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by Michael Farr
100 Fastest-Growing Careers, 11th Edition
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Relax. You Don’t Have to Read This Whole Book!
Who Should Use This Book?
Source of Information
Contents
Introduction
The 100 Fastest-Growing Careers List
Some Advice for Reviewing the Fastest-Growing Careers
Keep in Mind That Your Situation Is Probably Not “Average”
Four Important Labor Market Trends That Will Affect Your Career
1. Education Pays
2. Knowledge of Computer and Other Technologies Is Increasingly Important
3. Ongoing Education and Training Are Essential
4. Good Career Planning Is More Important Than Ever
Tips on Using This Book
Tips for People Exploring Career, Education, or Training Alternatives
Tips for Job Seekers
Tips for Employers and Business People
Tips for Counselors, Instructors, Career Specialists, Librarians, and Other Professionals
Information on the Major Parts of This Book
Part I: Using the Job-Match Grid to Choose a Career
Part II: Descriptions of the 100 Fastest-Growing Careers
Job Title
O*NET Codes
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Projections Data
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Part III: Quick Job Search—Seven Steps to Getting a Good Job in Less Time
Part IV: Important Trends in Jobs and Industries
Other Major Career Information Sources
Part I: Using the Job-Match Grid to Choose a Career
Thinking About Your Skills
Finding Your Skills on the Job-Match Grid
Your Hot List of Possible Career Matches
Thinking About Other Job-Related Factors
Economic Sensitivity
Outdoor Work
Physically Demanding Work
Hazardous Conditions
If Every Job on Your Hot List Is Now Crossed Off
Evaluating Occupations Described in This Book
Geographically Concentrated Jobs
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Projections Data
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Narrowing Down Your Choices
The Job-Match Grid
Part II: Descriptions of the 100 Fastest-Growing Careers
Accountants and Auditors
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Animal Care and Service Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Athletes, Coaches, Umpires, and Related Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Barbers, Cosmetologists, and Other Personal Appearance Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Bill and Account Collectors
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Billing and Posting Clerks and Machine Operators
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Biological Scientists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Cargo and Freight Agents
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Carpenters
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Child Care Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Computer Network, Systems, and Database Administrators
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Computer Software Engineers and Computer Programmers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Computer Support Specialists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Computer Systems Analysts
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Construction Equipment Operators
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Construction Laborers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Construction Managers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Cooks and Food Preparation Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Correctional Officers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Cost Estimators
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Counselors
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Customer Service Representatives
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Dental Assistants
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Dental Hygienists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Dentists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Desktop Publishers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Electricians
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Engineers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Environmental Scientists and Specialists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Financial Analysts
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Fire Fighters
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Fitness Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Food and Beverage Serving and Related Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Graphic Designers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Grounds Maintenance Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Home Health Aides and Personal and Home Care Aides
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Human Resources, Training, and Labor Relations Managers and Specialists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Instructional Coordinators
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Insurance Sales Agents
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Lawyers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Management Analysts
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Market and Survey Researchers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Medical and Health Services Managers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Medical Assistants
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Medical Equipment Repairers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Medical Records and Health Information Technicians
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Medical Scientists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Nursing and Psychiatric Aides
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Occupational Therapists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Office and Administrative Support Worker Supervisors and Managers
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Office Clerks, General
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Operations Research Analysts
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Personal Financial Advisors
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Pharmacists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Pharmacy Technicians and Aides
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Physical Therapists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Physician Assistants
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Physicians and Surgeons
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Plumbers, Pipelayers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Police and Detectives
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Public Relations Specialists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Real Estate Brokers and Sales Agents
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Receptionists and Information Clerks
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Recreation Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Registered Nurses
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Respiratory Therapists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Retail Salespersons
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Science Technicians
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Security Guards and Gaming Surveillance Officers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Social and Human Service Assistants
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Social Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Stock Clerks and Order Fillers
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Surgical Technologists
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Surveyors, Cartographers, Photogrammetrists, and Surveying and Mapping Technicians
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Teacher Assistants
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Teachers—Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Teachers—Postsecondary
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Teachers—Preschool, Except Special Education
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Teachers—Self-Enrichment Education
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Teachers—Special Education
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Truck Drivers and Driver/Sales Workers
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Veterinarians
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Water and Liquid Waste Treatment Plant and System Operators
Significant Points
Nature of the Work
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement
Employment
Job Outlook
Earnings
Related Occupations
Sources of Additional Information
Part III: QUICK JOB SEARCH Seven Steps to Getting a Good Job in Less Time
The Complete Text of a Results-Oriented Book by Michael Farr
The Three Types of Skills
Self-Management Skills
Transferable Skills
Job-Related Skills
Is It Possible to Find Your Ideal Job?
How Can You Explore Specific Job Titles and Industries?
Is Self-Employment or Starting a Business an Option?
Identify Your Job-Related Skills for Your Ideal Job
Use the Two Job Search Methods That Work Best
Most Effective Job Search Method 1: Develop a Network of Contacts in Five Easy Stages
Most Effective Job Search Method 2: Contact Employers Directly
Create a Powerful Job Search Tool: The JIST Card®
A JIST Card Is a Mini Resume
A JIST Card Can Lead to an Effective Phone Script
Use the Internet in Your Job Search
Use More Than One Job Search Method
Check Out Career-Specific Sites First
Get the Most Out of Less Effective Job Search Methods
Newspaper and Internet Help-Wanted Ads
Filling Out Applications
Public and Private Employment Agencies and Services
School and Other Employment Services
Mailing Out Lots of Resumes Blindly
Writing Chronological Resumes
Basic Chronological Resume Example
Improved Chronological Resume Example
Tips for Writing a Simple Chronological Resume
Tips for an Improved Chronological Resume
Writing Skills and Combination Resumes
More Resume Examples
The Chronological Resume to Emphasize Results
The Skills Resume for Those with Limited Work Experience
The Combination Resume for Those Changing Careers
The Electronic Resume
Quick Tips for Writing a Cover Letter in 15 Minutes
1. Write to Someone in Particular
2. Make Absolutely No Errors
3. Personalize Your Content
4. Present a Good Appearance
5. Begin with a Friendly Opening
6. Target Your Skills and Experiences
7. Close with an Action Statement
Make Your Search a Full-Time Job
Decide How Much Time You Will Spend Looking for Work Each Week and Day
Create a Specific Daily Job Search Schedule
Your First Impression May Be the Only One You Make
Follow the Three-Step Process for Answering Interview Questions
How to Earn a Thousand Dollars a Minute
Thank-You Notes Make a Difference
Use Job Lead Cards to Follow Up
In Closing
Additional Resources
Resume and Cover Letter Books
Job Search and Interviewing Books
Books with Information on Jobs
Internet Resources
Other Resources
Use a Career Portfolio to Support Your Resume
What Is a Career Portfolio?
Create a Digital Portfolio
Sample Resumes for Some of the Fastest-Growing Careers
Contact Information for Resume Contributors
Part IV: Important Trends in Jobs and Industries
Overview of Employment Projections Through 2018
Population
Labor Force
Employment
Employment Change by Industry
Employment Change by Occupation
Employment Change by Detailed Occupation
Employment Change by Education and Training Category
Total Job Openings
Additional Information About the 2008–2018 Projections
High-Paying Occupations with Many Openings, Projected 2008–2018
Large Metropolitan Areas That Had the Fastest Employment Growth, 2008
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