1. Hippotherapist

Annual Salary $99,250

A hippotherapist, also known as an equine therapist, helps treat horses' physical ailments. They apply large animal sports medicine services and physical therapy techniques to treat horses. It takes two to four years to become a hippotherapist.

2. Mathematician

Median Pay: $111,102

It pays to study hard in math class. Mathematicians develop new mathematical principles and understand relationships between existing principles. They can solve real-world problems. You must have a graduate degree in mathematics, but there are positions available only for those with a bachelor's degree. Some positions may require a doctoral degree and you could earn six figures.

3. Midwife

Typical Income: $107,278

Midwifes are trained medical professionals who practice caring for women during their pregnancy, birth and after birth. Midwives are trained to provide gynecological treatment and care for women before and after pregnancy. A certified, professional midwife is a nurse who received a master’s degree in midwifery, which is often a requirement for highly paid positions in this field.

4. Elevator Inspector

Average Salary: $54,939

Elevator Inspectors inspect elevators and escalators to determine safe operation. They inspect new elevators and escalators to verify they are up to code. Elevator inspectors educate facility managers, employees, contractors and other individuals on requirements and regulations. To work as an elevator inspector, you’ll need a four-year college degree in architecture or engineering with at least 12 semester hours of coursework in mechanics and strength materials.

5. Clinical Ethicist

Median Pay: $91,510

A clinical ethicist assesses the use of ethics in various healthcare settings. They analyze a facility’s current code of ethics and provide recommendations to improve it. A clinical ethicist’s duties include reviewing medical facility operations and providing guidance for caregivers. The goal is to heal patient care. To become a clinical ethicist, you must earn a bachelor's degree, complete post-secondary education, gain clinical experience, and become certified. Some positions may require an advanced degree and it could take several years to be hired on.

A clinical ethicist assesses the use of ethics in various healthcare settings. They analyze a facility’s current code of ethics and provide recommendations to improve it. A clinical ethicist’s duties include reviewing medical facility operations and providing guidance for caregivers. The goal is to heal patient care. To become a clinical ethicist, you must earn a bachelor's degree, complete post-secondary education, gain clinical experience, and become certified. Some positions may require an advanced degree and it could take several years to be hired on.

6. Ethical Hacker

Typical Income: $93,298

An ethical hacker is a computer science professional who assesses the security of a system or network by attempting to use different hacking methods to gain access. They create a report for the company they’re hacking with recommendations to secure the systems. Employers highly value the research and services required for this role, and to become an ethical hacker depends on the level of experience and expertise. It can take a few months to a few years.

7. Bingo Manager

Average Salary: $47,937

Bingo managers are responsible for the daily operations of a bingo hall. They ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for the plays and ensure the bingo games are run efficiently. They also make sure the bingo hall in in compliance with local, state and federal gaming regulations. A bingo manager is required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and can sometimes have multiple employees under them depending on the expectations of the job.

8. Golf Ball Diver

Median Pay: $53,934

Golf ball divers are scuba divers who retrieve golf balls that have landed in a water hazard. These balls are cleaned and then resold. They work for golf courses, retail companies, or golf ball manufacturers. A golf ball diver must be certified as a professional diver and most times this position requires a focus on first aid and dive rescue

9. Wind Energy Technician

Typical Income: $61,818

A wind energy technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and inspecting wind turbines. They also climb towers, test turbines, and collect data. A wind turbine energy technician must have a high school diploma or equivalent, have an associate degree in wind energy technology, participate in on-the-job training, and possess specialized skills along with a professional certification.

10. Locomotive Engineer

Average Salary: $64,210

Locomotive engineers operate trains and are responsible for their safety, which means this occupation also carries a certain amount of risk. They typically start as brake operators, switch operators, or conductors. Locomotive engineers gain experience and training as they advance, often requiring specialized skills. They often need a locomotive engineer degree or certificate from a vocational school.

11. Veterinary Acupuncturist

Median Pay: $69,037

Veterinary acupuncturists insert needles in animals to help functional problems and to provide treatment like noninfectious inflammation, paralysis or pain. If you want to be a veterinary acupuncturist, you must have an undergraduate degree in biology or a related field. A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, which is a type of doctoral degree, is also needed. Once you receive your doctorate, you complete clinical experience and obtain a license. You then must acquire more education to become certified as an acupuncturist.

12. Embalmer

Typical Income: $54,100

An embalmer prepares the bodies of the deceased for funerals and burials. The embalmer removes blood from the decedent, replacing it with preserving agents like embalming fluid or gases. An embalmer might also style the hair and apply makeup depending on the families' asks. An embalmer must have an associate degree in funeral service.