Certificate Graduates' Salaries

Mostly everyone is aware that having some postsecondary training can greatly improve your job prospects.

But not everybody knows that all certificate programs are not created equal. You need to be discriminatory about which program you choose if you are looking for one that will lead to a prosperous career.

Certificate Graduates’ Salaries

After graduating from your certificate program, your salary is going to depend on two factors: the location and your employer. While a medical doctor is bound to make more money than a teacher, their pay rates will vary depending on where they live and what company they work for.

However, there are certain jobs that require only a certificate that can provide a lucrative pay off across the US. These careers are typically in technology, health & medical services and skilled trades.

Highest Paying Jobs with a Certificate

1. Computer specialist, all other...$77,000
2. Radiation Therapist...$74,200
3. Nuclear Medicine Technologists...$67,900
4. Dental Hygienists...$67,400
5. Nuclear Technicians...$67,300
6. Commercial Pilots...$65,800
7. Fashion Designers...$64,300
8. Registered Nurses...$63,800
9. Diagnostic Medical Sonographers...$63,00
10. Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay...$62,300
11. Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other...$57,500
12. Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians...$57,000
13. Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers...$55,600
14. Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage...$55,400
15. Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians...$54,800
16. Funeral Directors...$54,400
17. Respiratory Therapists...$53,300
18. Geological and Petroleum Technicians...$53,200
19. Radiologic Technologists and Technicians...$53,200
20. Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians...$52,800
21. Commercial Divers...$52,500
22. Electrical and Electronics Drafters...$52,100
23. Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment...$50,700
24. Avionics Technicians...$50,600
25. Occupational Therapist Assistants...$50,300

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