Source of Image: the Internet – Compassion is the stirring that urges people towards goodness and helps those who are unfortunate.

In addition to having solid expertise, professions such as police officers, doctors, teachers, social workers, and others require you to have compassion and love for the job.

Technology is changing everything, and many professions will disappear. But machines or technology cannot replace the relationship between people. Professions that involve direct interaction with people and helping others will continue to exist, or at least will be slow to be replaced.

To pursue such professions, you must have compassion, which is demonstrated through your desire, actions, and efforts to help others overcome difficulties. Below are 10 professions that require a high level of compassion from you.

1. Police officer

Police officers enforce the law to ensure the safety of everyone, from the most basic safety needs. The job involves pressure and many positions related to the lives of others and oneself. Therefore, the police profession requires strict discipline, mental and physical health, and courage.

There are many ways to start with the police profession, the selection process is quite strict and demanding. You can start by doing voluntary work, taking entrance exams for colleges in the field, or taking the university entrance examination for the People’s Police Academy.

2. Healthcare worker

Health is always the first concern of every individual. The healthcare system is increasingly modern, but with it comes the increase in disease outbreaks and the impact of the environment on health. The need for healthcare and treatment is always essential. Therefore, the medical profession is difficult to be replaced by any machine.

Because it involves human life, this profession requires you to have a strong sense of responsibility, a desire to help others. You will face a lot of pressure, nervous tension, and have to work with a hot heart but a cool head to keep calm. The profession also requires strict selection of knowledge and a spirit of continuous learning and improvement.

To pursue this profession, you must have good mental and physical health, love for people and the profession. You must study medical expertise, have certificates, and have enough practical working time. The career development path in medicine is very long, requiring continuous professional development. The entrance exam to medical schools is also very demanding, and the admission score is always among the highest.

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3. Teacher

After safety and health, education is a necessary need. The teaching profession is always respected and revered, helping students have proper awareness and knowledge for a better life.

Many people think that teaching is a gentle, less stressful, and stable profession. But in reality, educating people has never been easy, especially for students with difficult circumstances or studying in special education schools.

Each person is an individual, so teachers must find a way to help students maximise their potential, learn what is good, and become good citizens. Sometimes teachers need to plan and teach lessons that are appropriate for the specific needs and abilities of each student.

Currently, there are many ways to become a teacher such as tutoring or teaching at a centre. However, if you are serious and pursue this profession, you should study in a systematic way and obtain relevant certificates because the products created are the citizens of the future.

4. Social worker

As society has developed, social work has become more and more important. The profession of social workers aims to improve the quality of life for individuals and communities.

The profession may seem vague, but in reality, social workers are all around you, from neighbourhood community workers to those who encourage and share when you encounter difficulties, or those who work on projects to help children and women in remote areas. They can also be researchers who seek solutions to community problems, develop and evaluate social policies.

Social workers often work in government or non-governmental organisations, have the opportunity to travel to many places, and help many people.

There are many ways to work in social work, but to turn it into a profession, you must have a desire to help others and have expertise in a specific social issue, such as social work, health, education, psychology, and so on.

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5. Beautician

Beauty is an essential need for humans, especially as society develops. The profession of beauty is divided into many levels, from introducing beauty products, skincare, et cetera, to providing hair and skin care services for customers, and higher levels of expertise as beauty experts or cosmetic surgeons.

Those in the beauty profession help people become beautiful and confident. Therefore, in addition to interacting with others, beauty experts regularly come into contact with beauty and update their knowledge of new trends. It would be even better if you have an eye for beauty and artistic talent in your profession.

At the beginning level, you may not need formal training programs. Start learning from licensed beauty environments or vocational schools. At a higher level, you need to invest and train systematically. Investing to become a consultant or cosmetic surgeon will take both time and cost.

Advice from successful people in the profession is to study hard, work and save money to continue investing in learning.

6. Nutritionist

Good health leads to happiness, and it starts with the basics: food and nutrition. Nutritionists often work with individuals or groups to provide information, advice, and improve knowledge about nutrition, food, and health; develop and implement meal plans to improve the nutrition of individuals or families.

