Money expert Clark Howard has long said that continuing education is the key to finding a good job in a changing employment landscape — one that currently features the rise of artificial intelligence and the automation of many positions.

But let’s face it — traditional four-year college is not for everybody.

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Too much education can certainly break the bank. College costs were up more than 3% last year, which is well above the 2.1% rate of inflation in 2017.

Unfortunately, that’s pretty much been a wash, rinse and repeat scenario as college costs routinely skyrocket year after year well above the pace of other consumer expenditures — except for health care.

It’s gotten to the point that it now typically costs $47,000 a year for a private college or $20,090 annually for a public institution!

Meanwhile, MoneyTalkNews.com reports that a year of community college will run you less than $4,000! And the great news is community colleges offer associate's degrees in a wide range of fields that can land you a high-paying job.

If you’re not keen on borrowing yourself in student loan debt oblivion, consider these careers below. They all require a two-year degree or equivalent experience such as an apprenticeship or trade school.

Salaries and growth projections are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

So if you’re in a dead-end job, know that it is possible to switch things up without going back to school for another traditional degree.

Four years of traditional college is no longer a necessity if you want to bring home a hefty paycheck!

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