Biology/Biological Sciences, General

CIP 26.0101 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

262

299 total including inactive

States

Across 32 states

Graduates (2024)

5,832

Total completions

Biology/Biological Sciences, General is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 32 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Texas and Minnesota.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$46,790

Agricultural Technicians

Job Growth

+4.3%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$2,432

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Agricultural Technicians. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $9,720, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,793 (30.7%)

Female: 4,039 (69.3%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 5,608 (96.2%)

Certificate: 224 (3.8%)

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

♦ Active Listening

♦ Speaking

♦ Writing

♦ 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?

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
• 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.