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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