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Alabama Colleges and Universities: Accredited Degree Programs

Published: November, 2010

Most of Alabama's workforce is employed in the trade, transportation, and utilities industry. State capital Birmingham is headquarters to five Fortune 500 companies, as well as merchandiser Saks and healthcare giant HealthSouth. Government work is the second most popular sector, employing nearly 380,000 workers throughout the state. Leisure and hospitality is Alabama's fastest-growing industry, along with professional and business services. Career training in these expanding fields can put graduates at an advantage.

The Business Council of Alabama and the Alabama Technology Network recently honored top manufacturers in the state. On the list:
  • Nucor Steel Decatur, LLC
  • Jenkins Brick Co.
  • Wildwood Electronics Inc.
  • Decatur Plastics Inc.

At the ceremony, former U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta noted, "Around Alabama, your companies, big and small alike, are leading the state's economic expansion and manufacturing boom." Mineta went on to cite manufacturing business as one of the reasons behind Alabama's exceptionally low unemployment rate of 3.2%. In 2006, manufacturers in Alabama produced a total real output of nearly $28.3 billion, and employed 302,000 residents.

Alabama income varies widely, based on a worker's education and experience. Entry-level accountants in Birmingham make $42,200 on average, according to Salary.com. Architectural drafters earn $42,300, while computer engineers earn about $55,300. No education or career training program can guarantee success in a career or a specific salary, but training in a specialized field can give potential employees the upper hand in competitive markets.

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Schools in Alabama: Degree, Coursework, & Certificate Programs

Performance Training Institute

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Get started on your career at Performance Training Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Medical Office and Administration with Billing and Coding
South University - Campus

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As a student at South University, you will learn from accomplished faculty members who have real-world experience in the subjects that they teach. Our small class sizes allow you to receive personalized attention from instructors, and the encouragement to recognize your goals for the future and the means to achieve them.

Campus Locations:
  • Atlanta
  • Montgomery
Programs:
  • Criminal Justice (AS)
  • Psychology (BA)
Chattanooga College

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Start your career with an education from Chattanooga College Medical, Dental & Technical Careers.

Campus Locations:
  • Chattanooga
Programs:
  • Medical Office Administration
  • Office Technology
The Art Institutes

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The Art Institutes system of schools offers a range of master's, bachelor's, and associate's degree programs, as well as diploma and certificate programs specializing in the creative and applied arts. We also offer a variety of online, evening, and weekend learning options, so there's an education solution to fit your schedule. And our professional-grade technology can give you the practical skills to match your ideas—helping you transform your creative energy into a fulfilling career.

Campus Locations:
  • Decatur
  • Atlanta
  • Nashville
Programs:
  • Culinary Arts Management (BS)
  • Digital Design (D)
ITT Technical Institute

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Are you interested in pursuing a high-tech career? Getting an education from ITT Tech is a great place to start!

Campus Locations:
  • Bessemer
Programs:
  • School of Electronics Technology
  • School of Information Technology
Brown Mackie College

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Grow, evolve, become at Brown Mackie College family of schools

Campus Locations:
  • Birmingham
Programs:
  • Associate of Science in Graphic Design
  • Diploma in Paralegal Assistant
Le Cordon Bleu Schools of North America

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Bring Your Fire to the Plate. Le Cordon Bleu. Learn the Way.

Campus Locations:
  • Scottsdale
  • Orlando
Programs:
  • Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Orlando - Associate Degree in Patisserie and Baking
  • Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Orlando - Associate Degree in Culinary Arts
WyoTech

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Gear up for a better future at WyoTech.

Campus Locations:
  • Ormond Beach
Programs:
  • Marine Specialist
  • Motorcycle Technology
University of Phoenix

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At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

Campus Locations:
  • Birmingham
  • Columbus
  • Online
  • Chattanooga
Programs:
  • BS in Business/Public Sector
  • BS in Business/Service Sector
USC School of Social Work

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The USC School of Social Work’s MSW@USC offers the opportunity to earn a Master of Social Work degree through the Virtual Academic Center without relocating to Southern California.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Social Work