Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary at Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, IA
Total Graduates
26
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
12%
3 of 26
Female Graduates
88%
23 of 26
Annual Tuition & Fees
$5,550
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Des Moines Area Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Billing and Coding Diploma | 30% | 78% | 81% | $8,620 |
| Patient Access Specialist, Certificate | 26% | 77% | 80% | $8,689 |
| Long-Term Care Administrator-Practicum Specialist Certificate | 13% | 91% | 88% | $14,382 |
| Health Information Technology AAS | 45% | 93% | 90% | $10,524 |
| Medical Office Specialist, AAS | — | 74% | 81% | $7,188 |
| Aging Services Management, Adult Services AAS | — | 91% | 86% | $11,952 |
| Health Care Patient Services | 100% | — | — | — |
| CPC Medical Billing and Coding (Voucher Included) | 63% | — | — | — |
In the Medical Billing and Coding Diploma program at Des Moines Area Community College, 78% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 30% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,620 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Patient Access Specialist, Certificate program at Des Moines Area Community College, 77% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 26% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,689 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Long-Term Care Administrator-Practicum Specialist Certificate program at Des Moines Area Community College, 91% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 13% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $14,382 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Health Information Technology AAS program at Des Moines Area Community College, 93% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 45% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,524 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Medical Office Specialist, AAS program at Des Moines Area Community College, 74% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,188 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aging Services Management, Adult Services AAS program at Des Moines Area Community College, 91% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,952 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Health Care Patient Services program at Des Moines Area Community College, 100% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the CPC Medical Billing and Coding (Voucher Included) program at Des Moines Area Community College, 63% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$44,640
10-Year Job Growth
+4.2%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
SOC: 43-6013 | $35,712 | +4.2% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$33,480
Peak Salary
$55,800
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (4)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
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.
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