Career Opportunities for A-B Tech Graduates
This is a list of associate and diploma programs with possible career opportunites and starting salaries for each. For help in finding a program that's right for you, visit Career Development Services.
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Accounting
Career Opportunities
Accountant, Estimator, Bookkeeper I
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $25,000 – $31,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology
Career Opportunities
Maintenance Technician, Climate Control Technician, Service Technician, Systems Engineer, Refrigeration Technician, Estimator
Starting Salaries
Diploma . . . $12/hr – $14/hr
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Automotive Systems Technology
Career Opportunities
General Automotive Technician, Specialized Technician, Shop Supervisor
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $25,000
Diploma . . . $20,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Baking and Pastry Arts
Career Opportunities
Pastry/Bakery Assistant, Assistant Pastry Chef, Cake Decorator, Baker
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $19,000 – $24,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Biotechnology
Career Opportunities
Biopharmaceutical Processing, Chemical Processing, Laboratory Technician, Sales and Customer Service
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $27,000 – $30,000
Division: Arts and Sciences
Business Administration
Career Opportunities
Purchasing Agent, Sales Manager, General Supervisor, Operations Officer, Loan Officer, Office Manager
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $23,000 – $32,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Carpentry
Career Opportunities
Contractors as Carpenters or Estimators, Cabinet Shop Cabinetmakers or Installers
Starting Salaries
Diploma . . . $20,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Civil Engineering Technology
Career Opportunities
Construction Technician, Materials Testing Technician, Construction Inspector, Engineering Technician
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $13/hr – $15/hr
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (CT/MRI) Technology
Career Opportunities
Hospitals, Imaging Centers, and Physicians' Offices where CT and/or MRI is performed
Starting Salaries
Diploma . . . $40,000 – $48,000
Computer-Aided Drafting Technology
Career Opportunities
CAD Operator, Architectural Drafter, CAD Technician
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $12/hr – $14/hr
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Computer Engineering Technology
Career Opportunities
Computer and Network Service Technician, Systems Integration Technician, Automation Specialist, Integrated Manufacturing Technician, Systems Support Engineer, Controls Engineer
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $27,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Computer Information Technology
Career Opportunities
Computer Technician, Hardware Engineer, Help Desk Technician, Information Systems Manager, PC Support Specialist, Webmaster, Database Administrator (DBA)
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $28,000 – $42,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Construction Management Technology
Career Opportunities
Entry-level position in the field of Construction Management
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $36,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Cosmetology
Career Opportunities
Cosmetologist, Hair Stylist, Manicure Technician, Esthetician.
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $9/hr – $16/hr
Diploma . . . $9/hr – $16/hr
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Criminal Justice Technology
Career Opportunities
Law Enforcement, Highway Patrol, Deputy Sheriff, Private Security, Magistrate, Correctional Officer, Surveillance Officer, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Wildlife Enforcement
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $25,000 – $33,000
Culinary Arts
Career Opportunities
Saute Chef, Grill Chef, Gardemanger Chef, Soup/Sauce Chef, Kitchen Manager, Catering Banquet Manager, Dining Room Manager, Food/Beverage Manager, Purchasing Agent Steward, Equipment Purveyor
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $19,000 – $24,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Dental Assisting
Career Opportunities
V.A. Clinics, Health Departments, State Clinics, Dental Schools, Private and Group Practices
Starting Salaries
Diploma . . . $22,000 – $30,000
Dental Hygiene
Career Opportunities
Dental Offices, Education, Local, State, and Federal Government Agencies, Private Industry
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $33,000 – $40,000
Digital Media Technology
Career Opportunities
Graphic Artist/Designer, Multimedia Specialist, Web Content Specialist, Digital Media Specialist, Interface Designer, and many new jobs yet to be defined in this expanding field.
