Now that you have matched your skills and interests to prospective careers, the next step in the process is to narrow down your list. Information that you need to know about each career is the level of education or training required, salary, job market trends, and employee expectations. A Workforce Development Specialist can help guide you through this process.
Learn all about your career choice using these links:
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Simply type in the occupational title and learn about the nature of the work, working conditions, qualifications, job outlook, and earnings.
Employment and Wage Determinations - Find earnings categorized by major occupational groups in Washington.
Workforce Explorer - Washington labor market information that can be researched by county.
Video Career Library - The library consists of brief video snapshots of what each job entails and can help you make a decision in which direction you would like to pursue.
College Net - Locate the schools in your area that provide necessary training in your career choice.
Washington State Eligible Training Provider List - Training programs approved for those who qualify for a WIA training voucher, or additional unemployment insurance benefits.