'Knacks' you can turn into in-demand jobs
By Open Universities AustraliaPublished on
Want to make sure you have a stable career ahead of you after you study? Why not align a 'knack' with one of Australia's most in-demand jobs?
When it comes to choosing a career path, there are two kinds of people. Those who say follow what you’re good at, and those who give a stern warning about following the job market instead. Well, what if you could do both?
The latest Jobs and Skills Report has revealed the most in-demand jobs in Australia right now. And while knowing the career paths with good employability is useful, we thought we’d take things one step further.
Here, we unpack common 'knacks' you can turn into in-demand jobs.
Simply read through and see which sounds like you, then explore the correlating careers that Australia so desperately needs more people working in.
Caring for others
If you find yourself drawn to helping those around you, you’re perfectly positioned to make a career out of it. Whether you get a kick out of helping ageing relatives, or find you’re the natural 'nurse' of your share-house, it’s time to listen to this ability – and follow it. Care work is tipped as one of Australia’s fastest growing sectors.
Recommended career paths include: Registered nurse, aged care worker, allied health professional, personal care assistant, disability support worker.
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Inspiring younger people
Are you the kind of person at family barbecues who kids and teens seem to just gravitate towards? Perhaps it’s your way of telling stories, or the ease at which you’re able to get them to open up (even when they don’t want to).
This is a real gift. One the Australian workforce is in serious need of. In fact, Jobs and Skills Australia’s latest data shows that education is a major employment sector with ongoing shortages.
Recommended career paths include: Early childhood educator, primary school teacher, high school teacher, STEM teacher (this field in particular is in high need).
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Organising large-scale projects
While some people cower at the thought of organising a home renovation that requires budget-tracking, tradesmen, spreadsheets, phone calls and a healthy budget, the very idea excites you.
If this is you, you might like to consider a role in construction management and facilitation. With housing shortages and infrastructure projects abound, Jobs and Skills Australia’s latest data shows there’s a strong need for not only tradespeople, but those who manage tradespeople and the projects they work on.
Recommended career paths include: Construction manager, estimator, quantity surveyor, project manager.
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Being tech-savvy
You watch the latest iPhone release videos with bated breath. You’re the friend everyone calls when their laptop stops working. And you’ve watched the rise of AI with keen interest (not fear).
If this is you, you’re in good stead to fill a rising demand for digital and technical skills across the nation, as found by Jobs and Skills Australia’s latest data. Given the unprecedented rate of global digital transformation and AI adoption, there’s no better time to be at the forefront of technology.
Recommended career paths include: Software developer, cybersecurity specialist, data analyst.
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If you'd like further guidance on studying for an in-demand career, why not chat with an Open Universities Australia student advisor? They’re experts at taking what people are 'good at' and finding courses (and pathways) to match – putting you on track for career success. Their advice is prompt, personalised, unbiased, and completely free across leading Australian universities.
Book a free phone consultation with your own dedicated student advisor now.
