Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville in Knoxville, TN

Transportation & Materials Moving Certificate CIP 49.0205

Total Graduates

26

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

85%

22 of 26

Female Graduates

15%

4 of 26

Program Popularity

#167
of 220 colleges nationally
24.1%
Produces more graduates than 24.1% of colleges offering this program
21,609
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 49.0205
Program Family Transportation & Materials Moving

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 26 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 85% male, 15% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers

Primary Occupation
$57,440
Median Annual Salary
$38,640 $78,800
10th percentile 90th percentile
2,070,480 employed nationally +4% projected growth

Related Occupations

Light truck drivers +7.3%
$44,140
Bus drivers, school +0.2%
$47,040
Bus drivers, transit and intercity +4.3%
$57,440
Career/technical education teachers, postsecondary +0.7%
$61,490

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

$47,040

10-Year Job Growth

+0.2%

Career Readiness Score

0/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 6 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
Bus Drivers, School SOC: 53-3051
$37,632+0.2%
0%
primary100% confidence
$45,952+4.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
$49,192+0.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
$45,952+4%
75%
primary100% confidence
Light Truck Drivers SOC: 53-3033
$35,312+7.3%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$35,280

Peak Salary

$58,800

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
S
Social

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Helping others
  • Teaching

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Empathetic
Patient

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Helping others
Teaching

Work Values

Active Listening
Monitoring
Service Orientation
Time Management
Instructing
Helping others

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people?

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
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

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.

Institution

Location Knoxville, TN

Cost Information

Average Net Price $10,112

Program Information

CIP Code: 49.0205
CIP Family: 49
IPEDS ID:
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