<prompt> Human: Hey PF!Not sure where else this would be appropriate conversation but I was wondering if people know of jobs that dont have requirements beyond a HS diploma that people can work their way through the ranks to earn a decent living?I am 20k in debt and am wanting to drop out of college for personal reasons but I am terrified of not being able to pay things offget a job with a living wage. Thoughts?Edit: Thank all you guys! You have really helped lift my spirits today :D Thanks for the links and if you guys have any other cool ideas keep letting me know :D. If you meet anyone else whos down in the dumps about lifetheir future please direct em here! Im sure itll help em like it did me.  <response>: I was an electrician in the Navy and transitioned into the private sector no problems. Im currently a Plant Manager making 70k a year. I would recommend the military especially the navy because if you pick a field that translates to a civilian job you are set. I have several ex marines that work for me and they are great guys but at the end of the day I dont know very many companies in need of a person to fix and repair 30mm guns. On the other hand if you pick a field like electricity or electronics in the military those translate into civilian fields easily. I advise all the younger guys who walk into my plant that talk about wanting to join the military to pick a field that can take you past your military career. Im only 32 but since I was 22 when I left the navy Ive always made over 50k and can easily find employment. 