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11 healthcare roles that do not require a college degree

A number of healthcare roles do not require education beyond a high school diploma, with average annual salaries reaching up to $72,415.

Many of these roles require obtaining a certification and passing an exam, according to a June 9 article from Indeed.

Several roles are also in high demand. Over the next 10 years, demand is expected to increase for home health aides (22%) and medical assistants (14%).

Below are 11 roles that do not require a college degree, along with their average salary, according to Indeed:

1. Dental assistant: $72,415

2. Licensed practical nurse: $59,639

3. Massage therapist: $58,172

4. Occupational therapy aide: $55,247

5. Phlebotomy technician: $53,069

6. Patient care technician: $51,925

7. Emergency medical technician: $46,258

8. Medical assistant: $46,145

9. Home health aide: $37,484

10. Medical transcriptionist: $37,278

11. Medical biller: $36,773

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