Choosing a career path is an important decision and Lenoir Community College is dedicated to providing education to fit a wide variety of career goals. Choose from certificates, diplomas, associate degrees, and transfer studies to prepare you for careers that support your unique interests and ambitions.
Credentials key: AAS=Associate in Applied Science, D= Diploma, C=Certificate
| Areas of Study | Credentials Offered | Median Salary/Range |
| Accounting and Finance | AAS, C | $33,250 – $44,000 |
| Advertising and Graphic Design | AAS | $37,550 – $66,300 |
| Agriculture Education | AAS | $50,130 – $100,070 |
| Associate Degree Nursing | AAS | $45,347 – $68,430 |
| Associate in Arts Degree | AA | N/A |
| Associate in Engineering | AE | N/A |
| Associate in Fine Arts – Music | AFA-M | N/A |
| Associate in Fine Arts – Visual Arts | AFA-V | N/A |
| Associate in Science Degree | AS | N/A |
| Automotive Systems Technology | AAS, D, C | $30,220 – $54,720 |
| Aviation Management & Career Pilot Technology – Pilot (Manned) | AAS, D, C | $44,660 – $115,280 |
| Aviation Management & Career Pilot Technology – Aviation Management | AAS, D, C | $44,660 – $115,280 |
| Aviation Management & Career Pilot Technology – Pilot (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) | AAS, D, C | $44,660 – $115,280 |
| Barber | C | $15,962 – $47,383 |
| Basic Law Enforcement Training | C | $34,410 – $56,360 |
| Business Administration – General Business Administration | AAS, C | $48,080 – $82,310 |
| Business Administration – Marketing | C | $48,080 – $82,310 |
| Computer Engineering Technology | AAS, D, C | $35,088 – $98,640 |
| Computer-Integrated Machining | AAS, D, C | $37,490 – $43,580 |
| Cosmetology | AAS, C | $15,962 – $47,383 |
| Criminal Justice Technology | AAS | $32,508 – $56,319 |
| Culinary Arts | AAS, D, C | $26,320 – $64,500 |
| Dental Assisting – Collaborative program with Wayne Community College | D | $26,940 – $47,070 |
| Dental Hygiene – Collaborative program with Wayne Community College | AAS | $62,490 – $89,610 |
| Early Childhood Education | AAS, C | $20,300 – $45,300 |
| Early Childhood Education – Early Education Non-Licensure Transfer | AAS,D, C | $20,300 – $45,300 |
| Early Childhood Education – Infant/Toddler Care | C | $20,300 – $45,300 |
| Early Childhood Education – Birth to Kindergarten (B-k) Licensure Transfer | AAS | $20,300 – $45,300 |
| EKG Technician | C | $29,000 – $36,843 |
| Electroneurodiagnostic Technology | AAS | N/A |
| Emergency Management | AAS, C | $65,000 – $133,758 |
| Emergency Medical Science | AAS, C | $25,625 – $37,585 |
| Emergency Medical Science – Bridging | AAS | $25,625 – $37,585 |
| Esthetics | C | $15,962 – $47,383 |
| General Occupational Technology | AAS | N/A |
| Graphic Arts Imaging Technology | AAS, C | $37,550 – $66,300 |
| Gunsmithing | AAS, D, C | $34,055 – $44,879 |
| Health Unit Coordinator | C | $31,561 – $68,756 |
| Healthcare Billing and Coding | C | $25,000 – $51,660 |
| Healthcare Management Technology – Collaborative program with Pitt CC | AAS | $25,000 – $51,660 |
| Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning | C | $29,472 – $46,964 |
| Horticulture Technology | AAS,D, C | $22,720 – $28,210 |
| Human Services Technology | AAS, D, C | $26,960 – $42,050 |
| Human Services Technology – Social Services Concentration | AAS, D | $26,960 – $42,050 |
| Industrial Systems Technology | AAS, D, C | $30,850 – $70,800 |
| Information Technology – Healthcare Informatics | AAS, C | N/A |
| Information Technology – Information Systems | AAS, D, C | $73,670 – $91,499 |
| Information Technology – Network Management | AAS, C | $63,597 – $95,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technology | AAS, D, C | $69,410 – $110,520 |
| Medical Assisting | AAS, C | $29,600 – $39,930 |
| Medical Office Administration | C | $25,000 – $51,660 |
| Medical Office Administration – Medical Billing and Coding | AAS, D, C | $25,000 – $51,660 |
| Medical Office Administration – Medical Office Professional | AAS, D | $25,000 – $51,660 |
| Medical Office Administration – Patient Services Representative | D, C | $25,000 – $51,660 |
| Medication Aide | C | $25,900 – $38,540 |
| Nail Technician | C | $15,962 – $47,383 |
| Nurse Assistant – CNA Level I and II | C | $20,940 – $29,450 |
| Occupational Education Associate | AAS, C | $20,300 – $45,300 |
| Office Administration | C | $36,070 – $72,300 |
| Office Administration – Office Professional | AAS, D | $36,070 – $72,300 |
| Pharmacy Technician | C | $25,900 – $38,540 |
| Phlebotomy Technician | C | $28,830 – $40,500 |
| Polysomnography | AAS | $48,019 – $59,324 |
| Polysomnography – Transition | AAS | $48,019 – $59,324 |
| Practical Nursing | D, C | $45,347 – $68,430 |
| Radiography | AAS | $43,649 – $63,610 |
| Real Estate | C | $33,020 – $74,530 |
| Surgical Technology | D | $38,910 – $47,300 |
| Sustainable Agriculture | AAS, D, C | $33,050 – $51,170 |
| Trucking | C | $30,910 – $47,540 |
| Wastewater | C | $35,980 – $60,080 |
| Welding Technology | AAS, D, C | $31,904 – $45,897 |
Source: Salary information based on statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor, bls.gov using the 25% – 75% range of median salaries listed. Data was also used from careersearch.com, salarylist.com, payscale.com, cbsalary.com, naceweb.org along with local employer information. Salaries will vary based on experience, education, and location.
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