Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other

CIP 26.9999 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

15 total including inactive

States

Across 6 states

Graduates (2024)

735

Total completions

Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 6 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Oklahoma and Massachusetts.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$93,330

Bioinformatics Scientists

Job Growth

+1.2%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$1,314

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Bioinformatics Scientists. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $7,516, and the work is primarily indoor with light physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 180 (24.5%)

Female: 555 (75.5%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 457 (62.2%)

Certificate: 278 (37.8%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Investigative

Conventional

Realistic

research, analysis, and problem-solving; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Organization
Data management
Building things
Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

💡 Interests

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

● Organization

● Data management

● Building things

● Working with hands

⭐ Work Values

♦ Writing

♦ Active Listening

♦ Speaking

♦ Learning Strategies

♦ Knowledge

♦ Independence

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

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

Are you comfortable working indoor with light physical demands?

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

Do you value writing?

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
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who dislike repetitive tasks

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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.