Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification

CIP 11.0203 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

23 total including inactive

States

Across 7 states

Graduates (2023)

277

Total completions

Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 7 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Florida, Indiana and West Virginia.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$98,670

Computer Programmers

Job Growth

-6%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$5,016

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Computer Programmers. In-state tuition ranges from $2,232 to $10,380, and the work is primarily indoor with heavy physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 212 (76.5%)

Female: 65 (23.5%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 201 (72.6%)

Associate: 76 (27.4%)

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.