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Where is the Job Growth Expected Over the Next Decade?
When I was growing up, I had no idea that there might be career choices that would be better than others based on the trends of the economy. I knew I wanted to do something that helped people and went through thoughts of being a lawyer, a nurse and a journalist before ending up in the Early Intervention Field and later ending up at home as a full time mom. Did I know if those fields were overfilled? Heck no. But now, either due to technology and record keeping or because I follow these things more closely than my parents did, I have some information to share with my children...
It turns out that health care (both for pets and people) is going to be 7 out of 10 of the top job needs in the decade ahead. And we have the Baby Boomers to thank for this. Between the fact that they have money to spend on pet care and their own health care to increase their longevitiy and quality of life, they are driving the need in these areas. And as they grow older, one can only assume, the greated needs in health care will continue. The other top 3 in the top ten are computer related.
So, whether you are thinking about work for yourself or looking ahead for your growing children, keep this information in mind. While not all people are 'bent' in that direction, if you or your child is interested in those areas, you should definitely capitalize on your natural talents. If, like me, you aren't really sure what is out there, this can give you some direction. I found it interesting that the 'aide' and 'assistant' positions make the top ten and not doctors and nurses, but this is because of the health industries effort to keep costs down.
Here are the top 10 fastest growing jobs are:
1. Home Health Aides
2. Network Systems and Data Communications
3. Medical Assistants
4. Physician assistants
5. Computer software engineers, applications
6. Physical Therapist Assistants
7. Dental hygienists
8. Computer software engineers, systems software
9. Dental Assistants
10. Personal and home care aides
