Health Administration at Northern Essex Community College

Haverhill, MA · Public · Certificate · Health and Medical Administrative Services

a compact campus enrolling 3,350 students in Haverhill, MA.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $37,514 put Northern Essex Community College's Health Administration program 27% above the national median of $29,545 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

With a 73.0x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 7% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Health Administration career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

At #48 of 710 programs, this Health Administration program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

The limited growth from $37,514 to $41,559 over five years suggests earnings in this trade plateau relatively early in one's career.

The 14 apprenticeship pathways connected to Health Administration reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

75 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
69
Low End
75
Score
78
High End
Earnings $37,514/yr (27% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (46% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (729,600 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$422K
2.6% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
74.2x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$5,688
Out-of-state: $11,472
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$41,559
11% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Health Administration graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Managers, all other $136,550 +4.5% 53%
Information security analysts $124,910 +28.5% 35%
Medical and health services managers $117,960 +23.2% 57%
Managers, all other
$136,550
+4.5% growth 53% AI-proof
Information security analysts
$124,910
+28.5% growth 35% AI-proof
Medical and health services managers
$117,960
+23.2% growth 57% AI-proof

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Health Administration Career Guide

What can you do with a Health Administration credential from Northern Essex Community College? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Northern Essex Community College's Health Administration program score?
This program scores 75/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Health Administration nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, hands-on AI resilience, and solid financial return.
Should I worry about AI if I study Health Administration at Northern Essex Community College?
AI won't eliminate Health Administration careers, but it may reshape them. At Northern Essex Community College, a score of 75/100 already accounts for the 54% task exposure — the ROI calculation factors in reduced employment probability.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Health Administration graduates?
The DOL recognizes 14 apprenticeship pathways related to Health Administration. For students weighing Northern Essex Community College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for Health Administration workers?
At 729,600 annual openings, Health Administration has a very large employment base. Northern Essex Community College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →