Career Profiles

140 in-demand careers with real Florida salary data, growth projections, and licensing info

Allied Health+21%

Respiratory Therapist

$79,710
2 years (Associate of Science)
Allied Health+13%

Radiologic Technologist

$71,190
2 years (Associate of Science)
Allied Health+12%

Surgical Technologist

$61,030
1-2 years (Certificate or Associate)
Allied Health+38%

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

$66,100
2 years (Associate of Science)
Allied Health+35%

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

$71,800
2 years (Associate of Science)
Allied Health+23%

Medical Assistant

$41,380
9-18 months (Certificate or Associate)
Allied Health+16%

Phlebotomist

$38,570
4-9 months (Certificate)
Allied Health+16%

Dental Hygienist

$80,530
2-3 years (Associate of Science)
Allied Health+13%

EMT / Paramedic

$47,750
4 months (EMT) to 1.5 years (Paramedic)
Allied Health+13%

Registered Nurse (RN)

$82,850
2-4 years (ADN or BSN)
Allied Health+13%

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

$60,080
12-18 months (Diploma/Certificate)
Allied Health+16%

Pharmacy Technician

$39,640
6-12 months (Certificate)
Allied Health+11%

Cardiovascular Technologist

$64,000
2 years (Associate of Science)
Allied Health+22%

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

$78,210
2 years (Associate of Science)
Allied Health+8%

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

$88,450
2 years (Associate of Science)
Allied Health+12%

Sterile Processing Technician

$39,990
4-9 months (Certificate)
Allied Health+17%

Medical Coder / Biller

$44,210
9-18 months (Certificate or Associate)
Allied Health+11%

EKG Technician

$48,750
4-9 months (Certificate)
Allied Health+13%

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

$37,500
4-9 months (Certificate)
Allied Health+17%

Health Information Technician

$44,210
2 years (Associate of Science)
Trade+17%

HVAC Technician

$50,580
9-18 months (Certificate or Associate)
Trade+17%

Electrician

$53,100
3-5 years (Apprenticeship + Certificate/Associate)
Trade+11%

Welder

$49,430
6-12 months (Certificate)
Trade+13%

Automotive Technician

$48,520
12-24 months (Certificate or Associate)
Trade+13%

Plumber

$50,540
4-5 years (Apprenticeship) + Certificate/Associate
Trade+15%

CDL / Truck Driver

$49,030
3-8 weeks (Certificate)
Trade+13%

Carpenter

$48,080
1-3 years (Certificate or Apprenticeship)
Trade+12%

CNC Machinist

$50,570
6-18 months (Certificate or Associate)
Trade+17%

Marine Technician

$52,990
6-18 months (Certificate or Associate)
Beauty+14%

Cosmetologist

$29,760
9-14 months (Certificate/Diploma)
Beauty+16%

Barber

$46,900
12-16 months (Certificate/Diploma)
Beauty+14%

Nail Technician

$32,370
5-9 months (Certificate/Diploma)
Beauty+27%

Massage Therapist

$49,880
9-12 months (Certificate/Diploma)
Beauty+16%

Esthetician (Skincare Specialist)

$38,060
5-9 months (Certificate/Diploma)
Healthcare Support+16%

Dialysis Technician

$38,000
4-6 months (certificate/vocational)
Healthcare Support+14%

Ophthalmic Technician

$45,300
1-2 years (AS degree or OJT + JCAHPO exam)
Allied Health+4%

Optician (Licensed Dispensing)

$56,920
2 years (AS in Opticianry) or 3-year apprenticeship
Healthcare Support+13%

Orthotics and Prosthetics Technician

$44,000
6 months - 2 years (certificate or associate)
Healthcare Support+14%

Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)

$51,490
2 years (AS in Biomedical Equipment Technology)
Healthcare Support+23%

Home Health Aide

$33,000
1-3 months (40-hour minimum HHA training)
Healthcare Support+6%

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

$36,850
4-8 weeks (75-120 hours)
Healthcare Support+10%

Psychiatric Technician / Behavioral Health Tech

$39,930
3-12 months (certificate or employer training)
Healthcare Support+13%

Veterinary Technician (Licensed)

