Housing and Human Environments at CET-San Jose
with a smaller student body of 175 in San Jose, CA.
Program Analysis
Graduates of CET-San Jose's Housing and Human Environments program earn $35,261/yr in their first year — 48% above the $23,808 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.
AI risk is moderate — 48% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Housing and Human Environments graduates.
With only 2 programs offering Housing and Human Environments nationally, this is a niche field. CET-San Jose ranks #1 among them.
One registered apprenticeship pathway (Interior Designer with a median wage of $63,490/yr) connects to Housing and Human Environments careers, offering a paid training alternative to the classroom model.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Housing and Human Environments graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities managers | $104,690 | +3.8% | 52% |
| Family and consumer sciences teachers, postsecondary | $77,280 | +3.4% | 46% |
| Interior designers | $63,490 | +3.2% | 50% |
About Housing and Human Environments Careers
Your work will revolve around shaping the spaces where people live, work, and gather. As a facilities manager, you might spend your day walking a corporate campus, coordinating with HVAC technicians and security staff, and managing the budget for a major renovation. Or, as an event planner, you’ll be the on-the-ground director for a large conference, using spreadsheets and a headset to orchestrate everything from catering to A/V setups. In interior design, you’ll use CAD software to draft layouts and work with clients and contractors to bring a vision to life.
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