Opportunities Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Academic programs and career possibilities
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A-B Tech Career Programs Accounting
Computer Numerical Control Programming
A.A.S. Degree..................................... $25,000 – $31,000 Accountant, payroll processor, Bookkeeper I
Certificate................................................................$12/hr CNC Machine Operator
Certificate Level I............................... $17,000 - $21,000 Certificate Level II.............................. $17,000 - $21,000 Entry-Level Positions, Promotions within Current Position
Advanced Certificate............................. $14/hr - $16/hr CNC Machinist, CNC Programmer
Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology Diploma.................................................... $12/hr – $14/hr Maintenance Technician, Climate Control Technician, Service Technician, Systems Engineer, Refrigeration Technician, Estimator
Automotive Systems Technology A.A.S. Degree.......................................................$25,000 Diploma..................................................................$20,000 General Automotive Technician, Specialized Technician, Shop Supervisor Electrical/Electronics Certificate ...... $10/hr - $12/hr Test and Measurement Specialist
Baking and Pastry Arts A.A.S. Degree...................................... $23,000 - $29,000 Pastry/Bakery Assistant, Assistant Pastry Chef, Cake Decorator, Baker
Basic Law Enforcement Training Certificate............................................. $28,000 - $38,000 Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff, Private Security, Detention Officer, Alcohol Control Officer, State Highway Patrol Fast Track Candidate (Applicant must be sponsored by a Law Enforcement agency to be eligible for admission to BLET program.)
Biotechnology A.A.S. Degree..................................... $27,000 – $30,000 Biopharmaceutical Processing, Chemical Processing, Laboratory Technician, Sales and Customer Service
Business Administration A.A.S. Degree..................................... $23,000 – $32,000 Purchasing Agent, Sales Manager, General Supervisor, Operations Officer, Loan Officer, Office Manager
Carpentry Diploma..................................................................$20,000 Contractors as Carpenters or Estimators, Cabinet Shop Cabinetmakers or Installers
Civil Engineering Technology A.A.S. Degree......................................... $14/hr – $16/hr Construction Technician, Materials Testing Technician, Construction Inspector, Engineering Technician Civil/Surveying CAD Certificate................................................ $10/hr – $12/hr Civil Engineering/Surveying CAD Technician
Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology Diploma................................................ $40,000 – $48,000 Hospitals, Imaging Centers, and Physicians’ Offices where CT and/or MRI is performed CT Certificate....................................... $40,000 - $48,000 MRI Certificate.................................... $40,000 - $48,000 Hospitals, Imaging Centers, and Physicians’ Offices where CT or MRI is performed
Computer Engineering Technology A.A.S. Degree.......................................................$27,000 Computer and Network Service Technician, Systems Integration Technician, Automation Specialist, Integrated Manufacturing Technician, Systems Support Engineer, Controls Engineer
Computer Information Technology A.A.S. Degree..................................... $28,000 – $42,000 Computer Technician, Help Desk Technician, Information Systems Manager, PC Support Specialist, Database Administrator (DBA), IT Specialist Geospatial Technology Certificate............................................................$25,000* Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position. Database Management Certificate............................................................$25,000* Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position. Microcomputer Applications Certificate............................................................$25,000* Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position. PC Installation and Maintenance Certificate............................................................$25,000* Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.
