Great Careers with a High School Diploma Set, 10-Volumes

Great Careers with a High School Diploma Set, 10-Volumes (Hardcover)
by Various (Author), Facts on File (Editor)


Great Careers with a High School Diploma Set, 10-Volumes
Published: • ISBN: 081607836X • 13-Digit ISBN: 9780816078363
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Summary

The Great Careers with a High School Diploma set profiles jobs that require no more than a high school diploma or a GED. Each volume explores some of the U.S. Department of Labor’s career clusters, examining several careers within each cluster. These essential career books give students in grades 9 and up the know-how to find a job in their desired field, as well as insider tips and guidance to career success. Each book in this set examines the on-the-job training that often leads to certification in addition to the potential for self-employment in a particular field.

Job article features include:

* "Is This Job for You?"—a self-assessment quiz
* "What You'll Do"—an explanation of the job's setting
* "Let's Talk Money," "Let's Talk Trends," and "Reality Check"—honest information on salary and employment prospects
* "Your Typical Day"—a day in the life on the job
* "The Inside Scoop"—an interview with a person who currently works in that field
* "What You Can Do Now"—advice on preparing for the field
* "What Training You'll Need"—information on certifications and training
* "How to Talk Like a Pro"—important terms used in the field
* "How to Find a Job"—tips on getting into the field
* "Secrets for Success" and "How You Can Move Up"—ideas on how to do well and get promoted
* "Some Other Jobs to Think About"—lists of related careers
* "Web Sites to Surf"—lists of industry organizations and other career information.

Individual titles:
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Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Armed Forces
Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Communications, the Arts, and Computers
Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Construction and Trades

Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Health Care, Medicine, and Science
Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Hospitality, Human Services, and Tourism
Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Manufacturing and Transportation
Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Personal Care Services, Fitness, and Education
Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Public Safety, Law, and Security
Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Sales, Marketing, Business, and Finance

* Hardcover
* Publisher: Facts on File (October 2008)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 081607836X
* ISBN-13: 9780816078363

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