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Skills Over Degrees: Job Market Shifts for 2023

2/14/2025

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Organizations are prioritizing skills over four-year degrees due to a skilled worker shortage.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a 6.3% job growth for associate degree holders by 2033, with a median salary of $62,180.
High-paying associate degree jobs include air traffic controllers and nuclear technicians, earning up to $137,380.
Experts advise emphasizing practical experience and pursuing further education to boost job prospects.
Skills-based hiring is expanding, enabling companies to tap into a wider talent pool.

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Story summary

Organizations are prioritizing skills over four-year degrees due to a skilled worker shortage.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a 6.3% job growth for associate degree holders by 2033, with a median salary of $62,180.
High-paying associate degree jobs include air traffic controllers and nuclear technicians, earning up to $137,380.
Experts advise emphasizing practical experience and pursuing further education to boost job prospects.
Skills-based hiring is expanding, enabling companies to tap into a wider talent pool.