Career, Occupations, and Job Opportunities
Careers in Demand
Several career fields are experiencing significant demand due to evolving economic, technological, and societal factors. These careers offer strong job prospects, competitive salaries, and opportunities for advancement. Education and training in these fields can position individuals for success in the evolving job market.
Texas is projected to add 2.3 million new jobs between 2020 and 2030. Of these, 39.3% will require some form of postsecondary education and training, including, in some cases, a college degree. However, several jobs will not require a degree; they will need specific technical skills, such as those in construction and manufacturing.
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Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Auditing Clerks
Agricultural Business and Management
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Special Education Teachers and Instructors
Teachers and Instructors, Pre-K, K-12, Secondary
Teaching Assistants/Aides, not Special Education
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
Texas Labor Market Review – October 2024
Occupational Highlights
Accounting and Related Services
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Detective and Criminal Investigators
Top Occupations Requested by Employers
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Software Developers
Fast Food and Counter Workers
Computer Occupations, All Other
Top Middle-Skill Occupations
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Home Health and Personal Care Aides
Medical Assistants
Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
Texas Statewide 25 Target Occupations
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