15 well-paying jobs that do not require

Conventional wisdom holds that a college-educated workers earn higher wages because their job requires more education and advanced capabilities. Moreover, since there are fewer workers with a bachelor's degree, are more difficult to find non-graduates. In fact, according to recent data from the census office in the U.S., 19 percent of Americans have a college degree and about 31 percent just a high school diploma.

Census data also show that the average income of a graduate is $ 58,613, far more than the $ 31,283 charged on average graduate with a high school diploma. You could draw the conclusion, then, that to take home more income should go to college. While this is generally true, there are exceptions. Some positions are paid more because the tasks associated with dangerous, difficult or extremely specialized. Experience also weighs into the equation, because many employers value the years of experience rather than the years of study. This work not requiring a certificate is not necessarily easy to carry and easy to get.

This does not mean you can not find a high school diploma or university if you wish. However, if studying is not the right choice or your choice of time, evaluates the 15 occupations that do not require a degree but are well paid:

1. Health Care Supervisor $ 63,231 *

This worker is responsible for the supervision of physician assistants, which requires scheduling tasks and monitoring the outcome to ensure quality patient care.

2. Air Traffic Controller $ 139,314

An air traffic controller monitors the path of the aircraft that arrive and depart from an airport in order to prevent collisions. It also controls the conditions so that the planes do not suffer delays.

3. Supervisor assembly $ 66,034

The supervisor acts in manufacturing plants where tasks are performed by controlling the assembly and manufacturing production progress. The assembly workers can produce both large mechanical parts (aviation, for example) and small technological devices, according to industry.

4. Supervisor Cable $ 76,739

This worker control workers who install, maintain and repair the wiring. Since the cabling can be buried or strung between poles, the work can be dangerous for those who make and difficult to execute.

5. Supervisor Chemical $ 73,955

A supervisor monitors the chemical industry product manufacturing, a delicate process that involves the handling of dangerous substances according to strict safety guidelines.

6. Operator construction equipment $ 53,543

 These workers are in charge of tools and machines used on construction sites. They are also responsible for the inspection of security and performance issues in the equipment when necessary.

7 Credit and Collections Supervisor $ 66,847

Sector employees credit and collections estimated loan losses and collect user information seeking loans. Supervisors monitor their performance and often check the credit history of customers to grant or deny extensions of credit.

8. Data Control Supervisor $ 66,554

This worker keeps track of the daily operations of the workers "data entry" and are responsible for the accuracy and job completion.

9. Electrician $ 58,960

This worker is dedicated to solving electrical problems in facilities and related artifacts. According to the particular job, teams can be small devices such as large-scale technological systems.

10. Technical lifts $ 67,538

Elevator technician performs routine maintenance on elevators and escalators and addresses the problems reported.

11. Supervisor of home health care $ 69,061

This worker goes to the home of patients who can not travel and help in their daily activities and some rehabilitation exercises. The supervisor verifies that all patients are properly treated by his assistants in accordance with legal regulations and quality standards.

12. Illustrator $ 60,060

The illustrators working in advertising agencies or design your own fonts and images for a variety of media, from websites to print and video campaigns.

13. Chief of carpentry $ 73,055

This employee acts in front of a group of carpenters in a specific task to ensure that the project on time and meets quality standards.

14. Supervisor of liquidation of assets $ 72,951

A holding clearance supervisor controls the process of calculating compensation according to hours worked, records of attendance cards, distributing payments and verifies compliance with the laws.

15. Real estate agent $ 79,494

A real estate agent business has its own properties, helping prospective buyers find their homes. Walk neighborhoods, find homes and assist potential buyers in the legal and financial aspects of the buying process.

* The salary information is based on information provided by CBSalary.com.

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By Anthony Balderrama, CareerBuilder writer

15 Jobs That Pay $50 an Hour – Hurry up

Though $50 won't make all your wildest dreams come true, it's no chump change, either. There's still a lot you can get for $50 these days: a haircut, dinner for two, a tank of gas, a 50-day supply of macaroni and cheese. It can buy a lot of life's necessities and simple pleasures.

Now, just imagine what you could do if you got paid $50 for each hour on the job. (Lifetime supply of mac and cheese, anyone?)

