Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at The College of Health Care Professions-Austin

Median Earnings (1yr)

$31,619

81st percentile

60th percentile in Texas

Median Debt

$9,500

8% below national median

Analysis

At $31,619 starting out, this certificate delivers earnings above 81% of similar programs nationwide—a significant achievement for a credential that requires just $9,500 in debt. While Texas has nearly 100 schools offering healthcare administration programs, this Austin campus matches the performance of its Dallas counterpart and sits comfortably above the state median of $25,639. The 0.30 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates can pay off their loans with about 18 weeks of earnings, making this one of the more accessible pathways into healthcare administration.

The program serves a predominantly working-class student body (69% Pell recipients) and gets them employed quickly in Austin's competitive healthcare market. Earnings grow modestly to $33,930 by year four—not spectacular growth, but steady progress that puts graduates closer to the state's top performers like Galveston and Dallas College. The moderate sample size suggests consistent outcomes rather than a few outliers skewing the data.

For families seeking an affordable entry into healthcare that doesn't require a four-year commitment, this program delivers. You're looking at manageable debt, above-average starting pay, and a clear path to employment in administrative roles that keep healthcare facilities running. The certificate won't make anyone wealthy, but it offers economic stability without the financial risk of a traditional degree.

Where The College of Health Care Professions-Austin Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How The College of Health Care Professions-Austin graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
The College of Health Care Professions-Austin	$31,619	$33,930	+7%
San Jacinto Community College	$33,410	$37,001	+11%
Lamson Institute	$29,313	$35,485	+21%
The College of Health Care Professions-Dallas	$31,619	$33,930	+7%
Dallas College	$34,135	$33,568	-2%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (97 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
The College of Health Care Professions-AustinAustin	—	$31,619	$33,930	$9,500	0.30
Galveston CollegeGalveston	$2,546	$34,532	—	—	—
Dallas CollegeDallas	$2,370	$34,135	$33,568	—	—
San Jacinto Community CollegePasadena	$1,992	$33,410	$37,001	$16,000	0.48
The College of Health Care Professions-DallasDallas	—	$31,619	$33,930	$9,500	0.30
CCI Training Center-ArlingtonArlington	—	$31,418	—	$11,696	0.37
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 The College of Health Care Professions-Austin, approximately 69% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 60 graduates with reported earnings and 64 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.