CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Program Availability
Schools Offering
187
275 total including inactive
States
29
Across 29 states
Graduates (2025)
1,657
Total completions
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 29 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Illinois, Georgia and Virginia.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$64,280
Architectural and Civil Drafters
Job Growth
+4.1%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$4,902
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Architectural and Civil Drafters. In-state tuition ranges from $475 to $14,897, and the work is primarily indoor with light physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Building things
- Working with hands
- Organization
- Data management
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving?
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
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.
Where Can You Study CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician?
Click on any state to view schools offering this program.
Related Programs
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
Instrumentation Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Technology/Technician
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Automation Engineer Technology/Technician
Showing 15 of 69 related programs in this field.
From the Blog
Smart Home & Building Automation Technician Careers: A Practical Guide for 2026
Data-driven guide to smart home and building automation technician careers, covering salary ranges ($55K-$84K+), CEDIA certifications, the $30 billion U.S. professional installation market, and practical steps to break into this growing trade.
How Technology Is Changing Specific Trades in 2026
From 3D-printed homes to AI-powered diagnostics and robotic bricklayers, here's how real technology is reshaping what it means to work in the skilled trades right now.
Remote-Friendly Trade Careers in 2026 (BLS Data)
An honest, data-driven look at which skilled trades actually allow location flexibility — mobile field work, hybrid quoting and estimating, and the rare truly remote roles like CAD drafting and virtual energy auditing.
Best Apps for Trade Pros 2026: Field Service & Code Tools
The best digital tools and apps for trade professionals in 2026 — field service platforms, code reference apps, AI tools, and apps to bid faster.