High paying jobs with an ociates Degree?

I see this question has been asked a few times, but I am still not sure. I just read an article where someone who was 45 went back to junior college (because they couldnt afford a university) and after two years with a degree in CAD(?), is now making 100k? Is that possible? Is there any other high paying 2 year learning program type jobs anyone could suggest? Thanks.