See how you could prepare for a stable career in this growing
industry. If you're looking to pursue a stable career, look to
the health care industry. According to the Bureau of Labor
Statistics: • In February 2011, health care added more than
34,000 positions. • Health care is projected to add 3.2 million
new positions from 2008-2018. • The health care industry
provided 14.3 million jobs in 2008. More good news: This growing
field is full of career options. Need something with a quick
education path? No problem. Care more about high earning
potential? There's a career for that too. Keep reading to see
some education options for today's in-demand health care
careers. #1 - Medical Assistant Medical assisting duties include
office management, patient care and interaction, and equipment
sterilization. Hot factor: According to the U.S. Department of
Labor, medical assisting is projected to be one of the fastest
growing occupations for the 2008-2018 timeframe. In fact, it's
expected to grow 34 percent through 2018