Ohio's Database Management pathway prepares students for careers managing data systems essential to modern organizations. Every organization stores critical business data in databases; skilled database professionals design, maintain, and optimize these systems.
Students study database design principles, SQL programming, database management systems, data security, backup and recovery, and performance optimization. They work with actual database systems, learning queries and administration procedures used by database professionals.
Graduates work as database administrators, database technicians, or data analysts with businesses, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and technology companies. Opportunities exist across sectors needing data management expertise. Career advancement leads to senior database administrator or data architecture roles.
Database Management at a Glance
2
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Ohio's database management standards are developed with database professionals and technology companies. Curriculum emphasizes database design, SQL programming, administration, and security.
Competency assessments include SQL proficiency, database design understanding, administration procedures, and problem-solving skills. Industry certifications (Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle) are integrated throughout.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| IT Foundations |
| Database Systems and Management |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Database Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $74,010 - $123,840
Adjusted for cost of living: $80,612
Database Administrator
ExperiencedSalary range: $74,010 - $123,840
Adjusted for cost of living: $102,407
Senior DBA
ExperiencedSalary range: $74,010 - $123,840
Adjusted for cost of living: $102,407
Data Architect
ExperiencedSalary range: $67,860 - $118,750
Adjusted for cost of living: $105,795
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern with IT departments, database administration teams, and technology companies managing database systems throughout Ohio.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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