Health and Medical Administrative Services at Maysville Community and Technical College

Earning $23,060 a year after completing this health administration certificate puts graduates roughly $3,600 below Kentucky's median for the program and nearly $5,000 below the national benchmark. While the 40th percentile ranking among Kentucky programs shows this isn't the state's worst performer, nearby community colleges like Jefferson are producing graduates who earn 58% more in the same field.

The $15,949 in debt might seem manageable at first glance, but paired with these earnings, it creates real strain. At current levels, graduates earn less than half what's needed for comfortable loan repayment under standard 10-year plans. The debt burden here actually exceeds the state median despite significantly lower earnings—meaning students are taking on more risk for less return. Programs at Jefferson and Sullivan demonstrate that better outcomes are achievable within Kentucky's community college system.

For families considering this certificate as job training, understand that it's designed for entry into medical office roles, but the salary trajectory may limit financial independence in the short term. With 34% of students receiving Pell grants, many attendees are counting on this program as an economic stepping stone. If your child is committed to healthcare administration in the Maysville area specifically, this program provides local access—but exploring options at better-performing Kentucky community colleges could mean starting that first job with significantly higher earning potential and similar or lower debt.