Health & Physical Education at Cabrillo College

Aptos, CA · Public · Certificate · Health and Physical Education/Fitness

enrolling 7,404 students in Aptos, CA.

Program Analysis

Graduates of Cabrillo College's Health & Physical Education program earn $38,985/yr in their first year — 52% above the $25,677 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

The 321.2x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 25% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Health & Physical Education graduates.

Ranked #1 out of 20 programs, Cabrillo College's Health & Physical Education program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

73 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
70
Low End
73
Score
74
High End
Earnings $38,985/yr (52% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (75% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (128,800 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$408K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
321.2x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
7 of 7
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$1,270
Out-of-state: $9,910

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Health & Physical Education graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Entertainment and recreation managers, except gambling $77,180 +7.7% 65%
Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary $75,890 +2.4% 44%
Athletes and sports competitors $62,360 +5.5% 100%
Entertainment and recreation managers, except gambling
$77,180
+7.7% growth 65% AI-proof
Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary
$75,890
+2.4% growth 44% AI-proof
Athletes and sports competitors
$62,360
+5.5% growth 100% AI-proof

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Health & Physical Education Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Health & Physical Education careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering other programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Cabrillo College's Health & Physical Education program score?
A score of 73/100 indicates strong financial outcomes. Cabrillo College's Health & Physical Education graduates fare well on earnings, job market size, and return on investment.
Is Cabrillo College one of the best schools for Health & Physical Education?
Among 20 Health & Physical Education programs, Cabrillo College's #1 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.
What's the job market like for Health & Physical Education from Cabrillo College?
Job availability for Health & Physical Education is strong — 128,800 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Cabrillo College graduates specifically, local market conditions in CA may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →