With the US unemployment rate stuck at a disturbing 9.5%, millions of Americans are contemplating a career change, especially the ladies.
For the women who are looking for jobs in fields that are growing, here's a helping hand. Researcher Laurence Shatkin, author of Best Jobs for the 21st Century, analyzed Bureau of Labor Statistics data to determine the fastest-growing jobs for women. Using job-growth projections from 2008 to 2018, and factoring in fields that are comprised of 70% or more women, he came up with a list of the top 20 jobs that will be in demand over the next 10 years, and are particularly attractive to women interested in job flexibility.
Below is the top 10 Fastest-Growing Jobs For Women for 2010
1. Home Health Aides
Projected Growth by 2018: 50.0%
Women in this Position: 88.0%
Median Annual Wage: $20,500
2. Skin Care Specialists
Projected Growth by 2018: 37.8%
Women in this Position: 78.6%
Median Annual Wage: $28,500
3. Athletic Trainers
Projected Growth by 2018: 36.9%
Women in this Position: 88.9%
Median Annual Wage: $41,500
4. Physical Therapist Aides
Projected Growth by 2018: 36.3%
Women in this Position: 78.6%
Median Annual Wage: $24,000
5. Dental Hygienists
Projected Growth by 2018: 36.1%
Women in this Position: 96.1%
Median Annual Wage: $67,500
6. Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Projected Growth by 2018: 35.8%
Women in this Position: 77.6%
Median Annual Wage: $29,500
7. Dental Assistants
Projected Growth by 2018: 35.7%
Women in this Position: 96.7%
Median Annual Wage: $33,000
8. Medical Assistants
Projected Growth by 2018: 33.9%
Women in this Position: 90.4%
Median Annual Wage: $28,500
9. Physical Therapist Assistants
Projected Growth by 2018: 33.3%
Women in this Position: 78.6%
Median Annual Wage: $48,500
10. Occupational Therapist Aides
Projected Growth by 2018: 30.6%
Women in this Position: 77.8%
Median Annual Wage: $25,500
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