Fairfax County Public Schools Career Connections Specific Occupational Research

STUDENT DECISION-MAKING PROCESS: SPECIFIC OCCUPATIONAL RESEARCH
As students start to narrow down the list of possible occupations to consider, they need to be able to conduct more extensive research on those occupations. The following list of occupations is a good place to begin.
Accounting Actuary Aerospace Industry Airline Industry Archaeology Architecture Art Biology Business and Marketing Chemistry Clerical Computers and Technology Counseling and Social Work Dental Careers Education Engineering Entertainment Environmental Science/Ecology Firefighter Foreign Language Foreign Service Genetics Geography Gerontology Health Care Hospitality Interpreter/Translator Interior Designer		Journalism/Writing Law Law Enforcement/FBI/CIA Librarian Marine Science Mathematics Math/Science/Technology Medicine Meteorology Music Nursing Occupational Therapy Oceanography Outdoor Occupations Parks and Recreation Pharmacy Photography Physical Therapy Psychology Science Social Sciences Sports Technology Therapist/Counselor Travel and Tourism Veterinary Medicine Zoology and Animal Careers

Accounting AICPA - Becoming a CPA Detailed information about becoming a certified public accountant Career Reports: Accounting An article from The Black Collegian on the success track for African-Americans in accounting Why Major in Accounting? A comprehensive guide to the accounting profession from the accounting program at UC Long Beach top Actuary Becoming an Actuary Provides a description of the job and the examinations necessary to become an actuary Welcome to Be An Actuary! Information about actuarial careers including the exam process, the characteristics of the profession, and what life is like on the job What is an Actuary? Information from Purdue University on becoming an actuary; includes information on the major of actuarial science top Aerospace Industry Aviation and Aeronautics Career Guide Information about careers in aerospace, aviation, aeronautics, space sciences and related technologies top Airline Industry Aircraft Pilots and Flight Engineers Detailed information about becoming a pilot Career Information - Flight Attendants Job description, employment outlook, working conditions, and other job information about flight attendants FAA Aviation and Space Careers Offers information about a variety of occupations in aviation top Archaeology Careers in Historical Archeology Web site devoted to information on archaeology careers Careers, Opportunities, and Jobs in Archaeology The Society of American Archaeology provides information about occupations and academic programs in archaeology Conservation Training in the United States Description of the duties and training of a conservation expert Frequently Asked Questions About a Career in Archaeology in the U.S. Expert advice for people who want to uncover hidden history Underwater Archaeology A guide to underwater archaeology resources on the Internet top Architecture Architecture Careers Information on becoming an architect plus links to related web sites e-Architect - Career Decision Strategies Explores several career paths for an architect Information for Students - Architecture Provides high school and college students with information about a career in architecture; from The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture top Art Alternatives for Art Historians Twenty occupations requiring the specific skills of an art historian AMI - Medical Illustrators Description of the job of a medical illustrator, how to enter the profession and much more Careers in Animation and Special Effects The kinds of skills and training that are required for a career in animation or special effects Incredible Art Department Art jobs, lessons, news, and the art site of the week Majors and Career Opportunities - Art History Information from Rutgers University about job opportunities and career fields for art history majors Music/Arts and Your Career Jobs for kids who like music and arts top Biology Careers for Biology Majors Nearly 200 links to web sites describing careers related to biology Careers in Biotechnology A career guide to biotechnology; includes job descriptions and interviews Careers in Botany An online pamphlet providing information about a career in botany top Business and Marketing Careers in Business Profiles of a number of business management jobs; includes information on such jobs as venture capitalist or financial consultant Retail Career Profiles Profiles of a variety of retail occupations Saludos.com: Women in Business Information on the expanding role of Hispanic women in the business career field top Chemistry A Career in Toxicology Information from the Society of Toxicology about careers in toxicology; includes a section for K-12 students for toxicology career exploration Chemistry Careers A list of possible careers for chemistry majors Opportunities for Chemistry Graduates The steps required to build a strong career in the field of chemistry top Clerical Office Clerks General information about a job as an office clerk Secretary Occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics top Computers and Technology Computer Support Specialist Occupational information about this in-demand job Computer Software Engineer Information on what skills are needed to be competitive in this field top Counseling and Social Work Careers in Social Work Explores the various paths a job in social work can take Saludos.com: Counselors And Social Workers Job descriptions of several occupations related to counseling and social work Social Work Careers Information on the education and training needed to become one of several types of social workers top Dental Careers Careers in Dentistry Information for those planning to work in a private dental practice, as a dental hygienist or dental lab assisant, or in another dental related occupation Dental Assistant An explanation of the job of dental assistant from the American Dental Association Dental Hygienist An explanation of the job of dental hygienist from the American Dental Association Dental Laboratory Technologist Information about the job of dental laboratory technologist from the American Dental Association Dentist Useful information about preparing to become a dentist from the American Dental Association top Education Becoming a Teacher A discussion of the teaching profession in detail Career Choices in Special Education and Related Services Links to detailed information on careers related to special education Teacher Occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics top Engineering A Career for You - Engineering and You A student planning guide developed by the National Society of Professional Engineers A Career in Biomedical