Agricultural and Food Products Processing at Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis, IN

Agriculture & Natural Resources Certificate CIP 01.0401

Total Graduates

25

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

32%

8 of 25

Female Graduates

68%

17 of 25

Annual Tuition

$4,912

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#1
of 9 colleges nationally
88.9%
Produces more graduates than 88.9% of colleges offering this program
88
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Agricultural and Food Products Processing.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 01.0401
Program Family Agriculture & Natural Resources

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 25 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 32% male, 68% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

First-line supervisors of farming, fishing, and forestry workers

Primary Occupation
$59,330
Median Annual Salary
$39,610 $90,840
10th percentile 90th percentile
29,530 employed nationally +2.5% projected growth

Related Occupations

Food science technicians +4.8%
$49,430
Agricultural inspectors +1.5%
$50,990
Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary +4.1%
$86,350

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$50,990

10-Year Job Growth

+1.5%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$40,792+1.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
$69,080+4.1%
75%
primary100% confidence
$47,464+2.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
$39,544+4.8%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$38,243

Peak Salary

$63,738

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (6)

Quality Control Analysis
Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Speaking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

R
Realistic
C
Conventional
I
Investigative

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Analytical
Curious

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Work Values

Active Listening
Monitoring
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Coordination
Speaking

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

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
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

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.

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