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $28,000 – $42,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Early Childhood Associate
Career Opportunities
Child Care Worker, Child Care Assistant, Child Care Director, Preschool Director
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $14,000 – $20,000
Early Childhood/Teacher Associate
Career Opportunities
Public Schools, Private Schools, Child Development Programs, Headstart, School Age Programs
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $18,000 – $24,000
Electrical/Electronics Technology
Career Opportunities
Industrial Maintenance Technician, Industrial Electrician, Facilities Technician, Electrical License Apprentice
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $32,000
Diploma . . . $24,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Electronics Engineering Technology
Career Opportunities
Electronics Engineering Technician, Electronics Maintenance Technician, Control Systems Technician
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $30,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Emergency Medical Science
Career Opportunities
Emergency Medical Services, Hospitals, Urgent Care Clinics, Physicians’ Offices, Private Ambulance Companies
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $28,000 – $40,000
Entrepreneurship
Career Opportunities
Business Owner, Consultant, Capital Investor
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Fire Protection Technology
Career Opportunities
Municipal Fire Departments, Government Agencies, Industrial Firms, Insurance Rating Organizations, Educational Organizations
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $22,000 – $30,000
Division: Allied Health and Public Service Education
Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology
Career Opportunities
Diesel Mechanic, Fuel Injection Service Repairer, Heavy Tractor Mechanic Help
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $25,000
Diploma . . . $20,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Hotel and Restaurant Management
Career Opportunities
Catering Manager, Management Trainee, Restaurant Manager, Director of Food Services, Reservations Manager, Front Office Manager, Country Club Manager, Food/Beverage Manager
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $19,000 – $24,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Human Resources Management
Career Opportunities
HR Technician, HR Specialist, HR Manager, Payroll Officer, Benefits Administrator, Team Leadership Training and Development Facilitator, General Supervisor
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $20,000 – $30,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Human Services Technology/Social Services
Career Opportunities
Case Aide, Social Services, Social Work Aide
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $19,000 – $26,000
Industrial Systems Technology
Career Opportunities
Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, Facilities Management Technician
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $28,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Information Systems Security
Career Opportunities
Database Security Analyst, Information Security Analyst, Assistant, Specialist, Support Specialist or Technician, Network Security Specialist or Technician
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $28,000 – $42,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Machining Technology
Career Opportunities
Manufacturing Machinist, Machine or CNC Set-Up Operator, Quality Control Technician
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $12/hr – $14/hr
Diploma . . . $12/hr – $14/hr
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Marketing and Retailing
Career Opportunities
Assistant Manager, Department Manager, Sales Representative, Salesperson, Retail Buyer
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $25,000 – $32,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Career Opportunities
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Control Technician, Mechanical Designer, Maintenance Engineering Technician
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $30,000
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Medical Assisting
Career Opportunities
Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Health Maintenance Organizations
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $19,000 – $27,000
Medical Laboratory Technology
Career Opportunities
Hospitals, Emergency Care Clinics, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, General Clinics
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $25,000 – $33,000
Medical Office Administration
Career Opportunities
Medical and Dental Offices, Hospitals, Insurance Companies
Starting Salaries
Diploma . . . $24,000 – $27,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Medical Sonography
Career Opportunities
Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Imaging Centers, Mobile/Traveling Services
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $40,000 – $48,000
Medical Transcription
Career Opportunities
Medical Offices, Critical Care Facilities, Transportation Service Providers
Starting Salaries
Diploma . . . $25,000 – $28,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Networking Technology
Career Opportunities
Network Manager, Operator, Analyst, or Technician
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $28,000 – $42,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Associate Degree Nursing
Career Opportunities
Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Clinics, Physicians’ Offices, Industry, Community, Health Agencies
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $39,000 – $48,000
Practical Nursing
Career Opportunities
Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Physicians’ Offices, Industry, Community Health Agencies
Starting Salaries
Diploma . . . $24,000 – $32,000
Division: Allied Health and Public Service Education
Office Systems Technology
Career Opportunities
Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Word Processor, Information Processing Specialist, Administrative Support
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $25,000 – $27,000
Diploma . . . $22,000 – $25,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Radiography
Career Opportunities
Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Emergency Care Clinics, Industry, Imaging Centers
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $35,000 – $42,000
Real Estate Appraisal
Career Opportunities
Appraiser Trainee, with required experience: Certified Appraiser (Residential), General Appraiser (Commercial), Right-of-Way Procurement
Starting Salaries
Certificate . . . $25,000 – $40,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Resort and Spa Management
Career Opportunities
Management positions in the Resort and Spa Industry including member/guest services, spa assistant directors, spa managers, spa attendant supervisors, spa sales managers, assistant clubhouse managers.
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $20,000 – $35,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Surgical Technology
Career Opportunities
Hospitals, Surgery Centers, Physicians’ Offices, Organ Harvest Organizations
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $26,000 – $31,000
Diploma . . . $26,000 – $31,000
Surveying Technology
Career Opportunities
Construction Layout Technician, Land Surveyor, Mapper
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $13/hr – $15/hr
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
Therapeutic Massage
Career Opportunities
Massage Therapist in medical facilities, health clubs, spas, and private practice
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $21,098 – $26,000
Diploma . . . $21,098 – $26,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Veterinary Medical Technology
Career Opportunities
Veterinary Clinics, Diagnostic Labs, Research Labs, Zoos, Animal Care Facilities
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $18,000 – $24,000
Division: Allied Health and Public Service Education
Web Technologies
Career Opportunities
Web Designer, Web Administrator, Web Developer, Webmaster, Web Database Programmer/Developer
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $28,000 – $42,000
Division: Business and Hospitality Education
Welding Technology
Career Opportunities
Arc Welder, Arc Welder-Machine Operator, Gas Welder-Machine Operator, Combination Welder, Pipe Welder
Starting Salaries
A.A.S. Degree . . . $12/hr – $14/hr
Diploma . . . $12/hr – $14/hr
Division: Engineering and Applied Technology
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