Certification officer demographics and statistics in the US
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Certification officer gender statistics
56.0% of certification officers are women and 44.0% of certification officers are men.
- Female, 56.0%
- Male, 44.0%
Certification officer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 56.0% |
| Male | 44.0% |
Certification officer gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$62,228
Female income
$57,545
Certification officer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in certification officer positions over time. Currently, 56.0% of certification officers are female.
Certification officer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 52.04% | 47.96% |
| 2011 | 49.69% | 50.31% |
| 2012 | 50.57% | 49.43% |
| 2013 | 50.44% | 49.56% |
| 2014 | 50.29% | 49.71% |
| 2015 | 47.32% | 52.68% |
| 2016 | 46.02% | 53.98% |
| 2017 | 46.86% | 53.14% |
| 2018 | 46.44% | 53.56% |
| 2019 | 46.85% | 53.15% |
| 2020 | 42.20% | 57.80% |
| 2021 | 44.05% | 55.95% |
Certification officer related jobs gender ratio
We compared certification officers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and agronomy research manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Certification Officer | 44% | 56% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
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Certification officer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among certification officers is White, which makes up 62.5% of all certification officers. Comparatively, 14.5% of certification officers are Hispanic or Latino and 11.6% of certification officers are Black or African American.
- White, 62.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.5%
- Black or African American, 11.6%
- Unknown, 5.4%
- Asian, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Certification officer race
| Certification officer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.5% |
| Black or African American | 11.6% |
| Unknown | 5.4% |
| Asian | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Certification officer race and ethnicity over time
See how certification officer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Certification officer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.83% | 11.28% | 3.63% | 10.79% |
| 2011 | 70.76% | 11.30% | 3.71% | 11.19% |
| 2012 | 71.83% | 10.58% | 3.25% | 11.25% |
| 2013 | 71.53% | 11.08% | 3.61% | 10.83% |
| 2014 | 69.38% | 11.66% | 3.92% | 11.71% |
| 2015 | 70.34% | 10.96% | 4.02% | 11.54% |
| 2016 | 70.49% | 9.89% | 4.66% | 11.47% |
| 2017 | 70.02% | 10.14% | 4.18% | 11.80% |
| 2018 | 70.40% | 9.94% | 4.27% | 12.18% |
| 2019 | 66.82% | 10.78% | 4.75% | 14.52% |
| 2020 | 63.94% | 11.11% | 3.88% | 14.43% |
| 2021 | 62.49% | 11.62% | 5.17% | 14.46% |
Certification officer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian certification officers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown certification officers have the lowest average salary at $58,943.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $58,943 |
| White | $62,781 |
| Black or African American | $61,154 |
| Asian | $66,778 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $61,747 |
Average certification officer age
See how the average age of certification officers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Certification officer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 53 | 47 |
| Unknown | 46 | 42 |
| Asian | 37 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
| White | 47 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 |
Certification officer age breakdown
The average age of certification officers is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the certification officer population.
Certification officer age breakdown
| Certification Officer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Certification officer educational attainment
The most common degree for certification officers is bachelor's degree, with 69% of certification officers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 16% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 69%
- Master's, 16%
- Associate, 8%
- Doctorate, 2%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Certification officers by degree level
| Certification officer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 69% |
| Master's | 16% |
| Associate | 8% |
| Doctorate | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Certification officer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, certification officers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $87,339 annually. With a Master's degree, certification officers earn a median annual income of $78,986 compared to $61,802 for certification officers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $78,986 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $61,802 |
| Doctorate Degree | $87,339 |
Certification officer employment statistics
Most certification officers work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where certification officers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where certification officers work.
Certification officer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Certification officer jobs by company type
Employees with the certification officer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most certification officers prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Certification officer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 50% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 20% |
| Government | 19% |
Certification officer jobs by industry
The most common industries for certification officers are education, government and finance.
Certification officer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 45% |
| Government | 17% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Certification officer turnover and employment statistics
Certification officer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for certification officers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Certification officer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Certification officer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.61% |
| 2011 | 5.55% |
| 2012 | 4.47% |
| 2013 | 4.47% |
| 2014 | 4.12% |
| 2015 | 3.13% |
| 2016 | 3.26% |
| 2017 | 2.73% |
| 2018 | 2.00% |
| 2019 | 2.37% |
| 2020 | 3.36% |
| 2021 | 3.29% |
Average certification officer tenure
The average certification officer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 199 certification officers resumes in Zippia's database.
Certification officer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Certification officer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of certification officers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Manager Construction | 4.08% | 129,819 |
| Gaming Manager | 8.19% | 95,196 |
| Funeral Home Director | 9.30% | 44,597 |
| Landlady | 11.54% | 474 |
| Managed Care Coordinator | 11.66% | 84,786 |
| Certification Officer | 14.16% | - |
| New Member Educator | 16.20% | 12,866 |
Similar certification officer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Manager Construction | 4.08% | 129,819 |
| Gaming Manager | 8.19% | 95,196 |
| Funeral Home Director | 9.30% | 44,597 |
| Landlady | 11.54% | 474 |
| Managed Care Coordinator | 11.66% | 84,786 |
| New Member Educator | 16.20% | 12,866 |
Foreign languages spoken by certification officers
The most common foreign language among certification officers is Spanish at 71.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 14.3% and French is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 71.4%
- Chinese, 14.3%
- French, 14.3%
Certification officer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 71.4% |
| Chinese | 14.3% |
| French | 14.3% |