It’s not always easy to predict what the future will look like. When it comes to job stability, you can’t really guarantee which skills will be in demand. However, there are plenty of skills and roles that will pretty much always be popular. For some roles, there are never really enough people to fill them, so having the right skills and experience can mean you always have some level of job security and stability. Even the jobs that have more competition can still help to make it easier to stay in work. If you’re looking for job stability as a mom, there are lots of options you could consider.
Tech Jobs
Jobs in tech are often pretty sought after, especially because some of them come with pretty high salaries attached. Of course, some of the roles with the highest salaries are also based in regions with high living costs, which can offset it somewhat. But you don’t have to be in Silicon Valley to find a great job in tech. Tech skills are in high demand and are only becoming more so as we rely on technology more and more. Whether you decide to be a software developer, a web designer, or an IT technician, you could find that there are plenty of jobs out there for you.
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Medicine and Dentistry
Medicine and related fields are always going to have lots of roles that require skilled workers. Some skills might be more in demand than others but many roles experience shortages because of high demand and lack of supply. Some specialist roles can come with excellent salaries, although many careers in medicine can be demanding too. One of the popular options for moms is to get a diploma for dental assistants. Dental assistants are usually in demand and entrance into the career is relatively easy. Salaries are typically decent too, so you can benefit from both job stability and good pay.
There’s a huge range of careers in medicine and related fields at different levels. You don’t have to be a surgeon or even a nurse to work in medicine. There are many different jobs that involve working directly with patients, from therapists to patient advocates. Then there are just as many options behind the scenes, including lab workers, administrative roles, and support staff. Some jobs are obviously easier to get into than others, depending on what qualifications you need.
Animal Care
It’s not just caring for human health that could offer you a secure job. If you’re interested in animals, you could also find a career that provides you with security and stability. Becoming a vet takes a number of years, but the reward for studying hard is a good salary and plenty of demand for your skills. Another option is becoming a veterinary nurse to provide support to vets. The path to becoming a vet nurse is shorter but it can still offer you plenty of opportunities for work and the chance to work with animals on a daily basis too. Other jobs working with animals can sometimes be plentiful too, ranging from dog daycare workers to animal trainers.
Engineering
If you’re willing to consider a career that would require you to go back to school, engineering is definitely a good field to consider. Engineers are skilled and knowledgeable, which is why they tend to be in demand. There are different types of engineering too, so you can find a field that works for you and that offers the best job prospects. While some types of engineering jobs might involve traveling around, parents can look for roles that will keep them closer to home. You might imagine engineers as being out and about and working onsite a lot. However, many of them mostly work from an office.
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Legal Professions
Just like we’ll always need people to look after our health, we’ll always need people to keep the legal system going too. There are many careers related to the law and the courts. Of course, there’s the option of being an attorney if you’re prepared to go to law school. But there are also various other roles that could be a good choice for anyone who’s interested in the law. You could consider a career as a paralegal or legal secretary, a court clerk, or perhaps a police officer, probation officer, or another option related to the law and justice.
Financial Roles
People will always need people to help them take care of their money too. While many people can manage their personal finances on their own, there are plenty of times when they will want to turn to a professional for help. There are many different roles in financial services that can help individuals and businesses to manage their money. You could consider training to be an accountant, a tax advisor, a debt counselor, an investment broker, a financial advisor, and much more. If you have a head for numbers and finances or you’re good at giving advice, you might consider a career involving finances.
Education
Teachers are often in short supply but they’re always needed. What’s more, some teachers are eventually given tenure, securing them a stable job. Becoming a teacher of students of any age could help you to find a job that works for you. Teaching often works well with parenting because you can fit it around your schedule. Although it can be a lot of work, you can do much of it outside of the classroom. One of the types of teachers that is often in demand is special education teachers. They need a specific set of skills for working with students with more complex needs.
Choosing a new career path can be tough, especially if you’ve taken some time out of work. But if you’re looking for stability and job security, you could find that you have more options than you think. Consider what your needs are, as well as what skills you have and what you’re interested in to help you find the right path.
