Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Spokane Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$32,404

86th percentile

60th percentile in Washington

Median Debt

$13,093

26% above national median

Analysis

Spokane Community College graduates from this healthcare admin certificate are earning $32,404 a year out—beating 86% of similar programs nationally and landing solidly in the middle of Washington's relatively strong cohort of schools. That's $4,600 above the national median and just $1,000 below the state median, putting graduates in a competitive position for entry-level medical office roles.

The debt picture is manageable at $13,093, translating to a 0.40 debt-to-earnings ratio that's well below the threshold where repayment becomes burdensome. While this is slightly above state and national medians for the program, the higher earnings more than compensate. For comparison, Perry Technical Institute in Washington produces the highest earners at $37,112, but Spokane CC delivers solid results at what's likely a lower cost of attendance. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means individual outcomes can vary more than at larger programs, so these numbers should be viewed as preliminary.

For a parent weighing options, this certificate offers a practical path into healthcare administration with debt that can realistically be paid off within a year or two of work. The combination of above-average earnings and contained debt makes this a reasonable workforce credential, particularly for students looking to enter the healthcare field quickly without the time and expense of a bachelor's degree.

Where Spokane Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Spokane Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Washington

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Washington (34 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Spokane Community CollegeSpokane	$4,057	$32,404	—	$13,093	0.40
Perry Technical InstituteYakima	—	$37,112	$32,557	$10,496	0.28
Carrington College-SpokaneSpokane	—	$34,016	$33,365	$10,364	0.30
Everett Community CollegeEverett	$4,301	$31,385	$26,707	$13,500	0.43
Pima Medical Institute-SeattleSeattle	—	$28,219	$31,216	$8,708	0.31
Pima Medical Institute-RentonRenton	—	$28,219	$31,216	$8,708	0.31
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 Spokane Community College, approximately 28% 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.