Design and Visual Communications, General

CIP 50.0401 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

125

166 total including inactive

States

Across 29 states

Graduates (2024)

1,865

Total completions

Design and Visual Communications, General is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 29 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Georgia, Virginia and Illinois.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$80,190

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Job Growth

+1.7%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$4,378

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $19,400, and the work is primarily indoor with light physical demands — suited for analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 789 (42.3%)

Female: 1,076 (57.7%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 1,065 (57.1%)

Associate: 800 (42.9%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Artistic

Investigative

Enterprising

creative expression and innovation; research, analysis, and problem-solving; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Creative design
Artistic expression
Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Leadership roles
Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Creative

✓ Imaginative

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

✓ Confident

✓ Persuasive

💡 Interests

● Creative design

● Artistic expression

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

● Leadership roles

● Sales

⭐ Work Values

♦ Speaking

♦ Instructing

♦ Active Listening

♦ Achievement

♦ Knowledge

♦ Creativity

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy creative expression and innovation; research, analysis, and problem-solving; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

Do you value speaking?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
• Creative individuals who value originality
• Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
• Those who avoid public speaking or sales

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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.