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title: "Job Summaries and Salaries: Education/Credentialing"
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published_at: "2026-05-31T15:20:36+00:00"
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 » Job Summaries and Salaries: Education/Credentialing# Job Summaries and Salaries: Education/Credentialing

Descriptions and median base salaries from ASAE research.

***Source:*** *ASAE,* *Association Compensation & Benefits Study 2022*

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## Chief Education/Content Officer

Oversees all strategic and operational aspects of member and/or public education programs. May be responsible for certification/credentialing program in the absence of a Top Certification Position. May also serve as part of the executive team or have organizational responsibilities in other areas.  
**Median base salary: $140,000**

## Education/Content Director

Manages the development and administration of content for education programs for members and/or the public. May be responsible for the design and implementation of professional training/certification programs offered though specialized courses or workshops. At larger organizations, may report to a Chief Education/Content Officer.  
**Median base salary: $98,336**

## Education Manager/Coordinator/Registrar

Administers education programs for the organization. May design programs, handle registration, and/or coordinate continuing education credits. May have extensive contact with key volunteers.  
**Median base salary: $67,030**

## Education Assistant

Entry-level knowledge worker who works as an assistant within the education or professional development department. Helps to organize seminars or other educational programming. May require knowledge of web-based tools.  
**Median base salary: $49,706**

## Top Certification Position

Develops and administers the operational aspects for certification/credentialing programs of the organization.  
**Median base salary: $100,712**

## Testing Coordinator

Coordinates the administration of tests necessary for earning the association’s certification/credential. May have direct contact with candidates and testing vendors.  
**Median base salary: $55,000**

## Standards/Credentialing Program Specialist

Responsible for technical activities such as product research and testing, development of product standards, certification of products, field testing, technical manuals, or other technical programs.  
**Median base salary: $64,000**

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