Jeffery Said:

what are some careers in the health field that pays well but doesn't require much schooling?

We Answered:

Registered nurses There are three typical educational paths to registered nursing—a bachelor's of science degree in nursing (BSN), an associate degree in nursing (ADN), and a diploma. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers There are several avenues for entry into the field of diagnostic medical sonography. Sonographers may train in hospitals, vocational-technical institutions, colleges or universities, or the Armed Forces. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos273.htm

Dental Hygienists A minimum of an associate degree or certificate in dental hygiene is generally required for practice in a private dental office. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos097.htm

Occupational Therapist Assistants and Aides An associate degree from an accredited academic program is generally required to qualify for occupational therapist assistant jobs. In contrast, occupational therapist aides usually receive most of their training on the job. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos166.htm

Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides Most physical therapy aides are trained on the job, while almost all physical therapist assistants earn an associate degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos167.htm

Medical Assistants Some medical assistants are trained on the job, but many complete 1- or 2-year programs. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos164.htm

Surgical Technologists Training programs last 9 to 24 months and lead to a certificate, diploma, or associate’s degree. Professional certification can help in getting jobs and promotions. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos106.htm

Physician Assistants Physician assistant educational programs usually take at least 2 years to complete for full-time students. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos081.htm

Josephine Said:

I want to work in the health field?

We Answered:

Credit has nothing to do with schooling. You need to take a course or a certificate program for one of the medical/health careers. You will find they don't pay quite that good though. You can be a lab-tech, a pharm-tech, LPN/RN, medical transcriptionist, medical librarian, etc. Check out all the possibilities.