Computer Programming, Specific Applications

CIP 11.0202 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

112 total including inactive

States

Across 20 states

Graduates (2023)

1,101

Total completions

Computer Programming, Specific Applications is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 20 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Illinois, Georgia and Arizona.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$98,670

Computer Programmers

Job Growth

-6%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$4,502

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Computer Programmers. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $11,700, and the work is primarily indoor with heavy physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 837 (76.0%)

Female: 264 (24.0%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 920 (83.6%)

Associate: 181 (16.4%)

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

♦ Writing

♦ Speaking

♦ Knowledge

♦ Independence

♦ Accuracy

❓ 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.