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10 Hot Jobs for 2011

TJOBS FOR 2011 mindflash.com 10 (and how to get one) Looking to make a smart career leap in soft labor market? Here are 10 of the most in-demand jobs in the U.S. - and the training it takes to get one. National unemployment may seem depressingly stuck at 9%, but in certain industries, employers with labor shortages and thousands of openings. Based on the latest BLS reports and other data, we've identified 10 of the fastest-growing jobs in the economy with the brightest long- term prospects. If you've been thinking about making a post- recession career leap, we've detailed the core training require- ments and skills you'll need to make it happen. the ones struggling WHAT YOU DO: Develop and build apps for smartphones A Startups that specialize in mobile apps; estab- and next-gen tablet PCs. WHO'S HIRING? MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER lished companies expanding services to mobile channels. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 131% $73,250-$102,500 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in top mobile platforms, including Java ME, Symbian, iOS, and others. 50,000+ WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Booming popularity of app networks that support mobile devices. Math and engineering; creative problem-solving; entrepreneurial. WHAT YOU DO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER Design and develop bio-related products and systems, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, and medi- cal information systems. WHO'S HIRING? Top biomed engineering firms including Car- dioKinetix, Devax, Sequent Medical, Synare, Talima Therapeuties. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 72% $46,762 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • License required in all states if you offer public services. Requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 11,600 WHY IT'S HOT Tech advances are aligned with the medical needs of an aging population. KEY SKILLS Science, chemistry and related fields; complex problem solving; systems analysis. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HOME HEALTH AIDE Provide in-home assistance for the disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. State/county welfare agencies, private home health agencies, nursing and care facilities. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 50% $ $21,620 TRAINING REQUIRED · Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Competency test: To work for agencies that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimburse- ment, aides must receive formal training and pass a competency test. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 170,000 +. WHY IT'S HOT Increasing numbers of chronic care patients, who can be treated more cost-efficiently from home. KEY SKILLS In good physical shape; desire to help others; strong interpersonal skills. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT WHAT YOU DO: ! Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and pre- ventive healthcare services, directed by a physician or surgeon. WHO'S HIRING? Private practices, hospitals, nonprofits, federal government AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTEO HIRING GROWTH: $64,000-$77,000 39% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • Accredited PA educational program PROJECTED OPENINGS: 29,200 WHY IT'S HOT Expansion of healthcare industries with an emphasis on cost containment, as PAs often relieve physicians of routine procedures. up to 2 years) • Become Physician Assistant Certified (optional) by passing the Physician Assistant National Certifying E to graduates of accredited PA edpen only programs. KEY SKILLS Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: Build, test, and launch business software applications and systems. WHO'S HIRING? SOFTWARE ENGINEER VC-backed tech startups, large tech firms PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 34% $ $45,000 - $100,000 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in popular lan- guages: Java, C/C++, PHP, Python, etc. KEY SKILLS PROJECTED OPENINGS: 175,100 WHY IT'S HOT Tech startups, and giants like Facebook and Google alike, can't recruit enough top, in-house engineering talent fast enough to keep pace with rivals. Creative problem-solving and analytical skills; communication; attention to detail ENVIRONMENTAL ? ENGINEER WHAT YOU DO Develop solutions to environmental problems, from water and air pollution control to recycling, and waste disposal. WHO'S HIRING? LA Engineering consulting firms, Air and Waste Management Association, American Water Works Association, Solid Waste Association of North America PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 31% $ $45,000-$66,480 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • License r Dublic services in all states if you offer ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. 16,600 Requires a degree from an WHY IT'S HOT Private and government investment boom in green technologies. KEY SKILLS Math and science; interest/knowledge in environmental issues. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HVAC TECHNICIAN Install, service, and repair heating. ventilation, A/Cand refrigeration systems. Equipment manufacturers and HVAC firms; government facilities & hospitals. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 28% $26,000 - $40,000 TRAINING REQUIRED •6 months to 2 years of vocational career training from accrediting agencies, such as HVAC Excellence. •6 months to 2 years of on the job training. PROJECTED OPENINGS: L 86,600 WHY IT'S HOT Compliance oandards; retirement of KEY SKILLS with new efficieney older technicians. Strong mechanical skills; communication skills; physically fit. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? FINANCIAL ANALYST Provide financial/investment guidance to banks, insurance companies, securities firms, and other businesses and individuals. Private firms, hospitals, nonprofits, local, state and federal governments, colleges. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY $39,000-$51,000 PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 20% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree • Master's degree (required for some postions) • Licensure. Depends on sector. The al Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the main licensing organization for the securities industry. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 49,600 WHY IT'S HOT Increased complexity and global diversification of investments, and growth in the overall amount of assets under management. KEY SKILLS Strong communication and analytical skills; business finance; proficiency with borrow- ing structures. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN Assemble and organize patients' medical history and data, ensuring quality, accuracy, and security. Physician practices, nursing facilities, outpatient care centers, hospitals, HMOS. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 20% $ $24,000-$39,000 TRAINING REQUIRED Associate degree (2 years) • Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) credential (preferred), via training courses PROJECTED OPENINGS: 35,100 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Industry-wide shift to electronic records is a gargantuan undertaking, accelerated by an older, more care-dependent population. Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER ide intellectual development of children in grades K-6. d social Regional school districts, non-profit institutions, private schools. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 15.8% $ $30,917 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree with teaching credential. Programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. · Licensure. Completion of approved teacher education program (varies by state); not required for private schools. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 244,200 WHY IT'S HOT Teacher shortages in many regions; federal funding increases, more teacher involvement in school policy, greater public interest in education. KEY SKILLS Instruction, public speaking, social perceptiveness, active listening, decision-making. SOURCES mindflash.com Job growth & hiring forecasts: US Bureau of Labor Sutitics. "Oocepanional Employment Projections to 2018. Salary data PyScale.com Traiing S s US Handbook, 2010-11 Edionind Supporting dala a tem CNNMeycom US News & Wrld Report tof Labor, "Okcupational Outlook Robert Ha indury sources TJOBS HOT. FOR 2011 mindflash.com 10 (and how to get one) Looking to make a smart career leap in soft labor market? Here are 10 of the most in-demand jobs in the U.S. - and the training it takes to get one. National unemployment may seem depressingly stuck at 9%, but in certain industries, employers with labor shortages and thousands of openings. Based on the latest BLS reports and other data, we've identified 10 of the fastest-growing jobs in the economy with the brightest long- term prospects. If you've been thinking about making a post- recession career leap, we've detailed the core training require- ments and skills you'll need to make it happen. the ones struggling WHAT YOU DO: Develop and build apps for smartphones A Startups that specialize in mobile apps; estab- and next-gen tablet PCs. WHO'S HIRING? MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER lished companies expanding services to mobile channels. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 131% $73,250-$102,500 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in top mobile platforms, including Java ME, Symbian, iOS, and others. 50,000+ WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Booming popularity of app networks that support mobile devices. Math and engineering; creative problem-solving; entrepreneurial. WHAT YOU DO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER Design and develop bio-related products and systems, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, and medi- cal information systems. WHO'S HIRING? Top biomed engineering firms including Car- dioKinetix, Devax, Sequent Medical, Synare, Talima Therapeuties. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 72% $46,762 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • License required in all states if you offer public services. Requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 11,600 WHY IT'S HOT Tech advances are aligned with the medical needs of an aging population. KEY SKILLS Science, chemistry and related fields; complex problem solving; systems analysis. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HOME HEALTH AIDE Provide in-home assistance for the disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. State/county welfare agencies, private home health agencies, nursing and care facilities. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 50% $ $21,620 TRAINING REQUIRED · Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Competency test: To work for agencies that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimburse- ment, aides must receive formal training and pass a competency test. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 170,000 + WHY IT'S HOT Increasing numbers of chronic care patients, who can be treated more cost-efficiently from home. KEY SKILLS In good physical shape; desire to help others; strong interpersonal skills. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT WHAT YOU DO: ! Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and pre- ventive healthcare services, directed by a physician or surgeon. WHO'S HIRING? Private practices, hospitals, nonprofits, federal government AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTEO HIRING GROWTH: $64,000-$77,000 39% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • Accredited PA educational program PROJECTED OPENINGS: 29,200 up to 2 years) • Become Physician Assistant Certified (optional) by passing the Physician Assistant National Certifying E WHY IT'S HOT Expansion of healthcare industries with an emphasis on cost containment, as PAs often relieve physicians of routine procedures. to graduates of accredited PA edpen only programs. KEY SKILLS Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: Build, test, and launch business software applications and systems. WHO'S HIRING? SOFTWARE ENGINEER VC-backed tech startups, large tech firms PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 34% $ $45,000 - $100,000 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in popular lan- guages: Java, C/C++, PHP, Python, etc. KEY SKILLS PROJECTED OPENINGS: 175,100 WHY IT'S HOT Tech startups, and giants like Facebook and Google alike, can't recruit enough top, in-house engineering talent fast enough to keep pace with rivals. Creative problem-solving and analytical skills; communication; attention to detail ENVIRONMENTAL ? ENGINEER WHAT YOU DO Develop solutions to environmental problems, from water and air pollution control to recycling, and waste disposal. WHO'S HIRING? LA Engineering consulting firms, Air and Waste Management Association, American Water Works Association, Solid Waste Association of North America PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 31% $ $45,000-$66,480 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • License r Dublic services in all states if you offer ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. 16,600 Requires a degree from an WHY IT'S HOT Private and government investment boom in green technologies. KEY SKILLS Math and science; interest/knowledge in environmental issues. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HVAC TECHNICIAN Install, service, and repair heating. ventilation, A/Cand refrigeration systems. Equipment manufacturers and HVAC firms; government facilities & hospitals. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 28% $26,000 - $40,000 TRAINING REQUIRED •6 months to 2 years of vocational career training from accrediting agencies, such as HVAC Excellence. •6 months to 2 years of on the job training. PROJECTED OPENINGS: L 86,600 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Compliance oandards; retirement of with new efficieney older technicians. Strong mechanical skills; communication skills; physically fit. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? FINANCIAL ANALYST Provide financial/investment guidance to banks, insurance companies, securities firms, and other businesses and individuals. Private firms, hospitals, nonprofits, local, state and federal governments, colleges. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY $39,000-$51,000 PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 20% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree • Master's degree (required for some postions) • Licensure. Depends on sector. The al Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the main licensing organization for the securities industry. