As the economy opens up in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic, industries and businesses are beginning to recruit workers, managers, and other employees. If you’re a student weighing career options or mulling over a change of careers, then here are the eight most in-demand jobs in America. These are jobs that will require a steady supply of workforce for at least another decade.
The demand for digital marketing specialists keeps on growing. Commerce and trade have moved online in a big way. More than that, we conduct affairs digitally, even when on the move. Content writers, SEO experts, PPC campaign managers, website developers, coders, social media managers, email marketing mavens, and mobile marketing nerds are among the many specialists in this field working independently and as employees and doing well for themselves. According to the Bureau of Labor Statists, jobs in this field are slated to grow at 9% till 2024. Companies in general, are spending more on digital marketing. The average salary for digital marketing specialists is $50,000. Independent professionals can hope to earn more.
BLM predicts that employment for nurse practitioners is slated to grow by 26% for the period 2018-2028. The COVID-19 pandemic has renewed focus on this profession. Pediatric nurse practitioners who care for infants in a clinical environment have a median salary of $97,000 a year. Nurse midwives help with the birthing process and play a role before and after deliveries. The median salary for nurse midwives is similar to that for pediatric nurses. A gerontological nurse practitioner works with senior citizens in a hospital or an elderly care home. These nurses can expect to take home up to $85,000 per annum.
While the annual median salary for solar photovoltaic installers may be around $45,000 per annum, a low entry barrier in terms of educational requirements and a projected growth of 51% till 2029 makes this career option a great one for those interested in renewable and sustainable energy. If you wish to save on college money and acquire valuable vocational skills, becoming a solar photovoltaic installer could be a real option. Excellent job opportunities can be coupled with relevant education to achieve supervisory and managerial positions.
Occupational therapy assistants work with patients to aid recovery and help them retain and regain motor skills and other abilities essential for daily functioning. They find employment in therapists’ offices, nursing homes, and hospitals. Jobs are slated to grow at a rate of 35% for the period 2019-2029. This is a much higher rate than the projected average growth rate for most other careers. The annual median pay for occupational therapy assistants is $60,000 per year. An associate’s degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program is required for the job.
A bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and manufacturing engineering could be your ticket to a financially rewarding and overall satisfying career in which you will design systems to manufacture products by bringing together skilled employees, machines, tools, and raw materials. A median pay of $88,020 per year with good growth prospects makes industrial engineering an ideal choice for those with this bent of mind. Industrial engineers may be required to work on the shop-floor and in offices. The prospects for a career in industrial engineering are good, with a growth of 10% over 2019-2029.
Accountants and auditors examine financial records to ensure accuracy and the fulfillment of legal requirements. They can expect to take home $71,550 per year for their efforts. Jobs are expected to grow at a rate of 4% for the period 2019-2029. This is on par with the average rate of job growth for this period. A bachelor’s degree in accounting is the minimum qualification for entry into this line. Growth prospects in this career are closely linked with the growth of the economy. As the economy grows, more accountants and auditors will be required to file reports, ensure compliance, and take care of their employers’ tax issues.
With an expected growth of nearly 25% over 2019-2029, a career as a substance abuse, behavioral disorder, or a mental health counselor can be a secure one with tremendous scope for growth. Lifestyle and substance abuse related issues are on the rise. The annual median pay for these counselors is $46,240. This can be a full-time or part-time job in mental health clinics, community health centers, and hospitals. They treat and counsel individuals affected by substance abuse and mental health problems. To become a mental health counselor, you need a master’s degree, followed by an internship.
BLS avers that for the period 2019-2029, job opportunities for medical and health service managers will grow by an impressive 32%. This job entails the supervision of healthcare services. You are required to stay abreast of the laws and regulations that govern the medical and healthcare sector. Nursing home administrators and clinical administrators are examples of medical and health service managers. You can take home around $100,980 per year. A bachelor’s degree is the minimum requirement and relevant work experience of around five years is desirable.
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