Medical/Health Humanities at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Certificate CIP 51.3204

Total Graduates

11

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

9%

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Female Graduates

91%

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Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#2
of 3 colleges nationally
33.3%
Produces more graduates than 33.3% of colleges offering this program
39
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Medical/Health Humanities.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 51.3204
Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 11 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 9% male, 91% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Social scientists and related workers, all other

Primary Occupation
$100,340
Median Annual Salary
$62,570 $160,810
10th percentile 90th percentile
36,970 employed nationally -1.7% projected growth

Related Occupations

Anthropologists and archeologists +3.7%
$64,910
Historians +2.2%
$74,050
Sociologists +3.6%
$101,690
Geographers -3.1%
$97,200

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

$64,910

10-Year Job Growth

+3.7%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 7 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$51,928+3.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
Geographers SOC: 19-3092
$77,760-3.1%
75%
primary100% confidence
Historians SOC: 19-3093
$59,240+2.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$62,792+1.8%
0%
primary100% confidence
$60,032+1.7%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$48,683

Peak Salary

$81,138

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (8)

Writing
Speaking
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Active Learning
Complex Problem Solving
Monitoring

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)

I
Investigative
R
Realistic
C
Conventional

research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Analytical
Curious
Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management

Work Values

Writing
Speaking
Active Listening
Knowledge
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

2

Do you value writing?

3

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

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • 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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