The following industries will provide you with a variety of career pathway options available in the northwestern Michigan region. Click on an industry to get started.
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Help electricians by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an electrician.
$27,490-$49,230
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Test and diagnose air flow systems using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a weatherization technician.
$26,780-$70,400
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a solar thermal technician.
$26,780-$70,400
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Identify opportunities to improve the operation, maintenance, or energy efficiency of building or process systems
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an energy auditor.
$30,820-$98,900
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 498
Install, service, or repair heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an HVAC mechanic or installer.
Meet Noodin, an apprentice in HVAC installation and repair.
$31,370-$61,230
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 498
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an electrician.
$33,240-66,420
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 498
Install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. May erect poles and light or heavy-duty transmission towers.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an electrical line installer and repairer.
$65,500-$116,160
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 498
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an electrician.
$33,240-$66,420
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Or other accredited college
Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an electrical engineer.
$59,270-$126,590
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Or other accredited college
Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a wind energy operations manager.
$47,450-$117,560
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Or other accredited college
Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a powerhouse, substation, and relay electrician.
$65,150-$119,230
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Or other accredited college
Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a biofuels product development manager.
$83,830-$176,710
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Or other accredited college
Buy or sell energy products on the behalf of residential or commercial customers or utilities. Negotiate and oversee contracts for energy sales
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an energy broker.
$26,100-$83,550
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! To get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Or other accredited college
Design, evaluate, modify, or construct fuel cell components or systems for transportation, stationary, or portable applications
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a fuel cell engineer.
$50,130-$101,700
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; and study the form and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and its return to the ocean and atmosphere
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a hydrologist.
$55,650-$121,190
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Transport students or special clients, such as the elderly or persons with disabilities
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a bus driver.
$22,310-$50,550
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Repair and replace tires.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a tire repairer.
$23,160-$38,930
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Operate equipment used for applying concrete, asphalt, or other materials to road beds, parking lots, or airport runways and taxiways, or equipment used for tamping gravel, dirt, or other materials.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a paving equipment operator.
$32,980-$55,600
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Includes helicopter and aircraft engine specialists
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an aircraft mechanic.
$30,800-$97,740
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Command ships to steer them into and out of harbors, estuaries, straits, or sounds, or on rivers, lakes, or bays
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a transportation manager.
$35,920-$62,720
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Repair automobiles, trucks, buses, and other vehicles
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an automotive mechanic.
$25,670-$62,050
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Supervise and coordinate activities of crew engaged in operating and maintaining engines, boilers, deck machinery, and electrical, sanitary, and refrigeration equipment aboard ship.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a ship engineer.
$41,730-$130,540
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a diesel engine specialist.
$32,740-$63,240
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an automotive body repairer.
$30,130-$65,560
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate purchasing, warehousing, distribution, forecasting, customer service, or planning services.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a logistics manager.
$61,490-121,060
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing, multi-engine aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an aircraft pilot.
$101,000-$208,000
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Design, develop, and take responsibility for the installation of ship machinery and related equipment including propulsion machines and power supply systems.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a marine engineer.
$65,440-$147,710
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Make exact measurements and determine property boundaries. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, mapmaking, mining, land evaluation, construction, and other purposes.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a surveyor.
$45,490-$95,600
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Analyze product delivery or supply chain processes to identify or recommend changes.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a logistics analyst.
$43,090-$101,240
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Plan, direct, or coordinate the transportation operations within an organization or the activities of organizations that provide transportation services
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a transportation manager.
$61,490-$121,060
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a construction laborer.
$23,310-$47,490
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, derricks, shovels, tractors, or front-end loaders to excavate, move, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour concrete or other hard surface pavement.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a construction laborer.
$34,090-$75,850
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, or related materials.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a roofer.
$27,730-$47,240
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Lay and bind building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and terra-cotta block, with mortar and other substances to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a brick mason or block layer.
$40,360-$84,590
Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a carpenter.
$25,660-$60,470
Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a cement mason and concrete finisher.
$19,800-$57,350
Adjust and operate surveying instruments, such as the theodolite and electronic distance-measuring equipment, and compile notes, make sketches and enter data into computers.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a surveying technician.
$35,080-$74,200
Apply hard tile, marble, and wood tile to walls, floors, ceilings, and roof decks.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a tile and marble setter.
