Best Certificate Programs at National Career Education by ROI
Every Certificate major at National Career Education ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$62,180
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$28,457
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 80.6% |
+$323,346 | $60,219 | $28,457 | $9,316 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.
Grad rate: 80.6% |
+$63,712 | $47,207 | $28,457 | $8,867 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 80.6% |
-$200,517 | $33,910 | $28,457 | $7,600 | Full ROI → |
How ROI is calculated
20-Year Net ROI = Gross Earnings (salary × 20) − Total Degree Cost − Debt Payoff (×1.35) − Baseline Opportunity Cost ($42,000 × 20). Data from the U.S. College Scorecard.