10 professions that are worth their weight in gold in 2017

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The labor market fluctuates, and it is difficult to predict which professions will be in demand and which will not. In the meantime, the Bureau of Labor Statistics has published information on 10 professions that will be highly popular in 2017.

1. Wind Turbine Technician

Not surprisingly, the work of a wind turbine technician is at the top of the list. The extraction of alternative energy and environmental protection are interrelated and take a priority position in the United States. As a result, the country will need specialists. If you are comfortable working on the street and at the height, this work is for you. It will require an entry level education. The average annual salary is over $ 51 050. The employment of wind turbine maintenance technicians is projected to increase by 108% to 2024.

2. Worker in the department of occupational therapy

If you like helping people recuperate or improve their working capacity every day, you will be taken directly to the department of occupational therapy. Specialists in this field must have an associate degree, and you may need to obtain an appropriate license. The average salary was $ 54 520 per year, or $ 26,21 per hour. Experience in a similar field is often not required.

3. Physiotherapist assistant

This job is for those who want to help others recover from injury. Assistants work directly with doctors to help patients recover from injury or illness. The average salary is $42 per year, or $980 per hour. Professionals in this field must have an associate's degree and may need to be licensed.

4. Home Care Assistant

Unfortunately, home health care workers are not paid very much—an average of $21 per year, or $920 per hour. Because of these pay rates, some people are looking for better positions, so the hiring outlook for next year is 10,54%. No special education is required for the job. Everyone takes short courses during or before being hired.

5. Nurse anesthetist, nurse practitioner and midwife

The average salary is $ 104 740 per year ($ 50,36 per hour), which is quite a good salary for many people. Responsibilities and job descriptions vary for each position, depending on work experience and position held. These professions require a master’s degree. The prospect of hiring will be 31% next year.

6. Physiotherapist

Hiring prospects next year will be 34%. To work in this position you must have a doctorate or professor's degree. The average pay is $84 or $020 per hour. Like assistants, doctors help patients recover from injury or illness.

7. Statistician

How to analyze data? Want to earn $ 80 110 per year (or $ 38,51 per hour)? If you are ready to get a master's degree, you do not have to worry about the workplace. Statisticians may work in various fields. About 15% of extras work for the federal government, 14% are located in research centers, and 13% work in financing and insurance.

8. Operations Research Specialist

Another position that requires a lot of analysis and mathematics. These analysts focus on helping organizations address their issues and concerns. The average salary is $ 78 630 per year or $ 37,80 per hour, and the prospect of hiring will be 30%.

9. Personal Financial Advisor

Most people want more money, right? If you decide to become a personal financial advisor, you can help people make wise decisions when it comes to money and provide smart, helpful financial advice to people from all walks of life. All you need is a bachelor's degree. The hiring outlook is 30% and the average salary is $89 per year or $160 per hour.

10. Genetic Advisor

Are you ready to earn a master's degree to become a genetic counselor? The average salary was $72, or $090 per hour, and the job outlook for the next year was 34,66%. A genetic counselor meets with individuals or families and helps identify the risk of inherited diseases. You can work in your own office, in a hospital, or in a doctor's office. You need to be certified for this job.

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