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Surgical Technologists

Job opportunities will be best for technologists who are certified. Training programs last 9 to 24 months and lead to a
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Occupational Therapist Assistants and Aides

Occupational therapist assistants generally must complete an associate degree or a certificate program; in contrast,
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Dietitians and Nutritionists

Most jobs are in hospitals, nursing care facilities, outpatient care centers, and offices of physicians or other health
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Dental Hygienists

A degree from an accredited dental hygiene school and a State license are required for this job. Dental hygienists rank
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Veterinarians

Veterinarians should have an affinity for animals and the ability to get along with their owners. Graduation from an
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Dentists

Dentists usually complete at least 8 years of education beyond high school. Average employment growth will generate
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Recreational Therapists

Recreational therapists will experience competition for jobs. A bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation is the
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Physician Assistants

Physician assistant programs usually last at least 2 years; admission requirements vary by program, but many require at
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Optometrists

To be licensed, optometrists must earn a Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited optometry school and pass the
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Occupational Safety and Health Definitions

An injury or illness is considered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to be Significant work related
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Pharmacists

Earnings are high, but some pharmacists are required to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Pharmacists are becoming
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Injuries, Illnesses, and Fatalities

Pipeline Industries and Fires and Explosions in All Industries The 2007 rate of nonfatal occupational injuries and
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Audiologists

More than half worked in health care facilities; many others were employed by educational services. A master's degree
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Employment growth is expected to be faster than average as sonography becomes an increasingly attractive alternative to
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Medical Scientists

Most medical scientists need a Ph.D. in a biological science; some hold a medical degree. Epidemiologists typically
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