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Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources $21.33 Associate's degree 8%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.

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Firefighters

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security $27.36 Postsecondary nondegree award 2%  projected growth 110  annual job openings

Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance.

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Forest and Conservation Technicians

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources $22.74 Associate's degree 2%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.

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Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources $26.50 Associate's degree 21%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Assist scientists or engineers in the use of electronic, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in laboratory, exploration, and production activities to obtain data indicating resources such as metallic ore, minerals, gas, coal, or petroleum. Analyze mud and drill cuttings. Chart pressure, temperature, and other characteristics of wells or bore holes.

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Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars

Health Science $29.45 Associate's degree 12%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Apply knowledge of healthcare and information systems to assist in the design, development, and continued modification and analysis of computerized healthcare systems. Abstract, collect, and analyze treatment and followup information of patients. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the healthcare information system. May design, develop, test, and implement databases with complete history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status to help monitor diseases.

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Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

Health Science $21.56 Postsecondary nondegree award 14%  projected growth 70  annual job openings

All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other

Health Science $30.57 Postsecondary nondegree award 12%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

All healthcare practitioners and technical workers not listed separately.

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Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Architecture & Construction $34.52 Postsecondary nondegree award 9%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Install or repair heating, central air conditioning, HVAC, or refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hot-air furnaces, and heating stoves.

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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $28.76 Postsecondary nondegree award 7%  projected growth 320  annual job openings

Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.

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Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping

Business Management & Administration $24.87 Associate's degree 10%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

Compile and keep personnel records. Record data for each employee, such as address, weekly earnings, absences, amount of sales or production, supervisory reports, and date of and reason for termination. May prepare reports for employment records, file employment records, or search employee files and furnish information to authorized persons.

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