2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 2. Welcome to The 2011 Hot Jobs Guide!

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2 INTRODUCTION 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 2 Welcome to The 2011 Hot Jobs Guide! Great news! Though the job market has been tough lately, experts are predicting overall job growth in 2011, with especially high growth in a few specific sectors. We ve researched labor statistics, market trends, and salary data to bring you a list of the 20 hottest jobs for The fastest growing industries are projected to be Health Care, Technology, Business, and Education. Here s why: Health Care: While the overall job market lost 8.5 million jobs from the beginning of the economic collapse in 2007 through late 2010, the healthcare sector grew by 720,000 jobs. By 2018, healthcare jobs are expected to grow by 25% due to an aging workforce and an increased overall patient base. Technology: According to a recent government study, IT jobs "are projected to grow twice as fast as all other occupations." This trend will be amplified in several IT fields, and is expected to continue for over a decade. Business: To weather the economic downturn, many businesses were forced to stop hiring or even cut jobs. As the economy becomes more favorable, businesses will take to expansion, and that will require increased personnel. Education: Though many school districts are under tight budget constraints, cities and rural areas are in serious demand of quality educators. It s a job that offers great benefits and guaranteed demand for years to come. As you can see, the future is looking bright. We truly believe that, with the right guidance and education, you can accomplish anything. This can be the best year of your life and the beginning of something amazing and new! On behalf of the entire team, enjoy! Sierra Miller Lead Editor JobDescriptions.net

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 3 I. Health Care a. Registered Nurse b. Medical Assistant c. Dental Assistant d. Medical Records and Health Info Technician e. Medical and Health Services Manager f. Veterinary Technician g. Home Health Aid II. Technology a. Network Administrator b. Software Engineer c. Computer Support Specialist d. Civil Engineer III. Business a. Accountant b. Financial Analyst c. Actuary d. Logistician e. Public Relations Specialist IV. Education a. Elementary School Teacher. 20 b. Postsecondary Teacher 21 c. Special Education Teacher.. 22 d. Education Administrator. 23 V. How You Can Land A Hot Job.. 24 VI. Complete List of Hot Job Projections

4 Registered Nurse 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 4 Registered nurses are currently the most in demand healthcare position due to an aging workforce and population. This is one of the fastest growing careers in any sector, and salaries and benefits are expected to increase dramatically. Sign-on bonuses, tuition reimbursement and flexible hours are becoming common to attract registered nurses, and employment is expected to grow a remarkable 23% by the year Registered Nurses care for patients in a variety of settings; hospitals, nursing homes and home care agencies all employ RNs for patient care. RNs have a very important role and are often the sole individual in charge during a shift in the facility. Some nurses also are heads of departments, such as skin care, infection control and general health, in medical facilities. These professionals also work in offices and schools, doing casework and providing health training and care to the public. Many nurses work in public health clinics and perform routine procedures such as vaccinations, saving patients the hassle of paying a fee to see a doctor for the same work. Nurses show caring and compassion to people; patience, kindness and a gentle touch are necessary attributes to have. To Learn More:

5 Medical Assistant 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 5 As the healthcare industry expands due to technological advances and an aging population, medical assistants are in prime position to capitalize. Medical assisting jobs are expected to grow by 34% by 2008, far faster than the overall average. The growing number of clinics and medical centers will continue to need capable, quality medical support staff. Medical assistants are responsible for performing a wide variety of different clerical as well as clinical duties. They commonly work in the offices of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors and other medical professionals. A medical assistant is different from a physician assistant. The role of a physician assistant includes examining, diagnosing and treating under the supervision of a physician. Administrative duties of medical assistants can include greeting patients, keeping medical records, answering the telephone, completing insurance forms, making appointments, handling correspondence, scheduling hospital and laboratory services and assisting with billing. Overall, the responsibilities of a medical assistant can be split between secretarial and clinical duties. Some medical assistants specialize and have additional duties, depending on the area of their specialization. Medical assistants may be employed in a wide array of areas. Approximately 60% of medical assistants are employed in doctor s offices. Around 10% work in specialized offices, such as podiatrists and chiropractors. Medical assistants are responsible for helping patients to feel comfortable as well as verifying instructions of the physician. Medical information must be kept confidential. Medical assistants must have good visual perception and be able to work well with their hands. To Learn More:

