When you’re ready to start working, you probably want to get into a career that’s going to be on the up and  up, rather than going down.  What you’re going to find out is that every career field is like a roller coaster, just like stocks.  It’s really hard to predict some of them.

According to statistics, there are some careers that you may want to look into.  These following 16 are projected to grow from now until 2016.

Accountant – Requires a bachelor’s degree, as well as certifications, and licenses from your state.

Casinos – People love to gamble and always will.  While a majority of these jobs require a High School diploma, there is a lot of room for growth.

Computer Engineer - You will need a Bachelor’s Degree with experience in computer software.

Dental Assistant - Again, a job you can’t outsource.  Will require a 1, or 2 year certificate, as well as on the job training.

Financial Adviser - You’re going to need a bachelor’s degree, as well as extensive on the job training.

Financial Analyst – Depending on where you want to work, you will most likely need either a bachelor’s, or master’s degree.

Forensic Science - Requires a bachelor’s degree, as well as lab and legal knowledge.

Home Aides - Only require High School diploma, and on the job training such as lectures, classrooms, and more.

Physician Assistant – Requires completion of two year assistant program.  Upon graduation, you must take the national license exam.

Physical Therapist - This career will require a state license and what you’re going to find out is that most jobs will require a Master’s Degree as well.

Post secondary Teachers - Requires a bachelor’s degree, as well as a state teaching certificate.

Social Worker - Working with the justice system, you will help troubled youths, as well as adults with counseling, treatment programs, and more.

Veterinarian - Must complete a  four-year post grad program to receive your Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.  You also must be licensed by the state as well.

All of these careers are projected to grow by more than 20%!  If you’re looking into a fast growing career for the next 3-5 years, I would highly recommend that you look into these type of programs.  Not only are you going to make a lot of money, you can better yourself with a great education.