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2023 Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio

30 Schools Ranked
$6,753 Avg Tuition & Fees*

Today's healthcare students have lots of options to pick from when considering higher education opportunities. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Also, there are a number of trade schools and bootcamp with offerings that you might find attractive.

To assist you in seeing some of the education options that are available to you, Healthcare Degree Search has created its Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio ranking. Our analysis looked at 30 schools in Ohio to see which basic certificate programs offered the best educational experiences for healthcare students. The factors used to develop this ranking include those related to how in-demand the school us, the overall quality of the school, and post-graduation wages, and more.

View our full ranking methodology.

Top Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio

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$5,966 Average Tuition & Fees

Our analysis found University of Cincinnati - Clermont College to be the best school for healthcare students who want to pursue a basic certificate in Ohio.

The average in-state tuition and fees for students at UC Clermont College is $5,966. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $13,198.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at UC Clermont College. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 98% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2019-2020.

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$11,936 Average Tuition & Fees

Out of the 30 schools in Ohio that were part of this year’s ranking, Ohio State University - Main Campus landed the # 2 spot on the list.

The average in-state tuition and fees for students at Ohio State is $11,936. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $35,019.

Some students may be able to take online classes at Ohio State. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 99% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2019-2020.

Full Ohio State University - Main Campus Report

You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Ohio University - Athens Campus. The school came in at #3 on this year’s Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at OHIO Athens. During the 2019-2020 year, about 92% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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$5,040 Average Tuition & Fees

A rank of #4 on this year’s list means Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is a great place for healthcare students working on their basic certificate.

Students from Ohio who attend Cincinnati State full time pay an average of $5,040 in tuition and fees. Out-of-state students pay an average of $9,090.

One thing to take note of is that Cincinnati State does offer online classes in some areas. In 2019-2020 about 88% of the undergraduate students at the school chose to take one or more online courses.

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$4,397 Average Tuition & Fees

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend James A Rhodes State College. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

The average in-state tuition and fees for students at Rhodes State College is $4,397. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $8,721.

Depending on your major, you may be able to take online classes at Rhodes State College. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 42% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2019-2020.

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#6

Owens Community College

Perrysburg, Ohio
$5,510 Average Tuition & Fees

Owens Community College ranked #6 on this year’s Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

Students from Ohio who attend Owens State Community College full time pay an average of $5,510 in tuition and fees. Out-of-state students pay an average of $9,782.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at Owens State Community College. To give an idea of how popular online courses are at the school, 68% of undergraduates took at least one course online in 2019-2020.

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Remington College - Cleveland Campus ranked #7 on this year’s Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

If you are interested in distance education, Remington College - Cleveland Campus is an excellent choice, since the school is online.

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$4,329 Average Tuition & Fees

Sinclair Community College ranked #8 on this year’s Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

In-state students pay an average of $4,329 in tuition and fees if they attend Sinclair Community College full time. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $8,076.

Sinclair Community College does offer online classes for certain degree levels. During the 2019-2020 year, about 80% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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$11,777 Average Tuition & Fees

University of Cincinnati - Main Campus came in at #9 in this year’s edition of the Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio ranking.

In-state students pay an average of $11,777 in tuition and fees if they attend UC full time. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $27,111.

One thing to take note of is that UC does offer online classes in some areas. During the 2019-2020 year, about 92% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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$6,387 Average Tuition & Fees

University of Cincinnati - Blue Ash College did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best places for healthcare students to get a basic certificate. It came in at #10 on the list.

Full-time students from Ohio pay an average of $6,387 in tuition and fees if they choose to attend UC Blue Ash College. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $15,185.

One thing to take note of is that UC Blue Ash College does offer online classes in some areas. In fact, around 99% of the undergraduate population registered for at least one online class in 2019-2020.

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#11

Clark State Community College

Springfield, Ohio
$4,032 Average Tuition & Fees

With a ranking of #11, Clark State Community College did quite well on this year’s best schools for healthcare students working on their basic certificate.

Full-time students from Ohio pay an average of $4,032 in tuition and fees if they choose to attend Clark State Community College. Out-of-state students pay an average of $7,328.

One thing to take note of is that Clark State Community College does offer online classes in some areas. In 2019-2020 about 67% of the undergraduate students at the school chose to take one or more online courses.

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Central Ohio Technical College landed the #12 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best basic certificate healthcare programs.

Some students may be able to take online classes at COTC. During the 2019-2020 year, about 43% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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#13

Kent State University at Tuscarawas

New Philadelphia, Ohio

Kent State University at Tuscarawas came in at #13 in this year’s edition of the Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio ranking.

Kent State University at Tuscarawas does have options available for those who want to take online classes. You will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your specific major. During the 2019-2020 year, about 53% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

Full Kent State University at Tuscarawas Report

#14

Lakeland Community College

Kirtland, Ohio
$4,161 Average Tuition & Fees

With a ranking of #14, Lakeland Community College did quite well on this year’s best schools for healthcare students working on their basic certificate.

