Health and Medical Administrative Services at Goodwin University

Goodwin's health administration certificate graduates earn $31,850 in their first year—well above the $27,783 national median and matching Connecticut's state median. The real strength shows up in year four, when median earnings jump to $38,940, a 22% increase that suggests genuine career progression rather than a credential that leads nowhere.

The debt picture requires context. At $22,352, this program carries twice the debt of typical certificate programs in this field nationally. However, it's still far more manageable than what associate or bachelor's degree holders typically face, and the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.70 means graduates aren't drowning—they're earning roughly $1.43 for every dollar of debt. Among Connecticut's nine programs in this field, Goodwin sits right in the middle for earnings while carrying higher debt than most competitors.

The small sample size—fewer than 30 graduates—means one exceptional success or struggle could skew these numbers significantly. But the earnings trajectory points to an actual career pathway in healthcare administration, not just an entry-level dead end. If your child is committed to healthcare administration and prefers a shorter credential, this could work, though pushing for scholarships to reduce that debt load would be wise given that Porter & Chester Institute's graduates earn slightly more with less debt.