Recession-Proof Jobs

During these difficult times when jobs are being lost and new jobs are sometimes hard to find, there are some jobs that seem to be recession- proof.

Medical-related jobs appear to have the greatest potential for job security. Medical / healthcare, computer, and veterinary jobs are the highest paying recession-proof jobs according to Laurence Shatkin.

The best recession proof job is Computer Systems Analyst which pays nearly $70K a year. New positions are growing at 29% a year.

Other fastest growing and recession-proof jobs are:

• Network Systems Analysts
• Data Communications Analysts
• Veterinary Technologists
• Medical Assistants
• Pharmacist - national average earnings over $94K
• Economist - $77K
• Veterinarian - $72K
• Nurse

Jobs missing from the list include those in:

• Real Estate
• Construction
• Finance
• Banking

For more information check out 150 Best Recession-Proof Jobs by Laurence Shatkin