Health and Medical Administrative Services at Spokane Community College

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.