Health

Jobs at a Glance

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  Counselor/Therapist

  Counselor/Therapist

  Health

  Counselors help people solve problems. They listen to people talk about and help them process their feelings and experiences.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$81,040
  • You Should Study:Psychology, Sociology, Biology
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:8%
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    Heating Up
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  Dental Hygienist

  Dental Hygienist

  Health

  Dental hygienists examine patients for signs of oral diseases, such as gingivitis, and provide preventive care, including oral hygiene. They also educate patients about oral health.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$77,810
  • You Should Study:Biology, Chemistry, Math
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:11%
  • This Job Is:

    On Fire
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  Dentist

  Dentist

  Health

  Dentists diagnose and treat problems with patients’ teeth, gums, and other parts of the mouth. They give advice and instruction on taking care of the teeth and gums.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$163,220
  • You Should Study:Biology, Anatomy, Chemistry, Physics, Math
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:8%
  • This Job Is:

    Heating Up
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  Medical Scientist

  Medical Scientist

  Health

  Medical scientists conduct research aimed at improving overall human health. They design and conduct studies to investigate human diseases and methods to prevent and treat them.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$95,310
  • You Should Study:Biology, Chemistry, Life and Physical Sciences, Math
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:17%
  • This Job Is:

    Burning Hot
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  Pediatrician

  Pediatrician

  Health

  Pediatricians are doctors who care for children. They treat injuries and illnesses, and check on babies when they are born to make sure they are healthy.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$208,000
  • You Should Study:Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:3%
  • This Job Is:

    Getting Warm
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  Physical Therapist

  Physical Therapist

  Health

  Physical therapists help injured or ill people improve movement and manage pain. They work with people of all ages after injury or surgery.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$95,620
  • You Should Study:Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:21%
  • This Job Is:

    Burning Hot
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  Registered Nurse

  Registered Nurse

  Health

  Registered nurses (RNs) provide and plan patient care and educate patients. They also teach the public about different health conditions. They work with doctors to keep patients healthy.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$77,600
  • You Should Study:Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:9%
  • This Job Is:

    Heating Up
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  Speech-Language Pathologist

  Speech-Language Pathologist

  Health

  Speech-language pathologists assess, diagnose, treat, and help prevent communication and swallowing disorders. Some work in schools. Others work in healthcare facilities.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$79,060
  • You Should Study:Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, Growth & Development
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:29%
  • This Job Is:

    Burning Hot
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  Surgeon

  Surgeon

  Health

  Surgeons treat patients by operating on them. They repair fractures and internal damage, insert prosthetics, and remove diseased tissue. They also help patients who need transplants.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$208,000
  • You Should Study:Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science, Anatomy
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:3%
  • This Job Is:

    Getting Warm
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  Veterinarian

  Veterinarian

  Health

  Veterinarians care for the health of animals. Most veterinarians work in private clinics and hospitals. Others travel to farms or work in settings such as laboratories, classrooms, or zoos.

  • Median (Middle) Salary:$100,370
  • You Should Study:Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
  • Job Growth Rate by 2030:17%
  • This Job Is:

    Burning Hot