6 Dental Assistant 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 6 Dental assistant job opportunities are expected to grow at an even more torrid pace than medical assistants, an enormous 36%. This places dental assistant among the fastest growing occupations. With more and more older people holding onto their teeth and increasing focus on preventative dental care in the young, dental assistants are in a great position to find jobs for the foreseeable future. Dental assistants work under a dentist s supervision to conduct the day-to-day operations of a dental practice. In general the dental assistant s primary responsibilities lie in three areas: Patient care includes obtaining patient charts and laying out equipment to be used during procedures, settling the patient in the treatment chair, and performing noninvasive procedures to prepare the patient for the upcoming procedure. Dental assistants are also charged with teaching the basics of oral hygiene and instructing patients in follow-up care. Office duties include patient records, receptionist duties, fielding phone calls, scheduling patient appointments, and confirming upcoming appointments. Some dental assistants also perform light bookkeeping activities and inventory control. These dental assistants may send invoices, receive payments and order supplies as needed. Finally, laboratory duties include prepare casts from oral impressions, cleaning and polish removable bridges and dentures, and making temporary crowns. Additionally, some dental assistants double as radiology technicians, taking and processing x-rays of patients mouths. To Learn More:

7 Medical Records and Health Info Technician 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 7 Although lower than the job growth for medical and dental assistant, medical records and health info technician jobs are expected to grow by a robust 20% by As the number of medical tests and procedures conducted by healthcare providers continues to grow, there is increase demand for the services of medical records professionals. This is certainly a career that can provide stability and steady employment. Medical records technicians and health information technicians are the professionals responsible for ensuring patients charts are accurate and complete. Traditionally, patients charts have been paper records. Initiatives in recently enacted health legislation, however, call for the digitization of all medical information over the next ten years. Medical records technicians and health information technicians will be at the forefront of this transformation, organizing and verifying the individual patients records that will become the basis for a sophisticated electronic medical database and registry. The medical records technician is responsible for ensuring that all the information entered into the electronic health record is accurate and complete. The health information technician is also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the electronic records database. Additionally, the health information technician is responsible for the security of his or her institution s electronic database, and for analyzing electronic data that may give insight into patterns of disease and treatment outcomes, when called upon to do so. To Learn More:

8 Medical and Health Services Manager 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 8 Job opportunities for medical and health managers are expected to grow by 16% over the next 7 years, a rate that is approximately double the average for all jobs. As result of healthcare reform, Medicare and insurance companies will need to demand higher levels of accountability, making medical and health managers more important than ever. Their efforts will be crucial to improve the healthcare system. Technology and innovations in the medical field are constantly changing, and those who work in the medical field are required to keep up. Medical and health services managers play an important role in the development and upkeep of the health care industry. They are in charge of budgeting, scheduling, updating technology and working with doctors and patients to keep the health care industry in shape. Medical and health services managers also work long hours, often staying on-call in case of an emergency. Many work in hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, or other environments. Just like any other business, the health care industry needs managers to keep things running smoothly, and this is exactly what these individuals do in their day-to-day job responsibilities. The job duties of a medical or health care manager may vary greatly, depending on the kind of work environment and the size of the facility. In smaller facilities, there may be only one or two top managers who do everything, including budgeting, working with patients, admissions, and paperwork. In larger facilities, such as hospitals or large nursing facilities, there are many different administrators. Often, the responsibilities are divided into departments, and each department has its own managers with different duties. These department managers have more specific duties related only to their department, whereas in smaller facilities, a small group of managers is responsible for all operating needs. To Learn More:

9 Veterinary Technician 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 9 Healthcare isn't just for humans! The demand for veterinary technicians is expected to grow by an impressive 36% offer the next 7 years. As pet owners become more willing to pay for advance veterinary care to save their cherished animals, more and more veterinary technicians are needed to provide services. There will also be opportunities for technicians who specialize in areas like dental care surgical procedures. Veterinarians employ veterinary technicians to help care for people s pets. Most work in the private practice of a licensed veterinarian, although some work in research facilities, animal shelters, boarding kennels and zoos. Veterinary technicians perform medical tests and treat and diagnose diseases in animals. They perform blood tests, perform dental care, take blood, fecal and tissue samples and assist veterinarians with laboratory and diagnostic tests. Some veterinary technicians also maintain patients health histories, develop X-rays and provide specialized nursing care. More experienced veterinary technicians may consult with pet owners about their pet s condition and train new staff. Veterinary technicians and technologists most often work with small pets, such as dogs and cats, but, depending upon the environment, may also care for birds, fish, mice, rats, pigs, cattle, sheep and monkeys. Some veterinary technicians and technologists may work in research facilities as assistants for physicians or veterinarians. They may give medications and perform laboratory examinations. They may also analyze animals, most commonly mice, and record information about their diet, food intake, weight, medications and signs of pain. They may sterilize laboratory equipment. At times, veterinary technologists may vaccinate new animals or euthanize ill, injured or unwanted animals. Veterinary technologists may work on special projects as well. They may assist veterinarians with implementing research projects such as cloning or gene therapy. Some may also assist with biomedical research, pharmaceutical sales, livestock management, wildlife medicine and disaster preparedness. To Learn More:

