Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology/Technician at South Central College in North Mankato, MN

Agriculture & Natural Resources ASSOCIATE CIP 01.0205

Total Graduates

2

Class of 2024

Annual Tuition & Fees

$6,146

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology/Technician.
Degree Level ASSOCIATE
CIP Code 01.0205
Program Family Agriculture & Natural Resources

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 2 graduates
Award Year 2024

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for South Central 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
Agribusiness Service Technician62%90%88%$12,419
Agribusiness Technician62%90%88%$12,419
Agribusiness Technician's Aide62%90%88%$12,419
Ag Chemical Applicator Technician30%70%70%$10,595

In the Agribusiness Service Technician program at South Central College, 90% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 62% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,419 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Agribusiness Technician program at South Central College, 90% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 62% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,419 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Agribusiness Technician's Aide program at South Central College, 90% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 62% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,419 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Ag Chemical Applicator Technician program at South Central College, 70% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 30% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,595 (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

$78,680

10-Year Job Growth

+4%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$62,944+4%
75%
primary100% confidence
$41,664+11%
75%
primary100% confidence
$51,184+5.8%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$59,010

Peak Salary

$98,350

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Equipment Maintenance
Repairing
Troubleshooting
Operations Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Quality Control Analysis
Operation and Control
Monitoring

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 North Mankato, MN

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $6,146
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,146
Average Net Price $9,300

Program Information

CIP Code: 01.0205
CIP Family: 01
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