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 49,600 WHY IT'S HOT Increased complexity and global diversification of investments, and growth in the overall amount of assets under management. KEY SKILLS Strong communication and analytical skills; business finance; proficiency with borrow- ing structures. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN Assemble and organize patients' medical history and data, ensuring quality, accuracy, and security. Physician practices, nursing facilities, outpatient care centers, hospitals, HMOS. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 20% $ $24,000-$39,000 TRAINING REQUIRED Associate degree (2 years) • Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) credential (preferred), via training courses PROJECTED OPENINGS: 35,100 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Industry-wide shift to electronic records is a gargantuan undertaking, accelerated by an older, more care-dependent population. Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER ide intellectual development of children in grades K-6. d social Regional school districts, non-profit institutions, private schools. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 15.8% $ $30,917 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree with teaching credential. Programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. · Licensure. Completion of approved teacher education program (varies by state); not required for private schools. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 244,200 WHY IT'S HOT Teacher shortages in many regions; federal funding increases, more teacher involvement in school policy, greater public interest in education. KEY SKILLS Instruction, public speaking, social perceptiveness, active listening, decision-making. SOURCES mindflash.com Job growth & hiring forecasts: US Bureau of Labor Sutitics. "Oocepanional Employment Projections to 2018. Salary data PyScale.com Traiing S s US Handbook, 2010-11 Edionind Supporting dala a tem CNNMeycom US News & Wrld Report tof Labor, "Okcupational Outlook Robert Ha W So TJOBS HOT. FOR 2011 mindflash.com 10 (and how to get one) Looking to make a smart career leap in soft labor market? Here are 10 of the most in-demand jobs in the U.S. - and the training it takes to get one. National unemployment may seem depressingly stuck at 9%, but in certain industries, employers with labor shortages and thousands of openings. Based on the latest BLS reports and other data, we've identified 10 of the fastest-growing jobs in the economy with the brightest long- term prospects. If you've been thinking about making a post- recession career leap, we've detailed the core training require- ments and skills you'll need to make it happen. the ones struggling WHAT YOU DO: Develop and build apps for smartphones A Startups that specialize in mobile apps; estab- and next-gen tablet PCs. WHO'S HIRING? MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER lished companies expanding services to mobile channels. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 131% $73,250-$102,500 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in top mobile platforms, including Java ME, Symbian, iOS, and others. 50,000+ WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Booming popularity of app networks that support mobile devices. Math and engineering; creative problem-solving; entrepreneurial. WHAT YOU DO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER Design and develop bio-related products and systems, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, and medi- cal information systems. WHO'S HIRING? Top biomed engineering firms including Car- dioKinetix, Devax, Sequent Medical, Synare, Talima Therapeuties. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 72% $46,762 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • License required in all states if you offer public services. Requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 11,600 WHY IT'S HOT Tech advances are aligned with the medical needs of an aging population. KEY SKILLS Science, chemistry and related fields; complex problem solving; systems analysis. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HOME HEALTH AIDE Provide in-home assistance for the disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. State/county welfare agencies, private home health agencies, nursing and care facilities. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 50% $ $21,620 TRAINING REQUIRED · Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Competency test: To work for agencies that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimburse- ment, aides must receive formal training and pass a competency test. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 170,000 + WHY IT'S HOT Increasing numbers of chronic care patients, who can be treated more cost-efficiently from home. KEY SKILLS In good physical shape; desire to help others; strong interpersonal skills. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT WHAT YOU DO: ! Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and pre- ventive healthcare services, directed by a physician or surgeon. WHO'S HIRING? Private practices, hospitals, nonprofits, federal government AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTEO HIRING GROWTH: $64,000-$77,000 39% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • Accredited PA educational program PROJECTED OPENINGS: 29,200 up to 2 years) • Become Physician Assistant Certified (optional) by passing the Physician Assistant National Certifying E WHY IT'S HOT Expansion of healthcare industries with an emphasis on cost containment, as PAs often relieve physicians of routine procedures. to graduates of accredited PA edpen only programs. KEY SKILLS Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: Build, test, and launch business software applications and systems. WHO'S HIRING? SOFTWARE ENGINEER VC-backed tech startups, large tech firms PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 34% $ $45,000 - $100,000 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in popular lan- guages: Java, C/C++, PHP, Python, etc. KEY SKILLS PROJECTED OPENINGS: 175,100 WHY IT'S HOT Tech startups, and giants like Facebook and Google alike, can't recruit enough top, in-house engineering talent fast enough to keep pace with rivals. Creative problem-solving and analytical skills; communication; attention to detail ENVIRONMENTAL ? ENGINEER WHAT YOU DO Develop solutions to environmental problems, from water and air pollution control to recycling, and waste disposal. WHO'S HIRING? LA Engineering consulting firms, Air and Waste Management Association, American Water Works Association, Solid Waste Association of North America PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 31% $ $45,000-$66,480 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • License r Dublic services in all states if you offer ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. 16,600 Requires a degree from an WHY IT'S HOT Private and government investment boom in green technologies. KEY SKILLS Math and science; interest/knowledge in environmental issues. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HVAC TECHNICIAN Install, service, and repair heating. ventilation, A/Cand refrigeration systems. Equipment manufacturers and HVAC firms; government facilities & hospitals. