Recession-proof careers

Posted by admin on September 1st, 2009

Recession-proof careers are those that withstand the ups and downs of the economy and are rarely affected by whether or not people have a ton of disposable income (similar to many families in our current economy). There are few certainties to rely on in the job market, but two markets that always seem to thrive regardless are healthcare and education. Despite income level or the economy’s status people will always need doctors, nurses, therapist, dentists and other healthcare professionals. Education also comes to the forefront during tough economic times. With the current rate of unemployment more and more people are going back to school to either change careers or make them more marketable/valuable in their current position.

In times when people may not be able to afford to pay all (or even some) of their health insurance, making them less likely to be able to take proper health precautions, the healthcare industry is needed more than ever. Nurses are at an unprecedented demand right now, so as long as you have the proper training, finding a position should be no problem. As the number of people looking to secure a career rises, so does the number of teaching positions needed to be filled. Teachers, whether they are focused on elementary school students or graduate-level students, help provide the critical thinking skills necessary for securing the nation’s economic future. Both fields require dedication and persistence, but certainly pay off big in the end.

Has anyone made the jump to one of these two fields? What have your experiences been like? What are some other careers that may also thrive in times of economic hardship?