Housing & Interiors at CET-San Jose

San Jose, CA · Private nonprofit · Certificate · Housing and Human Environments

with a smaller student body of 175 in San Jose, CA.

Program Analysis

Graduates of CET-San Jose's Housing & Interiors 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 & Interiors graduates.

With only 2 programs offering Housing & Interiors 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 & Interiors careers, offering a paid training alternative to the classroom model.

45 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
40
Low End
45
Score
48
High End
Earnings $35,261/yr (48% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (52% shielded)
Job Market Large (37,800 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$369K
1.0% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
5 of 5
Occupations with strong AI resilience

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 & Interiors 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%
Facilities managers
$104,690
+3.8% growth 52% AI-proof
Family and consumer sciences teachers, postsecondary
$77,280
+3.4% growth 46% AI-proof
Interior designers
$63,490
+3.2% growth 50% AI-proof

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Housing & Interiors Career Guide

Housing & Interiors opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 45/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Housing & Interiors at CET-San Jose?
This program scores 45/100 — on the lower end for Housing & Interiors. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Should I worry about AI if I study Housing & Interiors at CET-San Jose?
The 48% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — CET-San Jose graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →