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Occupational Therapy Assistants

Health Science $31.49 Associate's degree 34%  projected growth 240  annual job openings

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

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Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

Health Science $17.68 Postsecondary nondegree award 15%  projected growth 230  annual job openings

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions. May administer eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct the patient in care and use of corrective lenses.

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Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security $24.68 Associate's degree 14%  projected growth 1,510  annual job openings

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

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Paramedics

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security $21.24 Postsecondary nondegree award 12%  projected growth 840  annual job openings

Administer basic or advanced emergency medical care and assess injuries and illnesses. May administer medication intravenously, use equipment such as EKGs, or administer advanced life support to sick or injured individuals.

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Phlebotomists

Health Science $17.82 Postsecondary nondegree award 26%  projected growth 940  annual job openings

Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

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Physical Therapist Assistants

Health Science $29.49 Associate's degree 37%  projected growth 490  annual job openings

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

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Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Health Science $30.03 Associate's degree 11%  projected growth 630  annual job openings

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

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Respiratory Therapists

Health Science $30.96 Associate's degree 27%  projected growth 350  annual job openings

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

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Skincare Specialists

Human Services $24.14 Postsecondary nondegree award 26%  projected growth 220  annual job openings

Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.

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Surgical Technologists

Health Science $23.67 Postsecondary nondegree award 12%  projected growth 300  annual job openings

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

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