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51.0000 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+)

Instructional programs that prepare individuals to practice as licensed professionals and assistants in the health care professions and related clinical sciences and administrative and support services.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.0601 Dental Assisting/Assistant. (Cert<1y)

A program that prepares individuals to provide patient care, take dental radiographs (x-ray photographs), prepare patients and equipment for dental procedures, and discharge office administrative functions under the supervision of dentists and dental hygienists. Includes instruction in medical record-keeping, general office duties, reception and patient intake, scheduling, equipment maintenance and sterilization, basic radiography, pre- and post-operative patient care and instruction, chairside assisting, taking tooth and mouth impressions, and supervised practice.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
31-9091	Dental Assistants	$48,860	$43,810	-$5,050 (-10.3%)

51.0602 Dental Hygiene/Hygienist. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to clean teeth and apply preventive materials, provide oral health education and treatment counseling to patients, identify oral pathologies and injuries, and manage dental hygiene practices. Includes instruction in dental anatomy, microbiology, and pathology; dental hygiene theory and techniques; cleaning equipment operation and maintenance; dental materials; radiology; patient education and counseling; office management; supervised clinical training; and professional standards.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-1292	Dental Hygienists	$93,890	$80,440	-$13,450 (-14.3%)

51.0701 Health/Health Care Administration/Management. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert, Spec)

A program that prepares individuals to develop, plan, and manage health care operations and services within health care facilities and across health care systems. Includes instruction in planning, business management, financial management, public relations, human resources management, health care systems operation and management, health care resource allocation and policy making, health law and regulations, and applications to specific types of health care services.

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11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$101,390	-$36,340 (-26.4%)

51.0801 Medical/Clinical Assistant. (Cert<1y, Cert<2y, AltPostBac)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to provide medical office administrative services and perform clinical duties including patient intake and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, pre-examination and examination assistance, and the administration of medications and first aid. Includes instruction in basic anatomy and physiology; medical terminology; medical law and ethics; patient psychology and communications; medical office procedures; and clinical diagnostic, examination, testing, and treatment procedures.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
31-9092	Medical Assistants	$44,720	$36,860	-$7,860 (-17.6%)

51.0803 Occupational Therapist Assistant. (Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of occupational therapists, to direct patient participation in skill-enhancing, learning, and motivational tasks; correct or diminish pathologies; and to provide direct health education and promotion services. Includes instruction in human life span development, occupational therapy principles and practice skills, treatment planning and implementation, record-keeping and documentation, patient education and intervention, activity and program direction, and assistive services management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
31-2011	Occupational Therapy Assistants	$68,540	$64,500	-$4,040 (-5.9%)

51.0805 Pharmacy Technician/Assistant. (Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of pharmacists, to prepare medications, provide medications and related assistance to patients, and manage pharmacy clinical and business operations. Includes instruction in medical and pharmaceutical terminology, principles of pharmacology and pharmaceutics, drug identification, pharmacy laboratory procedures, prescription interpretation, patient communication and education, safety procedures, record-keeping, measurement and testing techniques, pharmacy business operations, prescription preparation, logistics and dispensing operations, and applicable standards and regulations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-2052	Pharmacy Technicians	$44,800	$37,550	-$7,250 (-16.2%)

51.0806 Physical Therapy Assistant. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to implement physical therapy treatment care plans, train patients, conduct treatment interventions, use equipment, and observe and record patient progress. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, behavioral sciences, biomechanics, clinical documentation, clinical pathology, communication, exercise physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience, and professional standards and ethics.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
31-2021	Physical Therapist Assistants	$67,160	$63,260	-$3,900 (-5.8%)

51.0905 Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist. (Cert<1y, Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to employ radioactive and stable nuclides in diagnostic evaluations and therapeutic applications while monitoring for patient health and safety. Includes instruction in nuclear physics, health physics, instrumentation and statistics, biochemistry, immunology, radiopharmacology, radiation biology, clinical nuclear medicine, radionuclide therapy, computer applications, safety regulations, equipment operation, quality control, laboratory procedures, taking patient histories, patient evaluation and monitoring, emergency first aid, administration and record-keeping, and personnel supervision.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-2033	Nuclear Medicine Technologists	$99,690	$88,410	-$11,280 (-11.3%)

51.0909 Surgical Technology/Technologist. (Cert<1y, Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians and surgical nurses, to maintain, monitor, and enforce the sterile field and adherence to aseptic technique by preoperative, surgical team, and postoperative personnel. Includes instruction in instrument and equipment sterilization and handling, surgical supplies management, wound exposure and closure, surgical computer and robot operation and monitoring, maintenance of hemostasis, and patient and team scrubbing.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-2055	Surgical Technologists	$65,810	$51,440	-$14,370 (-21.8%)
29-9093	Surgical Assistants	$67,190	$49,640	-$17,550 (-26.1%)

