Sheet Metal Technology/Sheetworking at Community College of Allegheny County in Pittsburgh, PA
Total Graduates
24
Class of 2025
Male Graduates
92%
22 of 24
Female Graduates
8%
2 of 24
Annual Tuition & Fees
$8,803
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Community College of Allegheny County programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welding Technology Certificate | 100% | 4% | 3% | $7,804 |
| Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Certificate | 100% | — | — | — |
| Ironworker Apprenticeship Certificate | 100% | — | — | — |
| Welding Technology Associate Degree | 92% | — | — | — |
In the Welding Technology Certificate program at Community College of Allegheny County, 4% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,804 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Certificate program at Community College of Allegheny County, 100% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Ironworker Apprenticeship Certificate program at Community College of Allegheny County, 100% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Welding Technology Associate Degree program at Community College of Allegheny County, 92% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$45,590
10-Year Job Growth
-12.1%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $36,472 | -12.1% | 75%
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Model Makers, Metal and Plastic
SOC: 51-4061 | $50,160 | -18.2% | 75%
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Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
SOC: 51-4062 | $43,632 | -24.4% | 0%
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| $38,904 | -8.3% | 75%
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Sheet Metal Workers
SOC: 47-2211 | $48,680 | +2.4% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$34,193
Peak Salary
$56,988
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (1)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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