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Insurance Inspector

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Before you become an inspector, experts suggest you get some training in engineering and spend time in the field. The average age at which inspectors are hired is about 29.

An engineering degree is not generally required, but it might give you an edge. Most inspectors have engineering diplomas or training from community colleges. Such a program takes about two years.

"Some inspectors are jacks of all trades, with a wide variety of experience but no formal training," says Bob Nelson of the Insurers' Advisory Organization. This is not the case with most inspectors, however.

"Many start out as engineers and decide to take a different direction -- maybe they're tired of shift work or they want more flexibility," says Nelson.

Experts recommend taking all your sciences and studying math in high school if you're interested in eventually becoming an inspector.

Once you begin working as an inspector, you can expect to take further training and examinations through your employer and national certifying bodies.

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