Physical Therapist
Median hourly wage: $42.27
Median annual wage: $87,930
Physical therapists are trained and licensed health care professionals who diagnose and provide treatment to people of all ages, mainly by physical means. Employment in this field is also projected to grow due to the growing number of older adults, many of them with mobility problems. Anyone who wants to become a physical therapist needs a doctor’s degree and state licensing.
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Social Worker
Median hourly wage: $23.79
Median annual wage: $49,470
In the event of an economic downturn, because they operate in the public sector, social workers will most likely remain untouched. As a matter of fact, it is a fast-growing field, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Social workers work for federal, state and local governments and provide specialized help in mental health clinics, child welfare, senior centers and community development organizations. They also work in schools and private practices, helping people cope with the problems they are facing in their lives.
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