Career Advice

Many people have noticed that there are a few things still in life that are different when it comes to men and women. According to a study by the National Committee on Pay Equity in the United States in 2006 women earned 25% less than men working the same job and having the same qualifications. This number has not changed within the last decade and is not expected to change till 2057.

Many of us believed that this issue had already been dealt with and that women would not have to worry about things like this. However, it seems that women still have to work twice as hard to make the kind of money that they deserve.

The good thing is though that woman do have more job opportunities than most men. Below are a list of some of the more popular and high paying jobs that women can look for.

- Personal Financial Advisor

This job allows for a great deal of independence. Over one-third of personal financial advisors are self-employed and have the ability to set their own hours. They can also decide how many clients they want. Women are great for this job because they have excellent communication skills. In order to qualify for this job you need to have your bachelor’s degree in business finance.

- Psychologist/Therapist

A career in psychology offers the opportunity to help people find solutions for their emotional issues. Areas of specialization include industrial, clinical, and school psychology. School psychologists work with educators, administrators, and parents to provide a nurturing learning environment for children. They may help students with learning disabilities, behavioral issues, or emotional problems. The schedule usually allows for the same time off as the students and teachers. Because 34 percent of psychologists are self-employed, this career offers flexibility as well. A doctoral degree is usually required to practice psychology at a school, but licensing requirements differ by state. Many family therapists practice with a master’s degree, and both the master’s and the doctorate can be earned online.

- Education Administrator

As an education administrator you have the ability to work at different levels. You can be a principal for an elementary school or a dean for a college. You will have the duties of managing the staff and will be the face of the school. This means that you will need interpersonal skills. Most education administrator jobs require a master’s or doctorate degree in education.