Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary does

Instruct students in career and technical programs at colleges and trade schools, teaching practical skills in fields like healthcare, information technology, construction, and skilled trades.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a associate degree. About 2 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$7,500. Estimated payback: ~1 year. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education — $63,970/yr
• Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $72,040/yr
• Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $64,370/yr
• Substitute Teachers, Short-Term — $41,670/yr
• Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education — $38,140/yr