Computer-Aided Drafting Technology A.A.S. Degree......................................... $14/hr – $16/hr CAD Operator, Architectural Drafter, CAD Technician Certificate................................................ $12/hr – $15/hr CAD Operator, CAD Technician Architectural Drafting Certificate . .............................................. $12/hr - $15/hr Architectural Drafter Landscape Architecture Drafting Certificate................................. $12/hr - $15/hr Civil/Surveying Drafter, Landscape Architecture Drafter
Construction Management Technology A.A.S. Degree.......................................................$36,000 Entry-Level Position in Construction Management
Cosmetology A.A.S. Degree...................................... $17,000 - $20,000 Diploma................................................. $17,000 - $20,000 Cosmetologist, Hair Stylist, Nail Technician, Esthetician, Salon Owner
Criminal Justice Technology A.A.S. Degree..................................... $28,000 – $38,000 Law Enforcement, Highway Patrol, Deputy Sheriff, Private Security, Magistrate, Correctional Officer, Surveillance Officer, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Wildlife Enforcement
Culinary Technology A.A.S. Degree A.A.S. Degree .................................... $23,000 – $29,000 Saute Chef, Grill Chef, Gardemanger Chef, Soup/Sauce Chef, Kitchen Manager, Catering Banquet Manager, Dining Room Manager, Food/Beverage Manager, Purchasing Agent Steward, Equipment Purveyor
Dental Assisting Diploma................................................ $24,000 – $26,000 V.A. Clinics, Health Departments, State Clinics, Dental Schools, Private and Group Practices
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*Many certificates are not stand-alone qualifications for a position. These are designed to enhance skills or be coupled with related experience.
Entry-Level Hospitality Management
A.A.S Degree...................................... $48,000 – $52,000 Dental Offices, Education, Local, State, and Federal Government Agencies, Private Industry
Certificate . ......................................................................... potential salary increase of ....... $2,000/yr - $5,000/yr Career upgrade and Cross-training Bed and Breakfast/Inn Management Certificate................... $18,000 - $21,000 Bed and Breakfast Manager, Small Lodging Manager
Digital Media Technology A.A.S. Degree..................................... $28,000 – $42,000 Graphic Artist/Designer, Multimedia Specialist, Web Content Specialist, Digital Media Specialist, Interface Designer, Digital Video Producer, Digital Layout Artist and many new jobs yet to be defined in this expanding field
Human Resources Management A.A.S. Degree..................................... $20,000 – $30,000 HR Technician, HR Specialist, HR Manager, Payroll Officer, Benefits Administrator, Team Leadership Training and Development Facilitator, General Supervisor
Digital Video Certificate .................................$25,000* Entry-level positions depending on background, Promotions within current position. Interactive Multimedia Certificate................$25,000* Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.
Human Services Technology/Social Services
Early Childhood Education A.A.S. Degree..................................... $26,000 – $40,000 Child Care Worker, Child Care Assistant, Child Care Director, Preschool Director School-Age Education A.A.S. Degree..................................... $18,000 – $24,000 Teacher Assistant in Elementary Schools, Teacher in Child Development Programs, Head Start, School-Age Programs
Emergency Medical Science
Early Childhood Certificate............................................. $14,000 - $20,000 Child development and child care programs, preschools, private schools, recreational centers, Head Start programs and school-age programs
Entrepreneurship
Infant/Toddler Care Certificate............................................. $14,000 - $17,000 Child Development and Childcare Programs, Preschools, Early Head Start, Infant/Toddler Programs Special Education Certificate . .......................................... $15,000 - $18,000 Teacher or Teacher Assistant in a Childcare Classroom or a Developmental Day Center
Electrical Wiring Certificate................................................. $10/hr - $12/hr Electrician’s Assistant, Solar PV Installer, Apprentice Electrician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Home Automation Installer, Automotive Entertainment Installer
Electrical/Electronics Technology A.A.S. Degree.......................................................$32,000 Diploma..................................................................$24,000 Industrial Maintenance Technician, Industrial Electrician, Facilities Technician, Electrical License Apprentice, Installer and Technician for Home and Business Low Voltage Systems (Entertainment, Security, Telecom)
Electronics Engineering Technology A.A.A. Degree.......................................................$32,000 Electronics Engineering Technician, Electronics Maintenance Technician, Control Systems Technician, Electrical Tester
Salaries may vary based on size of business and other factors.
