Nurse Practitioners
Minimum Required Education: Master’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $121,400
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Healthcare & Human Services
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Healthcare in South Central Kentucky
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Your future starts here. Explore in-demand careers across South Central Kentucky and find the path that’s right for you.
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- Certification, Apprenticeship, & Job-Training Jobs for you Average Salary Range
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South Central Kentucky
Career SpotlightRegistered Nurse$84,300
Medical and Health Services Manager
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $110,300
Physical Therapist
Minimum Required Education: Doctoral or Professional Degree
Average Annual Salary: $99,600
Speech-Language Pathologists
Minimum Required Education: Master’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $86,500
Registered Nurse
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $84,300
Respiratory Therapist
Minimum Required Education: Associate’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $69,000
Radiologic Technologist
Minimum Required Education: Associate’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $65,700
Healthcare Social Worker
Minimum Required Education: Master’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $63,400
Physical Therapist Assistant
Minimum Required Education: Associate’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $63,300
Mental Health Counselors
Minimum Required Education: Master’s Degree
Average Annual Salary: $60,800
Pharmacy Technician
Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma + Training Program
Average Annual Salary: $40,800
Medical Assistants & CNA
Minimum Required Education: Postsecondary Non-Degree Award
Average Annual Salary: $39,800
Resources
Resources to start building your pathway are available throughout the community and through educational fields. Local schools are just one of many resources, and in the surrounding area these programs and career models are offered. See what’s available in your community.
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