The national average annual salary for this occupation is $66,010 per year. Nationally, the average hourly wage for this occupation is -.

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New Mexico

2008 to 2018

In 2008 there were about 410 workers in this occupation in New Mexico. The Department of Workforce Solutions estimates that by 2018 this number will increase by about 40 percent and an estmated 570 will be employed in this occupation. Compared to other occupations, employment growth in this occupation is growing faster than the average. Job opportunities indicate few and keen competition, as there should be about 16 openings each year for workers in this occupation.

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Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary usually need Master's Degree.

Information based on O*NET data and is the result of a national survey.

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This list is updated once a year and is compiled from the NM Department of Higher Education and other sources.

Other available certificates or credentials may also be desirable. Additional local licenses or permits may be required, and individual businesses may have specific employment requirements. Licensing information is collected through a variety of New Mexico-based resources and does NOT include federal licensing requirements.

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Source: NMDWS, Economic Research and Analysis Bureau