Machine Shop Technology/Assistant at Gateway Community and Technical College in Florence, KY

Precision Production CERTIFICATE CIP 48.0503

Total Graduates

53

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

89%

47 of 53

Female Graduates

11%

6 of 53

Annual Tuition & Fees

$4,728

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Machine Shop Technology/Assistant.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 48.0503
Program Family Precision Production

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 53 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 89% male, 11% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Gateway Community and Technical 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.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Computerized Manufacturing and Machining24%73%60%$7,259
Basic Welding Boot Camp—67%100%$7,474

In the Computerized Manufacturing and Machining program at Gateway Community and Technical College, 73% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 24% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,259 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Basic Welding Boot Camp program at Gateway Community and Technical College, 67% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,474 (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

$49,970

10-Year Job Growth

-10.7%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 9 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$39,976-10.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
$36,152-12%
75%
primary100% confidence
$37,960-12.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$49,496-5.4%
0%
primary100% confidence
Machinists SOC: 51-4041
$44,9200%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$37,478

Peak Salary

$62,463

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (4)

● Operations Monitoring
● Operation and Control
● Monitoring
● Critical Thinking

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

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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Institution

Location Florence, KY

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $4,728
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,432
Average Net Price $8,504

Program Information

CIP Code: 48.0503
CIP Family: 48
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