Virginia's Quality Assurance pathway develops expertise in quality control, testing, inspection procedures, statistical analysis, quality standards, and continuous improvement—preparing students for careers ensuring product quality.
Students study quality principles, inspection procedures, testing methods, measurement standards, statistical quality control, and quality improvement. They conduct quality testing and analysis through lab experiences and manufacturing partnerships.
Graduates work as quality control inspectors, quality technicians, quality engineers, or quality managers. Manufacturing and service industries require quality professionals. Advanced students pursue quality engineering and business programs.
Quality Assurance at a Glance
4
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Virginia's quality assurance standards address quality control methods, inspection procedures, measurement standards, statistical analysis, and quality management. Standards align with ISO quality standards.
Students demonstrate competency through quality testing projects and statistical analysis. The state integrates quality management principles.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Quality Assurance Fundamentals |
| Inspection and Testing Procedures |
| Statistical Quality Control |
| Quality Standards and Improvement |
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.
Quality Inspector
Entry LevelSalary range: $39,700 - $60,660
Quality Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $38,190 - $59,580
Quality Engineer
ExperiencedSalary range: $111,740 - $181,210
Quality Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $77,790 - $174,120
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern at manufacturing companies and quality testing facilities throughout Virginia.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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