Available Research Tools
As you are researching your chosen occupation, you should be identifying the knowledge, skills, and abilities you will need to achieve success in your career. The details of an occupation can be found by using a variety of sources, including America’s Career InfoNet, Occupational Information Network (O*Net), Career Voyages, industry associations, job banks, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Outlook Handbook, and many other resources. You should access numerous tools as you conduct your occupational research. Some research tools include:
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Your Steps Toward Success |
The Your Steps Toward Success website provides career information as well as links to career tools. |
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Career Voyages |
The Career Voyages website provides information on the educational opportunities and requirements for occupations. It also contains helpful fact sheets and videos. |
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U.S. Employment Services |
The publicly funded workforce system provides One-Stop Career Centers throughout the country. One-Stop Career Centers provide free career counseling to local citizens. |
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America’s Career InfoNet |
America’s Career InfoNet is a resource for making informed career decisions. |
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Occupational Information Network (O*Net) |
The Occupational Information Network (O*Net) website provides detailed information about occupations such as the description, tasks, knowledge, skills, abilities, work activities, work context, job zone, apprenticeship opportunities, interests, work values, salary, etc. |
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Career One Stop |
Career One Stop is an integrated suite of national websites that help businesses, job seekers, students, and workforce professionals find employment and career resources. |
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School Career Centers |
Most school career centers offer career counseling, on-campus interviews, and job listings. In addition, faculty members may be able to suggest possible career options that have been pursued by previous graduates. |
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Professional Organizations and/or Industry Associations |
Professional organizations and industry associations have web career links, conferences, and career-related activities. |
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Online Job Boards |
Online job boards not only post available jobs, but they also contain career information. |
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics |
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is the principal fact-finding agency for the U.S. Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics. It provides detailed information about industry growth and occupational outlooks. |
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Bridges |
Bridges offers online career tests, career counseling, and job search advice. |
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