A number of healthcare roles do not require education beyond a high school diploma, with average annual salaries reaching up to $72,415.
Many of these roles require obtaining a certification and passing an exam, according to a June 9 article from Indeed.
Several roles are also in high demand. Over the next 10 years, demand is expected to increase for home health aides (22%) and medical assistants (14%).
Below are 11 roles that do not require a college degree, along with their average salary, according to Indeed:
1. Dental assistant: $72,415
2. Licensed practical nurse: $59,639
3. Massage therapist: $58,172
4. Occupational therapy aide: $55,247
5. Phlebotomy technician: $53,069
6. Patient care technician: $51,925
7. Emergency medical technician: $46,258
8. Medical assistant: $46,145
9. Home health aide: $37,484
10. Medical transcriptionist: $37,278
11. Medical biller: $36,773
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