$25,640-$68,410
Assemble, install, or repair pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems, according to specifications or plumbing codes.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a plumber.
$31,790-$73,170
Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a construction manager.
$57,510-$191,270
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining the price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a cost estimator.
$33,670-$70,200
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Make exact measurements and determine property boundaries. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, mapmaking, mining, land evaluation, construction, and other purposes.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a surveyor.
$45,490-$95,600
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations. Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area, such as electrical systems or plumbing.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a construction or building inspector.
$32,840-$69,300
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a mechanical drafter.
$35,960-$62,760
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an industrial engineering technician.
$30,980-$82,000
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Operate, test, maintain, or calibrate unmanned, automated, servo-mechanical, or electromechanical equipment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an electro-mechanical technician.
$22,100-$39,510
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics, and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an industrial engineer.
$46,480-$98,250
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a mechanical engineer.
$50,130-$101,700
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a materials engineer.
$33,690-$115,360
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an electrical engineer.
$59,270-$126,590
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Duties include supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a production worker.
$22,070-$35,300
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Set up, operate, or tend welding, soldering, or brazing machines or robots that weld, braze, solder, or heat treat metal products, components, or assemblies. Includes workers who operate laser cutters or laser-beam machines.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a welder.
$25,560-$36,990
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Operate or tend sewing machines to join, reinforce, decorate, or perform related sewing operations in the manufacture of garment or non-garment products.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a sewing machine operator.
$20,730-$43,090
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an industrial machinery mechanic.
$31,150-$62,190
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a CNC machine operator.
$31,060-$51,410
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Develop programs to control machining or processing of metal or plastic parts by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a CNC machine programmer.
$28,960-$68,610
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an industrial production manager.
$50,780-$156,620
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics, and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an industrial engineer.
$46,480-$98,250
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a sheet metal worker.
$34,930-$64,410
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Raise, place, and unite iron or steel girders, columns, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks. May erect metal storage tanks and assemble prefabricated metal buildings.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a structural iron and steelworker.
$34,770-$51,900
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Work below the surface of the water, using scuba gear to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and structures.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a commercial diver.
$31,890-$61,610
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Fabricate, position, align, and fit parts of structural metal products.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a metal fabricator and fitter.
$26,870-$61,450
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand soldering, or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a welder, cutter, solderer, and brazer.
$27,160-$59,150
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an industrial production manager.
$50,780-$156,620
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Includes correspondence school, industrial, and commercial instructors; and adult education teachers and instructors who prepare persons to operate industrial machinery and equipment and transportation and communications equipment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a welding instructor.
$25,289-$59,670
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at the establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a receptionist.
$22,370-$42,090
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Assist dentists, set up equipment, prepare patients for treatment, and keep records.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a dental assistant.
$30,120-$51,000
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Construct and repair full or partial dentures or dental appliances.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a dental laboratory technician.
$29,970-$76,070
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. May educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop x rays, or apply fluoride or sealants.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a dental hygienist.
$54,390-$78,980
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a health services manager.
$53,710-$186,760
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
North Central Michigan College
Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a dentist.
$59,200-$208,000
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies. Design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to produce and maintain normal function and to improve appearance.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an orthodontist.
$101,140-$208,000
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Construct oral prostheses to replace missing teeth and other oral structures to correct natural and acquired deformation of mouth and jaws, to restore and maintain oral function, such as chewing and speaking, and to improve appearance.
Visit O*Net OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a prosthodontist.
$96,060-$208,000
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Under close supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a physical therapist aide.
$22,110-$32,660
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an ophthalmic medical technician.
$30,060-$48,290
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a massage therapist.
$20,270-$101,120
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an occupational therapy assistant
$26,130-$52,960
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for client according to written optical prescription or specification.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an optician.
$25,680-$46,700
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a medical assistant.
$27,350-41,290
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a health services manager.
$53,710-$186,760
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to persons with disabilities or developmental delays.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an occupational therapist.
$54,540-$108,460
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Assess and treat persons with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. May select alternative communication systems and teach their use. May perform research related to speech and language problems.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a speech-language pathologist.
$53,710-$186,760
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a physical therapist.
