Environmental Technology at CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah

Hialeah, FL · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians

with a smaller student body of 493 in Hialeah, FL.

Program Analysis

At $41,814 per year, Environmental Technology graduates from CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah earn slightly above the $38,197 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

With a 18.4x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 11% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Environmental Technology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

The median debt load of $20,151 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

A #40 ranking among 63 Environmental Technology programs places CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The limited growth from $41,814 to $47,965 over five years suggests earnings in this trade plateau relatively early in one's career.

The 30 apprenticeship pathways connected to Environmental Technology reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

48 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
45
Low End
48
Score
49
High End
Earnings $41,814/yr (9% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Large (68,200 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$490K
3.5% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
18.6x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

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

Program Tuition
$26,300
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,151
5.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$47,965
15% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Environmental Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other $77,390 +1.5% 76%
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers $59,810 +8.1% 89%
Environmental engineering technologists and technicians $58,890 +1.2% 59%
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other
$77,390
+1.5% growth 76% AI-proof
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$59,810
+8.1% growth 89% AI-proof
Environmental engineering technologists and technicians
$58,890
+1.2% growth 59% AI-proof

View all 6 career paths with full salary data →

Environmental Technology Career Guide

What can you do with a Environmental Technology credential from CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

Read the full Environmental Technology career guide →

Compare & Explore

Environmental Technology Overview

Environmental Technology at Other Schools

Other Majors at CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah

How Does a Bachelor's Degree Compare?

Four-year programs take longer but may unlock different career trajectories. See the data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 48/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Environmental Technology at CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah?
At 48/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Environmental Technology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Can I learn Environmental Technology through an apprenticeship instead of CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah?
Beyond CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah's classroom route, 30 registered apprenticeships map to Environmental Technology careers — including Additive 3D Printing Technician. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Is there demand for Environmental Technology workers?
At 68,200 annual openings, Environmental Technology has a large employment base. CBT Technology Institute-Hialeah graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given ongoing digital transformation and technology adoption.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →