10 professions with a good salary for people without higher education

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There is a perception that the key to financial success is a completed college education. A person with a bachelor’s degree working full time really earns two thirds more than a high school graduate. Therefore, most students strive to go to college and take large loans to pay for their studies.

But investing heavily in your studies is not the only way to achieve career growth. According to research firm Economic Modeling International International, You can get a good income, and career growth, without finishing college. Below is a list of professions that are most successful in this regard.

Elevator installer

Total Jobs: 21 869

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 16,7%

Average annual salary: $ 80 870

Education required: high school diploma or equivalent

Recently, the market for the construction of new high-rise non-residential buildings has increased, and accordingly, the demand for the profession “elevator installer” has increased, and this demand will grow from year to year.

Commercial pilot

Total Jobs: 43 715

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 14,8%

Average annual salary: $ 75 744

Education required: high school diploma or equivalent

Airlines usually hire pilots with a bachelor's degree, but this requirement does not apply to the profession of "commercial pilot" - these are those pilots who fly charter flights, participate in rescue operations, firefighting, aerial photography, etc. In order to obtain this job, you will need a high school diploma and proper flight training.

Electrical Installer

Total Jobs: 117 239

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 16,1%

Average annual salary: $ 66 213

Education required: high school diploma or equivalent

The growth of the real estate market directly affects the growth of demand for this profession. Companies are increasingly looking for professionals who can install and maintain high-quality electrical networks. However, please note that you will have to work with electricity and at high altitude, this is quite a dangerous job.

Office Manager

Total number of jobs: 1,5 million

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 11,7%

Average annual salary: $ 52 602

Education required: high school diploma or equivalent

Until now, most companies need employees who will be able to organize the work of the office and ensure that working conditions are fully ensured. Business activity in America is growing, and accordingly there is a demand for specialists in this field.

Industrial Mechanic

Total Jobs: 334 394

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 19,2%

Average annual salary: $ 49 537

Education required: high school diploma or equivalent

The active modernization of production has led to an increase in the demand for specialists who will be able to efficiently maintain the machines and maintain their working power. The tasks of the mechanic include - to detect, diagnose and fix the problem of any industrial machine (factory machines, welding equipment, belt conveyors, hydraulic lifts).

Computer Support Specialist

Total Jobs: 670 401

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 16,4%

Average annual salary: $ 48 685

Necessary education: secondary technical

To get this job, you do not need to have a college degree, it is good enough to understand computers and to be able to answer any technical question of the average computer user. However, if you want to reach the heights in the IT-sphere, you should think about getting a specialized education.

Assistant surgeon

Total Jobs: 105 440

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 16,2%

Average annual salary: $ 45 064

Required education: higher education without a degree

In the surgical industry, an assistant is a highly sought after position. You will have to obtain certification, which may take several years. But it is a good start to begin a career in medicine and subsequently obtain a medical education.

Nurse

Total Jobs: 735 280

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 17,6%

Average annual salary: $ 43 201

Required education: higher education without a degree

To become a nurse, you don’t have to spend 10 years on medical education. It is enough to go through special courses that take 7-24 months. This is not the highest paid position, but promising, and you will always be in demand in the market.

Dental assistant

Total Jobs: 338 261

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 19,6%

Average annual salary: $ 36 788

Education required: high school diploma or equivalent

More and more people are paying attention to the condition of their teeth. In recent years, there has been a rapid growth in new dental clinics. To become a dental assistant, you do not need to have a university degree; you will need to take specialized courses and you can start working.

Nurse

Total number of jobs: 970 135

Projected job growth, 2016-2026: 35,4%

Average annual salary: $ 21 895

Education required: high school diploma or equivalent

The population of America is aging, respectively, the demand for people who can provide first aid and provide appropriate care. According to analysts, the demand for the services of professional nurses in the future will grow by more than 35%.

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