10 Home Health Aide 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 10 Employment for home health aides is expected to grow a whopping 50% by This is largely due to the projected rise in the number of elderly people, a demographic that requires home healthcare far more often than younger people. Receiving care in the home is also a developing trend, as most patients prefer it to a hospital stay. All nurses, whether registered, licensed or vocational have similar job descriptions. They administer medicine and treatments, provide education, and offer personal care and emotional support for patients who are physically or mentally ill. Depending on the level of education, some nurses may also record patients medical progress, assist doctors with diagnostic procedures or surgery, and help rehabilitate patients. Offering moral support and education for patients families is also a critical part of a nurse s job description. Home Health Aides may be licensed or unlicensed depending on individual state requirements, and these nurses provide similar care for patients, but this is done in the patient s home rather than a health-care institution. Some homebound individuals require around the clock care, which is sometimes provided by a live-in home health aide, who resides in the home with the patient at all times. In order for the home health nurse to obtain days off or vacation time, the family generally acquires the services of a per diem home health aide to fill in on these occasions. To Learn More:

11 Network Systems Administrator 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 11 The current market really couldn t be better for aspiring systems administrators. The computer scientists and database administrators field is expected to grow by 53 percent between 2008 and 2018, adding 155,800 jobs, one of the most rapid rates of growth of all occupations. As technology becomes further integrated in new business practices, companies are in need of qualified experts to make it all run smoothly. Modern technology is a prevalent part of our everyday life. The advent of computers affects almost every part of our world. One of the most powerful uses of the computer is the ability to transmit and store information. A network administrator installs and provides support for a company s computer system. The computer system is first designed by them to fit the specific organization. These specialists can be found working in a large corporation, small corporation, or government organization. It is there duty to install and maintain the computer s hardware systems. They are always analyzing data to determine the effectiveness of the system design for users. The network administrator works in an office setting that is well lighted and comfortable. The typical schedule for these professionals is a basic 40-hour week. In emergency situations, the database specialist may have to work overtime, though this is usually rare. Many of these specialists are able to perform their duties remotely, which may involve working from home. To Learn More:

12 Software Engineer 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 12 According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, software engineering is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations over the next 5 years. Newly developed technologies will continue to propel job growth and a highly competitive labor market should lead to increased wages. As highly skilled and highly demanded professionals, software engineers are in position to determine the terms of their employment and find a job wherever they decide to make their home. Software engineers are responsible for creating the programs essential for computer operation. They take the software programs and change them into a format that the machine can recognize. To do this, the programmer has to use a special language, such as Python and C++, which are some of the most used in the industry. Once the software is recoded into the new language, the computer is able to use the software. These individuals also perform a number of other critical functions within this job category. They deal with programs when they need to be repaired, changed, or added to another program already in place. In addition, the programmer may have to aid in identifying a customer s needs when using the software. The software engineer has to have excellent technical skills and knowledge, ability to work well with others, and be willing to work on the international scene. Increasing focus is given to those who are able to work with programs that deal with the Internet and applications for the web. To Learn More:

13 Computer Support Specialist 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 13 According to U.S. Labor Department, 78,000 new computer support jobs will be created by This rate of 18% far outpaces the average for all occupations. In an increasingly technology driven society, people need their computers to work at all times. Computer support specialists earn a living by fulfilling this important need. Computer support specialists typically receive descriptions of issues from hardware or software users and respond to the users with a series of steps or commands that will help the user alleviate the issue. Sometimes, this may require the support specialist to attempt to duplicate the user s actions to try to recreate the issue. If the cause of the issue was user error, the specialist will have to tell the user what went wrong and how to prevent it in the future. If the issue is the result of a software or hardware malfunction, the specialist will have to dig deeper through troubleshooting, or conferring with other specialists and programmers. If the root of the issue can been be fixed, the specialist will patiently help the user fix it. Other computer support specialists work in setting up computer systems to be sent to customers through installation of operating systems and software. Another duty may be the training of internal staff to properly utilize a computer s capabilities and help users learn new systems. This can be done on a full office basis, or, in some cases, a client-by-client basis to handle all issues for their assigned group. To Learn More:

