Interested in some high paying positions, but don’t have a college degree? Explore these five high paying jobs that don’t have any college degree requirements.

Air Traffic Controllers

Median Salary: 122,530

What the Job is like: Air Traffic Controllers guide planes on the runway to keep them safe distances apart. They coordinate arrival and departure times, instruct pilots when to take off and land, give weather updates to pilots, and monitor airplanes during their flight.

How to Become One: Be 30 or under (if you have no previous experience as an air traffic controller) and a US citizen. Complete an air traffic management degree from a FAA certified school, pass the FAA pre-employment test, and complete a 2 month training course at the FAA Academy.

General and Operations Manager

Median Salary: 95,440

What the Job is like: General and Operations Managers are responsible for managing daily operations, carrying out organizational goals and policies, and performing day to day supervisory duties. Depending on the size of the company and the industry, responsibilities will vary.

How to Become One: Significant experience within the organization can lead to promotion to this position. Strong skills to have for this role include decisiveness and the ability to communicate effectively.

Construction Managers

Median Salary: 82,790

What the Job is like: Construction managers oversee construction projects from their development to completion. They plan the budget for the construction project, handle the legal requirements to ensure building and safety codes are being followed, and manage laborers working on the project.

How to Become One: Demonstrating years of experience in the construction trade can allow you to become a construction manager even if you only hold a high school diploma. Getting a certification can boost those chances. Certification is offered by the Construction Management Association of America (CCM) and the American Institute of Constructors (AC).

Radiation Therapists

Median Salary: 77,560

What the Job is like: Radiation therapists treat patients with cancer or other diseases by giving them radiation treatments. They give x-rays to determine the area requiring treatment, explain treatment plans to patients, and record treatment details.

How to Become One: Some states require a license that can be acquired through an accredited radiation therapy program. Apply for an American Registration of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification if required in your state.

Commercial Pilots

Median Salary: 73,280

What the Job is like: Commercial Pilots fly airplanes or helicopters to transport people and cargo. Some commercial pilots also fly for charter flights, firefighting, or rescue operations.

How to Become One: Take lessons from a flight school or an instructor from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Most companies require at least 2 years of college and candidates who pass psychological and aptitude exams.