Healthcare Support · Monitor the health status of an individual with disabilities or illness, and address their health-related needs, such as changing bandages, dressing wounds, or administering medication
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Entry Salary
$25–31k
First 1–2 years
Peak Salary
$44–52k
10+ years experience
Job Outlook
+6.4% · Faster than average
Growth rate estimated from Healthcare Support cluster average (2024-2034 BLS projections).
Time to Start
1–2 years
College degree typical
Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.
Entry-Level Aides
Home Health Aides
Experienced Home Health Aides
Senior Home Health Aides
Director of Healthcare Support
You prioritize Relationships
This career is strongly aligned with Relationships — a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.
You're strong in Active Listening
Active Listening is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.
Good fit for your timeline
This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.
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