$65,570-$109,360
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Assess, treat, and care for patients by manipulation of the spine and musculoskeletal system.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a chiropractor.
$50,310-$126,040
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an optometrist.
$70,540-$127,390
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Assess and evaluate individuals' problems through the use of case history, interview, and observation and provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a psychologist.
$57,080-$152,010
Contact Northwest Michigan Works! to get started!
Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a receptionist.
$22,370-$42,090
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Transport patients to areas such as operating rooms or x-ray rooms using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds. May maintain stocks of supplies or clean and transport equipment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an orderly.
$22,670-$38,370
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients, or change linens.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a nursing assistant.
$26.440-$38,990
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North Central Michigan College
Maintain and use equipment and supplies necessary to demonstrate portions of the human body on x-ray film or fluoroscopic screen for diagnostic purposes.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a radiologic technician.
$42,230-$76,150
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North Central Michigan College
Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a surgical technologist.
$29,540-$60,910
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North Central Michigan College
Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an emergency medical technician.
$19,870-45,800
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North Central Michigan College
Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a registered nurse.
$50,690-$82,840
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a health services manager.
$53,710-$186,760
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a medical laboratory technologist.
$27,610-$45,740
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any other accredited college or university
Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a physician assistant.
$84,340-$105,720
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a healthcare social worker.
$35,670-$63,740
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provide information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a genetic counselor.
$63,950-$95,610
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Physicians who treat diseases, injuries, and deformities by invasive, minimally-invasive, or non-invasive surgical methods, such as using instruments, appliances, or manual manipulation.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a surgeon.
$56,470-$208,000
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Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Provide inpatient care predominantly in settings such as medical wards, acute care units, intensive care units, rehabilitation centers, or emergency rooms.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a hospitalist.
$58,520-$208,000
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Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a psychiatrist.
$62,780-$208,000
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Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a receptionist.
$22,370-$42,090
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Provide routine individualized healthcare such as changing bandages and dressing wounds, and applying topical medications to the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities at the patient's home or in a care facility.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a home health aide.
$20,820-$32,750
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients, or change linens.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a nursing assistant.
$26,440-$38,990
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North Central Michigan College
Northern Michigan Health Training School
Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a dietetic technician.
$21,280-$36,050
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North Central Michigan College
Northern Michigan Health Training School
Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a respiratory therapist.
$44,720-$75,940
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North Central Michigan College
Northern Michigan Health Training School
Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a registered nurse.
$50,690-$82,840
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a dietician.
$49,690-$76,490
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Plan, direct, or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a recreation therapist.
$33,210-$62,970
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a health services manager.
$53,710-$186,760
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a nurse practitioner.
$85,330-$142,460
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a healthcare social worker.
$35,670-$63,740
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a phlebotomist.
$26,430-$41,740
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North Central Michigan College
Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a medical laboratory technician.
$28,780-$76,520
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North Central Michigan College
Prepare histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist in research studies.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a histologic technician.
$28,780-$76,520
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North Central Michigan College
Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a medical laboratory technologist.
$28,780-$76,520
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Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Diagnose the presence and stage of diseases using laboratory techniques and patient specimens. Study the nature, cause, and development of diseases. May perform autopsies.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a pathologist.
$52,750-$208,000
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Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Record drugs delivered to the pharmacy, store incoming merchandise and inform the supervisor of stock needs. May operate a cash register and accept prescriptions for filling.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a pharmacy aide.
$21,080-$45,000
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a pharmacy technician.
$22,440-$40,850
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Sell pharmaceuticals for wholesalers or manufacturers where technical or scientific knowledge is required in the areas of biology, chemistry, pharmaceuticals.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a pharmaceutical sales representative.
$30,670-$116,060
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health pracitioners and provide information ot patients about medications and their use. may advise physicians and other health practioners on the selection, dosage, interaction, and side effects of medications.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a pharmacist.
$88,570-157,950
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Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to a pharmacologist
$39,220-128,460
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Any accredited college or university offering the degree.
A combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, typing, office machine operation, and filing.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an office assistant.
$20,880-$51,120
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Demonstrate merchandise and answer questions for the purpose of creating public interest in buying the product. May sell demonstrated merchandise.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a demonstrator or product promoter.