In-state students pay an average of $4,161 in tuition and fees if they attend Lakeland full time. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $8,975.

One thing to take note of is that Lakeland does offer online classes in some areas. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2019-2020 academic year, around 71% took at least some of their classes online.

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Kent State University at Kent did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best places for healthcare students to get a basic certificate. It came in at #15 on the list.

Kent State does have options available for those who want to take online classes. You will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your specific major. During the 2019-2020 year, about 60% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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#16

University of Toledo

Toledo, Ohio
$10,879 Average Tuition & Fees

With a ranking of #16, University of Toledo did quite well on this year’s best schools for healthcare students working on their basic certificate.

Students from Ohio who attend University of Toledo full time pay an average of $10,879 in tuition and fees. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $20,239.

If you are interested in distance education, be sure to check with the school since University of Toledo does offer online classes for certain majors. During the 2019-2020 year, about 49% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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$4,465 Average Tuition & Fees

Lorain County Community College ranked #17 on this year’s Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

Students from Ohio who attend LCCC full time pay an average of $4,465 in tuition and fees. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $8,405.

Online courses are available at LCCC, but you will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your field of interest. In 2019-2020 about 92% of the undergraduate students at the school chose to take one or more online courses.

Full Lorain County Community College Report

#18

Stark State College

North Canton, Ohio
$4,310 Average Tuition & Fees

Stark State College ranked #18 on this year’s Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

In-state students pay an average of $4,310 in tuition and fees if they attend Stark State College full time. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $7,406.

Stark State College does offer online classes for certain degree levels. During the 2019-2020 year, about 71% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

Full Stark State College Report

Cuyahoga Community College District landed the #19 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best basic certificate healthcare programs.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at Cuyahoga Community College District. During the 2019-2020 year, about 80% of the undergraduates at the school took at least one online course.

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#20

Belmont College

Saint Clairsville, Ohio
$4,338 Average Tuition & Fees

With a ranking of #20, Belmont College did quite well on this year’s best schools for healthcare students working on their basic certificate.

The average in-state tuition and fees for students at Belmont College is $4,338. Out-of-state students pay an average of $6,840.

One thing to take note of is that Belmont College does offer online classes in some areas. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2019-2020 academic year, around 42% took at least some of their classes online.

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$4,338 Average Tuition & Fees

Northwest State Community College ranked #21 on this year’s Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

In-state students pay an average of $4,338 in tuition and fees if they attend Northwest State Community College full time. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $8,450.

If you are interested in distance education, be sure to check with the school since Northwest State Community College does offer online classes for certain majors. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2019-2020 academic year, around 28% took at least some of their classes online.

Full Northwest State Community College Report

#22

University of Rio Grande

Rio Grande, Ohio
$20,060 Average Tuition & Fees

University of Rio Grande landed the #22 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best basic certificate healthcare programs.

University of Rio Grande does not offer a discount to in-state students, so the average tuition and fees for all undergraduates is $20,060. This amount may be reduced if you receive financial aid.

Online courses are available at University of Rio Grande, but you will need to check with the school to see if they are available for your field of interest. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2019-2020 academic year, around 23% took at least some of their classes online.

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#23

North Central State College

Mansfield, Ohio
$5,486 Average Tuition & Fees

North Central State College came in at #23 in this year’s edition of the Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio ranking.

In-state students pay an average of $5,486 in tuition and fees if they attend North Central State College full time. Those students who come from outside the state pay an average of $10,784.

You may have the opportunity to take online classes at North Central State College. Of all the undergraduates enrolled at the school during the 2019-2020 academic year, around 65% took at least some of their classes online.

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$4,139 Average Tuition & Fees

Edison State Community College ranked #24 on this year’s Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio list.

Full-time students from Ohio pay an average of $4,139 in tuition and fees if they choose to attend Edison Community College. If you are from out of state, expect to pay an average of $7,626.

Depending on your major, you may be able to take online classes at Edison Community College. In fact, around 61% of the undergraduate population registered for at least one online class in 2019-2020.

Full Edison State Community College Report

Kent State University at Salem came in at #25 in this year’s edition of the Best Healthcare Basic Certificate Schools in Ohio ranking.

Kent State University at Salem does offer online classes for certain degree levels. In fact, around 47% of the undergraduate population registered for at least one online class in 2019-2020.

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Notes and References

Footnotes

*These averages are for the top 25 schools only.

References

  • Read more about our ranking methodology.
  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
  • Information about the national average student loan default rate is from the U.S. Department of Education and refers to data about the 2016 borrower cohort tracking period for which the cohort default rate (CDR) was 10.1%.

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