Learn details about different careers. This will help you choose a career that's best for you.
To make a solid decision about your career, it helps to know what questions to ask. The chart below gives examples of what you can ask—and learn—about different careers.
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Questions to ask |
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Job duties
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- Would you like doing this kind of work?
- Would you be able to do it?
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Typical wages or earnings
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- Does the career pay a wage you can live on?
- Will training help you earn more?
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Typical training or education
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- Do you have the right training for the career?
- What education or training would you need to qualify for the job?
- Is training given at a school near where you live?
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Employment or job openings
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- What is the outlook for new jobs?
- Are more job openings expected in the future?
- Or is the number of workers shrinking?
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Ready to research?
Now that you know the questions to ask, see which of the resources below are best for you:
Occupation Profile: learn details about nearly 900 different careers.
mySkills myFuture: if you have previous work experience, use this tool to explore new careers that might build on your skills and experience.
Collateral Consequences: use this tool to see if you might have career restrictions due to your conviction.
American Job Center Finder: find in-person help for your career, training, or job search needs at a local American Job Center.
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