Healthcare Careers On the Rise |
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October 3, 2006
by AJ Fanter
aj.fanter@healthcare-programs.com
Healthcare Programs Columnist
According to a report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2004, the healthcare industry was one of the nation's largest employers, responsible for over 13.5 million total jobs. Furthermore, the report noted that health care career opportunities are on the rise.
In fact, between now and 2014, eight out of 20 of the fastest growing careers can be found within the rapidly expanding health care industry. In the next decade, more than 3.6 million new health care career opportunities will be created--more jobs than in any other industry.
What Does This Mean for You?
If you've been considering changing your current career path or have ever wondered what it's like to work in the health care industry, now is the time to give it a try! It's important to note that many of today's fastest-growing health care careers, while requiring some form of formal education, do not necessarily require a four-year degree. For example, there are many two-year degree programs that will prepare you for health care careers such as dental hygienist, radiologic technologist or registered nurse.
Where Are All These Health Care Careers?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are nine different employment sectors within the health care industry, each with their own unique health care career opportunities. They are:
- Hospitals
- Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
- Physician's Offices
- Dental Offices
- Home Health Care Services
- Other Health Practitioners (optometrists, chiropractors, psychologists)
- Outpatient Care Centers
- Other Ambulatory Health Care Services (blood banks, ambulance services)
- Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Are You Right for the Health Care Industry?
Before embarking on a health care career, it's a good idea to assess your own strengths. To excel in this field, you will not only need a solid foundation of training, but you should have a concern for the welfare of others. It also helps if you have the ability to work well with people in stressful situations.
If you're looking for a satisfying and rewarding career that offers a host of opportunities helping others, the health care industry could be just what the doctor ordered.
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About the Author
AJ Fanter is a freelance writer based in Reno, NV.
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