Who says you need a college degree to enjoy a rewarding career?

If you would rather not spend years (and money) in college, there's a job opportunity out there for you! All it takes is a bit of research. And, luckily for you, we've already done all the heavy lifting! (You're welcome.)

Below, we discuss four different career options that are open to those without a college degree:

*Please note: some of the careers on this list may require postsecondary education and training.

Flight Attendant

Requirements: High School or GED diploma; no previous experience necessary
Average Salary: $59,050

Love to travel? Become a flight attendant!

A flight attendant's job is to ensure passengers are comfortable, and they must be prepared to respond to safety issues that may arise during the flight.

Auto Technician

Requirements: High School or GED diploma; ASE certifications
Average Salary: $58,791

Good with your hands? Become an auto technician!

An auto technician's job is to conduct maintenance and repair on customer vehicles, as well as identify any problems and their solutions.

Firefighter

Requirements: High School or GED diploma; EMT certifications
Average Salary: $52,500

Want to make a difference? Become a firefighter!

A firefighter's job is to extinguish fires and rescue people, animals from dangerous situations. In addition to fires, they also respond to floods, medical incidents, and car accidents.

Wind Turbine Technician

Requirements: High School or GED diploma
Average Salary: $56,230

Interested in tech? Become a wind turbine technician!

A wind turbine technician's job is to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair wind turbines, which provide renewable energy.

There you have it!

What other career options are out there that don't require a college degree? Sound off in the comments below.