Jump onto an upward spike in growing job fields in Florida. Whether you’re looking to move to the state or already live here, want to make a strategic career shift or wondering if your career makes the cut this list is for you. If you’ve been dreaming of a beachfront home, luxe condo or a more spacious abode upgrade your lifestyle by bringing in a six figure income.
Growth: 45%
Average wage: $101,000
A physician assistant or PA works under the supervision of a physician as a part of team-based care. They can diagnose, treat and prescribe medicine to patients.
Physician assistants need to pass a certification exam and become licensed. They also need to become recertified every 10 years and continue 100 continuing education credits medical every two years throughout their career.
If you’re already a medical assistant, emergency medical technician (EMT), paramedic, lab assistant, registered nurse, surgical tech, or certified nursing assistant (CNA) you’re in a great position to take the next step to becoming a Physician’s Assistant and upgrade your paycheck and lifestyle. Most programs look for students with an existing bachelor’s degree health care experience.
Colleges with PA Programs: Barry University, Miami-Dade College Nova Southeastern University, South University Tampa, University of Florida,
Growth: 35%
Average wage: $250,000
An anesthesiologist administers general or local anesthetic to a patient and monitors their vitals throughout the procedure. They help manage pain and deal with emergency situations that may require clearing airways, resuscitation, and life support.
To become an anesthesiologist one must have a Bachelor’s degree and an appropriate MCAT score to enter medical school. They must complete a 4-year residency, become licensed and board certified after completing med school.
If you’re looking to make a mid career change as an anesthesiologist it will be easiest if you have an existing Bachelor's degree. Preferably with chemistry, biology, calculus and physics courses already under your belt. You’ll want to start prioritizing time to study and pass the Graduate Record Exams (GRE) and Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).
Colleges with Anesthesiology programs: University of Florida College of Medicine, University of Central Florida College of Medicine, USF Morsani College of Medicine, Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.
Growth: 33%
Average wage: $119,000
A personal financial advisor helps individuals in their investment decisions as well as advising them on tax laws and insurance based on their unique financial needs. Common situations they advise on are saving for retirement and education expenses.
Financial advising is a popular career field for those who have made a mid career change.
You’ll need a Bachelor's degree ideally in business, economics, accounting or finance. This career offers the option of either working for a finance or insurance company or as an entrepreneur.You will want to get certified as a Certified Financial Planning (CFP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC).