$23,090-$65,850
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Sell or solicit advertising space, time, or media in publications, signage, TV, radio, or the Internet.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an advertising sales agent.
$21,500-$84,280
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North Central Michigan College
Sell financial services, such as loan, tax, and securities counseling to customers of financial institutions and business establishments.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a sales agent, financial services.
$32,240-$131,650
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North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a marketing manager.
$49,850-$174,290
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Research market conditions in local, regional, or national areas, or gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or create a marketing campaign.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a market research analyst.
$25,920-$89,070
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Engage in promoting or creating an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a public media specialist.
$32,750-$89,470
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Sell business goods or services, the selling of which requires a technical background equivalent to a baccalaureate degree in engineering.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a sales engineer.
$54,160-$137,360
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification, and measurement studies.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a management analyst.
$36,160-$100,930
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a chief executive.
$79,350-208,000
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
A combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, typing, office machine operation, and filing.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an office assistant.
$20,880-$51,120
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, or via telephone or electronically.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an IT specialist.
$28,410-$77,100
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North Central Michigan College
Design, create, and modify web sites.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a web developer.
$28,180-$79,700
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North Central Michigan College
Design or configure voice, video, and data communications systems.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a telecommunication engineer.
$54,550-$154,460
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North Central Michigan College
Research, design, develop, and test general computing applications.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a software developer, applications.
$37,840-$127,570
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an information security specialist.
$57,170-$131,830
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a computer and information systems manager.
$67,470-$141,370
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
A combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, typing, office machine operation, and filing.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an office assistant.
$20,880-$51,120
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Interact with customers to provide information in response to inquiries about products and services and to handle and resolve complaints.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a customer service representative.
$22,850-$88,760
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a bookkeeping or accounting clerk.
$24,170-$62,160
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a title examiner.
$35,240-$114,910
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North Central Michigan College
Search real estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents or details for a variety of purposes.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a title examiner.
$34,030-$111,590
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North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, facilities planning and maintenance, custodial operations, and other office support services.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an administrative services manager or a facilities manager.
$56,900-$138,120
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North Central Michigan College
Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a credit analyst.
$35,240-$114,910
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North Central Michigan College
Rent, buy, or sell property for clients. Perform duties, such as study property listings, interview prospective clients, accompany clients to property site, discuss conditions of sale, and draw up real estate contracts. Includes agents who represent buyers.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a real estate agent.
$33,480-$83,160
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North Central Michigan College
Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain a record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an accountant.
$37,090-$110,000
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
North Central Michigan College
Direct and coordinate financial activities of workers in a branch, office, or department.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a financial manager.
$53,430-$160,220
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a sales manager.
$67,380-194,740
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a human resources manager.
$66,050-$160,530
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
North Central Michigan College
Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a regulatory affairs specialist.
$47,730-$89,200
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
North Central Michigan College
Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification, and measurement studies.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a management analyst.
$36,160-$100,930
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a treasurer or controller.
$53,430-$160,220
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a classroom aide or childcare worker.
$20,520-$33,280
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited school
Perform duties that are instructional in nature or deliver direct services to students or parents. Serve in a position for which a teacher has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a teacher assistant.
$21,400-$38,790
North Central Michigan College
Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a preschool teacher.
$22,480-$50,440
North Central Michigan College
Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an early childhood teacher.
$22,480-$50,440
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an elementary education teacher.
$33,130-$87,660
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the middle and/or high school level.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a secondary education teacher.
$40,060-$84,740
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a special education teacher.
$39,510-$81,740
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Counsel individuals and provide group educational and vocational guidance services.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a school counselor.
$38,500-$102,430
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, and administrative activities at the elementary or secondary level schools.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an educational administrator.
$63,480-$141,010
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research at the college level.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a post-secondary education teacher.
$25,280-$59,670
Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Maintain the U.S. national defense.
Visit Careers in the Military to learn more about what it takes to enlist in the military.
Starting salary: $20,170
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Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Receive reports from the public of crimes, disturbances, fires, and medical or police emergences. Relay information to law enformecement and emergency personnel.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a dispatcher.
$25,900-64,100
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Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Maintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, tribal, state, or federal laws and ordinances. Perform a combination of the following duties: patrol a specific area; direct traffic; issue traffic summonses; investigate accidents; apprehend and arrest suspects, or serve legal processes of courts.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a law enforcement officer.
