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Nov 10, 2021

Score a Reported Top 10 Fastest-Growing Career, Without a Bachelor’s Degree

Score a Reported Top 10 Fastest-Growing Career, Without a Bachelor’s Degree

Education is the key to freedom, achieving and sustaining your dreams and having stability for yourself and for your family. But at what cost? A degree that takes years and requires investing thousands of dollars, often leaving a student with high debt and few job prospects, is not the kind of education we’re talking about. If your goal is to receive skills-training from industry experts and enter the job market, in demand and able to work within months, then there are careers and prospects a-plenty for you to explore.

CNBC recently reported on “a range of jobs that don’t require a bachelor’s degree across several industries that are expected to be in high demand over the next 10 years.” And Balance Careers shared “a list of 10 of the top new-collar jobs. These are jobs that do not require a four-year degree, offer good salaries, and are in high demand.”

We’ve got fabulous news! As we look to the fields they’re reflecting on, Anderson College has designed programs and diplomas to precisely address these major areas of need in our society. As an Anderson student, you can glean from industry-experts, through online learning, hands-on training and via a practicum with organizational leaders and, depending on the program, test your skills in our state-of-the-art labs. And you can do this in as little as two years.

Anderson Programs that Train for the In-Demand Careers of the Next Decade

The Need

“Occupational therapy assistants, physical therapy assistants, personal care aides … will become critical roles as more baby boomers retire and depend on these services” [And] “… health-care costs for this group are expected to be high, as this generation is “living longer, yet experiencing higher rates of obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension.””

Training to Fill the Need

Occupational / Physiotherapy Assistant
If your interest lies in helping in the treatment, prevention and/or rehabilitation of physical disabilities, movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health-related conditions, our Physiotherapist & Occupational Therapist Assistant program could be for you. You can be working within in 74 weeks, including a 15-week practicum, and you get to train within our fully equipped, simulated rehabilitation rooms.
To learn more about this opportunity, visit our Quick Links below for all the details!

Cardiology Technologist
This EQual™ accredited program teaches you how to assist physicians on various cardio-vascular procedures and training on equipment to monitor and diagnose heart and blood vessel disorders. You’ll be trained in 76 weeks; it includes a 16-week practicum and students are able to test the knowledge gained from expert instructors in our fully equipped cardiology laboratory. Our Quick Links below have all the details on how to pursue this rewarding and lucrative career.

Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Do you have a passion for working with seniors, providing the daily support they need to deal with life as they age, to offer compassion and deliver care with kindness and respect? Then our country needs you. Our PSW course program lasts 40 weeks and includes a 15-week practicum and hands-on training happens with our fully equipped, simulated hospital room and practical nursery. More details in our Quick Links below.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Does the thought of using your tech skills to wield leading-edge sonography/ultrasound technology and help doctors and the healthcare team diagnose and treat patients inspire you? If so, this program could be your ticket to a powerful career, in a booming industry. After 2 years, training with industry leaders, and receiving hands-on experience via two separate practicums, you’ll be set to launch a thriving career. Our Quick Links below have all the details you need to begin.

Pharmacy Technician
See yourself working alongside a pharmacist to meet patients’ health and drug-related needs? Then this Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) accredited program and its Pharmacy Technician courses can lead you to career success. After 43 weeks, a 9-week practicum, training with industry-experts and within our simulated pharmacy stocked with the equipment and supplies you need to experience your new career first-hand, you’ll feel confident to join a thriving healthcare field. More details in our Quick Links below.

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The Need

Network and computer systems administrators install and operate computer systems for companies. Because almost every industry has network and computer systems, these administrators work in every field, from IT to finance to education.” As covered in this Balance Careers article – 10 High-Paying Careers….

Training to Fill the Need

Advanced Diploma in Cisco and Red Hat Engineering
See yourself assisting in designing technical solutions, implementing and supporting LAN and WAN network solutions? Our Advanced Diploma in Cisco and Red Hat Engineering starts you on the path to a successful career in information technology by giving you a foundational understanding of the creation, operation, and maintenance of networks. 41 weeks including cisco certification vouchers for CCNA, CCNP, ITIL, RHCSA & RHCE, to ensure you have the credentials you need to succeed. More details in our Quick Links below.

Your education doesn’t have to break your bank. Your training doesn’t need to take years. And when you finish your diploma, you can have a career working within one of the top 10 highest -paying jobs of this decade, and you don’t need to wait. Call our Admissions Advisor today and we can walk you right through how to get started. We’ll even offer you study tips all along the way.

We want to make sure you have what you need to succeed! Check out these reference links:

Physical Therapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant:
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/full-time-mom-to-a-career-in-physiotherapy-marichus-story/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/career-opportunities-physiotherapy-assistant/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/physiotherapy-occupational-therapy-know-the-difference-train-to-assist-both/

Cardiology Technologist:
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/starting-a-cardiology-technologist-career-read-anis-journey/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/why-you-should-become-a-cardiology-technologist/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/skills-to-ensure-success-in-your-new-cardiology-technology-career/

Personal Support Worker:
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/saving-a-little-girls-life-inspired-her-to-become-a-personal-support-worker/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/ontario-personal-support-workers/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/a-second-chance-to-serve-humanity-inspired-her-to-become-a-psw/

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer:
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/a-career-in-demand-diagnostic-medical-sonography-and-your-future/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/the-future-of-ultrasound-and-you/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/5-brilliant-reasons-to-become-a-diagnostic-medical-sonographer-dms/

Pharmacy Technician:
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/your-lucrative-career-as-a-pharmacy-technician-starts-here/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/after-facing-challenges-as-an-immigrant-and-raising-twins-hermangis-pharmacy-technician-dream-is-now-real/

Advanced Diploma in Cisco and Red Hat Engineering:
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/5-career-benefits-of-cisco-red-hat-training-for-it-professionals/
https://staging21.andersoncollege.com/newsite/kickstart-your-it-career-5-tips-to-fuel-your-success/

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about applying, funding, and life at Anderson College.

How long does it take to complete a program at Anderson College?
Most diploma programs run 24–58 weeks of full-time study, depending on the discipline. Healthcare programs (PSW, Cardiology, MOA, Dental Assistant) typically include a clinical or work placement so you graduate job-ready.
What financial aid options are available?
We accept OSAP (Ontario), Better Jobs Ontario, Windmill Microlending, in-house Alumni and PSW bursaries, and traditional student lines of credit through major banks. Visit our Financial Aid page for the full list and to chat with a Financial Aid Advisor.
Are international students welcome?
Yes. Anderson College is a DLI-approved Career College registered with the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. Programs marked as PGWP-eligible qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit. See our International Students page for visa support details.
How do I apply?
You can start your application online in under 5 minutes or speak with an Admissions Advisor for a guided walkthrough. Begin your application here.
Does Anderson College offer job placement support?
Every program includes Career Services — resume coaching, interview prep, employer connections and lifetime alumni support. Many programs also include a built-in clinical or industry placement so you graduate with real-world experience. Learn more on the Career Services page.

Still have a question? Speak with an Admissions Advisor →

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