Careers with Greatest Growth Potential

With over 100 recession proof careers covered in my book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Recession Proof Careers, it can be hard to determine the best of the best. Here are the top twelve recession proof careers by anticipated job growth and income potential. The data presented here is based on the U.S. Department of Labor statistics.

Career Growth by 2016

1. Personal and Home Care Aid 51%

2. Personal Financial Advisor 41%

3. Computer Software Engineer 38%

4. Computer Scientist and 37%
Database Administrator

5. Substance Abuse and Behavioral 34%
Disorder Counselor

6. Social and Human Services 34%
Assistant

7. Gaming Surveillance Officer 34%

8. Dental Hygienist 30%

9. Computer Systems Analyst 29%

10. Gaming and Sports Book 28%
Writers and Runners

11. Physician Assistant 27%

12. Physical Therapist 27%