Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College in Fennimore, WI

Agriculture & Natural Resources Associate's CIP 01.0302

Total Graduates

14

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

7%

1 of 14

Female Graduates

93%

13 of 14

Annual Tuition

$4,386

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production

Certificate 3 grads Associate's 14 grads

Program Popularity

#10
of 37 colleges nationally
73%
Produces more graduates than 73% of colleges offering this program
344
Total national graduates (Associate's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production.
Degree Level Associate's
CIP Code 01.0302
Program Family Agriculture & Natural Resources

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 14 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 7% male, 93% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

First-line supervisors of farming, fishing, and forestry workers

Primary Occupation
$59,330
Median Annual Salary
$39,610 $90,840
10th percentile 90th percentile
29,530 employed nationally +2.5% projected growth

Related Occupations

Farm and home management educators -2.5%
$58,120
Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary +4.1%
$86,350
Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers -1.3%
$87,980
Animal breeders +2.4%
$52,000

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 Breeders SOC: 45-2021
$41,600+2.4%
0%
primary100% confidence
$46,496-2.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
$70,384-1.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
$47,464+2.5%
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)

R
Realistic
E
Enterprising
S
Social

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; leading, influencing, and persuading others; helping and working with people

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Helping others
  • Teaching

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Confident
Persuasive
Empathetic
Patient

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Leadership roles
Sales
Helping others
Teaching

Work Values

Instructing
Learning Strategies
Monitoring
Speaking
Active Listening
Helping others

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

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

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
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
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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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