$40,380
2 years (AS in Veterinary Technology - AVMA accredited)
Healthcare Support+16%

Veterinary Assistant

$32,000
6 months - 1 year (certificate or OJT)
Healthcare Support+18%

Medical Interpreter / Healthcare Interpreter

$50,000
40 hours - 1 year (certificate)
Allied Health+5%

Radiation Therapy Technologist

$101,000
2 years (AS in Radiation Therapy)
Healthcare Support+17%

Polysomnographic Technician (Sleep Tech)

$50,000
1-2 years (certificate or AS with sleep technology track)
Healthcare Support+13%

EEG Technologist

$52,000
1-2 years (certificate or AS program)
Allied Health+13%

Athletic Trainer

$58,410
4+ years (BS) or 2+ years master's program (CAATE-accredited)
Allied Health+12%

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

$71,890
4+ years (BS/MS) + supervised dietetic internship
Allied Health+17%

Respiratory Therapy Assistant / CRT

$55,000
2 years (AS in Respiratory Care)
Healthcare Support+20%

Occupational Therapy Aide

$38,000
OJT (weeks)
Healthcare Support+10%

Physical Therapy Aide

$33,520
OJT (weeks)
Technology+14%

IT Support Specialist

$58,120
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS)
Technology+29%

Cybersecurity Analyst

$105,990
6-12 months (certificate) or 4 years (BS)
Technology+11%

Network Administrator

$92,980
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS)
Technology+27%

Web Developer

$81,410
3-12 months (bootcamp/certificate) or 2 years (AS)
Technology+15%

Drone Operator / UAV Technician

$57,840
1-3 months (self-study to Part 107 exam) or 6-12 months (community college certificate)
Technology+2%

Computer Repair Technician

$44,020
6-12 months (certificate or OJT)
Business+8%

Medical Office Administrator

$39,450
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS)
Business+4%

Paralegal / Legal Assistant

$60,650
6-12 months (certificate for degree holders) or 2 years (AAS)
Business+-4%

Bookkeeper / Accounting Technician

$47,980
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS in Accounting)
Business+-5%

Office Administrator

$42,720
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS in Office Administration)
Business+2%

Human Resources Assistant

$46,580
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS in HR/Business)
Business+3%

Real Estate Agent

$50,140
4-8 weeks (pre-license course); 2-4 months total licensure
Business+3%

Real Estate Broker

$63,440
72-hour broker pre-license course (after 24-mo SA experience)
Business+16%

Insurance Agent / Adjuster

$59,790
40-200 hours pre-license (varies by license type)
Business+15%

Tax Preparer / Enrolled Agent

$48,790
3-12 months (EA exam study)
Business+10%

Financial Services Representative

$88,040
3-6 months (licensing study)
Business+31%

Logistics Coordinator

$68,990
2 years (AS in Supply Chain/Logistics) or 3-6 months (CPIM study)
Business+4%

Dispatcher

$42,320
OJT 1-6 months; emergency dispatcher academy 3-6 months
Business+7%

Social Media / Digital Marketing Specialist

$77,490
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS in Digital Marketing)
Creative+2%

Graphic Designer

$57,900
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AA in Graphic Design)
Construction+9%

General Contractor / Construction Manager

$103,320
2-4 years (AS or BS in Construction Management) or exam prep 3-6 months (experience path)
Construction+5%

Tile Setter / Flooring Installer

$45,000
1-3 years (apprenticeship) or 1 semester-1 year (vocational certificate)
Construction+4%

Drywall Installer / Finisher

$44,000
2 years (apprenticeship) or 6-12 months (vocational certificate)
Construction+4%

Painter / Coating Worker

$43,060
3-4 years (apprenticeship) or 1 semester (vocational certificate)
Construction+6%

Roofer / Roofing Contractor

$47,030
2-3 years (apprenticeship); roofing contractor exam prep 1-3 months
Construction+5%

