The employment landscape is an ever-changing one, especially in America. The U.S. Department of Labor is responsible for tracking job growth and projections in their Occupational Outlook Handbook. In their latest publication, fields with expected growth in the job market include education, mathematics, health care, and energy.
The following article will rundown some of the fastest-growing jobs in America from 2018-2028, giving brief descriptions of each.
Solar Photovoltaic Installer
The main role of a solar photovoltaic installer is to assemble, install, and maintain solar panel systems, usually in the home. These systems are usually on rooftops and are becoming more prevalent across the country as a bigger emphasis is placed on solar energy.
PV installers must be able to work with complex electrical equipment and prepared to be moving around on their feet for extended periods of time. The majority of PV installers will have received a high school diploma. Colleges and trade schools often provide courses on PV design and installation to supplement the on-the-job training you will receive.
Job growth for solar photovoltaic installers is projected to grow by 63% between 2018 and 2028.
Wind Turbine Service Technician
As with solar power, wind energy is becoming an increasingly necessary source of energy. As such, jobs in the wind turbine industry are set to see significant growth in the coming years. Wind turbine service technicians are responsible for assembling, installing, maintaining, and repairing wind turbines.
To be a wind turbine technician you will need to be able to work at altitude and in confined areas. Like PV installers, wind turbine technicians will most likely acquire their skills through a community college or specialized trade school.
The projected growth for this job between 2018 and 2028 in America is 57%.
Home Health and Personal Care Aide
Another job set to experience growth in the foreseeable future is home health carers. Personal care aides help the elderly, ill, and disabled with their daily lives around the home. This can include aiding eating, dressing, washing, and giving medication.
Aides will either work in a client's house or in an assisted living facility. Home health and personal care aides need to be evaluated beforehand or receive a certification to work. Depending on the state you live in, you will need to go to a community college or vocational school to learn the trade.
Home health and personal care aides are expected to grow by up to 37% in the job market between 2018 and 2028 in the US.
Occupational Therapy Assistant and Aide
Occupational therapy aides and assistants work to help patients develop and recover the skills necessary for daily life and work alongside an occupational therapist. Aides prepare treatment areas, clean equipment, and do admin for occupational therapists.
Occupational therapy aides usually have an associate's degree from a technical school or community college. They also have training on the job and often have previous healthcare experience and a high school diploma.
The Projected job growth in this sector is expected to exceed 30% in the next eight years.
Physician Assistant
Physician assistants are in charge of conducting diagnoses, treating illness, and performing physical examinations. All of these tasks are performed under the supervision of a senior figure in the form of a doctor.
Assistants do not need to attend medical school but will need to complete a master's program and be fully certified before practicing.
The projected job growth for physician assistants is 31% across the next decade.
Information Security Analyst
Companies are increasingly hiring people to protect their online information and assets. Information security analysts work to stop breaches and investigate them when they do occur.
Information security analysts will most likely need a bachelor's degree in IT or similar. This is one of the fastest-growing jobs In America right now and is expected to continue to grow by 32% between 2018 and 2028.
Statistician and Mathematician
Analyzing real-world data to draw practical and actionable conclusions is the primary objective of a statistician. Mathematicians and statisticians can work in many different sectors, including research institutions and the government.
A master's degree is usually required for a career in mathematics, data, and statistics. These occupations are two of the fastest-growing and are expected to increase in demand by between 26% and 31% in the coming years.
Genetic Counselor
The role of a genetics counselor is to assess risk for genetic conditions and to advise parents on the topic. They aid parents by making them aware of testing options and providing information about particular disorders.
Genetic counselors often have master's degrees in genetics or a similar field and go on to work in hospitals, medical laboratories, or doctor's offices.
The projected growth for the sector in the next eight years in the US is 27%.
Speech-Language Pathologist
The main focus of a speech-language pathologist is to diagnose and treat speech conditions, disorders, and aid communication in both children and adults. Speech therapists work in hospitals, residential care facilities, outpatient offices, and schools.
To work as a speech-language pathologist, you will likely need a master's degree and a state license to work in the area. The expected growth in the industry is projected to be upwards of 25% across the next decade.
Physical Therapist Assistant and Aide
The final job on the list of America's fastest-growing occupations is another aide. Physical therapist assistants work alongside physical therapists helping patients to exercise, stretch, and move better.
Aides deal with setting up equipment, organization of key paraphernalia, and performing administration tasks for the physical therapist.
Physical therapist assistants require an associate degree whilst physical therapist aides will likely only need a high school diploma and relevant experience and training.
The industry is growing fast and is expected to increase in demand by 20-30% over the following years.
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