10 Careers That Are in Demand and Have Big Paychecks

Do what you love, and the money will follow. This may be true, but it helps if what you love coincides with a high-demand career path.

The hottest careers in the United States today draw on a broad spectrum of skills and interests. Whether you're into numbers, people, nature, sports, or computers, there's a way to parlay your natural abilities into a lucrative career.

10 Pathways to a Better Salary
The following ten careers are in demand--and they have big paychecks to prove it. They are among the highest-paying jobs on the Bureau of Labor Statistics' list of the fastest-growing careers through 2014. With the right training, you could upgrade into these jobs and start earning what you're worth.

If you're interested in HEALTH:

Physician Assistant--$69,250
Physician assistants perform many of the same functions as a doctor: They examine patients, diagnose illness, and even prescribe medication. Although doctors must supervise treatment, physician assistants enjoy a good deal of autonomy and more face time with patients.

Your career as a physician assistant begins with a bachelor's degree and a 2-year physician assistant training program.