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career research


An important step before signing up for classes is to research the job or career you are thinking about pursuing.  Most people fall into a job or career by chance.  The lucky people end up loving their job.  The unlucky people find themselves in a job that is dead end, boring, or just unfulfilling.

Taking the time to research your career choice is an important step to finding the right job that is challenging, exciting, and the right match for you!

In order to locate information on job descriptions, job outlook, job requirements, work environment, etc. you can use the Internet.  There are many different career research websites that can help you collect valuable information on jobs. Use these websites to assist you in exploring and researching the right career for you.

Career Research Websites

ONET On-Line

Bureau of Labor Statistics

Work Net Career Videos

Vocational Information Center

Job Profiles

America’s Career Info Net

Salary Expert

Job Star Central

EDD – Labor Market Statistics

Career Voyages

California Careers

Occupational Outlook

San Diego Workforce Partnership


If you are struggling with the process of exploring careers, check out the Career Essentials Class. This class provides with you a teacher that can assist you in brainstorming and researching careers.  What is more, you will be working with other students who are trying to figure out their new career too so there is a lot of support!



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