Engineering A description of biomedical engineering and the specific subcategories of the profession Careers in Mechanical Engineering What mechanical engineers study, what they do, and where they work Careers in Science and Engineering A student planning guide to grad school and beyond; includes how to find the right job for you Industrial Engineers Describes the job of an industrial engineer and the necessary training Planning a Career in Biomedical Engineering Information about a career in biomedical engineering from the Biomedical Engineering Society Student's Frequently Asked Questions FAQs about engineering careers answered by representatives from the Society of Women Engineers Welcome to Discover Engineering Online Contains descriptions of the various engineering professions, clever explanations of engineering jobs, engineering related games, and much more What Do ChemEs Do? Information about the duties and training of a chemical engineer What is a Chemical Engineer? Explains what a chemical engineer does and the education and training needed for that profession top Entertainment Acting Workshop On-line (AWOL) A site for beginning actors; includes a career guide and advice on finding an agent Broadcasting Career Fields: Careers in Radio A survey of career opportunities available in radio Industry Report: Arts & Entertainment An essay from The Black Collegian on careers in creative arts and entertainment for African-Americans top Environmental Sciences/Ecology Careers: U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service An extensive listing of the job possibilities within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Cyber-Sierra's Natural Resources Job Search Hundreds of links related to careers in natural resources; most notable are forestry and natural resource educational opportunities and the summer jobs section Ecology as a Career A resourse for students interested in ecological science Environmental Careers Organization Site of ECO, a national, non-profit educational organization, offering career advice and information on environmental internships throughout the U.S. Urban Forest: 50 Careers in Trees Fifty careers for anyone interested in the environment; available in English and Spanish top Firefighter Entry-Level Firefighter Test Study Guide Includes information on this high risk but challenging occupation; what type of individual would be suited to the job top Foreign Language Careers in Foreign Languages Information about foreign language jobs in seven major career areas Careers in Foreign Language A listing of possible careers by category that require foreign language skills Career Options for Foreign Language Majors An extensive list of occupations and information for foreign language majors top Foreign Service Foreign Service Careers Information from the U.S. Department of State on careers in the foreign service and the U.S. State Department top Genetics Career in Genetic Counseling Information on genetics counseling as a profession Careers in Genetics Field Information about jobs in genetics plus questions answered by geneticists top Geography The Association of American Geographers Career Site Excellent site for students who like geography but aren't sure what they can do with it top Gerontology Careers in Aging A detailed presentation of the specialties offered in the field of gerentology top Health Care Nutrition/Dietetics Education and training required; possible career options in this field top Hospitality Background of a Pastry Chef Job characteristics of a pastry chef Culinary Schools Yahoo's collection of culinary schools around the world Food Services Manager Employment information and data for the food services career field top Interpreter/Translator Careers in Sign Language Interpreting Information about becoming a sign language interpreter What does an interpreter do? From the Russian Interpreters Co-op an explanation of the job of an interpreter top Interior Designer Interior Designers Information on working as an interior designer top		Journalism/Writing Preparing for a Career in Newspapers Advice to students who are considering careers as newspaper journalists Reporter Occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Writer Occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics top Law Career in Court Reporting and Broadcast Captioning Extensive information on a career in court reporting Careers in Law Information on a law career including applying to law school What is a Court Reporter? Extensive information on a career in court reporting What is a Paralegal? Information on the education and training required to become a paralegal top Law Enforcement/FBI/CIA CIA - The Work of the Nation An official site of the Central Intelligence Agency designed just for career information for working with the CIA FederaI Bureau of Investigation - Employment - Special Agent - General Information Information on the qualifications and procedures for becoming a special agent with the FBI United States Secret Service Information about a career in the secret service top Librarian Careers in Research Libraries and Information Science Information on the occupation of research librarian Librarian Occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Libraries Frequently Asked Questions A broad overview of the field of library science and related links top Marine Science Career Information A list of links to various marine science careers Careers in Marine Science Defines the various occupations within the career of marine science OceanLink Answers to Career Questions Question and answer format with a scientist in the marine biology field Strategies for Pursuing a Career in Marine Mammal Science A brochure that addresses questions commonly asked by people seeking a career in marine mammal science in the U.S.; provides suggestions on how to plan education and work experience top Mathematics Careers in Math Theme Page Numerous links to information about careers in math Careers in Mathematics Useful information in video format for the college-bound high school student with an interest in mathematics What is Statistics? What Do Statisticians Do? Career information from the American Statistical Association Math and Your Career Jobs for kids who like math Mathematical Sciences Career Information Check out the Mathematics Careers Bulletin Board top Math, Science and Technology MAD.SCI Libe: Science Careers Help for students in grades K - 12 in preparing for careers in math or science Women of NASA Career profiles of women of NASA presented to encourage more young women to pursue careers in math, science, and technology top Medicine Alphabetical Medical Career Listing Links to numerous occupations related to the medical career field American Academy of Physician