Biology/Biotechnology Technology/Technician

CIP 41.0101 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

43 total including inactive

States

Across 17 states

Graduates (2023)

221

Total completions

Biology/Biotechnology Technology/Technician is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 17 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Georgia, Maryland and New York.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$52,000

Biological Technicians

Job Growth

+3.5%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$4,057

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Biological Technicians. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $10,400, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 84 (38.0%)

Female: 137 (62.0%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 187 (84.6%)

Associate: 34 (15.4%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Realistic

Investigative

Conventional

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

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

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

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

● Building things

● Working with hands

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

● Organization

● Data management

⭐ Work Values

♦ Active Listening

♦ Writing

♦ Knowledge

♦ Independence

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

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

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.