New year, new career? Even in a troubled economy, it is possible to start a more fulfilling career. All you need to do is be aware of where the opportunities are, what kind of training you need to qualify for them, and how to make the most of all of this while still holding your current job.
Medical And Dental Assisting
This is one of the fastest growing fields. It doesn't require as much education as being a full doctor or dentist, but it still offers very competitive pay and a lot of rewarding opportunities to help others. Usually you can qualify for this kind of position by taking classes at a community college. An associates', certificate, or vocational program should give you the necessary education. Enroll and you may be able to start an apprenticeship even before you get your official certification. Many places offer training during the evening.
Post-Secondary Teaching
Colleges, vocational schools, and community colleges around the country are seeing explosive growth as more people push for a higher level of education. It might seem counterintuitive to go to school to teach others, but there is a surprisingly high level of education required in order to qualify. If you have a thirst for knowledge and think you might enjoy imparting your wisdom to others and helping them shape their educational careers, this might be for you.
Tax Preparation
Taxes are a constantly growing enterprise because of the constant demand. Deciding to become a professional prep worker can work in two different ways: either you can decide to go into it part-time, or you can elect to work full-time. Either way, your journey probably starts with a basic educational course to introduce you to what it's like. Practical courses are available from locations of major companies like Liberty Tax, H&R Block, and Jackson Hewitt.
Customer Service
Customer service workers are necessary for almost every industry. But perhaps most importantly, they're often employed by basic services providers which don't tend to see substantial drops regardless of how the economy performs. Customer service also allows you to tailor your career further while still helping people: you get to assist others and you get to indulge your passion for a particular technology.
Retail Sales
Most people don't expect this one, but as the economy picks up, people are going to flock back to retail sales. For many it's a grinding and difficult occupation, but it can also be entertaining, rewarding, and offer a lot of paths for advancement.
Author is a freelance copywriter. For more information about tax classes, please visit Liberty Tax.
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