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 28% $26,000 - $40,000 TRAINING REQUIRED •6 months to 2 years of vocational career training from accrediting agencies, such as HVAC Excellence. •6 months to 2 years of on the job training. PROJECTED OPENINGS: L 86,600 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Compliance oandards; retirement of with new efficieney older technicians. Strong mechanical skills; communication skills; physically fit. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? FINANCIAL ANALYST Provide financial/investment guidance to banks, insurance companies, securities firms, and other businesses and individuals. Private firms, hospitals, nonprofits, local, state and federal governments, colleges. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY $39,000-$51,000 PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 20% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree • Master's degree (required for some postions) • Licensure. Depends on sector. The al Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the main licensing organization for the securities industry. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 49,600 WHY IT'S HOT Increased complexity and global diversification of investments, and growth in the overall amount of assets under management. KEY SKILLS Strong communication and analytical skills; business finance; proficiency with borrow- ing structures. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN Assemble and organize patients' medical history and data, ensuring quality, accuracy, and security. Physician practices, nursing facilities, outpatient care centers, hospitals, HMOS. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 20% $ $24,000-$39,000 TRAINING REQUIRED Associate degree (2 years) • Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) credential (preferred), via training courses PROJECTED OPENINGS: 35,100 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Industry-wide shift to electronic records is a gargantuan undertaking, accelerated by an older, more care-dependent population. Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER ide intellectual development of children in grades K-6. d social Regional school districts, non-profit institutions, private schools. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 15.8% $ $30,917 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree with teaching credential. Programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. · Licensure. Completion of approved teacher education program (varies by state); not required for private schools. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 244,200 WHY IT'S HOT Teacher shortages in many regions; federal funding increases, more teacher involvement in school policy, greater public interest in education. KEY SKILLS Instruction, public speaking, social perceptiveness, active listening, decision-making. SOURCES mindflash.com Job growth & hiring forecasts: US Bureau of Labor Sutitics. "Oocepanional Employment Projections to 2018. Salary data PyScale.com Traiing S s US Handbook, 2010-11 Edionind Supporting dala a tem CNNMeycom US News & Wrld Report tof Labor, "Okcupational Outlook Robert Ha W So TJOBS HOT. FOR 2011 mindflash.com 10 (and how to get one) Looking to make a smart career leap in soft labor market? Here are 10 of the most in-demand jobs in the U.S. - and the training it takes to get one. National unemployment may seem depressingly stuck at 9%, but in certain industries, employers with labor shortages and thousands of openings. Based on the latest BLS reports and other data, we've identified 10 of the fastest-growing jobs in the economy with the brightest long- term prospects. If you've been thinking about making a post- recession career leap, we've detailed the core training require- ments and skills you'll need to make it happen. the ones struggling WHAT YOU DO: Develop and build apps for smartphones A Startups that specialize in mobile apps; estab- and next-gen tablet PCs. WHO'S HIRING? MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER lished companies expanding services to mobile channels. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 131% $73,250-$102,500 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in top mobile platforms, including Java ME, Symbian, iOS, and others. 50,000+ WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Booming popularity of app networks that support mobile devices. Math and engineering; creative problem-solving; entrepreneurial. WHAT YOU DO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER Design and develop bio-related products and systems, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, and medi- cal information systems. WHO'S HIRING? Top biomed engineering firms including Car- dioKinetix, Devax, Sequent Medical, Synare, Talima Therapeuties. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 72% $46,762 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • License required in all states if you offer public services. Requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 11,600 WHY IT'S HOT Tech advances are aligned with the medical needs of an aging population. KEY SKILLS Science, chemistry and related fields; complex problem solving; systems analysis. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HOME HEALTH AIDE Provide in-home assistance for the disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. State/county welfare agencies, private home health agencies, nursing and care facilities. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 50% $ $21,620 TRAINING REQUIRED · Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Competency test: To work for agencies that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimburse- ment, aides must receive formal training and pass a competency test. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 170,000 + WHY IT'S HOT Increasing numbers of chronic care patients, who can be treated more cost-efficiently from home. KEY SKILLS In good physical shape; desire to help others; strong interpersonal skills. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT WHAT YOU DO: ! Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and pre- ventive healthcare services, directed by a physician or surgeon. WHO'S HIRING? Private practices, hospitals, nonprofits, federal government AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTEO HIRING GROWTH: $64,000-$77,000 39% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • Accredited PA educational program PROJECTED OPENINGS: 29,200 up to 2 years) • Become Physician Assistant Certified (optional) by passing the Physician Assistant National Certifying E WHY IT'S HOT Expansion of healthcare industries with an emphasis on cost containment, as PAs often relieve physicians of routine procedures. to graduates of accredited PA edpen only programs. KEY SKILLS Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: Build, test, and launch business software applications and systems. WHO'S HIRING? SOFTWARE ENGINEER VC-backed tech startups, large tech firms PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 34% $ $45,000 - $100,000 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in popular lan- guages: Java, C/C++, PHP, Python, etc. KEY SKILLS PROJECTED OPENINGS: 175,100 WHY IT'S HOT Tech startups, and giants like Facebook and Google alike, can't recruit enough top, in-house engineering talent fast enough to keep pace with rivals. Creative problem-solving and analytical skills; communication; attention to detail ENVIRONMENTAL ? ENGINEER WHAT YOU DO Develop solutions to environmental problems, from water and air pollution control to recycling, and waste disposal. WHO'S HIRING? LA Engineering consulting firms, Air and Waste Management Association, American Water Works Association, Solid Waste Association of North America PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 31% $ $45,000-$66,480 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • License r Dublic services in all states if you offer ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. 