Radio and Television

CIP 09.0701 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

104

134 total including inactive

States

Across 11 states

Graduates (2024)

1,862

Total completions

Radio and Television is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 11 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Illinois and Texas.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$45,680

Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

Job Growth

-5.5%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$1,288

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $11,520, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for creative individuals who value originality.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,172 (62.9%)

Female: 690 (37.1%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 1,114 (59.8%)

Certificate: 748 (40.2%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Enterprising

Artistic

Conventional

leading, influencing, and persuading others; creative expression and innovation; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Leadership roles
Sales
Creative design
Artistic expression
Organization
Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Confident

✓ Persuasive

✓ Creative

✓ Imaginative

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

● Leadership roles

● Sales

● Creative design

● Artistic expression

● Organization

● Data management

⭐ Work Values

♦ Speaking

♦ Active Listening

♦ Achievement

♦ Creativity

♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; creative expression and innovation; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

Do you value speaking?

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

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Creative individuals who value originality
• Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

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