Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist

CIP 48.0510 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

153

201 total including inactive

States

Across 26 states

Graduates (2023)

1,731

Total completions

Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 26 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are North Carolina, Georgia and Illinois.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$49,970

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators

Job Growth

-10.7%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$3,018

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $16,249, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,568 (90.6%)

Female: 163 (9.4%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 710 (41.0%)

Certificate: 1,021 (59.0%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Conventional

Realistic

Investigative

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

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

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

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

💡 Interests

● Organization

● Data management

● Building things

● Working with hands

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

⭐ Work Values

♦ Monitoring

♦ Active Listening

♦ Speaking

♦ Knowledge

♦ Independence

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

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

Do you value monitoring?

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.