Assistants Information about the PA profession including general information, education required, training programs, and more Careers in Medicine Web site from the Association of American Medical Colleges to answer questions from high school students about medical school and careers in medicine Medical Assistants: Nature of the Work Information about this occupation from the American Association of Medical Assistants Medical Transcription FAQ Questions about becoming a medical transcriptionist and where to get the necessary training Information for Midwifery Students Information about the education and training necessary to become a midwife PA Facts At A Glance Information about physician assistants including a link to accredited academic programs Pediatric Career Information Information on financing a medical education and selecting a specialty from the American Academy of Pediatrics Physician Assistant Information about the job and how physician assistants differ from physicians top Meteorology How to Become a Meteorologist Information on becoming a meteorologist top Music Acoustical Society of America - Acoustics and You Questions and answers about the field of acoustics Careers in the Field of Music Listing of careers in music by category Music/Arts and Your Career Jobs for kids who like music and arts top Nursing The Future of Nursing Education: Ten Trends to Watch The extraordinary challenges and opportunities available to the nursing profession Nurse Practitioner Describes the job of nurse practitioner and the education and training necessary Q&A: A Career in Nurse Anesthesia Provides information about becoming a nurse anesthesist Sigma Theta Tau International Information on the nursing profession from the national honor society of nursing top Occupational Therapy American Occupational Therapy Association Educational programs and professional information Occupational Therapist Information from the Occupational Outlook Handbook discussing the occupation in detail top Oceanography Careers in Oceanography, Marine Science & Marine Biology A list of links to numerous resources in these career fields OGC: The inside scoop (Quarterdeck 6.2, Oceanography, Texas A&M University) Advice and hints about becoming an oceanographer Working in the Aquatic Sciences Information on what is involved in a career in aquatic science top Outdoor Occupations Sports and Your Career Jobs for kids who like sports and the outdoors Preparing for a Career as a Golf Course Superintendent Includes information on choosing a program, typical curriculum, internships, and scholarships top Parks and Recreation Considering a Career in Parks and Recreation? Information on the recreation and tourism industry and the jobs available Rangers on the Web Links that provide insight into the job of park ranger Recreation Administration Explores the many job possibilities in this growing industry top Pharmacy Pharmacy Career Information Center Information about pharmacy careers and colleges where pharmacy programs are available top Photography Crime Scene and Evidence Photography An interesting view of subject matter included in this specialty Photography Career Training for Creative Individuals An overview of the work of a photographer, the skills required, and how to get started top Physical Therapy Careers in Physical Therapy Information about physical therapy including nature of the work, salaries, education requirements, and much more Physical Therapy Education Frequently Asked Questions Information about the education and training required for a career in physical therapy from the American Physical Therapy Association Who are PT's and PTA's? Information about physical therapists and physical therepy assistants from the American Physical Therapy Association top Psychology Frequently Asked Psychology Career Questions Deals primarily with social psychology but has information for other psychology fields Marky Lloyd's Careers in Psychology Page Helps students learn what they can do with a degree in psychology Subareas of Psychology Provides detailed information about the various subcategories of psychology top Science A New Universe to Explore: Careers in Astronomy Information on the preparation and education needed for a career in astronomy Do You Want to Become a Volcanologist? Insight into this unique and demanding science related occupation MAD.SCI Libe: Science Careers Help for students in grades K - 12 in preparing for careers in science or math Science and Your Career Jobs for kids who like science top Social Sciences Careers in Sociology Complete text of Careers in Sociology by W. Richard Stephens, Jr. Social Studies and Your Career Jobs for kids who like social studies top Sports Career in Sports Management Provides information on a variety of jobs related to sports management Sports Careers Interview with a sports writer and how he uses math skills on the job Professional Athlete Information about being a professional athlete Athletes, Coaches, Umpires and Related Workers Information about four possible occupations in the sports field top Technology Computer Software Producer Interview with a person who works in computer software development techQuest2000 How to prepare for your technical career in the 21st century top Therapist/Counselor Art Therapist Information about a career in art therapy ATRA Educational/Career Info Information about a career in recreation therapy Music Therapy Careers Information on careers and educational opportunties in music therapy Music Therapy FAQs Frequently asked questions about the music therapy profession Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Helpful information as you prepare for a career in therapeutic recreation top Travel and Tourism ASTAnet: Becoming a Travel Agent Detailed questions and answers about how to become a travel agent Travel Agent The career path, pros and cons of the job, and much more information about travel agents top Veterinary Medicine Becoming a Veterinarian The role of the veterinarian and advice on making your career choice The Veterinary Technician Detailed information about this profession including educational opportunities and state regulations Veterinary Careers The changing role of veterinary medicine Veterinary Careers A presentation of the career possibilities in the field of veterinary medicine top Zoology and Animal Careers Unusual Careers with Animals A series of articles dealing with working in unusual careers with animals Zoo and Aquarium Careers Zoo and aquarium careers from the American Zoo and Aquarium Association Zoo Keeping As a Career Information about a career as a zookeeper Zoological Park Careers Information about what it would be like to work at SeaWorld or Busch Gardens top

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