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Career Spotlight

Home Care Assistant/Aide

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , Home Health Aide is among the Top Ten Occupations with the Largest Job Growth.

Average Salary: $19,947

Years in school: 0 (after high school graduation)

Job outlook: Excellent

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