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Computer Network Support Specialists

Information Technology $46.30 Associate's degree 6%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

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Computer User Support Specialists

Information Technology $29.80 Some college, no degree 6%  projected growth 80  annual job openings

Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.

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Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

Manufacturing $26.04 Some college, no degree 8%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office machines, such as duplicating and fax machines.

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Dental Assistants

Health Science $23.64 Postsecondary nondegree award 15%  projected growth 170  annual job openings

Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.

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Dental Hygienists

Health Science $51.41 Associate's degree 15%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.

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Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Manufacturing $43.08 Associate's degree 8%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.

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Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment

Manufacturing $42.33 Postsecondary nondegree award 7%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.

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Emergency Medical Technicians

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security $23.78 Postsecondary nondegree award 11%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.

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Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

Manufacturing $39.30 Associate's degree 5%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.

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Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources $27.88 Associate's degree 10%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.

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