51.0910 Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to utilize medical ultrasound techniques to gather sonographic data used to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases. Includes instruction in obtaining, reviewing, and integrating patient histories and data; patient instruction and care; anatomic, physiologic and pathologic data recording; sonographic data processing; sonography equipment operation; and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-2032	Diagnostic Medical Sonographers	$92,550	$75,930	-$16,620 (-18%)

51.0911 Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+, AltPostMSc)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to provide medical imaging services to patients and attending health care professionals. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, patient positioning, radiographic technique, radiation biology, safety and emergency procedures, equipment operation and maintenance, quality assurance, patient education, and medical imaging/radiologic services management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-2034	Radiologic Technologists and Technicians	$79,760	$60,470	-$19,290 (-24.2%)

51.0912 Physician Associate/Assistant. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to practice medicine, including diagnoses and treatment therapies, under the supervision of a physician. Includes instruction in the basic medical and clinical sciences and specialized preparation in fields such as family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology, general surgery, psychiatry, and behavioral medicine; the delivery of health care services to homebound patients, rural populations, and underserved populations; and community health services.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-1071	Physician Assistants	$136,900	$124,170	-$12,730 (-9.3%)

51.0920 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician. (Cert2y+, AltPostMSc)

A program that prepares individuals who are AART-certified radiological technicians to utilize MRI technology to obtain still and moving images of various vascular structures in the human body that aid the physician in the diagnosis or treatment of disease and injury. Includes instruction in MRI imaging, sectional anatomy and pathology, MRI technology, MRI techniques and procedures, MRI physics, and clinical training.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-2035	Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists	$91,020	$73,300	-$17,720 (-19.5%)

51.1004 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of clinical laboratory scientists/medical technologists, to perform routine medical laboratory procedures and tests and to apply preset strategies to record and analyze data. Includes instruction in general laboratory procedures and skills; laboratory mathematics; medical computer applications; interpersonal and communications skills; and the basic principles of hematology, medical microbiology, immunohematology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-2012	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1102 Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies. (Cert2y+, BSc)

A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in medicine, osteopathic medicine, or podiatric medicine.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1103 Pre-Pharmacy Studies. (Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in pharmacy.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1105 Pre-Nursing Studies. (Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in Nursing.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1109 Pre-Physical Therapy Studies. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in physical therapy.

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99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.1199 Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other. (Cert<1y)

Any instructional program in health and medical professional preparation not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

51.2001 Pharmacy. (Spec)

A program that prepares individuals for the independent or employed practice of preparing and dispensing drugs and medications in consultation with prescribing physicians and other health care professionals, and for managing pharmacy practices and counseling patients. Includes instruction in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacognosy, pharmacy practice, pharmacy administration, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$101,390	-$36,340 (-26.4%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-1051	Pharmacists	$137,210	$116,340	-$20,870 (-15.2%)

51.2010 Pharmaceutical Sciences. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the basic sciences that underlie drugs and drug therapy and that prepares individuals for further study and/or careers in pharmaceutical science and research, pharmaceutical administration and sales, biotechnology, drug manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and related fields. Includes instruction in mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, statistics, pharmaceutics, pharmacology and toxicology, dosage formulation, manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
19-1042	Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$112,690	$109,480	-$3,210 (-2.8%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)

51.2201 Public Health, General. (PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and evaluate public health care services; to function as public health professionals in public agencies, the private sector, and other settings; and to provide leadership in the field of public health. Includes instruction in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health principles, preventive medicine, health policy and regulations, health care services and related administrative functions, public health law enforcement, health economics and budgeting, public communications, and professional standards and ethics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$101,390	-$36,340 (-26.4%)
21-1091	Health Education Specialists	$71,700	$63,300	-$8,400 (-11.7%)
21-1094	Community Health Workers	$55,970	$45,040	-$10,930 (-19.5%)
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)

51.2308 Physical Therapy/Therapist. (Spec)

A program that prepares individuals to evaluate, examine, diagnose, and alleviate physical functional impairments and limitations caused by injury or disease through the design and implementation of therapeutic interventions to promote fitness and health. Includes instruction in anatomy, behavioral sciences, biology, biomechanics, biophysical agents, care plan development and documentation, cellular histology, clinical evaluation and measurement, clinical reasoning, communication, exercise physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience, pharmacology, pathology, physiology, professional standards and ethics, rehabilitation psychology, and therapeutic exercise.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1071	Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$137,900	$108,170	-$29,730 (-21.6%)
29-1123	Physical Therapists	$102,400	$106,820	+$4,420 (+4.3%)

51.3801 Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, infirmed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, Referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$79,650	-$7,440 (-8.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$72,090	-$26,340 (-26.8%)

