Hot Degrees of 2016

Hot Degrees of 2016• Whether you're looking for a change in career, or want to finish up your old degree,

National American University (NAU) offers students the chance to return to school in January. NAU offers rolling admissions and accepts applications up until one week before classes start. This means that students can begin school in January after the New Year rather than waiting another six months for September to roll around.

• There is no application fee to apply to NAU and no entrance exams to worry about. Applications are short and swift, so there is also no need to worry about spending a lot of time filling out lengthy applications. Whether you're an online student, on campus, or both, we have some great resources to help you stay organized.

• NAU is home to some of the top degree programs that match up with the hottest, up-and-coming degrees of 2016.. Following are some of the hottest careers of 2016 and NAU programs that will provide you with the education you need to become successful.

As businesses implement more and newer technology, more professionals will be needed to monitor efficiency and set up networks.

Network Systems and Data Communications Analyst

Projected increase in 2016: 53.4 percent

Number employed in 2006: 262,000

Median pay in 2006: $67,460

NAU Education: Online IT Degree

This job is expected to grow rapidly due to the projected rise in the number pet owners who consider their pets part of the family. Pet owners are also becoming more affluent as the number of pets grows.

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Projected increase in 2016: 41 percent

Number employed in 2006: 71,000

Median pay in 2006: $27,750NAU Degree: Veterinary Technician Program

Due to technological advances and the growing elderly population, the healthcare industry will continue to expand and more practices will require more staff.

Medical Assistants

Projected increase in 2016: 35.4 percent

Number employed in 2006: 417,000

Median pay in 2006: $26,290NAU Education: Online Health Care Programs

This job is expected to grow rapidly due to the projected rise in the number of elderly people, who are relying more and more on home care.

Personal and Home Care Aides

Projected increase in 2016: 33.8 percent

Number employed in 2006: 221,000

Median pay in 2006: $77,280NAU Education: Online Accounting Degree

The financial industry continues to grow in complexity and more analysts will be in demand, particularly at mutual funds.

Financial Analysts

Projected increase in 2016: 50.6 percent

Number employed in 2006: 767,000

Median pay in 2006: $18,180NAU Degree: CNA Courses through NAU's Non-Credit Division

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High school diploma or GEDA completed student application for admission