Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design

CIP 10.0303 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

110

163 total including inactive

States

Across 18 states

Graduates (2024)

896

Total completions

Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 18 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Illinois and Iowa.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$53,620

Desktop Publishers

Job Growth

-12.4%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$1,465

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Desktop Publishers. In-state tuition ranges from $600 to $12,750, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 390 (43.5%)

Female: 506 (56.5%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 402 (44.9%)

Certificate: 494 (55.1%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Conventional

Realistic

Artistic

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; creative expression and innovation

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Organization
Data management
Building things
Working with hands
Creative design
Artistic expression

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

✓ Creative

✓ Imaginative

💡 Interests

● Organization

● Data management

● Building things

● Working with hands

● Creative design

● Artistic expression

⭐ Work Values

♦ Active Listening

♦ Speaking

♦ Monitoring

♦ Creativity

♦ Independence

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; creative expression and innovation?

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
• Creative individuals who value originality
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
• Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
• 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.