While it may seem like the kind of money only doctors and lawyers make, it is possible to earn $50 an hour in a variety of career paths. Here's a sampling of jobs that pay $50 an hour* (or $100,000 a year, based on a 40-hour workweek, with two weeks' vacation time).

1. Computer and information scientist

What they do: Computer scientists research everything from computer algorithms to programming languages and software properties. The goal of computer science varies, but objectives may include: improving the ease of computer use, expanding computer functionality and developing artificial intelligence.

Education: Most have a Ph.D.*

Average hourly earnings: $50.66*

2. Pharmacist

What they do: Pharmacists work in hospitals, drugstores and outpatient facilities. They dispense patient medication, ensure proper dosage, analyze possible drug interactions and provide information to patients.

Education: Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D.)

Average hourly earnings: $51.27

3. Construction foreman/superintendent

What they do: These professionals oversee residential and commercial construction sites. They manage construction workers and coordinate project timelines and budgets.

Education: On-the-job experience; bachelor's degree preferred, but not necessary

Average hourly earnings: $50.14

4. Funeral director and embalmer

What they do: Funeral directors make plans for church services, wakes and burials. The embalming portion of the job title involves cleaning and sanitizing the body, and preparing it for burial.

Education: Licensing, two-year education program and apprenticeship required

Average hourly earnings: $52.47

5. Marketing manager

What they do: Marketing managers help direct a company's advertising, promotional and sales strategies, with the goal of improving the company's reputation and increasing its revenue.

Education: Bachelor's degree in business, communications, advertising or public relations.

Average hourly earnings: $50.81

6. Financial aid officer

What they do: Financial aid officers direct disbursement of student scholarships, loans and grants, with the goal of making school more affordable for students.

Education: Bachelor's degree usually required.

Average hourly earnings: $51,203

7. Securities trader

What they do: Securities traders typically work at investment banks, managing securities such as stocks, bonds, futures and options for individual and institutional investors.

Education: Most securities traders hold a bachelor's degree in finance or other business concentration. Often, securities traders must pass financial certification exams such as the Series 7 and Series 63 tests.

Average hourly earnings: $50.79

8. Behavioral psychologist

What they do: Behavioral psychologists study and treat emotional and behavioral issues by helping patients change their perceptions and behaviors, often through therapy.

Education: A doctoral degree is required to practice as a psychologist

Average hourly earnings: $50.36

9. Adult day care director

What they do: Adult day care directors manage day-to-day operations of the facility. Responsibilities may include overseeing employees and budgets, developing relationships with attendees and their families and planning activities.

Education: High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.

Average hourly earnings: $50.64

10. Seismologist

What they do: Seismologists study, report on and predict earthquakes and seismic waves.

Education: An undergraduate degree in physics or geology is enough to get a foot in the door, though many seismologists have master's or doctoral degrees.

Average hourly earnings: $50.43

11. Judge

What they do: Judges preside over trials and hearings in local, state or federal courtrooms.

Education: Because almost all judges get their start as lawyers, law school is the most common educational path for judges.

Average hourly earnings: $49.99

12. Physicist

What they do: Physicists study the physical world, with emphasis on the properties and laws of nature such as mass, gravity, inertia and the composition of matter. Physicists may also apply their findings practically, and develop new medical instruments and engineering technologies, for example.

Education: Though entry-level positions can be found with a bachelor's degree, most physicists have a Ph.D.

Average hourly earnings: $51.76

13. Human resources managers

What they do: HR managers interview and hire workers, mediate employee complaints and act as information sources for employees.

Education: Bachelor's degree

Average hourly earnings: $50.73

14. General and operations managers

What they do: General managers are responsible for the overall operation of venues such as amusements parks, restaurants and hotels. They oversee things such as employees, guest relations, budgets, marketing and purchasing.

Education: High school diploma; bachelor's degree preferred.

Average hourly earnings: $53.15

15. Co-pilot

What they do: A co-pilot serves as one part of the two-part team that makes up an airplane cockpit crew. In-flight duties are usually shared between the more experienced pilot, also called the captain, and the less experienced co-pilot, also referred to as the first officer.

Education: High school diploma, pilot's license.

Average hourly earnings: $52.45

* Salary and education information from CBSalary.com and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary info from CBSalary.com based on average earnings in Chicago. All salary information reflects pre-tax earnings.

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By Kaitlin Madden