You may be planning to go to college or get training in a different part of the state or a different state altogether, but you might also know that some day you would like to move back to Central Minnesota to live and work. It is important to note that many of the jobs that are and will be available in the region require or prefer some sort of post-secondary education, from a vocational award or certificate to an associate degree or bachelor's degree. And although many jobs will be available with no post-secondary requirements, your education is a very worthwhile investment. You'll see in the list of 125 Hot Jobs featured below that the highest-paying jobs tend to require some education or experience, while the lowest-paying jobs require little education and tend to have much higher turnover. Planning for your education and career will help you enjoy a better future. There are also many great career opportunities in growing industries that require specific on-the-job training, which is usually offered directly through your employer.

(Occupational titles and wages are links to ISEEK and DEED career information pages that will open in a new window,
where you can study the career description, wages, work activities, and plan your education)