Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

CIP 51.0000 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

270

339 total including inactive

States

Across 35 states

Graduates (2024)

12,216

Total completions

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 35 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Arkansas and New York.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Tuition

$3,472

In-state annual rate

In-state tuition ranges from $434 to $16,249.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 2,202 (18.0%)

Female: 10,014 (82.0%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 3,401 (27.8%)

Associate: 8,815 (72.2%)

Where Can You Study Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General?

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