What are some career opportunities that don't require college education?
Asked by No Cookies for You
I've considered truck driving but I don't think I would enjoy it. I honestly think I have the skills to run a business but there aren't many banks out there that would lend an 18 year old a couple hundred-thousand dollars. I don't mind physical labor as long as it doesn't demand a tremendous amount of strength (I have a hard time building muscle) though I'd prefer a job that makes me think. I'm looking for responses from people who have built a career without receiving a college education.

Best Answer:
What about package handling? UPS and FedEx offer great careers, but these usually start in the package handling sector. My father was a trucker for 20 years- it took a lot out of him, but he did make a lot of money (over $60,000 per year). Are you good with computers, and have strong communication skills? Contact a local temp agency and see if you can get administrative work, or data entry. Most of these jobs (They are a bit over-staffed at this time, but it's still a good place to check) are in nice offices, and offer a 9-to-5 schedule. Or, if you're great with money and don't mind taking some really hard tests, you can see about becoming a Financial Adviser. You do not need a college education for this, however, you have to be willing to find clients, and pass some really hard financial tests (Series 6/63). My father does this now, and there is great income potential if you are with a reputable company.

You're right - no one is going to lend you so much as $1000 to start a biz without extensive business experience under your belt. There are a number of decent trade and technician-type of jobs that only require an associate's degree from a community college. Take a look at their offerings to see what might interest you. Without an education & training - at least an AA - the jobs open to you are fast food, and other minimum wage jobs. These are not careers. They are not even survivable. Even truck driving requires that you go to a truck driving training school to get your licenses.
Answered by ibu guru

Fitness industry and Real Estate. Intern first if possible and find your pleasure.
Answered by mozart

Get off your butt and go to college. A local community college will cost around $20,000 for all four years. You can easily make that back with a job you can get as a result of having a college education. If you actually had any chance of running your own business you would already know that. Get a day job, make some money, figure out what you want to do. Then do it.
Answered by Awesomepants