51.3805 Family Practice Nurse/Nursing. (PostBacCert, MSc)

A program that prepares registered nurses to provide independent general care for family groups and individuals in the context of family living. Includes instruction in family theory and intervention, role synthesis, family primary care, nursing practice and health care policy, holistic practice, pediatric practice, gerontological practice, health assessment, clinical pharmacotherapeutics, clinical techniques, and pathopsychology.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$79,650	-$7,440 (-8.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$72,090	-$26,340 (-26.8%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$107,880	-$24,120 (-18.3%)

51.3818 Nursing Practice. (Spec)

A practice-focused program that prepares registered nurses for increasingly complex evidence-based nursing practice, including translating research into practice, evaluating evidence, applying research in decision-making, and implementing viable clinical innovations to change practice. Includes instruction in healthcare delivery systems, health economics and finance, health policy, research methods, translating evidence into practice, concepts in population health, and nursing leadership.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9111	Medical and Health Services Managers	$137,730	$101,390	-$36,340 (-26.4%)
25-1072	Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary	$87,090	$79,650	-$7,440 (-8.5%)
29-1141	Registered Nurses	$98,430	$72,090	-$26,340 (-26.8%)
29-1171	Nurse Practitioners	$132,000	$107,880	-$24,120 (-18.3%)

51.3901 Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. (Cert<1y)

A program that prepares individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician or dentist. Includes instruction in taking patient vital signs, applying sterile dressings, patient health education, and assistance with examinations and treatment.

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29-2061	Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses	$64,150	$51,690	-$12,460 (-19.4%)

51.3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide. (AltPostBac)

A program that prepares individuals to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities, under the training and supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

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31-1131	Nursing Assistants	$41,270	$34,940	-$6,330 (-15.3%)

52.0101 Business/Commerce, General. (Cert<1y, Cert<2y)

A program that focuses on the general study of business, including the processes of interchanging goods and services (buying, selling and producing), business organization, and accounting as used in profit-making and nonprofit public and private institutions and agencies. The programs may prepare individuals to apply business principles and techniques in various occupational settings.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$150,210	-$112,720 (-42.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$105,080	-$28,040 (-21.1%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$115,760	-$45,170 (-28.1%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$109,390	-$16,640 (-13.2%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$93,090	-$21,430 (-18.7%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$113,110	-$16,070 (-12.4%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$86,960	-$29,050 (-25%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$111,510	-$8,150 (-6.8%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$67,950	-$19,110 (-22%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$85,010	-$1,090 (-1.3%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$43,990	-$26,630 (-37.7%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$72,910	-$76,980 (-51.4%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$69,260	-$13,900 (-16.7%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$90,480	-$17,620 (-16.3%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$101,670	-$13,040 (-11.4%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.0201 Business Administration and Management, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert, MSc, Spec)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$150,210	-$112,720 (-42.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$105,080	-$28,040 (-21.1%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$115,760	-$45,170 (-28.1%)
11-3012	Administrative Services Managers	$126,030	$109,390	-$16,640 (-13.2%)
11-3013	Facilities Managers	$114,520	$93,090	-$21,430 (-18.7%)
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$113,110	-$16,070 (-12.4%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$86,960	-$29,050 (-25%)
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$132,060	-$24,170 (-15.5%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$110,430	-$50,050 (-31.2%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$139,650	-$940 (-0.7%)
11-9021	Construction Managers	$119,660	$111,510	-$8,150 (-6.8%)
11-9072	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$87,060	$67,950	-$19,110 (-22%)
11-9151	Social and Community Service Managers	$86,100	$85,010	-$1,090 (-1.3%)
11-9179	Personal Service Managers, All Other	$70,620	$43,990	-$26,630 (-37.7%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$72,910	-$76,980 (-51.4%)
13-1051	Cost Estimators	$83,160	$69,260	-$13,900 (-16.7%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$63,190	-$16,540 (-20.7%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$79,340	-$8,260 (-9.4%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$90,480	-$17,620 (-16.3%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$101,670	-$13,040 (-11.4%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$70,340	-$12,580 (-15.2%)
13-1199	Business Operations Specialists, All Other	$92,380	$80,770	-$11,610 (-12.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.0203 Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to manage and coordinate all logistical functions in an enterprise, ranging from acquisitions to receiving and handling, through internal allocation of resources to operations units, to the handling and delivery of output. Includes instruction in acquisitions and purchasing, inventory control, storage and handling, just-in-time manufacturing, logistics planning, shipping and delivery management, transportation, quality control, resource estimation and allocation, and budgeting.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3051	Industrial Production Managers	$129,180	$113,110	-$16,070 (-12.4%)
11-3071	Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers	$116,010	$86,960	-$29,050 (-25%)
13-1081	Logisticians	$87,600	$79,340	-$8,260 (-9.4%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.0211 Project Management. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply quantitative and qualitative knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to manage projects in a wide range of fields and occupations. Includes instruction in project planning, risk management, cost and time management, contracts and procurement, accounting, statistics, decision making, and human resources.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$72,910	-$76,980 (-51.4%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$90,480	-$17,620 (-16.3%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.0213 Organizational Leadership. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on leadership skills that can be applied to a business, government, non-profit, or educational setting. Includes instruction in organizational planning, dynamics of leadership, finance, team building, conflict resolution and mediation, communication and other management skills.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$122,600	-$14,690 (-10.7%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$110,430	-$50,050 (-31.2%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$139,650	-$940 (-0.7%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$72,910	-$76,980 (-51.4%)
13-1111	Management Analysts	$114,710	$101,670	-$13,040 (-11.4%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.0301 Accounting. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$72,250	-$21,270 (-22.7%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$87,890	-$6,030 (-6.4%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$83,730	-$14,310 (-14.6%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$94,010	-$25,920 (-21.6%)
13-2061	Financial Examiners	$103,650	$97,660	-$5,990 (-5.8%)
13-2081	Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents	$67,570	$76,940	+$9,370 (+13.9%)
13-2082	Tax Preparers	$58,860	$50,940	-$7,920 (-13.5%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.0302 Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. (Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals to provide technical administrative support to professional accountants and other financial management personnel. Includes instruction in posting transactions to accounts, record-keeping systems, accounting software operation, and general accounting principles and practices.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
13-2082	Tax Preparers	$58,860	$50,940	-$7,920 (-13.5%)
43-3031	Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks	$52,020	$44,510	-$7,510 (-14.4%)
43-3051	Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks	$56,870	$47,710	-$9,160 (-16.1%)
43-4011	Brokerage Clerks	$67,680	$65,710	-$1,970 (-2.9%)
43-9111	Statistical Assistants	$55,470	$49,780	-$5,690 (-10.3%)

