10 Well Paying Jobs That Don’t Require A College Degree

6) Certified Nursing Assistant                                                    (6 of 10)

6) Certified Nursing Assistant                                                   (6 of 10)

It only takes a couple weeks to become a certified nursing assistant, also known as a CNA, in some states. Requirements vary by state, but you can typically expect to graduate from a CNA program within 12 weeks.

Many nurses begin their careers in the medical field by working as CNAs. Certified nursing assistants help doctors, nurses, and medical assistants care for patients. They typically earn around $24,000 per year, which is about half of what LPNs earn.