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

Median Earnings (1yr)

$30,476

74th percentile

60th percentile in California

Median Debt

$9,500

8% below national median

Analysis

Carrington College-Stockton's medical administrative certificate outperforms most competitors in California, placing graduates in the 60th percentile for earnings statewide—well above the state median of $26,827. Starting at $30,476 and climbing to $35,863 by year four, these graduates earn about $9,000 more annually than the typical California program graduate four years out. The $9,500 in debt translates to just 31% of first-year earnings, a manageable load that most graduates could realistically pay down within two years of full-time work.

The catch is perspective: while this program beats most California options, it still lags far behind the state's top performers. Santa Barbara City College graduates earn $47,000, and several other programs crack $40,000. That said, those top programs may have different admission requirements or longer completion times. For families weighing immediate workforce entry against cost, Carrington's combination of below-average debt and above-average earnings creates a straightforward path into healthcare administration.

With 60% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves working-class families looking for practical credentials. The robust 100+ graduate sample size confirms these aren't outlier results—this is consistent performance. If your child wants quick entry into medical office work without gambling on outsized earnings, the numbers support this choice as a low-risk investment.

Where Carrington College-Stockton Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Carrington College-Stockton 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-Stockton	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-San Jose	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-Sacramento	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-San Leandro Campus	$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-StocktonStockton	—	$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-Stockton, approximately 60% 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.