Animal Nutrition at New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs, NM

Agriculture & Natural Resources Certificate CIP 01.0904

Total Graduates

4

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

75%

3 of 4

Female Graduates

25%

1 of 4

Annual Tuition & Fees

$1,920

In-state, incl. fees

Available Degrees for Animal Nutrition

Certificate 4 grads Associate's 1 grads

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Animal Nutrition.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 01.0904
Program Family Agriculture & Natural Resources

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 4 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 75% male, 25% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Farm and home management educators

Primary Occupation
$58,120
Median Annual Salary
$36,780 $85,230
10th percentile 90th percentile
10,260 employed nationally -2.5% projected growth

Related Occupations

Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary +4.1%
$86,350
Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers -1.3%
$87,980
Animal scientists +5.8%
$79,120

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

$86,350

10-Year Job Growth

+4.1%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$69,080+4.1%
75%
primary100% confidence
Animal Scientists SOC: 19-1011
$63,296+5.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$46,496-2.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
$70,384-1.3%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$64,763

Peak Salary

$107,938

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Instructing
Learning Strategies
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Learning
Monitoring
Judgment and Decision Making

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)

I
Investigative
S
Social
R
Realistic

research, analysis, and problem-solving; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Analytical
Curious
Empathetic
Patient
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Helping others
Teaching
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Instructing
Learning Strategies
Writing
Speaking
Active Listening
Helping others

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

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

2

Do you value instructing?

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
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who prefer working independently
💭

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.

Institution

Location Hobbs, NM

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,920
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $2,280
Average Net Price $5,924

Program Information

CIP Code: 01.0904
CIP Family: 01
IPEDS ID:
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