Deciding what to study in school and what jobs will be the most rewarding can be a challenge. While there are many options to consider, here are six jobs that are both rewarding and lucrative:
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse practitioners are nurses with advanced degrees, who are authorized to do many of the things that doctors are. Also known as advanced practice registered nurses (APRN), nurse practitioners specialize in certain areas of interested. Nurse practitioners make high salaries, anywhere from $68,000 to $130,000, are in high demand, and do gratifying work that contributes to society. A master’s degree in nursing is required for this career.
Software Developer
Software developers are currently experiencing a golden age. They are in extremely high demand. Companies like Apple, Google, Facebook, Twitter, and countless other tech giants always seem to be hiring talented software developers. There is employment for software developers in all major cities, and some even work remotely. There are software development boot camps you can attend that will prepare you for work as a developer. This career is interesting, creative, lucrative and always growing.
Accountant
Accountants are always in demand. Not many people enjoy doing their taxes or handling their money, and many people are willing to pay to have someone else do it for them. not to mention all of the major corporations that have accountants to take care of their books. The median annual salary for accountants is around $65,000. In order to become an accountant, you have to pass the Certified Public Accountant exam in your state.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapists offer people hands on treatment that can relieve pain, increase mobility and generally increase quality of life after accidents or injuries. Physical therapists can choose what population of people they want to work with and specialize in sports medicine, pediatric physical therapy, geriatric physical therapy and anything in between. The average pay for a physical therapist in the U.S. is around $80,000. It takes years of schooling and a master’s degree to become a physical therapist, but it is very rewarding.
Massage Therapist
Massage therapy offers a great career to people who do not want to spend tons of time and money going back to college. That is not to say that massage therapists do not receive training. Most massage therapists require 500-1500 hours of training before certification. Massage therapy is a hands-on career where you can truly help people.
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurses (RN) provide patients with care, comfort, and medical know how. RNs are in high demand and will stay in demand. The median salary for an RN is $65,000. Nurses have to spend a lot of time in school, but less time than APRNs and physicians.
Finding a career that is both rewarding and enjoyable is important. These career ideas can you started on finding the perfect job for your lifestyle.
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