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•Air Traffic Controllers: $117,200. Typically, two to four years of training are needed in order to become fully certified, although previous military experience can cut that time down significantly.
•Industrial Production Managers: $77,670. A college degree is preferred, but not necessarily mandatory. They often work in industries such as aviation and automobiles.
•First-Line Police and Detective Supervisors: $69,300. Police officers can advance through the ranks to become supervisors by passing exams and achieving good performance reviews, and advanced training can help win promotions.
•Funeral Director: $49,620. College programs in mortuary science usually last from two to four years. You typically must also serve a one-year apprenticeship, pass an exam and obtain a state license.
•Police and Sheriff Patrol Officers: $47,460. Applicants usually must have at least a high school education, and some departments require a year or two of college or even a degree.
•Advertising Sales Agents: $42,750. 20% has a high school degree or less, and 10% have an Associate’s degree.
•Real Estate Brokers and Sales Agents: $39,760. While advanced coursework is not necessarily required, new entrants must pass an exam and get a state license.
•Occupational Therapist Assistants: $42,060. These workers usually need an associate degree or a certificate.
•Occupational Therapist Aides: $25,000. These employees receive most training on the job.
•Physical Therapist Assistants: $41,360. Assistants, who have greater responsibilities, typically need an associate’s degree.
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All salary information is according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
