Precision Production Trades, General

CIP 48.0000 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

10 total including inactive

States

Across 4 states

Graduates (2024)

Total completions

Precision Production Trades, General is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 4 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Pennsylvania, Nebraska and Michigan.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Tuition

$5,145

In-state annual rate

In-state tuition ranges from $1,512 to $8,100.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 31 (93.9%)

Female: 2 (6.1%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 24 (72.7%)

Associate: 9 (27.3%)

Where Can You Study Precision Production Trades, General?

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