Community Organization and Advocacy at Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, IA
Total Graduates
23
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
4%
1 of 23
Female Graduates
96%
22 of 23
Annual Tuition & Fees
$5,550
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 Des Moines Area Community College 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human Services, AAS | 13% | 77% | 73% | $5,533 |
| Human Services, Certificate | 19% | 87% | 80% | $6,928 |
In the Human Services, AAS program at Des Moines Area Community College, 77% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 13% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,533 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Human Services, Certificate program at Des Moines Area Community College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 19% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,928 (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
$54,940
10-Year Job Growth
+4.6%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other
SOC: 21-1099 | $43,952 | +4.6% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs
SOC: 43-4061 | $41,200 | +1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Social and Community Service Managers
SOC: 11-9151 | $62,592 | +6.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$41,205
Peak Salary
$68,675
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
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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