Child Development at Minnesota West Community and Technical College in Granite Falls, MN
Total Graduates
1
Class of 2024
Annual Tuition & Fees
$6,484
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 Minnesota West 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.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood | 56% | 72% | 65% | $4,043 |
In the Early Childhood program at Minnesota West Community and Technical College, 72% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 56% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $4,043 (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
$32,050
10-Year Job Growth
-2.9%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
Showing top 5 of 10 careers| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Childcare Workers
SOC: 39-9011 | $25,640 | -2.9% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Clinical Neuropsychologists
SOC: 19-3039 | $94,064 | +4.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1192 | $61,824 | +3.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Farm and Home Management Educators
SOC: 25-9021 | $46,496 | -2.5% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Nannies
SOC: 39-9011 | $25,640 | -2.9% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$24,038
Peak Salary
$40,063
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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