Health associate professional Salary UK
Health associate professionals n.e.c. in the UK earn a median salary of £25,017 a year (ONS ASHE 2025, gross pay, all employee jobs). The figures cover the ONS occupation group “Health associate professionals n.e.c.” (SOC 3219).
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £25,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For health associate professionals n.e.c., £30,575 is the typical (median) pay. That is below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -22% versus the national average.
About this role
Health associate professionals not elsewhere classified work in specialist health support roles including health promotion, clinical coding, medical illustration, health informatics and other technical health positions not covered by specific codes.
Key responsibilities
- Providing specialist health support services
- Collecting, analysing and managing health data
- Supporting clinical teams with technical expertise
- Maintaining professional standards and quality assurance
- Contributing to service development and improvement
Qualifications and entry routes
Varies by role. Clinical coders require CHIA (Certified Health Informatics Australasia) or NHS coding qualifications. Health promotion officers need relevant degrees. Medical illustrators require specialist degrees.
Career outlook
Health informatics and clinical coding roles are growing rapidly. Digital health transformation is creating new career pathways.
Key skills
Common industries
- NHS trusts
- Public health agencies
- Health informatics companies
- Clinical research
- Health education
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Mid Level
£25,017
3-7 years
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£5,558
Health associate professional salary: common questions
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025). How the figures are built: salary data methodology.