Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing

CIP 23.1303 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

17

29 total including inactive

States

9

Across 9 states

Graduates (2023)

1,324

Total completions

Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 9 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Georgia, Connecticut and Minnesota.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$75,260

Editors

Job Growth

+0.6%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$2,400

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Editors. In-state tuition ranges from $1,104 to $9,872, and the work is primarily indoor with light physical demands — suited for analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 331 (25.0%)
Female: 993 (75.0%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 1,319 (99.6%)
Associate: 5 (0.4%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

A
Artistic
I
Investigative
C
Conventional

creative expression and innovation; research, analysis, and problem-solving; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Organization
  • Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Creative
Imaginative
Analytical
Curious
Organized
Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

Creative design
Artistic expression
Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Organization
Data management

Work Values

Writing
Active Listening
Instructing
Knowledge
Creativity
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy creative expression and innovation; research, analysis, and problem-solving; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

2

Do you value writing?

3

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
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • 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.

Where Can You Study Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing?

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