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Educational Instruction and Library

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$85,020/yr median Extensive preparation

Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Art Directors

Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.

$114,850/yr median Considerable preparation

Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Art Therapists

Plan or conduct art therapy sessions or programs to improve clients' physical, cognitive, or emotional well-being.

$77,930/yr median Extensive preparation

Educational Instruction and Library

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$78,620/yr median Extensive preparation

Life, Physical, and Social Science

Astronomers

Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.

$128,820/yr median Extensive preparation

Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Athletes and Sports Competitors

Compete in athletic events.

$66,710/yr median Little to some preparation

Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Athletic Trainers

Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries or illnesses. Provide preventive, therapeutic, emergency, and rehabilitative care.

$62,520/yr median Extensive preparation

Life, Physical, and Social Science

Atmospheric and Space Scientists

Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.

$99,070/yr median Considerable preparation

Educational Instruction and Library

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$103,170/yr median Extensive preparation

Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Audio and Video Technicians

Set up, maintain, and dismantle audio and video equipment, such as microphones, sound speakers, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, video cameras, video monitors and servers, and related electronic equipment for live or recorded events, such as concerts, meetings, conventions, presentations, podcasts, news conferences, and sporting events.

$58,100/yr median Medium preparation

Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Audiologists

Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.

$95,780/yr median Extensive preparation

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers

Install, repair, or adjust audio or television receivers, stereo systems, camcorders, video systems, or other electronic entertainment equipment in homes or other venues. May perform routine maintenance.

$52,600/yr median Medium preparation

Transportation and Material Moving

Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants

Service automobiles, buses, trucks, boats, and other automotive or marine vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories. Collect payment for services and supplies. May lubricate vehicle, change motor oil, refill antifreeze, or replace lights or other accessories, such as windshield wiper blades or fan belts. May repair or replace tires.

$35,670/yr median Little to some preparation

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.

$54,890/yr median Little to some preparation

Architecture and Engineering

Automotive Engineering Technicians

Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on experimental test devices or equipment for performance, durability, or efficiency.

$74,510/yr median Medium preparation

Architecture and Engineering

Automotive Engineers

Develop new or improved designs for vehicle structural members, engines, transmissions, or other vehicle systems, using computer-assisted design technology. Direct building, modification, or testing of vehicle or components.

$104,110/yr median Considerable preparation

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers

Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles.

$47,630/yr median Little to some preparation

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles.

$50,620/yr median Medium preparation

Transportation and Material Moving

Aviation Inspectors

Inspect aircraft, maintenance procedures, air navigational aids, air traffic controls, and communications equipment to ensure conformance with Federal safety regulations.

$92,100/yr median Medium preparation

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Avionics Technicians

Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles.

$82,280/yr median Medium preparation

Personal Care and Service