Nutritionists work in hospitals, health facilities, nursing homes, schools, research organisations, sports organisations, et cetera. This is not a new profession, but it is not well known, even though many people are interested in the profession lately. To work in this profession, you must undergo training and have some certifications.

7. Personal Trainer (PT)

Having good health and a fit body has been a concern for many people for a long time. Not everyone can do this on their own, so they need proper training, a little pressure, and a little motivation. Personal trainers are known or abbreviated as PT in English.

PTs help clients achieve health, fitness, and physical goals through physical assessments, building and implementing workout programs, and inspiring clients to pursue a healthy lifestyle.

Although there are no specific degree requirements, becoming a PT poses many challenges. In addition to being healthy, fit, and energetic, PTs need to have comprehensive knowledge of training, nutrition, healthcare, etc. and skills such as communication, teaching, psychology, et cetera.

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8. Career Counsellor

Each person in different stages of their career, from high school, university, working, and retirement, has their own issues. You will have certain stressful times, especially when facing major turning points such as choosing a school, choosing a field, changing jobs, career development opportunities, et cetera.

At times like these, career counsellors will help you relieve stress, find a way out, and have the best choice. Counsellors or career advisors also provide guidance and support for career transition or development, helping you practice skills in the job search process, work, and personal development.

Career counsellors often interact and help many people, and they can work in schools, businesses, social organisations, or work independently. These people have many quality relationships, are often trusted, and can have a significant impact on others.

The career counselling profession is likened to a doctor for a career, and one mistake can kill a person’s career. Therefore, serious study is necessary, and experience is needed to do well in this profession. Studying psychology or experiencing counselling jobs is a good start for this profession.

9. Human Resources professional

Human beings are the most valuable asset of any organisation. If these valuable assets are not selected, cared for, and developed properly, they can become worthless. The human resources profession not only helps organisations have suitable, effective, and developed people, but also helps each person find a suitable job and have more motivation to work.

In addition to professional requirements, the human resources profession also requires general knowledge of business. Practical experience and understanding of the organisation you are working for are essential factors. Those who work in this profession must maintain a good balance because they often face issues such as balancing the interests of the organisation and employees, and balancing the heart and mind.

To have a career in human resources, you can start by choosing a human resources or business administration major. However, in Vietnam, there are many successful human resources experts who have switched from other fields. You can start this profession from anywhere, but you must not be afraid of difficulties, work hard to gain practical experience, and maintain integrity in your work.

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10. Psychologist

Society is changing rapidly, along with many issues that individuals must face such as stress, conflict, stagnation, and psychological and nervous system illnesses. Therefore, the social demand for this profession is increasing.

Psychologists can help people learn how to cope and overcome their own obstacles. In addition to psychological knowledge, this profession requires the skilful use of tools, assessments of strengths, weaknesses, perceptions, abilities, interests, personality traits, and psychological and nervous system functions.

This job requires patience, calmness, a good heart, and a desire to help others. To do this profession, you need to study and have the necessary certificates, as well as practical experience for a long enough time.

11. And many more, and in conclusion:

Within the context of work, no task is considered trivial. Every task holds value and should be regarded as an opportunity to learn and grow. Even the most legally ordinary job cannot be approached with carelessness, underestimation or idleness. Instead, one should approach their work with enthusiasm and dedication. There is no profession that is inherently noble, rather, it is the individuals and their character within their profession that can be considered noble.

Helping others is among the most meaningful pursuits one can engage in, and there are numerous options available for those seeking to do so. Whether one chooses to work directly with individuals in need of assistance, or seeks to contribute to a larger cause, a career focused on helping others can take on various shapes or forms.

If one seeks ideas on what to do for a career focused on people, this article offers helpful suggestions and explanations to aid in making an informed decision.

Edited by VINH PHAN, Practice Leader of Executive Search & Board Services; referred to a Vietnamese composition by Linh V. Nguyen on VnExpress

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