Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions at Hawkeye Community College
Ranked 2nd of 3 certificate (1-2 years) programs in Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions (certificate (1-2 years)) graduates.
Graduates of Hawkeye Community College's certificate (1-2 years) program in Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions earn a median $29,388 one year after graduating, rising to $40,342 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 0% above the national median of $38,279 for this field, ranking 2nd of 3 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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