Concrete Finisher / Mason

$47,850
2-3 years (apprenticeship) or 6-12 months (vocational certificate)
Construction+4%

Landscaper / Grounds Maintenance

$36,230
OJT; landscape horticulture certificate 1-2 semesters; AS 2 years
Construction+5%

Irrigation Technician

$38,000
1-2 years (OJT or AS program); IA certification 40-80 hours
Construction+6%

Pool and Spa Technician (CPO Certified)

$45,000
CPO: 2-day course (16 hours); OJT 3-12 months
Construction+6%

Pest Control Technician

$43,000
3-6 months OJT + exam prep (40-80 hours approved training)
Construction+9%

Fire Sprinkler Installer / Inspector

$54,000
4 years (AFSA/NFSA apprenticeship); NICET Level I-IV ongoing study
Construction+5%

Elevator Installer and Repairer

$87,070
4-year registered apprenticeship (IUEC); or exam-based with documented experience
Construction+5%

Locksmith

$43,000
3-6 months (ALOA courses or vocational) or 1-2 years apprenticeship
Transportation+5%

Aviation Mechanic (A&P Mechanic)

$73,000
18-24 months (FAA Part 147 AMT school); Eastern Florida State College ~20 months (2,250 clock hours)
Transportation+4%

Commercial Pilot

$109,600
18-36 months (zero-time to commercial); 2-4 years (zero-to-ATP pipeline)
Trade+4%

Motorcycle Technician

$37,540
9-12 months (MMI Orlando diploma)
Trade+4%

Collision Repair / Auto Body Technician

$42,936
1-2 years (FL technical centers or UTI/Lincoln Tech); UTI Orlando collision program: 51 weeks
Trade+2%

Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Equipment Tech

$63,400
9-12 months (First Coast Technical College ~35 weeks) or 2 years (AAS)
Transportation+5%

Forklift Operator / Material Handler

$39,000
4-8 hours (OSHA forklift certification); warehousing AS 1-2 semesters
Transportation+6%

Logistics / Warehouse Specialist

$41,000
Entry: no formal requirement; AS in Logistics 2 years; CPIM study 3-6 months
Culinary+17%

Chef / Head Cook

$56,910
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS Culinary Arts)
Culinary+12%

Pastry Chef / Baker

$31,760
6-12 months (Pastry Arts Certificate) or 2 years (AS Baking & Pastry)
Culinary+14%

Bartender

$29,910
2-8 weeks (mixology certificate) or integrated into AS Hospitality programs
Culinary+9%

Food Service Manager

$65,050
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS Food Service/Hospitality Management)
Culinary+21%

Hotel / Lodging Manager

$76,580
2 years (AS Hospitality Management) or 4 years (BS Hospitality - UCF Rosen, FIU)
Culinary+17%

Event Planner / Meeting Coordinator

$57,480
6-12 months (certificate) or 2-4 years (AS/BS Hospitality/Event Management)
Culinary+16%

Travel Agent / Tourism Specialist

$40,180
6-12 months (certificate) or 2 years (AS Travel & Hospitality)
Public Safety+8%

Police Officer / Law Enforcement

$68,240
~6 months (770+ hour police academy)
Public Safety+8%

Firefighter

$55,000
4-6 months (fire academy); often integrated with EMS/paramedic training
Public Safety+8%

Security Guard (FL Licensed)

$33,890
Class D: 40-hour training (can complete in 1 week)
Public Safety+-7%

Corrections Officer

$41,180
~16 weeks (420+ hours corrections academy)
Public Safety+10%

Emergency Management Specialist

$65,000
2-4 years AS or BS
Education+7%

Childcare Worker / Early Childhood Educator

$29,360
1-2 weeks initial; 6 months for FCCPC
Education+12%

Preschool Teacher / VPK Instructor

$30,900
CDA: 6-12 months; AA: 2 years
Education+11%

Teacher's Aide / Paraprofessional (K-12)

