Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Jefferson Community and Technical College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$60,381

Est. from KY median (3 programs)

Median Debt

$11,345

5% below national median

Analysis

With $11,345 in debt against estimated first-year earnings of $60,381, this certificate appears to deliver strong value—if the state-level estimate holds true for Jefferson's graduates. That 0.19 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests manageable repayment, with less than three months of gross income needed to cover the total debt. However, it's worth noting the debt sits slightly above the state median of $8,396 for comparable programs.

The earnings estimate comes from just three Kentucky programs in this field, and their outcomes vary dramatically—from $31,217 at Big Sandy to nearly $70,000 at Bluegrass. Where Jefferson's graduates land within that range matters enormously. If they track closer to Bluegrass's reported $69,924, this certificate is an excellent investment. If outcomes skew toward Big Sandy's $31,217, the debt burden more than doubles relative to earnings. Location and local employer demand in the Louisville metro area will likely be decisive factors.

For parents weighing this certificate, the key question is whether their student can connect with Louisville-area employers who value this specific credential. The program costs less than half what you'd pay nationally in debt for the same credential, but without school-specific outcomes data, you're betting on Kentucky's generally strong market for electrical technicians translating to Jefferson's pipeline. Talk to the program directly about job placement rates and which local employers actively recruit their graduates.

Where Jefferson Community and Technical College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all electrical engineering technologies/technicians certificate's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky

Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians certificate's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (10 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Jefferson Community and Technical CollegeLouisville	$4,706	$60,381*	—	$11,345	—
Bluegrass Community and Technical CollegeLexington	$4,706	$69,924*	—	$7,000	0.10
Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical CollegeBowling Green	$4,656	$60,381*	—	$8,396	0.14
Big Sandy Community and Technical CollegePrestonsburg	$4,656	$31,217*	—	—	—
National Median	—	$38,804*	—	$11,976	0.31

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with electrical engineering technologies/technicians graduates

Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians

Operate, install, adjust, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data.

$79,830/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.

$77,180/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.

$71,270/yrJobs growth:

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians

Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

$70,760/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Robotics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.

$70,760/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronics Drafters

Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment.

$65,380/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Calibration Technologists and Technicians

Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.

$65,040/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Sound Engineering Technicians

Assemble and operate equipment to record, synchronize, mix, edit, or reproduce sound, including music, voices, or sound effects, for theater, video, film, television, podcasts, sporting events, and other productions.

$56,600/yrJobs growth:

Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.

Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.

Photonics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.

Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

Play prerecorded music for live audiences at venues or events such as clubs, parties, or wedding receptions. May use techniques such as mixing, cutting, or sampling to manipulate recordings. May also perform as emcee (master of ceremonies).

Jobs growth:

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 Jefferson Community and Technical College, approximately 29% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in KY. Actual outcomes may vary.