A.A.S. Degree..................................... $28,000 – $40,000 Emergency Medical Services, Hospitals, Urgent Care Clinics, Physicians’ Offices, Private Ambulance Companies A.A.S. Degree...................................... $25,000 - $45,000 Certificate............................................. $25,000 - $45,000 Business Owner, Consultant, Capital Investor, Self-Employment
Esthetics Technology Certificate............................................. $25,000 - $30,000 Esthetician
Fire Protection Technology A.A.S. Degree..................................... $23,000 – $30,000 Municipal Fire Departments, Government Agencies, Industrial Firms, Insurance Rating Organizations, Educational Organizations Certificate.....................................................Incremental Pay Step Increases of $500 to $1,000 Annually Promotional Opportunities for Members Within Their Municipal Fire Departments, Government Agencies, Industrial Firms, Insurance Rating Organizations, or Educational Organizations
Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology A.A.S. Degree.......................................................$25,000 Diploma..................................................................$20,000 Diesel Mechanic, Fuel Injection Service Repairer, Heavy Tractor Mechanic Help
Hotel and Restaurant Management A.A.S. Degree..................................... $24,000 – $30,000 Catering Manager, Management Trainee, Restaurant Manager, Director of Food Services, Reservations Manager, Front Office Manager, Country Club Manager, Food/Beverage Manager
A.A.S. Degree..................................... $19,000 – $29,000 Case Worker, Family Support Worker, Youth Worker, Social Service Liaison, Residential Counselor, Behavioral Management Aide/ Technician, Case management Aide, Eligibility Counselor, Public Assistance Worker, Substance Abuse Worker, Life Skills Instructor, Social Service Aide/Technician, Social Work Aide/ Technician, Group Activities Aide/Technician, Therapeutic Assistant, Gerontology Aide/ Technician, Home Health Aide, Group Home Worker, Mental Health Aide/Technician, Intake Interviewer, Community Outreach Worker, Psychological Aide/Technician, Halfway House Counselor, Rehabilitation Case Worker, Residential Manager
Industrial Systems Technology A.A.S. Degree.......................................................$28,000 Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, Facilities Management Technician, Maintenance Mechanic Diploma..................................................... $10/hr - $12/hr Entry-Level Maintenance Technician
Information Systems Security A.A.S. Degree..................................... $36,900 – $43,500 Information Technology Specialist, Data Security Administrator, Information Security Analyst, Information Security Officer, Computer Specialist, Information Security Specialist, Information Systems Security Analyst, Computer Security Specialist, Information Security Manager, Information Technology Security Analyst
Machining Technology A.A.S. Degree......................................... $12/hr – $14/hr Diploma.................................................... $12/hr – $14/hr Manufacturing Machinist, Machine or CNC Set-Up Operator, Quality Control Technician Machining, Basic Certificate ............................$10/hr Machine Operator
Manicuring/Nail Technology Certificate............................................. $15,000 - $18,000 Manicurist, Nail Technician
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Salary Ranges
Dental Hygiene
Medical Laboratory Technology A.A.S. Degree..................................... $25,000 – $33,000 Hospitals, Emergency Care Clinics, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, General Clinics, Commercial Labs
Medical Office Administration Diploma................................................. $20,800 - $24,950 Medical and Dental Offices, Hospitals, Insurance Companies, Laboratories, Medical Supply Companies, Healthcare Related Organizations Medical Coding Certificate ............. $20,800 - $24,960 Medical and Dental Offices, Hospitals, Insurance Companies, Laboratories, Healthcare Related Organizations
Medical Sonography A.A.S. Degree..................................... $40,000 – $48,000 Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Imaging Centers, Mobile/Traveling Services
Medical Transcription Diploma..................................................................$20,800 Hospitals, Medical Clinics, Doctors’ Offices, Private Transcription Businesses, Research Facilities, Insurance Companies, Publishing Companies
