Environmental Science Technology (2216)
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At a Glance
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This degree program prepares students for rewarding and meaningful careers in which they can impart a lasting change on the future of Florida’s natural environment. |
Employment Opportunities |
Positions range from working in ecological restoration, eco-tourism, and hazardous materials detection in the environment, to monitoring the quality, quantity and safety of surface and groundwater supplies, to public education and conservation. Upon completion of this program, you may seek employment as an Environmental Technician, or as a Field Technician with government agencies, engineering or environmental consulting firms."
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Job Outlook |
Florida's Employment Outlook (State-wide)
Outlook: stable
Growth is estimated to be 16%
Job Openings: 106 estimated annual job openings (50 due to growth and 56 due to replacement)
Employment: 2,484 were employed in this occupation
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Salary Information |
Florida Earnings:
Average Annual Wage: $36,795
Entry Annual Wage: $26,270
Experienced Annual Wage: $42,078
Entry Hourly Wage: $12.63
Experienced Hourly Wage: $20.23
Average Hourly Wage: $17.69
Pay for Environmental Technicians varies widely depending on the nature of the work, training and experience, type of employer, geographical location, and skills.
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| Special Skills or Qualifications Needed |
Science aptitude, interest in the environmental field and willing to work outdoors.
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| Career Path Notes |
Educational options include: taking classes for career advancement if you are already working in the environmental field; completing a two-year A.S. degree if you are ready to begin immediate employment; or completing an A.A. degree with the inclusion of many Environmental Science Techonology courses as electives if you are working toward a four-year degree.
PBCC has an articulation agreement with the University of Florida’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, including the School of Forest Resources and Conservation and the School of Natural Resources and Environment. Transfer requirements vary depending on the student’s future major. For more information, speak with Professor Jessica Miles or a PBCC advisor, or go here: www.pbcc.transfer.xml |
Career Planning Suggestions for Success |
Thoroughly research the occupation and talk with an Environmental Technician in the field. The PBCC Career Consultants Network may have the name of a person you can contact. Refer to the Career Center information listed below. There are many opportunities to volunteer.
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| Sources of Additional Information |
Technology courses as electives if you are working toward a four-year degree.
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