$36,600-73,300
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North Central Michigan College
Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a firefighter.
$27,080-63,500
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North Central Michigan College
Direct activities such as autopsies, pathological and toxicological analyses, and inquests relating to the investigation of deaths occurring within a legal jurisdiction to determine cause of death or to fix responsibility for accidental, violent, or unexplained deaths.
$40,780-99,050
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North Central Michigan College
Develop, introduce or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, State or Federal level.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a legislator.
$19,790-64,610
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Develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of jurisdictions such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.
isit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an urban or regional planner.
$43,280-89-820
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Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a maid and housekeeping cleaner.
$21,170-$41,640
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Accommodate hotel, motel, and resort patrons by registering and assigning rooms to guests, issuing room keys or cards, transmitting and receiving messages, keeping records of occupied rooms and guests' accounts, making and confirming reservations, and presenting statements to and collecting payments from departing guests.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a hotel, motel, and reservation desk clerks.
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$20,250-$32,030
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Handle baggage for travelers at transportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a baggage porter and bellhop.
$20,090-$26,120
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Operate table games. Stand or sit behind a table and operate games of chance by dispensing the appropriate number of cards or blocks to players, or operating other gaming equipment.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a gaming dealer.
$20,710-$38,700
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Directly supervise and coordinate work activities of cleaning personnel in hotels, hospitals, offices, and other establishments.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a housekeeping supervisor.
$25,420-$52,080
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North Central Michigan College
Assist patrons at hotels, apartments, or office buildings with personal services.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a concierge.
$20,350-$38,090
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North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate gaming operations in a casino.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a gaming manager.
$41,880-$162,360
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North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a lodging manager.
$32,070-$99,150
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Coordinate activities of staff, convention personnel, or clients to make arrangements for group meetings, events, or conventions.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be an event planner.
$23,990-$88,080
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a sales manager.
$67,380-$194,740
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants. May order supplies, keep records and accounts, price items on the menu, or plan the menu.
Visit O*NET OnLine to learn more about what it takes to be a cook.
$20,860-$39,840
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishments.
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$20,130-$56,020
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Welcome patrons, seat them at tables or in lounges, and help ensure the quality of facilities and service.
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$20,170-$30,230
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Prepare or serve specialty coffee or other beverages.
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$20,170-$37,460
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
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$33,720-$86,920
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North Central Michigan College
Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies and keep records and accounts.
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$31,990-$133,820
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North Central Michigan College
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer.
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$67,380-$194,740
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
North Central Michigan College
Drive logging tractor or a wheeled vehicle equipped with one or more accessories such as bulldozer blade, frontal shear, grapple, logging arch, cable winches, hoisting rack, or crane boom, to fell trees; to skid, load, unload, or stack logs; or to pull stumps or clear brush.
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$26,170-$47,620
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources.
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$19,950-79,850
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North Central Michigan College
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
Degrees, certifications from outside Northwestern Michigan such as Michigan State University
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment.
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$21,950-$34,910
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North Central Michigan College
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
Degrees, certifications from outside Northwestern Michigan such as Michigan State University
Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.
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$19,950-79,850
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. schedules.
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$22,540-52,380
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by wildlife.
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$22,540-52,380
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Northwestern Michigan College University Center
Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.
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$33,690-115,360
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Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population.
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$41,140-$85,450
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Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and development, inspect livestock, or care for pets and companion animals.
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$35,930-$146,630
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Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Landscape or maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment. Workers typically perform a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, sprinkler installation, and installation of mortarless segmental concrete masonry wall units.
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$22,210-42,870
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.
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$32,320-49,960
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Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Career Tech Programs
Traverse Bay Area ISD Career Tech Center
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Career Tech Center
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
High School Diploma from an accredited high school
Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments.
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$35,530-56,510
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North Central Michigan College
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments.
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$41,880-100,400
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North Central Michigan College
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.
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$32,470-$57,350
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North Central Michigan College
Westshore ESD Career Tech Programs
Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth.
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$36,980-$82,370
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Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University
Apply knowledge of engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water conservation, and processing of agricultural products.
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$33,690-$115,360
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Any accredited college or university such as Michigan State University