14 Civil Engineer 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 14 Job growth for civil engineers over the next decade is predicted to be 24%, nearly 3 times the average for all professions. As America's infrastructure ages, it will be in serious need of repairs. Civil engineers are the ones who will devise new bridges, roads, and tunnels to replace the old ones. As one of the oldest engineering careers, a civil engineer will plan and supervise the building of society s infrastructure. Examples of civil engineering works are buildings, dams, and highways. Projects can be new designs or replacements of previously inefficient structures. Civil engineering specialties can include construction, environmental, structural, and transportation, among others. Civil engineering is expected to be in high demand as contemporary infrastructure ages and requires replacement. The wear and tear of society means civil engineers will have steady employment for the foreseeable future. However, exact numbers of civil engineering jobs will rely upon construction needs. Large cities and developing countries such as China will have a greater need for competent civil engineers. With the current interest in green engineering and construction techniques, it is believed that a lengthy growth phase for civil engineers will be occurring in the near future. New green energy production facilities are expected to require civil engineers as well. Also, the integration of infrastructure into the natural environment is a new interest in civil engineering. To Learn More:

15 Accountant 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 15 The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts employment growth of 20% for accountant and auditors over the next decade. As tax laws and financial regulations grow more complicated, demand for highly skilled accountants continues to increase. Accounting careers also offer significant opportunity for advancement. In addition to earning a high wag in employ of major agencies, accountants are also prime candidates to start their own firms. Accountants carry the primary responsibility for financial records, making sure the appropriate taxes are paid by federal and state deadlines, oversee efficient use of funds and related tasks. They may work with individuals, major corporations and/or small businesses. They will work closely with clients in preparation, explanation and verification of any financial paperwork. They also help consumers to go over budgeting and to make plans for future investments. Those who work as public accountants may work as a private or business sector and may specialize in tax work or in the handling of client assets. Certified public accountants either work as an independent or may work for a larger accounting firm. To Learn More:

16 Financial Analyst 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 16 In business, it pays to be where the money is. This is one of the reasons why the financial sector has so many richly paid employees. Financial analysts in particular are set to see up to 20% job growth over the next decade. This career also offers great upward mobility with the potential to earn well in excess of 6 figures and attain the highest corporate posts. Although breaking into the industry can be tough due to fierce competition, the rewards for those who do are significant. A financial analyst has the job of providing guidance to individuals or businesses that are interested in making investment decisions. They assess various investments including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate investments, business investments and a myriad of other investments, and use this information to make decisions and recommendations to clients. They also use this information to determine the net worth of an individual or corporation. They work for insurance companies, banks and for financial planning firms. Many financial analysts work independently as personal advisors. Financial analysts are also called investment analysts and securities analysts. Financial analysts can either work for the buyer of investments or for the seller of investments. For example, a company with a large amount of money to invest may hire a financial analyst to help them to develop an investment strategy for their money. To Learn More:

17 Actuary 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 17 Actuaries are expected to see well above average job growth of 21% over the next 10 years. The demand for actuary services in the healthcare and consulting fields should drive this job growth as employment by the insurance industry holds steady. With a median salary of nearly $90,000, actuary ranks among the highest professions, especially those that do not require a professional degree. An actuary collects financial and statistical data to determine the risk of events occurring. After providing a statistical analysis, an actuary will help a client (whether a business or individual) determine how to minimize the risk. The insurance industry requires actuaries to help build policies and set rates for policyholders. An actuary may also find employment in the financial sector and the government. At the present, the growth outlook for actuaries is positive. The need for actuaries is expected to increase by 21% between 2008 and This is a higher than average rate compared to other careers. Most actuaries will be employed by the insurance industry and consulting firms, with a small number taking government jobs. However, pension actuaries will decline as retirement benefits move away from defined benefits towards investment retirement funds (such as 401k plans) or no retirement benefits whatsoever. To Learn More:

