Explore Non-Traditional Careers

How many female welders or construction workers do you know? What about male nurses or medical assistants? If you’re someone who thinks that could be a career option for you, then you may be perfect for a non-traditional career.

A non-traditional career is one in which 25 percent or less of women – or men – are employed in that field. For example, only 14 percent of all working women are employed in non-traditional fields, the majority of which are blue collar or technical fields that do not require a four-year college degree.

There are many reasons to consider a non-traditional career. Non-traditional fields can provide excellent salaries and benefits compared to fields that are more traditionally dominated by men – or women.

Base your career decisions on your own interests and skills, and then get ready to turn your passion into a new career.

Non-Traditional Career Options for Men:

Barber/Cosmetologist
Early Childhood Education
Medical Administrative Specialist
Medical Assistant
Nursing
Nursing Assistant

Non-Traditional Career Options for Women:

Computers and Telecommunications
Computer Networking Technology
Industrial Automation, Controls, and Networking
Telecommunication Technician and Telecommunication Technologies

Construction
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology
Bricklaying and Masonry
Building Trades – Construction Worker and Wood Technics

Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice – Corrections
Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement

Engine and Equipment Repair
Agriculture Power and Equipment Technician
Auto Collision Repair and Refinish Technician
Automotive Maintenance Technician
Marine Repair Technician
Motorcycle, Marine, and Outdoor Power Products Technician
Manufacturing Technology
Automated Packaging Systems Technician
Machine Tool Operation, Machine Tool Technician, and Machine Tooling Technics
Mechanical Design Technology
Welding

For additional information, contact a WITC Admissions Advisor.

Adult Learners

Explore Non-Traditional Careers

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