Agricultural Power Machinery Operation

CIP 01.0204 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

7 total including inactive

States

Across 2 states

Graduates (2023)

Total completions

Agricultural Power Machinery Operation is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 2 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Illinois and Minnesota.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$42,580

Agricultural Equipment Operators

Job Growth

+7.7%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$8,820

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Agricultural Equipment Operators. In-state tuition ranges from $4,912 to $9,072, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 49 (81.7%)

Female: 11 (18.3%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 22 (36.7%)

Certificate: 38 (63.3%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Realistic

Social

Investigative

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Building things
Working with hands
Helping others
Teaching
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

✓ Empathetic

✓ Patient

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

💡 Interests

● Building things

● Working with hands

● Helping others

● Teaching

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

⭐ Work Values

♦ Active Listening

♦ Instructing

♦ Learning Strategies

♦ Helping others

♦ Knowledge

♦ Independence

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

Do you value active listening?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
• Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
• People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who prefer working independently

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.