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Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Job Zone 5 - Extensive preparation needed

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $107,310/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$59,270$322,020

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +17.3% projected growth, 20242034 — much faster than average.

About 27,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills
InstructingSpeakingReading ComprehensionWritingActive ListeningCritical ThinkingLearning StrategiesActive LearningJudgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem Solving
Top knowledge areas
Education and TrainingEnglish LanguageBiologyMedicine and DentistryPsychologyAdministrativeAdministration and ManagementComputers and Electronics
Core tasks

Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.

Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.

Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

Supervise laboratory sessions.

Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.

Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.

Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary?

The median pay for Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary is $107,310 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary?

Employment for Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary is projected to change +17.3% from 2024 to 2034 - much faster than average.

What education is typically required for Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary?

Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree.

How many job openings are there each year for Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary?

About 27,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.