5 Hot STEM Roles That College Bound Students Should Know About
For those of you not familiar with the term STEM, it is an acronym for “Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.” According to the Office of the President of the United States, jobs in STEM-related fields are projected to grow exponentially over the next decade with demand outpacing the number of qualified applicants by one million. Although there can be a substantial commitment to education and training in order to qualify for a STEM position, the pay off can be seen in the expected job growth and earning potential (see below).
So whether you are a high school student getting ready to graduate or you have already graduated and are in the work force but looking to change paths to a new field, those who choose a path in the STEM seem to have a bright future indeed.
Web Developer
More organizations are becoming connected to and reliant on the Internet for business communications, and this requires the need for specialists who not only can design a web site, but manage site content, traffic, and fine tune it for search engine optimization.
Network Security Specialist/Analyst
Network Security Specialists work in both the private and government sector, defending computer information networks from the ever-increasing threat of cyber-attacks. Entry-level educational requirements for this job are a bachelor’s degree in a computer related field.
Healthcare Administrator
Healthcare Administrators work as managers and executives in a variety of healthcare delivery environments, including hospitals, clinics, and medical offices. They are responsible for the efficient planning, directing, and coordination of healthcare services. The minimum educational requirement is a bachelor’s degree although it is not uncommon for a requirement of a master’s degree.
Accountant
As businesses expand across the country, there is always a need for those who handle the financial records and taxes. A bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance is required for this occupation, and many go on to become CPA’s (Certified Public Accountants).
Software Developer
Software Developers are the creative force that design and manage the entire process of software and network systems development.
These are just five of the hot STEM roles that are expected to grow over the next decade. The opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics specialties are becoming more apparent as the world moves to an increasingly reliant state on technology.
If you are interested in learning more about these (or any other) STEM fields and what it would take to get started on a new and exciting path, contact ECPI University TODAY! It could be the BEST decision you ever made!
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