Tool and Die Technology/Technician at Northcentral Technical College in Wausau, WI
Total Graduates
9
Class of 2025
Male Graduates
89%
8 of 9
Female Graduates
11%
1 of 9
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,889
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 Northcentral 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) | 92% | 76% | 61% | $8,665 |
| Welding | 57% | 85% | 66% | $8,503 |
| Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) | 89% | 87% | 66% | $9,517 |
| Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) | 96% | 87% | 69% | $9,864 |
| Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) | 91% | 88% | 69% | $10,446 |
| Welding Fabrication & Robotics | 65% | 81% | 67% | $9,338 |
| Machinist | 28% | 60% | 55% | $5,683 |
| Tool & Die | 88% | 95% | 68% | $18,128 |
| Machine Tool Operation | 71% | 80% | 65% | $11,143 |
| Machine Tool Technics | 80% | 85% | 72% | $11,200 |
| Basic Machining | 94% | 78% | 59% | $4,899 |
In the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) program at Northcentral Technical College, 76% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 92% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,665 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Welding program at Northcentral Technical College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 57% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,503 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) program at Northcentral Technical College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 89% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,517 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) program at Northcentral Technical College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 96% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,864 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) program at Northcentral Technical College, 88% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 91% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,446 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Welding Fabrication & Robotics program at Northcentral Technical College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 65% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,338 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Machinist program at Northcentral Technical College, 60% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 28% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,683 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Tool & Die program at Northcentral Technical College, 95% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 88% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $18,128 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Machine Tool Operation program at Northcentral Technical College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 71% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,143 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Machine Tool Technics program at Northcentral Technical College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 80% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,200 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Basic Machining program at Northcentral Technical College, 78% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 94% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $4,899 (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
$63,180
10-Year Job Growth
-10.8%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tool and Die Makers
SOC: 51-4111 | $50,544 | -10.8% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$47,385
Peak Salary
$78,975
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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