,234	$47,046	—	$18,728	0.40
North-West College-Van NuysVan Nuys	—	$40,938	$26,924	$9,500	0.23
Unitek CollegeFremont	—	$34,441	—	$9,500	0.28
American Career College-Los AngelesLos Angeles	—	$32,682	$32,524	$9,500	0.29
American Career College-AnaheimAnaheim	—	$32,682	$32,524	$9,500	0.29
National Median	—	$27,783	—	$10,372	0.37

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 Carrington College-Sacramento, approximately 56% 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 271 graduates with reported earnings and 390 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.