16,600 Requires a degree from an WHY IT'S HOT Private and government investment boom in green technologies. KEY SKILLS Math and science; interest/knowledge in environmental issues. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HVAC TECHNICIAN Install, service, and repair heating. ventilation, A/Cand refrigeration systems. Equipment manufacturers and HVAC firms; government facilities & hospitals. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 28% $26,000 - $40,000 TRAINING REQUIRED •6 months to 2 years of vocational career training from accrediting agencies, such as HVAC Excellence. •6 months to 2 years of on the job training. PROJECTED OPENINGS: L 86,600 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Compliance oandards; retirement of with new efficieney older technicians. Strong mechanical skills; communication skills; physically fit. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? FINANCIAL ANALYST Provide financial/investment guidance to banks, insurance companies, securities firms, and other businesses and individuals. Private firms, hospitals, nonprofits, local, state and federal governments, colleges. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY $39,000-$51,000 PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 20% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree • Master's degree (required for some postions) • Licensure. Depends on sector. The al Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the main licensing organization for the securities industry. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 49,600 WHY IT'S HOT Increased complexity and global diversification of investments, and growth in the overall amount of assets under management. KEY SKILLS Strong communication and analytical skills; business finance; proficiency with borrow- ing structures. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN Assemble and organize patients' medical history and data, ensuring quality, accuracy, and security. Physician practices, nursing facilities, outpatient care centers, hospitals, HMOS. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 20% $ $24,000-$39,000 TRAINING REQUIRED Associate degree (2 years) • Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) credential (preferred), via training courses PROJECTED OPENINGS: 35,100 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Industry-wide shift to electronic records is a gargantuan undertaking, accelerated by an older, more care-dependent population. Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER ide intellectual development of children in grades K-6. d social Regional school districts, non-profit institutions, private schools. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 15.8% $ $30,917 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree with teaching credential. Programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. · Licensure. Completion of approved teacher education program (varies by state); not required for private schools. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 244,200 WHY IT'S HOT Teacher shortages in many regions; federal funding increases, more teacher involvement in school policy, greater public interest in education. KEY SKILLS Instruction, public speaking, social perceptiveness, active listening, decision-making. SOURCES mindflash.com Job growth & hiring forecasts: US Bureau of Labor Sutitics. "Oocepanional Employment Projections to 2018. Salary data PyScale.com Traiing S s US Handbook, 2010-11 Edionind Supporting dala a tem CNNMeycom US News & Wrld Report tof Labor, "Okcupational Outlook Robert Ha W So TJOBS HOT. FOR 2011 mindflash.com 10 (and how to get one) Looking to make a smart career leap in soft labor market? Here are 10 of the most in-demand jobs in the U.S. - and the training it takes to get one. National unemployment may seem depressingly stuck at 9%, but in certain industries, employers with labor shortages and thousands of openings. Based on the latest BLS reports and other data, we've identified 10 of the fastest-growing jobs in the economy with the brightest long- term prospects. If you've been thinking about making a post- recession career leap, we've detailed the core training require- ments and skills you'll need to make it happen. the ones struggling WHAT YOU DO: Develop and build apps for smartphones A Startups that specialize in mobile apps; estab- and next-gen tablet PCs. WHO'S HIRING? MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER lished companies expanding services to mobile channels. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 131% $73,250-$102,500 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in top mobile platforms, including Java ME, Symbian, iOS, and others. 50,000+ WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Booming popularity of app networks that support mobile devices. Math and engineering; creative problem-solving; entrepreneurial. WHAT YOU DO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER Design and develop bio-related products and systems, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, and medi- cal information systems. WHO'S HIRING? Top biomed engineering firms including Car- dioKinetix, Devax, Sequent Medical, Synare, Talima Therapeuties. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 72% $46,762 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • License required in all states if you offer public services. Requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 11,600 WHY IT'S HOT Tech advances are aligned with the medical needs of an aging population. KEY SKILLS Science, chemistry and related fields; complex problem solving; systems analysis. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HOME HEALTH AIDE Provide in-home assistance for the disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. State/county welfare agencies, private home health agencies, nursing and care facilities. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 50% $ $21,620 TRAINING REQUIRED · Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Competency test: To work for agencies that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimburse- ment, aides must receive formal training and pass a competency test. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 170,000 + WHY IT'S HOT Increasing numbers of chronic care patients, who can be treated more cost-efficiently from home. KEY SKILLS In good physical shape; desire to help others; strong interpersonal skills. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT WHAT YOU DO: ! Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and pre- ventive healthcare services, directed by a physician or surgeon. WHO'S HIRING? Private practices, hospitals, nonprofits, federal government AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTEO HIRING GROWTH: $64,000-$77,000 39% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • Accredited PA educational program PROJECTED OPENINGS: 29,200 up to 2 years) • Become Physician Assistant Certified (optional) by passing the Physician Assistant National Certifying E WHY IT'S HOT Expansion of healthcare industries with an emphasis on cost containment, as PAs often relieve physicians of routine procedures. to graduates of accredited PA edpen only programs. KEY SKILLS Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: Build, test, and launch business software applications and systems. WHO'S HIRING? SOFTWARE ENGINEER VC-backed tech startups, large tech firms PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 34% $ $45,000 - $100,000 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in popular lan- guages: Java, C/C++, PHP, Python, etc. KEY SKILLS PROJECTED OPENINGS: 175,100 WHY IT'S HOT Tech startups, and giants like Facebook and Google alike, can't recruit enough top, in-house engineering talent fast enough to keep pace with rivals. Creative problem-solving and analytical skills; communication; attention to detail ENVIRONMENTAL ? ENGINEER WHAT YOU DO Develop solutions to environmental problems, from water and air pollution control to recycling, and waste disposal. WHO'S HIRING? LA Engineering consulting firms, Air and Waste Management Association, American Water Works Association, Solid Waste Association of North America PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 31% $ $45,000-$66,480 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • License r Dublic services in all states if you offer ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. 16,600 Requires a degree from an WHY IT'S HOT Private and government investment boom in green technologies. KEY SKILLS Math and science; interest/knowledge in environmental issues. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HVAC TECHNICIAN Install, service, and repair heating. ventilation, A/Cand refrigeration systems. Equipment manufacturers and HVAC firms; government facilities & hospitals. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 28% $26,000 - $40,000 TRAINING REQUIRED •6 months to 2 years of vocational career training from accrediting agencies, such as HVAC Excellence. •6 months to 2 years of on the job training. PROJECTED OPENINGS: L 86,600 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Compliance oandards; retirement of with new efficieney older technicians. Strong mechanical skills; communication skills; physically fit. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? FINANCIAL ANALYST Provide financial/investment guidance to banks, insurance companies, securities firms, and other businesses and individuals. Private firms, hospitals, nonprofits, local, state and federal governments, colleges. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY $39,000-$51,000 PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 20% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree • Master's degree (required for some postions) • Licensure. Depends on sector. The al Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the main licensing organization for the securities industry. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 49,600 WHY IT'S HOT Increased complexity and global diversification of investments, and growth in the overall amount of assets under management. KEY SKILLS Strong communication and analytical skills; business finance; proficiency with borrow- ing structures. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN Assemble and organize patients' medical history and data, ensuring quality, accuracy, and security. Physician practices, nursing facilities, outpatient care centers, hospitals, HMOS. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 20% $ $24,000-$39,000 TRAINING REQUIRED Associate degree (2 years) • Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) credential (preferred), via training courses PROJECTED OPENINGS: 35,100 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Industry-wide shift to electronic records is a gargantuan undertaking, accelerated by an older, more care-dependent population. Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER ide intellectual development of children in grades K-6. d social Regional school districts, non-profit institutions, private schools. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 15.8% $ $30,917 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree with teaching credential. Programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. · Licensure. Completion of approved teacher education program (varies by state); not required for private schools. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 244,200 WHY IT'S HOT Teacher shortages in many regions; federal funding increases, more teacher involvement in school policy, greater public interest in education. KEY SKILLS Instruction, public speaking, social perceptiveness, active listening, decision-making. SOURCES mindflash.com Job growth & hiring forecasts: US Bureau of Labor Sutitics. "Oocepanional Employment Projections to 2018. Salary data PyScale.com Traiing S s US Handbook, 2010-11 Edionind Supporting dala a tem CNNMeycom US News & Wrld Report tof Labor, "Okcupational Outlook Robert Ha W So TJOBS HOT. FOR 2011 mindflash.com 10 (and how to get one) Looking to make a smart career leap in soft labor market? Here are 10 of the most in-demand jobs in the U.S. - and the training it takes to get one. National unemployment may seem depressingly stuck at 9%, but in certain industries, employers with labor shortages and thousands of openings. Based on the latest BLS reports and other data, we've identified 10 of the fastest-growing jobs in the economy with the brightest long- term prospects. If you've been thinking about making a post- recession career leap, we've detailed the core training require- ments and skills you'll need to make it happen. the ones struggling WHAT YOU DO: Develop and build apps for smartphones A Startups that specialize in mobile apps; estab- and next-gen tablet PCs. WHO'S HIRING? MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER lished companies expanding services to mobile channels. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 131% $73,250-$102,500 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in top mobile platforms, including Java ME, Symbian, iOS, and others. 50,000+ WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Booming popularity of app networks that support mobile devices. Math and engineering; creative problem-solving; entrepreneurial. WHAT YOU DO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER Design and develop bio-related products and systems, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, and medi- cal information systems. WHO'S HIRING? Top biomed engineering firms including Car- dioKinetix, Devax, Sequent Medical, Synare, Talima Therapeuties. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 72% $46,762 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • License required in all states if you offer public services. Requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 11,600 WHY IT'S HOT Tech advances are aligned with the medical needs of an aging population. KEY SKILLS Science, chemistry and related fields; complex problem solving; systems analysis. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HOME HEALTH AIDE Provide in-home assistance for the disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. State/county welfare agencies, private home health agencies, nursing and care facilities. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 50% $ $21,620 TRAINING REQUIRED · Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Competency test: To work for agencies that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimburse- ment, aides must receive formal training and pass a competency test. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 170,000 + WHY IT'S HOT Increasing numbers of chronic care patients, who can be treated more cost-efficiently from home. KEY SKILLS In good physical shape; desire to help others; strong interpersonal skills. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT WHAT YOU DO: ! Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and pre- ventive healthcare services, directed by a physician or surgeon. WHO'S HIRING? Private practices, hospitals, nonprofits, federal government AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTEO HIRING GROWTH: $64,000-$77,000 39% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • Accredited PA educational program PROJECTED OPENINGS: 29,200 up to 2 years) • Become Physician Assistant Certified (optional) by passing the Physician Assistant National Certifying E WHY IT'S HOT Expansion of healthcare industries with an emphasis on cost containment, as PAs often relieve physicians of routine procedures. to graduates of accredited PA edpen only programs. KEY SKILLS Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: Build, test, and launch business software applications and systems. WHO'S HIRING? SOFTWARE ENGINEER VC-backed tech startups, large tech firms PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 34% $ $45,000 - $100,000 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in popular lan- guages: Java, C/C++, PHP, Python, etc. KEY SKILLS PROJECTED OPENINGS: 175,100 WHY IT'S HOT Tech startups, and giants like Facebook and Google alike, can't recruit enough top, in-house engineering talent fast enough to keep pace with rivals. Creative problem-solving and analytical skills; communication; attention to detail ENVIRONMENTAL ? ENGINEER WHAT YOU DO Develop solutions to environmental problems, from water and air pollution control to recycling, and waste disposal. WHO'S HIRING? LA Engineering consulting firms, Air and Waste Management Association, American Water Works Association, Solid Waste Association of North America PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 31% $ $45,000-$66,480 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • License r Dublic services in all states if you offer ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. 16,600 Requires a degree from an WHY IT'S HOT Private and government investment boom in green technologies. KEY SKILLS Math and science; interest/knowledge in environmental issues. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HVAC TECHNICIAN Install, service, and repair heating. ventilation, A/Cand refrigeration systems. Equipment manufacturers and HVAC firms; government facilities & hospitals. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 28% $26,000 - $40,000 TRAINING REQUIRED •6 months to 2 years of vocational career training from accrediting agencies, such as HVAC Excellence. •6 months to 2 years of on the job training. PROJECTED OPENINGS: L 86,600 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Compliance oandards; retirement of with new efficieney older technicians. Strong mechanical skills; communication skills; physically fit. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? FINANCIAL ANALYST Provide financial/investment guidance to banks, insurance companies, securities firms, and other businesses and individuals. Private firms, hospitals, nonprofits, local, state and federal governments, colleges. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY $39,000-$51,000 PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 20% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree • Master's degree (required for some postions) • Licensure. Depends on sector. The al Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the main licensing organization for the securities industry. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 49,600 WHY IT'S HOT Increased complexity and global diversification of investments, and growth in the overall amount of assets under management. KEY SKILLS Strong communication and analytical skills; business finance; proficiency with borrow- ing structures. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN Assemble and organize patients' medical history and data, ensuring quality, accuracy, and security. Physician practices, nursing facilities, outpatient care centers, hospitals, HMOS. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 20% $ $24,000-$39,000 TRAINING REQUIRED Associate degree (2 years) • Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) credential (preferred), via training courses PROJECTED OPENINGS: 35,100 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Industry-wide shift to electronic records is a gargantuan undertaking, accelerated by an older, more care-dependent population. Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER ide intellectual development of children in grades K-6. d social Regional school districts, non-profit institutions, private schools. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 15.8% $ $30,917 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree with teaching credential. Programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. · Licensure. Completion of approved teacher education program (varies by state); not required for private schools. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 244,200 WHY IT'S HOT Teacher shortages in many regions; federal funding increases, more teacher involvement in school policy, greater public interest in education. KEY SKILLS Instruction, public speaking, social perceptiveness, active listening, decision-making. SOURCES mindflash.com Job growth & hiring forecasts: US Bureau of Labor Sutitics. "Oocepanional Employment Projections to 2018. Salary data PyScale.com Traiing S s US Handbook, 2010-11 Edionind Supporting dala a tem CNNMeycom US News & Wrld Report tof Labor, "Okcupational Outlook Robert Ha W So TJOBS HOT. FOR 2011 mindflash.com 10 (and how to get one) Looking to make a smart career leap in soft labor market? Here are 10 of the most in-demand jobs in the U.S. - and the training it takes to get one. National unemployment may seem depressingly stuck at 9%, but in certain industries, employers with labor shortages and thousands of openings. Based on the latest BLS reports and other data, we've identified 10 of the fastest-growing jobs in the economy with the brightest long- term prospects. If you've been thinking about making a post- recession career leap, we've detailed the core training require- ments and skills you'll need to make it happen. the ones struggling WHAT YOU DO: Develop and build apps for smartphones A Startups that specialize in mobile apps; estab- and next-gen tablet PCs. WHO'S HIRING? MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER lished companies expanding services to mobile channels. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 131% $73,250-$102,500 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in top mobile platforms, including Java ME, Symbian, iOS, and others. 