52.0305 Accounting and Business/Management. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

An integrated or combined program in accounting and business administration/management that prepares individuals to function as accountants and business managers.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$132,070	-$48,400 (-26.8%)
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$72,250	-$21,270 (-22.7%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$87,420	-$29,070 (-25%)
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$94,010	-$25,920 (-21.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.0701 Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies. (Cert2y+)

A program that generally prepares individuals to perform development, marketing and management functions associated with owning and operating a business.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$150,210	-$112,720 (-42.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$105,080	-$28,040 (-21.1%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$72,910	-$76,980 (-51.4%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.0801 Finance, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-1011	Chief Executives	$262,930	$150,210	-$112,720 (-42.9%)
11-1021	General and Operations Managers	$133,120	$105,080	-$28,040 (-21.1%)
11-3031	Financial Managers	$180,470	$132,070	-$48,400 (-26.8%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$70,340	-$12,580 (-15.2%)
13-2022	Appraisers of Personal and Business Property	N/A	N/A	N/A
13-2031	Budget Analysts	$93,920	$87,890	-$6,030 (-6.4%)
13-2041	Credit Analysts	$98,040	$83,730	-$14,310 (-14.6%)
13-2051	Financial and Investment Analysts	$116,490	$87,420	-$29,070 (-25%)
13-2052	Personal Financial Advisors	$160,210	N/A	N/A
13-2054	Financial Risk Specialists	$119,930	$94,010	-$25,920 (-21.6%)
13-2072	Loan Officers	$86,020	$73,580	-$12,440 (-14.5%)
13-2099	Financial Specialists, All Other	$93,890	$74,290	-$19,600 (-20.9%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

52.1001 Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General. (Cert2y+)

A program that generally prepares individuals to manage the development of human capital in organizations, and to provide related services to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in personnel and organization policy, human resource dynamics and flows, labor relations, sex roles, civil rights, human resources law and regulations, motivation and compensation systems, work systems, career management, employee testing and assessment, recruitment and selection, managing employee and job training programs, and the management of human resources programs and operations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3111	Compensation and Benefits Managers	$156,230	$132,060	-$24,170 (-15.5%)
11-3121	Human Resources Managers	$160,480	$110,430	-$50,050 (-31.2%)
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$139,650	-$940 (-0.7%)
13-1041	Compliance Officers	$84,980	$62,430	-$22,550 (-26.5%)
13-1071	Human Resources Specialists	$79,730	$63,190	-$16,540 (-20.7%)
13-1075	Labor Relations Specialists	$97,130	$82,580	-$14,550 (-15%)
13-1141	Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists	$82,920	$70,340	-$12,580 (-15.2%)
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$60,670	-$13,090 (-17.7%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)
43-4161	Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping	$50,950	$43,840	-$7,110 (-14%)

52.1302 Business Statistics. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the application of mathematical statistics to the description, analysis, and forecasting of business data. Includes instruction in statistical theory and methods, computer applications, data analysis and display, long- and short-term forecasting methods, and market performance analysis.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$95,750	-$16,580 (-14.8%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$123,580	-$1,010 (-0.8%)
19-3022	Survey Researchers	$73,470	$57,270	-$16,200 (-22%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)
25-1022	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$92,880	$61,420	-$31,460 (-33.9%)

