The 7 Most Recession-Proof Job Fields

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POPSUGAR Photography | THEM TOO

As much as I wish we could peek into the future like Raven-Symoné in That's So Raven, evolution hasn't allowed for such capabilities yet. So, despite seemingly trustworthy forecasts, it can be tricky to predict when the next economic crisis will hit.

Glassdoor recently compiled a list of jobs that are notably secure even in dire economic situations. Below are seven fields of work that are considered to be the most stable if the economy takes a turn for the worse . . . because it's better to be safe than sorry!

Teaching
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Teaching

The Glassdoor compilation lists professors, teachers, and teaching aides as great go-to options for stable careers. Even if the economy isn't doing well, there will still be an inherent need for educators at every level, from elementary to college.

Accounting
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Accounting

Despite the state of the economy, the much-dreaded tax season will come and go, meaning accountants will always be needed. If anything, people will be more desperate for your services as an accountant when the economy has gone to sh*t.

Nursing/Physician Assistant
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Nursing/Physician Assistant

Plain and simple: there will always be sick or injured people who need help. That's why occupations like nurse, nursing aide, and physician assistant are stable, even when the economy is taking a nosedive. These jobs are also notably flexible in terms of location because medical services are needed in not only hospitals but also nursing homes and the homes of sick or elderly people.

Auditing
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Auditing

In short, auditors are responsible for combing through a company's business records to ensure that all its ducks are in a row — or that its money is where it should be. Regardless of the state of the economy, company audits can happen at any time.

Funeral Services
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Funeral Services

The stability of this job field reveals a basic reality: Death is a constant in the world, so there will always be a need for funeral directors and mortuary services. If you don't mind the somber nature of this work, you may want to consider this job field if the economy starts looking down.

Utility Work
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Utility Work

Toilets will find a way to clog, trash always needs to be picked up, and electrical outages are inevitable. That's why a job in utility work like plumbing, maintenance, and waste management is a reliable choice if you're worried about job security.

Actuarial Services
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Actuarial Services

Actuaries are especially useful to companies during rough economic times because their core purpose is to help minimize risk and uncertainty. This one's a no-brainer job choice, although you'll have to be pretty darn good at crunching numbers.