Let’s face it: there’s really no such thing as a recession-proof career. But make no mistake, there are certainly a number of jobs out there that should be considered indispensable, no matter how well the economy is faring.

Which Industries are Showing Strong Growth?

Attacks of government and corporate computer systems now seem to occur on a near-regular basis and damage associated with each one can be very costly. That’s why so many organizations are shoring up their defenses and investing in the personnel required to stop these hacks.

Cyber Security Is One of the Fastest Growing Careers

How big is the demand? Currently, the government projects employment of information security analysts to grow 37 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. By getting an education in network security or cyber security, you can become an invaluable member of an IT department, focused on thwarting global criminals.

Healthcare is Booming

The stock market goes up and the stock market goes down. Other than increasing stress levels, the economy really has little impact on the need for healthcare. People are always going to get sick, injured and require care. As a matter of fact, the largest segment of our population – the baby boomers – is approaching retirement age. A larger aging population means greater demand for health services. So, here are some health careers that are not only essential to patient care, but growing at a significant pace.

Surgical Technologist

Often called scrubs, these are the people who prepare the operating room. They sterilize and set up equipment, make sure supplies are readily available, operate lights, suction machines, and diagnostic equipment. They also pass instruments to the surgeon, as well as hold retractors, cut sutures, and count sponges and needles.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical advances have made surgery much safer and today’s graying population is more likely to seek medical help to improve quality of life than previous generations. Hence, demand is growing. It’s estimated that employment of surgical technologists will grow 30 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. 

Dental Assistants

Improved dental care means that baby boomers are keeping more of their own teeth. That, combined with a growing awareness that dental and oral health are deeply linked, means more people will be seeking dental care.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, dentists will likely meet this demand by hiring more dental assistants to perform routine tasks, freeing up their time to see more patients. It’s projected that employment of dental assistants will grow 25 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Diagnostic Medial Sonography

Most people think of sonographers and imagine them standing next to an expectant mother. Yes, they do perform ultrasounds to determine the sex of an unborn child, but that’s just beginning of what they do. Advancements in this technology have allowed doctors to use it more extensively to diagnose abdominal, breast, musculoskeletal, and neurological issues. As a result, demand for sonographers is on the rise. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment to grow an impressive 46 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. 

Radiologic Technologists

Another consequence on an aging population is an increase in osteoporosis which means more broken and fractured bones. Radiologic technologists are needed to help doctors make these diagnoses. As a result, the government projects employment of rad techs will grow 21 percent from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average for all occupations. 

Nursing

Just like other healthcare professions, an aging population means more nurses are needed. The U.S. Department of Labor projects employment of licensed practical nurses will grow by 25 percent and registered nurses by 19 percent from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average for all occupations.

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