52.1401 Marketing/Marketing Management, General. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that generally prepares individuals to undertake and manage the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Includes instruction in buyer behavior and dynamics, principle of marketing research, demand analysis, cost-volume and profit relationships, pricing theory, marketing campaign and strategic planning, market segments, advertising methods, sales operations and management, consumer relations, retailing, and applications to specific products and markets.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-2011	Advertising and Promotions Managers	$149,270	$93,150	-$56,120 (-37.6%)
11-2021	Marketing Managers	$171,520	$128,170	-$43,350 (-25.3%)
11-2022	Sales Managers	$160,930	$115,760	-$45,170 (-28.1%)
11-2033	Fundraising Managers	$137,290	$122,600	-$14,690 (-10.7%)
13-1131	Fundraisers	$73,130	$50,980	-$22,150 (-30.3%)
13-1161	Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists	$86,480	$60,860	-$25,620 (-29.6%)
25-1011	Business Teachers, Postsecondary	$113,840	$108,000	-$5,840 (-5.1%)

11.0102 Artificial Intelligence. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the symbolic inference, representation, and simulation by computers and software of human learning and reasoning processes and capabilities, and the computer modeling of human motor control and motion. Includes instruction in computing theory, cybernetics, human factors, natural language processing, and applicable aspects of engineering, technology, and specific end-use applications.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$103,690	-$48,620 (-31.9%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$108,890	-$35,680 (-24.7%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$123,580	-$1,010 (-0.8%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$106,330	+$500 (+0.5%)

11.0103 Information Technology. (Cert<1y, Cert<2y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the design of technological information systems, including computing systems, as solutions to business and research data and communications support needs. Includes instruction in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, application testing, and human interface design.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$127,020	-$60,970 (-32.4%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$80,890	-$31,070 (-27.8%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$90,780	-$36,950 (-28.9%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$103,690	-$48,620 (-31.9%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$108,200	-$27,690 (-20.4%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$135,470	-$7,150 (-5%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$108,890	-$35,680 (-24.7%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$74,660	-$35,600 (-32.3%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$123,580	-$1,010 (-0.8%)

11.0201 Computer Programming/Programmer, General. (Cert<1y, Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the general writing and implementation of generic and customized programs to drive operating systems and that generally prepares individuals to apply the methods and procedures of software design and programming to software installation and maintenance. Includes instruction in software design, low- and high-level languages and program writing; program customization and linking; prototype testing; troubleshooting; and related aspects of operating systems and networks.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$85,790	+$6,180 (+7.8%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$97,710	-$5,930 (-5.7%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$108,890	-$35,680 (-24.7%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$74,660	-$35,600 (-32.3%)
15-1254	Web Developers	$98,790	$87,880	-$10,910 (-11%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$47,170	-$64,280 (-57.7%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$106,330	+$500 (+0.5%)

11.0701 Computer Science. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on computer theory, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, computer development and programming, and applications to a variety of end-use situations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$127,020	-$60,970 (-32.4%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$90,780	-$36,950 (-28.9%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$103,690	-$48,620 (-31.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$85,790	+$6,180 (+7.8%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$135,470	-$7,150 (-5%)
15-1251	Computer Programmers	$103,640	$97,710	-$5,930 (-5.7%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$108,890	-$35,680 (-24.7%)
15-1253	Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers	$110,260	$74,660	-$35,600 (-32.3%)
15-1254	Web Developers	$98,790	$87,880	-$10,910 (-11%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$47,170	-$64,280 (-57.7%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$64,230	-$52,470 (-45%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$123,580	-$1,010 (-0.8%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$106,330	+$500 (+0.5%)

11.0801 Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to apply HTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, graphics applications, and other authoring tools to the design, editing, and publishing (launching) of documents, images, graphics, sound, and multimedia products on the World Wide Web. Includes instruction in Internet theory, web page standards and policies, elements of web page design, user interfaces, vector tools, special effects, interactive and multimedia components, search engines, navigation, morphing, e-commerce tools, and emerging web technologies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
15-1254	Web Developers	$98,790	$87,880	-$10,910 (-11%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$47,170	-$64,280 (-57.7%)
25-1194	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$68,710	$59,920	-$8,790 (-12.8%)
27-1014	Special Effects Artists and Animators	$110,110	$93,120	-$16,990 (-15.4%)
27-1024	Graphic Designers	$68,610	$54,080	-$14,530 (-21.2%)

11.0901 Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers, peripherals, and associated software to maximize efficiency and productivity, and that prepares individuals to function as network specialists and managers at various levels. Includes instruction in operating systems and applications; systems design and analysis; networking theory and solutions; types of networks; network management and control; network and flow optimization; security; configuring; and troubleshooting.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$127,020	-$60,970 (-32.4%)
15-1211	Computer Systems Analysts	$111,960	$80,890	-$31,070 (-27.8%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$90,780	-$36,950 (-28.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$85,790	+$6,180 (+7.8%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$108,200	-$27,690 (-20.4%)
25-1021	Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$105,830	$106,330	+$500 (+0.5%)

