Hot Top Ten: 2014-2024
According to the US Dept of Labor, these are projected to be the FASTEST GROWING jobs in the nation from 2014-2024. They represent all education levels, from on-the-job training to Ph.D.
Many of the fastest growing occupations are related to healthcare or computers. This growth reflects increased demand for medicine by an aging population and increased use of computers.
Top 10 Jobs: Fastest Growth |
% Change | Education Required |
Wind Turbine Service Technicians | 108% | OJT* |
Physical Therapy Assistants & Aides (Combined) | 40% | AA/AS** |
Home Health Aides | 38% | OJT |
Commercial Divers | 37% | OJT |
Occupational Therapy Assistants & Aides (Combined) | 37% | AA/AS |
Nurse Practicioners | 35% | MA/MS*** |
Physical Therapists | 34% | Doctoral / Professional |
Statisticians | 34% | MA/MS |
Ambulance Drivers & Attendants (Non-EMT) | 33% | OJT |
Physician Assistants | 30% | MA/MS |
* On the Job Training
** Associate's Degree
*** Master's Degree
Jobs in Montana
Check with Montana Dept of Labor for local projections. In Montana, these jobs are projected to be the FASTEST GROWING from 2014-2024:
Top 10 Jobs: Fastest Growth |
% Change |
Education Required |
Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers | 50% | OJT |
Veterinary Technologists & Technicians | 37% | AA/AS |
Nurse Practicioners | 32% | MA/MS |
Physical Therapy Assistants | 31% | AA/AS |
Laborers & Helpers (Combined) | 31% | OJT |
Physical Therapists | 30% | Doctoral / Professional |
Market Research Analysists & Marketing Specialists | 27% | BA/BS |
Physician Assistants | 27% | MA/MS |
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades | 26% | OJT |
EMTs & Paramedics | 24% | OJT |
CareerOneStop, June 2016 |