Top 10 Occupations by Education Level Different occupations need different types of training. Some require only on-the-job training, while others require an advanced degree. The jobs listed below are projected to be the top growing occupations by education level through 2017. Based on State of Arkansas’ 2015-2017 Short-term Occupational Projections Net Growth
High School or Less
Retail Salespersons Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast Food Personal Care Aides Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand Customer Service Representatives Office Clerks, General Cashiers Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Associate Degree or Post Secondary Training
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers Medical Assistants Teacher Assistants Nursing Assistants Computer User Support Specialists Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics Physical Therapist Assistants
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
General and Operations Managers Registered Nurses Business Operations Specialists, All Other Clergy Accountants and Auditors Managers, All Other Computer Systems Analysts Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists Sales Managers
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