Trends in Sub-Baccalaureate Credentials in Manufacturing Programs of Study

This 9-page brief, provided by Rutgers School of Management and Labor Relations, explores the Technician Graduates Data Tool by examining how the number of sub-baccalaureate credentials in manufacturing fields has changed over time, and whether these trends vary by region. Data collection methods, findings, notable patterns in the findings, and limitations are highlighted. The brief describes trends from 1995 to 2019 and provides figures to visualize trends in industrial production, heavy and industrial equipment maintenance, and precision metalwork. Geographic regions include the western United States, the Midwest, southern states, and the northeast.