Networking Technology A.A.S. Degree...................................... $36,900 - $43,500 Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Information Technology Specialist (IT Specialist), Local Area Network Administrator (LAN Administrator), Information Technology Manager (IT Manager), Information Technology Director (IT Director), Systems Engineer, Network Manager, Network Specialist Cisco Certified Network Administrator Preparation Certificate . .................$30,338 - $69,059* Entry-Level Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Network Technician, Systems Administrator, Systems Analyst, Systems Engineer
Nursing Associate Degree Nursing A.A.S. Degree..................................... $39,000 – $48,000 Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Clinics, Physicians’ Offices, Industry, Community, Health Agencies
Practical Nursing Marketing and Retailing A.A.S. Degree..................................... $25,000 – $32,000 Assistant Manager, Department Manager, Sales Representative, Salesperson, Retail Buyer Retail Marketing Certificate . ......................................... $20,000 – $25,000 Entry-Level Retail Positions
Mechanical Engineering Technology A.A.S. Degree.......................................................$30,000 Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Control Technician, Mechanical Designer, Maintenance Engineering Technician Mechanical Drafting Certificate .....................$28,500 Mechanical Drafter
Medical Assisting A.A.S. Degree..................................... $19,000 – $27,000 Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Health Maintenance Organizations Equal Opportunity Educational Institution
Diploma................................................ $24,000 – $32,000 Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Physicians’ Offices, Industry, Community Health Agencies
Office Administration A.A.S. Degree..................................... $25,000 – $27,000 Diploma................................................ $22,000 – $25,000 Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Word Processor, Information Processing Specialist, Administrative Support Word Processing/Desktop Publishing Certificate........................ $20,800 - $24,950 Marketing Communications Coordinator, Technical Writer, Technical Publications Engineer, Web Digital Electronic Prepress Manager, Digital Electronic Prepress Manager/ Developer, Documentation Software Product Manager, Digital Image Processor, Production Supervisor, Proofreader, Administrative Assistant
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees.
Phlebotomy Certificate............................................. $20,000 - $25,000 Hospitals, Physicians’ Offices, Health Departments, Blood Donation Centers, Emergency Care Centers, Commercial Labs
Radiography A.A.S. Degree..................................... $35,000 – $42,000 Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Emergency Care Clinics, Industry, Imaging Centers
Resort and Spa Management Certificate............................................ $25,000 – $32,000 Member/guest Services, Assistant Spa Directors, Spa Attendant Supervisors, Spa Concierge, Spa Sales Managers, Assistant Clubhouse Managers
Surgical Technology A.A.S. Degree..................................... $28,000 – $31,000 Diploma................................................ $28,000 – $31,000 Hospitals, Surgery Centers, Physicians’ Offices, Organ Harvest Organizations
Sustainability Technologies A.A.S. Degree..................................... $36,000 – $40,000 Manufacturing Technicians, Sustainability Consultants, Environmental Technicians, or Green Building Supervisors
Surveying Technology A.A.S. Degree......................................... $14/hr – $16/hr Construction Layout Technician, Land Surveyor, Mapper Surveying Fundamentals Certificate................................................ $10/hr – $12/hr Construction Layout Assistant, Land Surveying Aide
Therapeutic Massage A.A.S. Degree..................................... $25,000 – $30,000 Diploma................................................ $21,000 – $26,000 Massage Therapist in Medical Facilities, Health Clubs, Spas, and Private Practice
Veterinary Medical Technology A.A.S. Degree..................................... $18,000 – $24,000 Veterinary Clinics, Diagnostic Labs, Research Labs, Zoos, Animal Care Facilities, Pharmaceutical Companies, Feed Companies
Web Technologies A.A.S. Degree..................................... $30,000 – $42,000 Web Designer, Web Administrator, Web Developer, Webmaster, Web Database Programmer/Developer Web Designer Certificate. ......................... $25,000* Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position. Web Programming Certificate ................... $25,000* Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.
Welding Technology A.A.S. Degree......................................... $17/hr – $25/hr Diploma.................................................... $15/hr – $22/hr Arc Welder, Arc Welder-Machine Operator, Gas Welder-Machine Operator, Combination Welder, Pipe Welder Welding I, Basic Certificate.......................... $10-12/hr Welder’s Assistant