11.1001 Network and System Administration/Administrator. (Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals to manage the computer operations and control the system configurations emanating from a specific site or network hub. Includes instruction in computer hardware and software and applications; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) networking; principles of information systems security; disk space and traffic load monitoring; data backup; resource allocation; and setup and takedown procedures.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$127,020	-$60,970 (-32.4%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$90,780	-$36,950 (-28.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$85,790	+$6,180 (+7.8%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$108,200	-$27,690 (-20.4%)
15-1244	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$101,190	$96,510	-$4,680 (-4.6%)

11.1003 Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation, auditing, and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system auditing and design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$127,020	-$60,970 (-32.4%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$90,780	-$36,950 (-28.9%)
15-1231	Computer Network Support Specialists	$79,610	$85,790	+$6,180 (+7.8%)
15-1241	Computer Network Architects	$135,890	$108,200	-$27,690 (-20.4%)
15-1242	Database Administrators	$107,440	$109,520	+$2,080 (+1.9%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$135,470	-$7,150 (-5%)
15-1244	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	$101,190	$96,510	-$4,680 (-4.6%)

11.1004 Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster. (Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to develop and maintain web servers and the hosted web pages at one or a group of web sites, and to function as designated webmasters. Includes instruction in computer systems and networks, server installation and maintenance, web page design and editing, information resources management, web policy and procedures, Internet applications of information systems security, user interfacing and usability research, and relevant management and communications skills.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
15-1254	Web Developers	$98,790	$87,880	-$10,910 (-11%)
15-1255	Web and Digital Interface Designers	$111,450	$47,170	-$64,280 (-57.7%)

11.1005 Information Technology Project Management. (PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to design, develop, and manage information technology projects in a variety of companies and organizations. Includes instruction in principles of project management, risk management, procurement and contract management, information security management, software management, organizational principles and behavior, communications, quality assurance, financial analysis, leadership, and team effectiveness.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$127,020	-$60,970 (-32.4%)
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$72,910	-$76,980 (-51.4%)
13-1082	Project Management Specialists	$108,100	$90,480	-$17,620 (-16.3%)
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$90,780	-$36,950 (-28.9%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$64,230	-$52,470 (-45%)

11.1099 Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other. (Cert2y+)

Any instructional program in computer/information technology services administration and management not listed above.

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SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
99-9999	NO MATCH	N/A	N/A	N/A

13.0301 Curriculum and Instruction. (PostBacCert)

A program that focuses on the curriculum and related instructional processes and tools, and that may prepare individuals to serve as professional curriculum specialists. Includes instruction in curriculum theory, curriculum design and planning, instructional material design and evaluation, curriculum evaluation, and applications to specific subject matter, programs or educational levels.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$64,190	-$14,310 (-18.2%)
25-9031	Instructional Coordinators	$77,600	$65,760	-$11,840 (-15.3%)

13.0401 Educational Leadership and Administration, General. (BSc)

A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$51,830	-$10,810 (-17.3%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$86,220	-$27,140 (-23.9%)
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$87,400	-$37,050 (-29.8%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$112,590	+$13,130 (+13.2%)

13.0403 Adult and Continuing Education Administration. (MSc, Spec)

A program that focuses on the principles and techniques of administering programs and facilities designed to serve the basic education needs of undereducated adults, or the continuing education needs of adults seeking further or specialized instruction, and that prepares individuals to serve as administrators of such programs. Includes instruction in adult education principles, program and facilities planning, personnel management, community and client relations, budgeting and administration, professional standards, and applicable laws and policies.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3131	Training and Development Managers	$140,590	$139,650	-$940 (-0.7%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$112,590	+$13,130 (+13.2%)

13.0404 Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision. (PostBacCert, MSc, Spec)

A program that prepares individuals to supervise instructional and support personnel at the school building, facility or staff level. Includes instruction in the principles of staffing and organization, the supervision of learning activities, personnel relations, administrative duties related to departmental or unit management, and specific applications to various educational settings and curricula.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9031	Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare	$62,640	$51,830	-$10,810 (-17.3%)
11-9032	Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$113,360	$86,220	-$27,140 (-23.9%)
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$87,400	-$37,050 (-29.8%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$112,590	+$13,130 (+13.2%)

13.0406 Higher Education/Higher Education Administration. (BSc, Spec)

A program that focuses on the principles and practice of administration in four-year colleges, universities and higher education systems, the study of higher education as an object of applied research, and which may prepare individuals to function as administrators in such settings. Includes instruction in higher education economics and finance; policy and planning studies; curriculum; faculty and labor relations; higher education law; college student services; research on higher education; institutional research; marketing and promotion; and issues of evaluation, accountability and philosophy.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9033	Education Administrators, Postsecondary	$124,450	$87,400	-$37,050 (-29.8%)
11-9039	Education Administrators, All Other	$99,460	$112,590	+$13,130 (+13.2%)

