Many people are taking advantage of the poor economic environment by enrolling in schools to improve their job prospects. It's especially important that mothers have the tools to be able to care for their families. The job sectors that are expected to rise will have many positions available that qualified workers can fill. There are plenty of careers that will open up in the technology sector. So many of our daily tasks are made possible by digital, wireless and other technology. Technological systems are often complex which is why intelligent people are needed to help make them accessible to society. Computer software engineering and related fields will be increasingly needed. Analysts for network systems and data communications are also expected to be important careers. Another career area that is sure to grow is healthcare. Doctors and nurses are the typical professions that people think of, but there are many more available. Physical and occupational therapy are expected to see growth. Some analysts also think behavioral disorder counselors will be highly sought. Many occupations in health and medicine require an advanced degree, but there are also many jobs that require specialized coursework or training instead. Although the job outlook appears dark now, there is still reason to be optimistic. A number of industries and service areas could see growth in the rebounding economy. All of the jobs in these growing areas will require the proper education. If you're a mom reading this, the chance hasn't passed you by to get the proper education for one of these careers. The recent Grants for Moms initiative was started by President Obama and his administration. The $5,000 allotment can be a big help in paying for a number of school-related costs. It's a worthy goal to make getting significant degrees and training easier for hardworking moms. Moms have a lot of responsibility for their children and families, and the Obama education grants are an effort to give something back to them. Big universities as well as 2-year junior colleges can provide plenty of opportunity for education and career advancement. If you're a mother who is thinking of going to school, you should look around to see what you can do.