Meat Cutting/Meat Cutter at Ridgewater College in Willmar, MN

Personal & Culinary Services Certificate CIP 12.0506

Total Graduates

7

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

71%

5 of 7

Female Graduates

29%

2 of 7

Annual Tuition

$5,473

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#3
of 10 colleges nationally
70%
Produces more graduates than 70% of colleges offering this program
51
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Meat Cutting/Meat Cutter.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 12.0506
Program Family Personal & Culinary Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 7 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 71% male, 29% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Butchers and meat cutters

Primary Occupation
$38,960
Median Annual Salary
$28,850 $57,130
10th percentile 90th percentile
140,040 employed nationally +1% projected growth

Related Occupations

Slaughterers and meat packers +2.2%
$39,790

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

$38,960

10-Year Job Growth

+1%

Career Readiness Score

0/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$31,168+1%
0%
primary100% confidence
$31,832+2.2%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$29,220

Peak Salary

$48,700

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (0)

No specific skills data available

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

0%

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
E
Enterprising

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Leadership roles
  • Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Confident
Persuasive

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Leadership roles
Sales

Work Values

Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Achievement
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

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
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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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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