Ironworking/Ironworker
Program Availability
Schools Offering
5
11 total including inactive
States
4
Across 4 states
Graduates (2024)
161
Total completions
Ironworking/Ironworker is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 4 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Indiana, Ohio and New Mexico.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$45,700
Foundry Mold and Coremakers
Job Growth
-25.9%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$4,767
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Foundry Mold and Coremakers. In-state tuition ranges from $1,704 to $9,072, and the work is primarily indoor with heavy 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?
Are you comfortable working indoor with heavy physical demands?
Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?
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
- • Physically active individuals
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
- • Those with physical limitations
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 Ironworking/Ironworker?
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