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• About 3 out of 4 dentists are solo practitioners.
• Dentists must graduate from an accredited dental school and pass written and practical examinations; competition for admission to dental school is keen.
• Faster than average employment growth is projected.
• Job prospects should be good, reflecting the need to replace the large number of dentists expected to retire.

• Keen competition is expected for jobs because many talented individuals are attracted to this occupation.
• Self employment is common; many interior designers work in small firms or on a contract basis.
• Postsecondary education—either an associate or a bachelor’s degree—is necessary for entry-level positions; some States license interior designers.

• Despite the projected decline in employment, job opportunities should be good as many people leave this occupation, due to relatively low wages and limited advancement opportunities.
• Floral design is the only design specialty that does not require formal postsecondary training.
• Many floral designers work long hours on weekends and holidays, filling orders and setting up decorations for weddings and other events.

Key Points

• Many self-enrichment teachers are self-employed or work part time.
• Teachers should have knowledge and enthusiasm for their subject, but little formal training is required.
• Employment is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations, and job prospects should be favorable; opportunities may vary by subject taught.

• Training requirements are set by each State and range from a high school diploma to a college degree, although a high school diploma and a little experience is adequate for many preschool teaching jobs.
• Employment of preschool teachers is projected to grow faster than the average through 2018. Job prospects are expected to be excellent due to high turnover.

• Many postsecondary teachers find the environment intellectually stimulating and rewarding because they are surrounded by others who enjoy the subject.
• Educational qualifications range from expertise in a particular field to a Ph.D., depending on the subject taught and the type of educational institution.
• Competition is expected for tenure-track positions; better opportunities are expected for part-time or non-tenure-track positions.
• Ph.D. recipients should experience the best job prospects.

Key Points

• Many adult literacy and remedial education teachers work part time and receive no benefits.
• Many programs require teachers to have at least a bachelor's degree; a public school teaching license may be required for publicly run programs in most States.
• Job opportunities are expected to be favorable, particularly for teachers of English to speakers of other languages.

• Improved technology enables library technicians to perform tasks once done by librarians.
• Training requirements range from a high school diploma to an associate degree, but computer skills are necessary for all workers.
• Job prospects should be good.

• Job prospects are expected to be excellent, especially for those with certification.
• Demand for real-time broadcast captioning and translating will spur employment growth.
• The amount of training required to become a court reporter varies by specialization; licensure requirements vary by State.

Key Points

• A high school diploma is the minimum educational requirement, but employers often seek individuals with relevant work experience or education beyond high school.
• Employment is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations.
• Job opportunities should be excellent, particularly for applicants with appropriate postsecondary education; but wages remain low.