Human Development, Family Studies, at CET-San Jose
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Human Development, Family Studies, certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (112 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CET-San Jose | — | $27,800 | — | — |
| Santa Ana College | $23,863 | — | $6,630 | 0.28 |
| Cabrillo College | $23,686 | $22,130 | — | — |
| Coalinga College | $18,810 | $27,959 | $9,500 | 0.51 |
| Modesto Junior College | $15,819 | $18,330 | $9,136 | 0.58 |
| National Median | $21,341 | — | $11,160 | 0.52 |
Other Human Development, Family Studies, Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana College Santa Ana | $1,180 | $23,863 | $6,630 |
| Cabrillo College Aptos | $1,270 | $23,686 | — |
| Coalinga College Coalinga | $1,384 | $18,810 | $9,500 |
| Modesto Junior College Modesto | $1,270 | $15,819 | $9,136 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At CET-San Jose, approximately 37% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.