10 best Aussie jobs for the future

With the Australian job market having been subdued over the past year, alongside high house prices, low inflation and weakening economic growth, it is even more important for individuals to secure their future career path.

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Those working in a growing profession have added security in times of uncertainty with some industries projecting up to a 36.6 per cent increase in jobs over the next five years, according to projections by the Australian Department of Employment.

Australia’s growing elderly population and the aging baby boom generation will create greater demand for health and social services in particular, and therefore rapid job growth.

The Australian government’s effort to encourage Australians to adopt a healthier lifestyle also supports job growth in the fitness industry.

Top 10 best careers

Occupational Therapist
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 12,800
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 4.7
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 36.6%
Median annual salary: $56,213

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Medical Practitioner
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 9,800
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 3.5
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 35.6%
Median annual salary: $121,588

Health Diagnostic Professional
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 5,400
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 1.9
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 34.6
Median annual salary: $56,700

Health and Welfare Services Manager
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 21,800
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 7.1
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 32.5%
Median annual salary: $90,000

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Medical Imaging Professional
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 16,700
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 5.3
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 31.9%
Median annual salary: $75,000

Anesthetist
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 3,500
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 1.1
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 30.6%
Median annual salary: $165,000

Social Worker
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 34,000
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 10.4
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 30.5%
Median annual salary: $55,395

Sports Coach
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 45,100
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 13.6
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 30.0%
Median annual salary: $53,287

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Massage Therapist
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 15,500
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 4.4
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 28.6%
Median annual salary: $52,425

Fitness Instructor
Total number of jobs (November 2014): 27,600
Projected five-year employment growth (‘000): 7.9
Projected five-year job growth percentage: 28.5%
Median annual salary: $47,858