Health Services Administration at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Certificate CIP 51.2211

Total Graduates

2

Class of 2023

Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Health Services Administration

Certificate 2 grads Master's 13 grads

Program Popularity

#21
of 33 colleges nationally
36.4%
Produces more graduates than 36.4% of colleges offering this program
219
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Health Services Administration.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 51.2211
Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 2 graduates
Award Year 2023

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Medical and health services managers

Primary Occupation
$117,960
Median Annual Salary
$69,680 $219,080
10th percentile 90th percentile
565,840 employed nationally +23.2% projected growth

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$117,960

10-Year Job Growth

+23.2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$94,368+23.2%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$88,470

Peak Salary

$147,450

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Speaking
Critical Thinking
Management of Personnel Resources
Monitoring
Social Perceptiveness
Writing
Judgment and Decision Making
Reading Comprehension
Time Management
Active Listening

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

E
Enterprising
C
Conventional
S
Social

leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Helping others
  • Teaching

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Organized
Detail-oriented
Empathetic
Patient

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Organization
Data management
Helping others
Teaching

Work Values

Speaking
Time Management
Helping others
Achievement
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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