1. Health Care and Social Assistance
Social Workers
2012 Median Pay: $44,200 per year
Entry-level Education: Bachelor’s degree
Number of Jobs (2012): 607,300
Job outlook (2012-2022): 19%
Social and Human Service Assistants
2012 Median Pay: $28,850 per year
Entry-level Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Number of Jobs (2012): 372,700
Job outlook (2012-2022): 22%
