Health and Medical Administrative Services at Nevada Career Institute

Nevada Career Institute's health administration certificate lands right in the middle of the pack—literally. At $26,827 in starting earnings, graduates earn slightly less than both the Nevada median ($27,523) and national median ($27,783) for this program. Among the state's 10 schools offering this credential, it ranks in the 40th percentile, trailing competitors like Northwest Career College ($30,079) and Carrington College-Las Vegas ($29,076) by several thousand dollars annually. The $9,500 debt load equals the state median, creating a manageable but unremarkable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35.

The program does show steady income growth, with earnings climbing 11% to $29,827 by year four. That progression suggests graduates find stable footing in medical administrative roles, even if they're not starting at premium salaries. With 60% of students receiving Pell grants, the school clearly serves a population where any credential can improve prospects, and the relatively low debt means graduates aren't betting their financial futures.

For a healthcare administrative certificate in Las Vegas, this is a middle-of-the-road option. If your child has admission offers from Northwest Career College or Carrington, those appear to offer better earnings potential for similar debt. But Nevada Career Institute delivers what it promises: affordable training that leads to employment, just not at the top of the local market.