Trade and career programs at The College of Health Care Professions-Austin
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 251 | $35,283 | $37,281 | $9,467 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 93 | $40,739 | $44,199 | $14,617 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 67 | $61,785 | $48,051 | $26,327 |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 58 | $31,781 | $39,471 | $9,500 |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 38 | $40,536 | n/a | $14,294 |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 21 | $36,228 | $38,095 | $9,500 |
The College of Health Care Professions-Austin cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $18,400 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $36,850 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $31,285 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $31,273 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $30,491 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | Not reported |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | $36,850 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 56% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 66% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $39,469 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $9,500 in federal student loans.
- 66% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Frequently asked questions
How much does The College of Health Care Professions-Austin cost?
Tuition and fees are $18,400 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $31,285 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at The College of Health Care Professions-Austin?
56% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do The College of Health Care Professions-Austin graduates earn?
EMT, surgical tech and imaging associate degree graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $61,785 one year after finishing.
Is The College of Health Care Professions-Austin accredited?
The College of Health Care Professions-Austin is accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Ann Webb Skin Institute, Austin: $15,025 a year
- Austin Career Institute LLC, Austin: $19,284 a year
- Avenue Five Institute, Austin: $12,937 a year
- Avenue Five Institute-South Austin Campus, Austin: $12,937 a year
- Baldwin Beauty School-North Austin, Austin: $13,900 a year
- CyberTex Institute of Technology, Austin: $16,500 a year
More: all trade schools in Texas · The College of Health Care Professions-Austin on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.