50,000+ WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Booming popularity of app networks that support mobile devices. Math and engineering; creative problem-solving; entrepreneurial. WHAT YOU DO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER Design and develop bio-related products and systems, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, and medi- cal information systems. WHO'S HIRING? Top biomed engineering firms including Car- dioKinetix, Devax, Sequent Medical, Synare, Talima Therapeuties. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 72% $46,762 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • License required in all states if you offer public services. Requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 11,600 WHY IT'S HOT Tech advances are aligned with the medical needs of an aging population. KEY SKILLS Science, chemistry and related fields; complex problem solving; systems analysis. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HOME HEALTH AIDE Provide in-home assistance for the disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. State/county welfare agencies, private home health agencies, nursing and care facilities. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 50% $ $21,620 TRAINING REQUIRED · Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Competency test: To work for agencies that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimburse- ment, aides must receive formal training and pass a competency test. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 170,000 + WHY IT'S HOT Increasing numbers of chronic care patients, who can be treated more cost-efficiently from home. KEY SKILLS In good physical shape; desire to help others; strong interpersonal skills. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT WHAT YOU DO: ! Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and pre- ventive healthcare services, directed by a physician or surgeon. WHO'S HIRING? Private practices, hospitals, nonprofits, federal government AVERAGE STARTING SALARY PROJECTEO HIRING GROWTH: $64,000-$77,000 39% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • Accredited PA educational program PROJECTED OPENINGS: 29,200 up to 2 years) • Become Physician Assistant Certified (optional) by passing the Physician Assistant National Certifying E WHY IT'S HOT Expansion of healthcare industries with an emphasis on cost containment, as PAs often relieve physicians of routine procedures. to graduates of accredited PA edpen only programs. KEY SKILLS Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: Build, test, and launch business software applications and systems. WHO'S HIRING? SOFTWARE ENGINEER VC-backed tech startups, large tech firms PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 34% $ $45,000 - $100,000 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) • Programming experience in popular lan- guages: Java, C/C++, PHP, Python, etc. KEY SKILLS PROJECTED OPENINGS: 175,100 WHY IT'S HOT Tech startups, and giants like Facebook and Google alike, can't recruit enough top, in-house engineering talent fast enough to keep pace with rivals. Creative problem-solving and analytical skills; communication; attention to detail ENVIRONMENTAL ? ENGINEER WHAT YOU DO Develop solutions to environmental problems, from water and air pollution control to recycling, and waste disposal. WHO'S HIRING? LA Engineering consulting firms, Air and Waste Management Association, American Water Works Association, Solid Waste Association of North America PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 31% $ $45,000-$66,480 PROJECTED OPENINGS: TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and some health-related work experience; • License r Dublic services in all states if you offer ABET-accredited engineering program, 4 years of relevant work experience, and pass- ing a state exam. 16,600 Requires a degree from an WHY IT'S HOT Private and government investment boom in green technologies. KEY SKILLS Math and science; interest/knowledge in environmental issues. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? HVAC TECHNICIAN Install, service, and repair heating. ventilation, A/Cand refrigeration systems. Equipment manufacturers and HVAC firms; government facilities & hospitals. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 28% $26,000 - $40,000 TRAINING REQUIRED •6 months to 2 years of vocational career training from accrediting agencies, such as HVAC Excellence. •6 months to 2 years of on the job training. PROJECTED OPENINGS: L 86,600 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Compliance oandards; retirement of with new efficieney older technicians. Strong mechanical skills; communication skills; physically fit. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? FINANCIAL ANALYST Provide financial/investment guidance to banks, insurance companies, securities firms, and other businesses and individuals. Private firms, hospitals, nonprofits, local, state and federal governments, colleges. AVERAGE STARTING SALARY $39,000-$51,000 PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: 20% TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree • Master's degree (required for some postions) • Licensure. Depends on sector. The al Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the main licensing organization for the securities industry. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 49,600 WHY IT'S HOT Increased complexity and global diversification of investments, and growth in the overall amount of assets under management. KEY SKILLS Strong communication and analytical skills; business finance; proficiency with borrow- ing structures. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN Assemble and organize patients' medical history and data, ensuring quality, accuracy, and security. Physician practices, nursing facilities, outpatient care centers, hospitals, HMOS. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 20% $ $24,000-$39,000 TRAINING REQUIRED Associate degree (2 years) • Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) credential (preferred), via training courses PROJECTED OPENINGS: 35,100 WHY IT'S HOT KEY SKILLS Industry-wide shift to electronic records is a gargantuan undertaking, accelerated by an older, more care-dependent population. Strong oral/written communication skills; computer softwareproficiency. WHAT YOU DO: WHO'S HIRING? ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER ide intellectual development of children in grades K-6. d social Regional school districts, non-profit institutions, private schools. PROJECTED HIRING GROWTH: AVERAGE STARTING SALARY 15.8% $ $30,917 TRAINING REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree with teaching credential. Programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. · Licensure. Completion of approved teacher education program (varies by state); not required for private schools. PROJECTED OPENINGS: 244,200 WHY IT'S HOT Teacher shortages in many regions; federal funding increases, more teacher involvement in school policy, greater public interest in education. KEY SKILLS Instruction, public speaking, social perceptiveness, active listening, decision-making. SOURCES mindflash.com Job growth & hiring forecasts: US Bureau of Labor Sutitics. "Oocepanional Employment Projections to 2018. Salary data PyScale.com Traiing S s US Handbook, 2010-11 Edionind Supporting dala a tem CNNMeycom US News & Wrld Report tof Labor, "Okcupational Outlook Robert Ha W So

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