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Low Schooling Yet High Paying Jobs?

Which jobs pay well but don’t require a long time in school? I'm open to different fields but don’t want to spend years in education. Any advice on where to look or what industries might offer this?

a year ago

Sure, there are a number of high-paying jobs that don't necessarily require extensive education, and instead focus more on skills or experience. Here are a few examples:

1. Trade Jobs: Many skilled trade jobs such as plumbers, electricians, and welders pay well and require only a high school diploma alongside apprenticeship programs or vocational schooling.

2. Technology: The tech industry offers a variety of high-paying jobs like software developers, network systems administrators, and database administrators, where a four-year degree isn't always necessary. Instead, specific courses, certifications, and self-learning can go a long way.

3. Healthcare: In healthcare, there are several roles, like licensed vocational nurses, dental hygienists, and medical technicians, that pay decently and require only associate degrees or certificate programs. These professionals are currently in high demand, providing job security as well.

4. Sales: If you're good at convincing people and have strong interpersonal skills, a career in sales can be highly rewarding, with positions like real estate brokers and technical sales representatives often bringing in substantial income.

5. Transportation: Roles like air traffic controllers and commercial pilots don't always require degrees, but they do require specific training and certifications.

6. Business: Jobs in business such as a loan officer, real estate appraisers, or insurance underwriters can be high paying with their income often tied to commissions or performance bonuses.

Each field has its own entry requirements, so be sure to conduct thorough research into your job of interest to understand what qualifications and training you might need. These industries are often lucrative for those who are willing to learn on the job, constantly improve their skills, and stay focused on their career goals.

a year ago

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