13.0501 Educational/Instructional Technology. (BSc, PostBacCert, Spec)

A program that focuses on integrating technology into educational curricula. Includes instruction in foundations of educational technology, computer applications, utilizing technology for assessment, multimedia instruction, web-based instruction, distance education, and designing and producing educational software and materials.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
13-1151	Training and Development Specialists	$73,760	$60,670	-$13,090 (-17.7%)
25-4022	Librarians and Media Collections Specialists	$69,180	$53,770	-$15,410 (-22.3%)
25-9031	Instructional Coordinators	$77,600	$65,760	-$11,840 (-15.3%)

13.1202 Elementary Education and Teaching. (Cert2y+, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1081	Education Teachers, Postsecondary	$78,500	$64,190	-$14,310 (-18.2%)
25-2021	Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education	$69,790	$55,390	-$14,400 (-20.6%)

13.1501 Teacher Assistant/Aide. (Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals to assist a teacher in regular classroom settings or in providing instruction and supervision to special student populations, such as bilingual/bicultural students, special education students, adult learners, and students learning English. Includes instruction in techniques of general classroom supervision, maintaining order, assisting with lessons and carrying out related assignments.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-9042	Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-9043	Teaching Assistants, Special Education	N/A	N/A	N/A
25-9049	Teaching Assistants, All Other	N/A	N/A	N/A

43.0103 Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. (BSc, PostBacCert)

A program that prepares individuals to apply theories and practices of organization management and criminal justice to the administration of public law enforcement agencies and operations. Includes instruction in law enforcement history and theory, operational command leadership, administration of public police organizations, labor relations, incident response strategies, legal and regulatory responsibilities, budgeting, public relations, and organizational leadership.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$72,910	-$76,980 (-51.4%)
25-1111	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,820	$66,210	-$18,610 (-21.9%)
33-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives	$110,990	$63,690	-$47,300 (-42.6%)

43.0104 Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. (Cert2y+)

A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
19-4099	Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other	$64,640	$71,100	+$6,460 (+10%)
25-1111	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,820	$66,210	-$18,610 (-21.9%)
33-1011	First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers	$82,260	$80,920	-$1,340 (-1.6%)
33-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives	$110,990	$63,690	-$47,300 (-42.6%)

43.0107 Criminal Justice/Police Science. (Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection and management, basic crime prevention methods, weapon and equipment operation and maintenance, report preparation and other routine law enforcement responsibilities.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1111	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,820	$66,210	-$18,610 (-21.9%)
33-3011	Bailiffs	$62,180	$39,450	-$22,730 (-36.6%)
33-3021	Detectives and Criminal Investigators	$98,770	$71,920	-$26,850 (-27.2%)
33-3051	Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers	$79,320	$49,430	-$29,890 (-37.7%)
33-9021	Private Detectives and Investigators	$61,680	$60,300	-$1,380 (-2.2%)

43.0120 Protective Services Operations. (Cert<1y, Cert<2y)

A program focusing on the principles and techniques of providing physical security protection to clients in various environments and situations. Includes instruction in security intelligence and information resources, operations planning and surveying, operations security, weapons and explosives, defense and offense techniques, security and surveillance systems, communications systems, perimeter and access control, weapons of mass destruction, contingency planning, crowd control, cover and evacuation, combat and vehicle techniques, and applicable legal and administrative responsibilities.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9161	Emergency Management Directors	$97,700	$54,970	-$42,730 (-43.7%)
25-1111	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,820	$66,210	-$18,610 (-21.9%)
33-1012	First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives	$110,990	$63,690	-$47,300 (-42.6%)
33-3051	Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers	$79,320	$49,430	-$29,890 (-37.7%)
33-9021	Private Detectives and Investigators	$61,680	$60,300	-$1,380 (-2.2%)

43.0403 Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism. (PostBacCert)

A program focusing on the principles and techniques used to identify, search, seize and analyze digital media and to conduct cyber investigations against criminal and terrorist activity. Includes instruction in computer boot processes and drives, jumper setting, file access and reconstruction, hacking, network systems, cryptography, programming, investigative techniques, forensic imagery, web-based investigation methods, cyberterrorism, and applicable laws and administrative procedures.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
15-1212	Information Security Analysts	$127,730	$90,780	-$36,950 (-28.9%)
15-1299	Computer Occupations, All Other	$116,700	$64,230	-$52,470 (-45%)
25-1111	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,820	$66,210	-$18,610 (-21.9%)
33-3021	Detectives and Criminal Investigators	$98,770	$71,920	-$26,850 (-27.2%)
33-9021	Private Detectives and Investigators	$61,680	$60,300	-$1,380 (-2.2%)

