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Occupational Information Included in the Handbook

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... The Occupational Outlook Handbook is a career guidance resource that provides information on hundreds of occupations that comprise 9 out of 10 jobs in the United States. Each occupation is presented in its own chapter, or "statement," that discusses the type of work that is performed, the work ...

Management Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Administrative Services Managers (O*NET 11-3011.00) Significant Points * Applicants will face keen competition for the limited number of top-level management jobs, but competition should be less severe for lower-level management jobs; demand should be strong for facility ...

Business and Financial Operations Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Accountants and Auditors (O*NET 13-2011.00, 13-2011.01. 13-2011.02) Significant Points * Most jobs require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. * Opportunities will be best for jobseekers who have a master's degree, obtain certification ...

Computer and Mathematical Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Actuaries (O*NET 15-2011.00) Significant Points * A strong background in mathematics is essential; actuaries must pass a series of examinations to gain full professional status. * About 6 out of 10 actuaries are employed in the insurance industry. * ...

Architects, Surveyors, and Cartographers

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Architects, Except Landscape and Naval (O*NET 17-1011.00) Significant Points * About 1 in 5 architects are self-employed-more than 2 times the proportion for all occupations. * Licensing requirements include a professional degree in architecture, at least 3 years ...

Engineers

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... (O*NET 17-2011.00,17-2021.00,17-2031.00, 17-2041.00, 17-2051.00,17-2061.00,17-2071.00, 17-2072.00,17-2081.00, 17-2111.00,17-2111.01,17-2111.02,17-2111.03,17-2112.00, 17-2121.00,17-2121.01,17-2121.02,17-2131.00,17-2141.00, 17-2151.00,17-2161.00,17-2171.00,17-2199.99) Significant ...

Drafters and Engineering Technicians

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Drafters (O*NET 17-3011.00, 17-3011.01, 17-3011.02, 17-3012.00, 17-3012.01,17-3012.02,17-3013.00, 17-3019.99) Significant Points * The type and quality of training programs vary considerably so prospective students should be careful in selecting a program. * ...

Life Scientists

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Agricultural and Food Scientists (O*NET 19-1011.00,19-1012.00, 19-1013.00) Significant Points * About 14 percent of agricultural and food scientists work for Federal, State, or local governments. * A bachelor's degree in agricultural science is sufficient for some ...

Physical Scientists

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Atmospheric Scientists (O*NET 19-2021.00) Significant Points * About 37 percent of atmospheric scientists are employed by the Federal Government; most of these work in the National Weather Service. * A bachelor's degree in meteorology, or in a closely related ...

Social Scientists and Related Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Economists (O*NET 19-3011.00) Significant Points * Slower than average job growth is expected as firms increasingly employ workers with titles that reflect specialized duties rather than the general title of economist. * Job seekers with a background in economics ...

Science Technicians

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... (O*NET 19-4011.00,19-4011.01,19-4011.02,19-4021.00, 19-4031.00,19-4041.00, 19-4041.01, 19-4041.02,19-4051.00,19-4051.01, 19-4051.02,19-4091.00,19-4092.00, 19-4093.00,19-4099.99) Significant Points * Science technicians in production jobs can be employed on day, evening, or night ...

Community and Social Services Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Counselors (O*NET 21-1011.00,21-1012.00,21-1013.00, 21-1014.00, 21-1015.00,21-1019.99) Significant Points * A master's degree generally is required to become a licensed counselor. * Job opportunities for counselors should be very good because job openings are ...

Legal Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Court Reporters (O*NET 23-2091.00) Significant Points * Job prospects are expected to be excellent, especially for those with certification. * Demand for real-time broadcast captioning and translating will spur employment growth. * The amount of training ...

Education, Training, Library, and Museum Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Archivists, Curators, and Museum Technicians (O*NET 25-4011.00.25-4012.00. 25-4013.00) Significant Points * Most worked in museums, historical sites, and similar venues; in educational institutions; or in Federal, State, or local government. * A graduate degree ...

Art and Design Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Artists and Related Workers (O*NET 27-1011.00, 27-1012.00, 27-1013.00, 27-1014.00, 27-1019.99) Significant Points * About 62 percent of artists and related workers are self-employed. * Keen competition is expected for both salaried jobs and freelance work because ...

Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Actors, Producers, and Directors (O*NET 27-2011.00, 27-2012.00, 27-2012.01, 27-2012.02, 27-2012.03, 27-2012.04, 27-2012.05) Significant Points * Actors endure long periods of unemployment, intense competition for roles, and frequent rejections in auditions. * ...

Media and Communication-Related Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Announcers (O*NET 27-3011.00, 27-3012.00) Significant Points * Competition for announcer jobs will continue to be keen. * Jobs at small stations usually have low pay, but offer the best opportunities for inexperienced announcers. * Applicants who have ...

Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Audiologists (O*NET 29-1121.00) Significant Points * More than half worked in health care facilities; many others were employed by educational services. * A master's degree in audiology (hearing) is the standard level of education required; however, a doctoral ...

Health Technologists and Technicians

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Athletic Trainers (O*NET 29-9091.00) Significant Points * Long hours, sometimes including nights and weekends, are common. * A bachelor's degree is usually the minimum requirement, but many athletic trainers hold a master's or doctoral degree. * Employment ...

Healthcare Support Occupations

Jan 01, 2008; Anonymous ... Dental Assistants (O*NET 31-9091.00) Significant Points * Job prospects should be excellent. * Dentists are expected to hire more assistants to perform routine tasks so that they may devote their own time to more complex procedures. * Many assistants learn ...