The following five career fields are generally considered the most sought after by military veterans. Coincidentally, according the Department of Labor's 2008-2009 Occupational handbook, these career fields are among the best employment prospects through 2016.
1) Computer Science/Network Systems Management: Bachelor's to Master's degree $38,000 to $145,000
2) Health Care Administration: Associate's through Master's degrees, $45,000 to $128,000
3) Human Resource Management: Bachelor's to Master's degree, $51,000 to $98,000
4) Training and Education: Bachelor's to Master's degree, $33,000 to $141,000
5) Law Enforcement: High School Diploma through Master's degree, $27,000 to $104,000
If you don't have a degree, don't panic. There are several online degree programs available that will help you fulfill the educational requirements necessary to get any of these jobs. In fact you can request free information about online degree programs that will meet your educational and professional goals. Request information now.
5 Hot Careers for Veterans in 2008
Week of January 28, 2008
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