43.0405 Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation. (PostBacCert)

A program focusing on the principles and techniques of conducting investigations into financial crime, terrorist activity, and the analysis and use of accounting data as evidence. Includes instruction in the principles of accounting, investigative auditing, computer investigations, accounting system documents and software, business corruption, criminal and terrorist financial networks, international money markets and movement, net worth analysis, financial fraud, exposing concealed assets, records seizure, fraud and money laundering statutes, fraud case initiation, case management, and case presentation.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
13-2011	Accountants and Auditors	$93,520	$72,250	-$21,270 (-22.7%)
13-2061	Financial Examiners	$103,650	$97,660	-$5,990 (-5.8%)
25-1111	Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary	$84,820	$66,210	-$18,610 (-21.9%)
33-3021	Detectives and Criminal Investigators	$98,770	$71,920	-$26,850 (-27.2%)
33-9021	Private Detectives and Investigators	$61,680	$60,300	-$1,380 (-2.2%)

15.0303 Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+)

A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. Includes instruction in electrical circuitry, prototype development and testing, systems analysis and testing, systems maintenance, instrument calibration, and report preparation.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
17-3012	Electrical and Electronics Drafters	$77,960	$81,070	+$3,110 (+4%)
17-3021	Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians	$86,330	N/A	N/A
17-3023	Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians	$78,580	$61,180	-$17,400 (-22.1%)
17-3024	Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians	$75,710	$53,480	-$22,230 (-29.4%)
17-3028	Calibration Technologists and Technicians	$71,080	$70,460	-$620 (-0.9%)
49-2095	Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay	$97,460	$97,870	+$410 (+0.4%)

22.0000 LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES. (Cert2y+)

Instructional programs that prepare individuals for the legal profession, for related support professions and professional legal research, and focus on the study of legal issues in non-professional programs.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
23-2011	Paralegals and Legal Assistants	$66,510	$47,010	-$19,500 (-29.3%)
23-2099	Legal Support Workers, All Other	$86,220	$78,910	-$7,310 (-8.5%)

22.0302 Legal Assistant/Paralegal. (Cert<1y, Cert<2y)

A program that prepares individuals to perform research, drafting, investigatory, record-keeping and related administrative functions under the supervision of an attorney or court. Includes instruction in legal research, drafting legal documents, appraising, pleading, courthouse procedures, and legal specializations.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
23-2011	Paralegals and Legal Assistants	$66,510	$47,010	-$19,500 (-29.3%)
23-2093	Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers	$59,600	$42,630	-$16,970 (-28.5%)
23-2099	Legal Support Workers, All Other	$86,220	$78,910	-$7,310 (-8.5%)

38.0201 Religion/Religious Studies. (PostBacCert, Spec)

A program that focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Includes instruction in phenomenology; the sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion; mythology; scriptural and textual studies; religious history and politics; and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
25-1126	Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary	$88,210	$84,610	-$3,600 (-4.1%)

42.0101 Psychology, General. (Cert<2y, Cert2y+)

A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-9199	Managers, All Other	$149,890	$72,910	-$76,980 (-51.4%)
19-3032	Industrial-Organizational Psychologists	$134,400	N/A	N/A
19-3033	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$106,850	$102,540	-$4,310 (-4%)
19-3039	Psychologists, All Other	$111,340	$129,030	+$17,690 (+15.9%)
19-4061	Social Science Research Assistants	$63,560	$38,660	-$24,900 (-39.2%)
25-1066	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	$93,530	$89,490	-$4,040 (-4.3%)

30.7001 Data Science, General. (Cert<1y)

A program that focuses on the analysis of large scale data sources from the interdisciplinary perspectives of applied statistics, computer science, data storage, data representation, data modeling, mathematics, and statistics. Includes instruction in computer algorithms, computer programming, data management, data mining, information policy, information retrieval, mathematical modeling, quantitative analysis, statistics, trend spotting, and visual analytics.

Graduate Career Earnings in Tennessee

Average graduate salary for this degree:

SOC Code	Occupation	US National	Tennessee Avg	TN vs US
11-3021	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$187,990	$127,020	-$60,970 (-32.4%)
11-9121	Natural Sciences Managers	$173,500	$146,190	-$27,310 (-15.7%)
15-1221	Computer and Information Research Scientists	$152,310	$103,690	-$48,620 (-31.9%)
15-1243	Database Architects	$142,620	$135,470	-$7,150 (-5%)
15-1252	Software Developers	$144,570	$108,890	-$35,680 (-24.7%)
15-2041	Statisticians	$112,330	$95,750	-$16,580 (-14.8%)
15-2051	Data Scientists	$124,590	$123,580	-$1,010 (-0.8%)
25-1199	Postsecondary Teachers, All Other	$94,470	$73,430	-$21,040 (-22.3%)