18 Logistician 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 18 As supply and demand chains grow increasingly complex, the demand for the skills of logisticians increases accordingly. At most companies logisticians are an essential part of operations and carry a great deal of influence. This gives them excellent opportunities to achieve senior management positions through their ability to increase the efficiency of the business. Other opportunities include consulting and advisory firms. Once one possesses the skills of a logistician, they rarely have trouble finding employment. At the core of their responsibilities, logisticians scrutinize existing aspects of the supply chain while planning and offering directives for new initiatives. The actual movement of goods from manufacturer to buyer is called logistics, and involves several independent departments. This includes direct channels such as facilities, warehousing, production and the sales force, as well as indirect channels and third party distributors who contribute to supplying products to customers. Logisticians also facilitate cooperation between downstream partners included in the delivery of products to the end user, as well as upstream partners that include suppliers and vendors. Coordinating shipments requires organizing delivery routes, properly loading freight and determining the placement of resources that will result in the most efficient delivery of goods. Shipments must be monitored to ensure they reach their destination at the appropriate time. To Learn More:

19 Public Relations Specialist 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 19 With the rise of blogs, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media, we increasingly live in a world where media is everywhere. This makes the need for qualified public relations specialists even more important. Job growth is expected to be well over 20% in the next 10 years and this career offer great upside, given that is requires only a bachelor's degree. Public relations specialists are responsible for handling organizations functions, including consume, community, media, governmental and industry relations. They may also handle interest group representation, political campaigns, investor and employee relations and conflict mediation. To be successful in this career field it is important to understand the concerns and attitudes of the consumer, community, public interest groups and the employee. Job duties may include drafting press releases and making contact with persons in the media who can broadcast or print their material. Other job duties can include arranging and conducting programs for maintaining contact between the public and organization representatives. Media specialists may also represent their employers at presentations and community projects. When working in the government public relations specialists are often called press secretaries. Their job is to keep the public informed regarding the activities of officials and agencies. To Learn More:

20 Elementary School Teacher 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 20 Over the next 10 years, employment for teachers is expected to increase by about 13%. This should be more in inner city and rural districts, which are starved for teachers, and less in suburban schools. The teaching professional offers steady employment, excellent benefits, and the prospect of an excellent salary in the later years of one's career. The teacher needs to be patient with all students and parents. Organization is an essential quality because grade books, assignments, grading scales, lesson plans, and conferences are all necessary to ensure student success and achievement. Elementary school teachers are responsible for teaching the basics of education, which include reading and decoding the English Language, simple mathematics that will be built upon in middle and high school, and writing effectively for each student s grade level. Science and Social Studies should be taught at grade level appropriate stages so that all students understand all concepts. Open communication with parents, principal, and other teachers is necessary to have a successful working relationship and to ensure the success of the student. Keeping to the duty schedule and reporting on time for any extra duties before or after school is also necessary. To Learn More:

21 Postsecondary Teacher 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 21 Job opportunities for postsecondary are expected to grow by 15% over the next 10 years, which exceeds the average for all occupations. This growth will be driven by increased student enrollment in postsecondary programs. As additional education becomes essential to succeed in the modern economy, postsecondary teachers positioned to capitalize on the increased demand. College professors work in an environment that is exciting and intellectually stimulating. Students archetypically have a different attitude toward learning, the requirements, and the rigors of the course. They expect and embrace the professor s efforts to affect student engagement, accept, and realize the assignments are designed to ensure comprehension. Students have paid a financial price for a seat in class, which means students have a vested interest in their education. They are not in attendance because of mandatory attendance laws, but because they choose to be a particular class. College students are more focused, disciplined, and serious learners; they proverbially have their eyes on the prize which could be career advancement, a college degree that will be instrumental in the establishment of a career, or personal enrichment. College professors have the task and objective of preparing their students for the future because those students theoretically are the future. One day, the reins of control will be entrusted to them, and placed in their hopefully capable, educated, and prepared hands after successful matriculation. To Learn More:

22 Special Education Teacher 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 22 There is more demand for special education teachers than other types of teachers, which is expected to lead to well above average job growth of 17% over the next 10 years. Experienced teachers often move into supervisory roles and the median salary of over $50,000 is nothing to sneeze at. Special education teachers carry the responsibility of educating children in grades preschool to twelfth grade who are diagnosed with a number of physical, mental and emotional disabilities. They work with legally required federal paperwork called an IEP, or Individualized Educational Plan, that outlines the necessary supports, accommodations and goals for an individual child. These goals can encompass both academic and behavioral concerns. These teachers also direct meetings with parents and staff regarding the plan and make necessary adjustments throughout the year. In the classroom, they work with children who can vary from mild to severe disabilities, using specialized techniques to help them reach their goals. Another key responsibility of being a special education teacher is collaborating with other staff to help a child improve. This can include regular education, art, music and physical educational teachers, support staff, physical and occupational therapists and administration. This individual is also responsible for doing record keeping on a child s progress, dealing with problem behaviors and serving as a source of information and support in the regular classroom. To Learn More:

