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16 September, 2016 l Working World l WorkingWorld.com FEATURED ARTICLE by www.trade-schools.net I t's absolutely true. Millions of people enjoy fun jobs that pay $20 an hour or more—without having spent any longer than one or two years in college or trade school. And you can become one of them. Why settle for anything less? The happier you are at work, the more successful you're likely to be in other areas of your life as well. Your career can be so much more than just a reliable source of good income. It can also be a major source of personal engagement and satisfaction. After all, if you're anything like most people, you crave opportunities that make you feel energized and connected to something meaningful—something that's easy to commit to. A large survey conducted in 2014 showed that only about 31.5 percent of Americans felt en- gaged at work. It's a result that confirms the real importance of choosing a path you're truly enthusiastic about. So, again, why settle? Enjoyable jobs that pay 20 dollars an hour or more are a lot more plentiful than you might imagine. They can be found across many different industries. And they demonstrate that fun and good-paying possibilities exist for almost anyone with the motivation to pursue them. That's true whether you're an outgoing people person, a technology buff, an as- piring creative artist, someone who likes helping others in need, someone who enjoys hands-on work, or a combination of these. In fact, many of the best-pay- ing and most enjoyable jobs—ones that don't require much post-secondary edu- cation—now exist in career sectors like design, the media arts, technology, health care, and the skilled trades. 1. DENTAL HYGIENIST This job is terrific for those who enjoy using their hands, want real respect as a professional, and are intrigued by the thought of interacting with all kinds of other people while contributing to their health and well-being. • Average wage—$34.96 per hour / $72,720 yearly • Top-end pay—over $47.33 per hour / $98,440 yearly • Job growth—19 percent 2. DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER Imagine being able to use ultrasound technology to see what's happening inside the human body in a way that's safe and fascinating. Now imagine doing that every day to help pregnant women and many other types of medical patients receive the best care possible. • Average wage—$34.08 per hour / $70,880 yearly • Top-end pay—over $46.82 per hour / $97,390 yearly • Job growth—26 percent 3. RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST Almost everyone today gets multiple x-rays taken over the courses of their lives. Radiologic imaging is simply one of the most widespread diagnostic technologies used in healthcare. As someone who takes those x-rays, you can do a world of good for others. • Average wage—$28.13 per hour / $58,520 yearly • Top-end pay—over $39.26 per hour / $81,660 yearly • Job growth—8.7 percent 4. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT What if you had the power to help sick, injured, or otherwise disabled people take care of themselves, return to work, or participate more fully in their hobbies and social lives? And what if you could do that every day? That's what this gratifying vocation is all about. • Average wage—$28.05 per hour / $58,340 yearly • Top-end pay—over $37.54 per hour / $78,080 yearly • Job growth—43 percent 5. CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST Conducting diagnostic testing on people's hearts and circulatory systems is often cited as one of the healthcare sector's most fulfilling career paths. Training in this field is a great way to make big contributions to people's health while ensuring your own job satisfaction. • Average wage—$26.97 per hour / $56,100 yearly • Top-end pay—over $41.91 per hour / $87,170 yearly • Job growth—22 percent 6. PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT Help injured and disabled people regain or increase their physical mobility or range of motion. This active, fulfilling, and in-demand healthcare vocation is often a real joy to be a part of. • Average wage—$26.56 per hour / $55,250 yearly • Top-end pay—over $36.99 per hour / $76,940 yearly • Job growth—41 percent 20 Fun Jobs That Pay $20 an Hour or More with Little School

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