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October, 2016 l Working World l WorkingWorld.com 17 eye health. Optometrists prescribe glasses and contacts for patients who need corrective lenses, and they provide treatment options for patients with eye conditions. Some optometrists will also perform surgery, with the most common one being laser eye surgery. (BLS) • Annual salary, hourly wage: $109,810 a year, $47.03 an hour • Suggested education: Doctor of Optometry • Number of jobs in the U.S.: 29,180 48. CHIROPRACTOR Chiropractors help patients with spinal conditions, helping them realign the bones in their backs. A chiropractor may work under his own practice, or he may assistant patients in a hospital. Most chiropractic services are needed after a patient has been injured in some way. The growth rate for this profession is 28%. (BLS) • Annual salary, hourly wage: $79,550 a year, $31.81 an hour • Suggested education: Doctor of Chiropractics, Master of Science in Chiropractics (rare) • Number of jobs in the U.S.: 27,740 49. PSYCHIATRIST A psychiatrist is a doctor who assesses, treats, and helps prevent mental disorders. Psychiatrists sometimes work as therapists, but they mostly work with other health care providers to diagnose a patient's mental state and stability. Psychiatrists can work in a variety of job environments, including court houses and law enforcement offices. (BLS) • Annual salary, hourly wage: $177,520 a year, $83.33 an hour • Suggested education: Doctor of Psychiatry, Doctor of Psychology • Number of jobs in the U.S.: 24,210 50. OBSTETRICIAN An obstetrician, gynecologist, or OB-GYN is a doctor who helps pregnant women before and after the birth of their babies. Gynecologists monitor the progress of a pregnancy, identify the sex of a baby, prescribe prenatal medications, and assist in the birthing process. They also perform fertility treatments and help couples who are having trouble getting pregnant. (BLS) • Annual salary, hourly wage: $216,760 a year, $104.21 an hour • Suggested education: Doctor of Medicine • Number of jobs in the U.S.: 20,880 CAREER TRAINING STUDIES SHOW THAT EXTENSION STUDENTS NOW EARN MORE MONEY THAN COLLEGE GRADS! WANT TO MAKE TOMORROW BETTER THAN TODAY? Reputable and Accredited Public Institution California Community College Since 1949 FINANCING AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE Los Angeles Valley College E X T E N S I O N CLASSES START SOON! Call today (818) 997-0967 Register Online 24/7 LEGALFIELDCAREERS.COM PROFESSIONAL PARALEGAL ACADEMY Spring Classes are fi lling up! Become a Paralegal for only $375/mo. New & exciting program–only 7 months! Exceeds California statutory requirements Monday/Wednesday/Thursday nights & most Saturday mornings. HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT ACADEMY Spring Classes are fi lling up! Complete in only 18 weeks! Thursday nights & Saturday mornings Only $295/month Coming in January 2017 HR + aPHR* *Prepare for this nationally recognized test! LEGAL SECRETARY ACADEMY Spring Classes are fi lling up! Complete in only 4 weeks! Saturdays only Only $750 PROFESSIONAL PARALEGAL ACADEMY HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT ACADEMY PARALEGAL + LEGAL DOCUMENT ASSISTANT (FOR PARALEGALS) Winter Classes are fi lling up! Complete in only 34 weeks! Saturdays only Only $325/month Over 95% placement ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL ASSISTANT or CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT