Online degrees and diplomas by Ella Woodward

Thanks to advances in technology making online learning more accessible to people all over the globe, there are now countless opportunities for people to advance their careers without even needing to leave their homes. This is great news for students who cannot afford to enrol in universities as well as students who find mainstream education techniques lacking, as it allows them the ability to upskill themselves with a degree or diploma that will enable them to find a job in the modern age.

The online qualifications on this list were chosen because they are in fields with decent job growth rates, the jobs they cater for have above-average salaries, and they offer some versatility when it comes to occupation options.

Orthodontics

While orthodontics is not a field you would generally consider training online for, the reality is that there is a growing need for orthodontic and dentofacial orthodontic practitioners in the UK, with figures from the British Orthodontic Society indicating that the number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment is on the rise. There is also a range of different job types that this type of qualification can give a person access to, including dental lab technician, dental surgeon, lecturer, medical representative, and more, so the job opportunities in this field are numerous.

In order to pursue a career in this field, a Postgraduate Diploma in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics is required from a reputable institute such as the London Dental Institute. They are an online training institute that offers comprehensive orthodontic courses that are designed to give students the skills and confidence to pursue a career in orthodontics and dentofacial orthodontics. Unlike many other institutes that offer orthodontic courses, the London Dental Institute offers an alternative way of teaching that is best suited for online learning.

Environmental Science

The field of Environmental Science is growing in popularity every day thanks to there being an increased focus on global warming, energy conservation, protecting the environment, and the conservation of natural resources. This field has options for students looking for a short diploma course as well as fully-fledged online degree courses in a range of fields including anthropology, natural resources and conservation, geoscience, environmental risk assessment and management, and more. Several online institutes cater to these types of studies, so students should find out which field they are most interested to narrow down their search options.

Psychology

As one most popular major among undergraduate students globally, a psychology degree or diploma is the ideal choice for students who are unsure of what field they want to work in because a qualification in psychology can open the doors to multiple different career paths. Some potential professions include clinical psychology, sports psychology, health psychology, industrial organisational psychology, forensic psychology, neuropsychology, and more. Within the psychology field, jobs looking for applicants with qualifications in clinical, counselling, and school psychology are expected to be on the rise with the projected growth rate in these fields being twice as fast as the average growth rate for most other occupations.

The qualifications on this list are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to educational opportunities. So, whether you recently received your A-Levels or you are already a part of the UK workforce and are looking for a fresh start, your new career could be just one online qualification away.