According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 46 states recorded unemployment increases for the month of March 2009. Although unemployment rate increases were significant in some states, bringing some state unemployment rates up to as high as 11.2% (California), other states’ overall rate still remains low. North Dakota reported an unemployment rate of 4.2% — one of the lowest in the country.

The good news is if you are starting a new career or looking to change careers there are professional and industries that are continuing to grow, even during the recession.

Health care has remained number one spot on the list of top careers to pursue in a recession.   Not matter what the economy people will always get sick. This means clinics, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, diagnostic labs, and private practices will continue to thrive, even through worst economic storms.   Number two on the list is energy.   The energy industry is expected to continue to grow as this industry continues to search for more efficient ways to provide energy without actually using as much.

Education is number three on the list of top careers to pursue in a recession. There are hundreds of thousands of pre-schools, middle schools, and high schools across the country. And according to The Association of American Colleges and Universities, there are 2,618 accredited four-year colleges and universities in the U.S. The vast majority of colleges and universities operate privately or as part of state governments. Based on these figures and the nature of education as a necessity in just about every stage of life, there will always be a high demand for quality teachers, teacher assistants, instructors, professors, administrators, and office personnel.

Number four and five on the list are utilities and international business.   As we know, no matter what the conidtion of the economy, we will always need electric, gas, and water services, so unility related job will remain constant throughout the recession.   Even during these hard economic time, people with interanational buiness backgrounds will be need to right the US economy, so the international business communitiy will remain constant throughout the recession.

No matter what career you choose to enter, the need for additional education is paramount.  Learn more about the professional diplomas, programs and degrees available to help you achieve your career goals.