23 Education Administrator 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 23 Although job growth for educational administrators is only expected to keep pace with the average of 8%, working administrators should see excellent career opportunities because of the large number of expected retirements. As with other teaching jobs, more vacancies will exist in urban and rural communities. Education administrators perform a wide variety of duties and work in a variety of fields. Education administrators often work in schools, including smaller day care centers or childcare facilities, elementary and middle schools, high schools, and colleges and universities. Education administrators can also work for businesses, conducting careercounseling courses or working with employees to improve their work habits and knowledge of their jobs. Education administrators who work in school environments are responsible for a number of tasks. These tasks including planning a budget, event planning, creating a plan for educational goals and ways to achieve those goals, and monitoring progress of both students and staff members. Principals are also responsible for hiring teachers and staff members. In order to ensure a high quality of education for students, principals often evaluate teachers based on classroom observation, studying class materials and learning procedures. Principals must be able to evaluate the strength of assignments to determine whether or not lessons are helpful to students, and create new learning plans and assignments to accommodate new technology in the classroom. To Learn More:

24 How You Can Land a Hot Job 2011 HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 24 Education: The first thing you ll want to consider when looking for a new job is, what level of education or accreditation is required by employers. Some industries provide complete on the job training, and no prior education is needed. Many of the higher paying job jobs with more opportunities for advancement require advanced qualifications. See the chart on the next page for some examples. Knowledge: Your understanding of an industry should not stop when you leave the classroom. If you really want to set yourself apart and get one of the best jobs out there, you ll have to have passion in your work. This will mean reading books at your library, joining industry forums online, or practicing your trade on your own time. The best jobs offer the best benefits because the people seeking them are experts in their field. If you commit yourself to your trade, it will pay off. Resume: Your potential employer s first impression of you will likely be your resume, so you ll need to make it as strong as possible. Use online resources to enhance your resume and consider contacting a resume professional to help you along. They know exactly what interviewers are looking for and can make your strengths stand out. Self Promotion: Merely sending your resume to a hundred employers should be considered the bare minimum if you want a hot job. You need to find ways to stand out. Call the company and ask to speak to your prospective manager directly. Offer to work for nothing for a trial period. Consider interning in your desired industry. Join a local trade association to begin making contacts. Be creative, anything you can do to stand out is necessary. Interview: Don t just dress well and show up to the interview. Prepare for it. Research the company and the industry, and present them with potential opportunities for improvement based on your knowledge. It doesn t matter if your ideas won t get used, you ll be showing your skills in action. Put yourself in the position of the interviewer: what could a candidate do that would floor you in an interview? Follow Up: Don t leave it up to chance. If you really want a job, get it. Send a follow up thank you , and consider calling the interviewer to remind him or her that you re still extremely interested in the position. Persistence and enthusiasm can outdo qualifications any day. Getting your dream job is up to YOU!

25 Complete List of High Growth Job Projections HOT JOBS GUIDE PAGE 25 To give you a more complete understanding of how job projections are made, we ve sorted through the data released in the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Projections Report. (All numbers in thousands) High Growth Job Title Network systems analysis Home health aides Personal and home care aides Comp software engineers Medical assistants Management analysts Registered nurses Physicians and surgeons Accountants and auditors Licensed practical vocational nurses Construction laborers Nursing aides and attendants Landscaping and groundskeeping Customer service representatives Elementary school teachers Receptionists and information clerks Postsecondary teachers Food Preparation Occupation Group Professional and related Service Service Professional and related Service Business Professional and related Professional and related Source of Employment Change, Education Number Percent Bachelor's degree % Short-term on-thejob training Short-term on-thejob training 922 1, % 817 1, % Bachelor's degree % Moderate-term onthe-job Bachelors min., experience % % Associate degree 2,619 3, % First professional degree % Business Bachelor's degree 1,291 1, % Professional and related Construction, extraction Service Service Office support Professional and related Office support Professional and related Service Postsecondary vocational award Moderate-term onthe-job Postsecondary vocational award Short-term on-thejob training Moderate-term onthe-job % 1,249 1, % 1,470 1, % 1,206 1, % 2,252 2, % Bachelor's degree 1,550 1, % Short-term on-thejob training 1,139 1, % Doctoral degree 1,699 1, % Short-term on-thejob training 2,702 3, % *Source: Employment Projections Program, U.S. Department of Labor, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics