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Career Spotlight: February 2008
Information about these occupations was taken from the 2006-2007 Occupational Outlook Handbook. To find out more information about various occupations, visit the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Hospitality/Leisure Management
- Service occupations, by far the largest occupational group, account for 65 percent of the industry’s employment.
- Hotels employ many young workers and others in part-time and seasonal jobs.
- Average earnings are lower than in most other industries.
More information can be found at the Occupational Outlook Handbook website.
Hospital Administrator/Medical and Health Services Managers
- Rapid employment growth is projected; job opportunities will be especially good in offices of health practitioners, general medical and surgical hospitals, home health care services, and outpatient care centers.
- Applicants with work experience in health care and strong business and management skills likely will have the best opportunities.
- Earnings are high, but long work hours are common.
- A master’s degree is the standard credential for most positions, although a bachelor’s degree is adequate for some entry-level positions in smaller facilities and in health information management.
More information can be found at the Occupational Outlook Handbook website.