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The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) recently released its projections for the fastest-growing jobs from 2019-2029. Currently, the BLS is anticipating that the U.S. will experience an increase in employment from 162.8 million in 2019 to 168.8 million by 2029; that’s a 6.0 million increase. While this increase is happening at a slower rate than the growth from 2009-2019, it is still a promising sign as we move past the mass layoffs that resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic.

The healthcare and social assistance sector is projected to bring in the most jobs (with 6 out of the top 10 being within healthcare). This trend is not new, as healthcare is typically an industry that is always growing due to its consistent need. To break it down further, we’ve listed the top 10 fastest-growing jobs below.

1. Wind turbine service technicians

Wondering what a wind turbine service technician even is? Don’t feel bad if you don’t know. This job is not one that typically falls under everyone’s radar.

Role: Wind turbine service technicians are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing wind turbines. This role is typically a full-time position that requires employees to be able to work outside and at great heights.

Education level: This role requires employees to attend a technical school and participate in on the job training.

Median salary: As of 2019, the median salary was $52,910 per year.

Employment growth: The employment for this role is projected to grow at a rate of 61% over the next decade, which is exceptionally higher than any other job on the list, primarily due to the increase in demand for eco-friendly resources.  

2. Nurse practitioners

Again, this job doesn’t come as a surprise due to the consistent growth the healthcare industry experiences. Unlike the aforementioned job role, this one requires a more substantial background in education.

Role: The primary role of a nurse practitioner is to coordinate patient care while often offering primary and specialty care to patients as well. Nurse practitioners can also work in a variety of different fields in the healthcare field. If you’re unsure of where you’d fit in best, check out our article here.

Education level: Before becoming a nurse practitioner, applicants must have a Master’s degree and have special certification for whichever state they will be working in. They will also need to complete a certification exam.

Median salary: According to BLS, nurse practitioners can make around $115,800 per year.

Employment growth: While it is significantly lower than the previous job listed, this role’s employment projection is predicted to increase by 45%, which is still significantly higher than the average.

3. Solar photovoltaic (PV) installers

While the title sounds complex and confusing, the role is actually more common than you may think.

Role: PV installers install and maintain solar panels on homes, frequently traveling to client locations to assemble these panels.

Education level: These employees require a minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent. Technical school is an option, but it is not required, and there is often on-the-job training involved in the beginning stages.

Median salary: The median pay in 2019 for this role was $44,890 per year.

Employment growth: Still growing at an above-average rate, this option is expected to increase by 51%.

4. Home health and personal care aides

Healthcare strikes again with one of the top spots for the fastest-growing jobs of the decade. However, this specific role is much broader as it can be within a variety of specialties and sectors of healthcare.

Role: Personal health aides most often provide daily assistance and care to those with disabilities or illnesses. They most frequently visit clients in their homes, but they can also work within group homes or daycare centers.

Education level: A high school diploma is most common among these applicants, but certifications can be obtained for those who wish to work for certified agencies.

Median salary: The median salary for this occupation is $25,280.

Employment growth: This occupation is also projected to grow at a faster rate than average at 34% anticipated growth.

5. Statisticians

If math is your strongest subject, a statistician may not be a bad career choice for you.

Role: A statistician’s role revolves around analyzing data and applying various mathematical techniques to solve complex problems. These roles often exist within government or private sectors.

Education level: This role typically requires a Masters’s degree, but it isn’t unheard of for applicants only possessing a Bachelors’s degree to get the job.

Median salary: The median salary is currently listed as $92,030.

Employment growth: Growth is currently projected at 33%, which is still faster than the average growth rate.

6. Occupational therapy assistants

Occupational therapy is a field of healthcare that specializes in providing patients with the necessary care to promote and practice the independent functionality needed for daily living and working.

Role:  It is an occupational therapy assistant’s job to provide these healthcare services for patients through evidence-based research to develop the best healthcare approach.

Education level: Because this role falls into the healthcare field, each state regulates the practices and procedures of occupational therapy assistants so requirements may vary. However, each occupational therapy assistant will need an associate’s degree from an accredited program.

Median salary: As of May 2019, the median pay was $59,200.

Employment growth: An anticipated 32% increase may not seem like a lot compared to the previous roles, but it is still faster than average.

7. Medical and health service managers

This occupation is where leadership, strategic planning, and a passion for healthcare all come together.

Role: Medical and health service managers frequently work in an office environment directing, planning, and coordinating the business-side of healthcare facilities.

Education level: Before heading into this role, prior healthcare experience coupled with a Bachelors’s degree is preferred to begin. Many workers also choose to pursue a Master’s degree later on.

Median salary: The median pay in 2019 for this role was listed as $100,980.

Employment growth: Part of the reason behind the growth in the healthcare industry is due to the increased life-span. Some experts believe that this is why this role, and many similar roles, are projected to grow at a rate of 32% over the next decade.

8. Physician assistants

Physician assistants (PA)s have grown increasingly popular as a desired occupation over the past few years on top of growing as an employment option within the job market.

Role: Similar to doctors, nurses, and medical technicians, PAs work within hospitals and other medical offices to provide care for patients and practice medicine.

Education level: All PAs must possess the proper licenses and many roles also require a Master’s degree.

Median salary: The current median salary for PAs is $112,260.

Employment growth: This occupation is projected to grow at 31% over the next decade.

9. Information security analysts

If you’re tech-savvy, this could be a viable career path.

Role: An information security analysts’ top priority is to protect a client or organization’s network and systems through planning and implementing security measures. They typically work for computer companies, consulting firms, and financial institutions.

Education level: This role will require a Bachelor’s degree related to computer science.

Median salary: As of 2019, the median salary for this role is $99,730 per year.

Employment growth: This role is also growing faster than average at a predicted rate of 31%.

10. Physical therapists assistants

Much as you might have guessed, another healthcare role has landed on the list.

Role: Physical therapists assistants work closely with patients under the supervision of a physical therapist to assist patients in regaining movement or comfort following injuries or medical procedures.

Education level: Physical therapists assistants typically need to have completed their Associate’s degree from an accredited program along with a license or certification, depending on the state and the regulations.

Median salary: A physical therapist assistant can make up to $48,990 per year based on the median salary.

Employment growth: This occupation is only projected at a 29% growth over the next decade, but it will still perform above average.

These are simply a few of the fast-growing occupations that are going to grow even more over the next decade. If you’re unsure of what steps to take next in your career, these may provide a few viable options. Our team at Resume Sending can offer much more than just options, we can also help you strengthen your resume and your LinkedIn profile. If you’re looking to assess your needs for any of these jobs, feel free to schedule a consultation with one of our expert resume writers here. Good luck!

LinkedIn is one of the largest networking platforms right now. But did you also know that it’s a great place to apply for jobs? Not only is it a great place to apply for jobs, but it’s also a great way to land jobs. In fact, three people are hired every minute on LinkedIn.

Statistics like that one are no joke. Applying through LinkedIn can really increase your chances of being hired, and Resume Sending is here to teach you how.

What you need to know about LinkedIn before you apply

Actually applying to jobs on LinkedIn isn’t an incredibly difficult task, but what’s really important is knowing what needs to be done before you apply. Here are a few tips that you should really take into consideration first.

1.  Ensure your profile is complete

Not everyone is super tech-savvy or active on social media. However, we highly suggest you consider LinkedIn to be the exception. With around 90% of recruiters using this social platform, it’s really important to ensure that your LinkedIn profile is complete.

When we say complete, we mean having all of your professional history included with strong bullet points, having a professional profile picture and banner photo, and including any of your other professional accomplishments. To get started filling in your profile, check out this article on 18 tips to get started on LinkedIn.

2.  Make sure all of your information is up-to-date

Again, if you’re not very active on social media, you may have created a LinkedIn profile and have not touched it since. We see this exact scenario a lot, but to our previous point, it’s important that your profile is complete and accurate because recruiters and hiring managers are going to be looking at it.

If you have taken on a new job or received a promotion since the last time you updated your profile, be sure to include that. Even if you started volunteering or doing consultant work recently, include that information on there as well.

You only have so much space on your resume to highlight your achievements and impress hiring managers. With LinkedIn, that isn’t the case. You should be including as much information as you can on this profile and constantly update it as new opportunities arise.

3.  Have your profile and your resume be consistent

This recommendation also goes hand-in-hand with our last one. Your resume and your LinkedIn profile should be consistent. These both contribute to your personal and professional brand. As such, they need to be consistent.

If you aren’t updating your profile or using different titles and dates on your profile that don’t appear on your resume, it’s going to appear to hiring managers that you don’t possess an attention to detail and that you could be giving them inaccurate information. Consistency is always important.

Now that those steps are taken care of, let’s look at how you go about applying for jobs on LinkedIn.

How to apply

1. Search for jobs you’re interested in

When on your LinkedIn home page, click on the jobs tab to begin your search. Once there, you can search by title, location, experience, etc. LinkedIn offers plenty of filters to help aid you in your job search. If you have plenty of skills on your profile, it will even show you were you would be a top applicant.

2.  Use LinkedIn Easy Apply if applicable

As its name suggests, LinkedIn offers a feature called Easy Apply that allows users to submit their LinkedIn profile information as part of the application process (another reason why you should make sure all of your profile information is accurate and up-to-date).  If this option is not offered for the job you want, you’ll be directed to a page that is much like any standard application. Simply put in your information and hit submit.

If using LinkedIn Easy Apply, it is very important to note that you will not be able to edit or withdraw your application. If the situation changes, you will need to contact the job poster directly.

3.  Stay in touch with the recruiters and hiring managers

Some jobs list who posted the job listing. Once you’ve submitted your application, try to connect and build a relationship with the hiring team at your desired company.

It is also extremely helpful to try and make connections with other professionals at your desired company before applying. If you make a strong enough connection, they may even recommend you for the role you’re applying for. Building relationships on LinkedIn can be very beneficial in your job search.