Developer, Infrastructure Engineer, Network Engineer, Publishing Systems Analyst, Senior Software Engineer, Software Architect, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Systems Coordinator, Systems Engineer.
Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.
This occupation currently employs 394,590 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 11.10%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 4.00 | Associate's degree |
| 77.00 | Bachelor's degree |
| 17.00 | Master's degree |
Associate Dentist, Dental Surgery Doctor (DDS), Dentist, Dentist/Owner, Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Family Dentist, General Dentist, General Dentist/Owner, Pediatric Dentist.
Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.
This occupation currently employs 110,400 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 19.40%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 7.00 | Some college, no degree |
| 6.00 | Associate's degree |
| 81.00 | Doctoral degree |
Board Certified Orthodontist, Orthodontist, Orthodontist, Small Business Owner, Orthodontist, Vice President, Specialist in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
Examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies. Design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to produce and maintain normal function and to improve appearance.
This occupation currently employs 5,080 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 19.30%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 8.00 | Doctoral degree |
Anesthesiologist Assistants, Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C), Clinical Physician Assistant, Family Practice Physician Assistant, General Surgery Physician Assistant, Midlevel Provider, Orthopaedic Physician Assistant, Physician Assistant Certified (PAC), Physician Extender, Physician's Assistant, Surgical Physician Assistant.
Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.
This occupation currently employs 109,220 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 37.30%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 30.00 | Bachelor's degree |
| 50.00 | Master's degree |
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Practice Certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Practitioner, Adult, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner.
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
This occupation currently employs 166,280 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 36.10%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 3.00 | Post-baccalaureate certificate |
| 83.00 | Master's degree |
| 7.00 | Doctoral degree |
Assistant Division Chief for Statistical Program Management, Biostatisticians, Clinical Data Managers, Clinical Statistics Manager, Human Resource Statistician, Private Statistical/Psychometric Consultant, Program Research Specialist, Senior Statistician, Statistical Analyst, Statistician, Statistician (Demographer), Trend Investigator.
Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.
This occupation currently employs 36,540 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 33.80%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 28.00 | Bachelor's degree |
| 48.00 | Master's degree |
| 20.00 | Doctoral degree |
Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Chief, General Pediatric Clinic, General Pediatrician, Group Practice Pediatrician, Medical Doctor (MD), Pediatrician, Pediatrician, Partner in Private Medical Practice, Physician, Primary Care Pediatrician.
Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent children's diseases and injuries.
This occupation currently employs 28,990 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 15.40%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 9.00 | Associate's degree |
| 66.00 | Doctoral degree |
Attending Physician, Gynecologist, Medical Doctor (MD), OB/GYN (Obstetrician / Gynecologist), OB/GYN Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician), Obstetrician/Gynecologist (OB/GYN), Obstetrics Gynecology MD (OB/GYN MD), Obstetrics Gynecology Physician (OB/GYN Physician), Physician, Physician Gynecologist.
Physicians who provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth and those who diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general medical care to women.
This occupation currently employs 18,880 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 15.50%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 57.00 | Doctoral degree |
Dental Service Chief, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMS), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon-Practice Owner, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Resident, Oral Surgeon, Resident Physician, Resident Surgeon, Surgeon.
Perform surgery and related procedures on the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial regions to treat diseases, injuries, or defects. May diagnose problems of the oral and maxillofacial regions. May perform surgery to improve function or appearance.
This occupation currently employs 4,800 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 19.10%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 20.00 | Doctoral degree |
Doctor, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), Doctor Podiatric Medicine (DPM), Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Physician, Podiatric Physician, Podiatric Surgeon, Podiatrist, Practitioner.
Diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.
This occupation currently employs 9,670 people nationally. In the next ten years, employment for this occupation in the United States is expected to increase by 10.30%.
| % of Respondents | Education Level Required |
|---|---|
| 26.00 | Doctoral degree |