$30,310
Minimal formal training; ParaPro exam prep 1-4 weeks
Education+11%

Special Education Aide

$30,310
Entry with HS diploma + district ESE training; AA in Special Education for advancement
Education+15%

Sign Language Interpreter (Licensed)

$49,480
AS: 2 years; BS: 4 years
Education+0%

Library Technician / Library Assistant

$38,230
Library Technician Certificate: 1 year; AA: 2 years
Education+29%

Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC)

$52,260
CAC: 6-12 months; CAP/CADC: 2-3 years with work experience
Education+24%

Community Health Worker (CHW)

$42,980
CHW Certificate: 80-160 hours (4-12 weeks)
Education+14%

Case Manager / Social Services Assistant

$39,030
AS Human Services/Social Work: 2 years; BSW for licensed pathway: 4 years
Public Safety+9%

EMT - Basic (Emergency Medical Technician)

$37,120
3-6 months (127+ hours)
Personal Services+12%

Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor

$44,710
3-6 months
Personal Services+12%

Yoga Instructor

$44,800
200-hour training: 1-3 months intensive or 6-12 months part-time
Personal Services+19%

Tattoo Artist

$56,500
Apprenticeship: 1-3 years
Personal Services+17%

Body Piercing Specialist

$57,000
No formal degree; DOH training 1 day; apprenticeship 6-12 months recommended
Personal Services+19%

Makeup Artist (Full Specialist)

$35,000
400 hours: 4-6 months full-time
Personal Services+19%

Dog Groomer / Pet Groomer

$36,400
6-12 weeks vocational; 3-6 months apprenticeship
Personal Services+6%

Funeral Director / Mortician

$53,000
2 years AS + 1 year apprenticeship
Personal Services+5%

Childcare Center Director

$53,000
AA in Early Childhood Education (2 years) + Director Credential courses (1-3 months additional)
Personal Services+13%

Life Coach / Career Coach

$48,000
ICF-accredited coach training: 3-12 months (60-200+ hours)
Transportation+6%

Automotive Service Advisor

$68,000
OJT 6-12 months; community college automotive programs 1-2 years
Transportation+5%

Auto Detailer / Reconditioning Specialist

$33,000
OJT 1-3 months; specialty training 1-3 days
Personal Services+8%

Scuba Diving Instructor / Dive Master

$42,000
Divemaster: 3-6 months; Instructor Development Course: additional 2 weeks
Transportation+7%

Charter Boat Captain / Fishing Guide

$47,000
OUPV prep course: 1-4 weeks; sea service accumulation: 1-3 years minimum
Personal Services+8%

Lifeguard / Water Safety Instructor

$36,500
Lifeguard course: 25-30 hours; WSI: 25+ additional hours
Personal Services+5%

Golf Course Superintendent

$70,000
AAS Turfgrass: 2 years; BS: 4 years
Creative+2%

Photographer / Videographer

$47,000
Certificate: 6-12 months; AAS: 2 years; BA: 4 years
Creative+1%

Audio Engineer / Sound Technician

$54,000
Certificate: 6-12 months; AAS: 2 years; BS: 4 years
Creative+1%

Broadcast Technician / AV Tech

$53,000
Certificate: 6-12 months; AAS: 2 years
Creative+6%

Film / TV Production Assistant

$37,000
Certificate: 6-12 months; BS: 4 years (Full Sail, FIU, UCF Film)
Construction+3%

Home Inspector

$80,000
120 hours training: 4-12 weeks
Construction+12%

Mold Assessor / Remediator

$63,000
14-hour CE + exam; background in construction/inspection typical
Construction+9%

Alarm Systems Installer / Security Tech

$45,500
Apprenticeship 1-2 years; NICET exam prep 3-6 months
Creative+3%

Interior Designer (Licensed)

$59,000
4-year BFA/BS in Interior Design (CIDA accredited: Ringling, FIU, FSU, UCF)
Business+0%

Court Reporter / Stenographer

$62,000
2-4 years stenography program
Business+5%

Interpreter / Translator (Non-Medical)

$52,000
Certificate: 3-12 months; BA in languages: 4 years

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