THERE IS AN ENTIRE WORLD OUT THERE… INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Covering a wide range of careers, the Health Sciences ensure the best health care delivery for patients. If you like taking care of others and being on the edge of the latest technologies, health sciences might be for you.
Do you like taking things apart and putting them back together? Do you enjoy projects using your hands? If you’re a natural at building, constructing and assembling, this may be a great career fit for you.
SKILLS NEEDED:
• You have good interpersonal skills, and can com-
SKILLS NEEDED:
• You have math skills. • You don’t mind working independently
SKILLS NEEDED:
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• You’re tech savvy. • You have strong organizational skills and • •
HEALTH SCIENCES
MANUFACTURING
Information technology (IT) is essential in today’s workforce. If you like using technology and have an interest in working to improve everything from computers to smartphones, this may be the field for you.
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are a detail-oriented person. You’re flexible and good at embracing new ideas. You’re a strong communicator and listener.
without a lot of direction. You have good mechanical skills – seeing how parts come apart and back together. You see how single parts connect to each other and make a larger working part.
DO YOU LIKE HANDS-ON WORK?
An associate degree prepares students for great careers in these fields. Many credits will also transfer into additional educational options for future career growth.
THESE CAREERS MAY BE FOR YOU: COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
An associate degree prepares students for great careers in these fields. Many credits will also transfer into additional educational options for future career growth.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN
SMARTPHONE APP DEVELOPER
MEDIAN SALARY
COURT REPORTER CORRECTIONS OFFICER CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR CRIMINOLOGIST POLICE OFFICER PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR
MEDIAN SALARY
for associate degree graduates right out of college.
MEDIAN SALARY
for associate degree graduates right out of college.
$40,882
THESE CAREERS MAY BE FOR YOU:
GERIATRIC CARE SPECIALIST
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
WELDER
for associate degree graduates right out of college.
DIETARY MANAGER
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
METAL FABRICATOR
WEBSITE DEVELOPER
An associate degree prepares students for great careers in these fields. Many credits will also transfer into additional educational options for future career growth.
NURSE
MACHINIST
$37,357
MEDIAN = MIDDLE
skills and have the ability to give clear and concise instructions. You have good stress management skills. You like working with others as part of a team.
DEGREE NEEDED:
MASSAGE THERAPIST
INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC
MOBILE SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
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HEALTH & WELLNESS SPECIALIST
GAS METAL ARC WELDER
IT SECURITY OFFICER
• You’re good at making quick decisions. • You have strong communication
DENTAL HYGIENIST
THESE CAREERS MAY BE FOR YOU:
ARE YOU THE INQUISITIVE TYPE?
SKILLS NEEDED:
municate effectively with patients and co-workers. You have an interest in science and technology. You have a keen eye for detail. You like working as part of a larger team for the greater good.
THESE CAREERS MAY BE FOR YOU:
FABRICATION TECHNICIAN
GAMING DESIGNER
DO YOU LIKE TO HELP PEOPLE?
An associate degree prepares students for great careers in these fields. Many credits will also transfer into additional educational options for future career growth.
CNC TECHNICIAN
E-BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY ANALYST
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Law enforcement is a unique and demanding career field. If you are an inquisitive person interested in public safety, problem solving, and working with people, this area may be a great fit.
DEGREE NEEDED:
DEGREE NEEDED:
DEGREE NEEDED:
LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS AND SECURITY
MEDIAN SALARY
for associate degree graduates right out of college.
$46,328
$33,189
as in the middle of a salary range; meaning your starting salary could be much higher
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HUMAN SERVICES
You can work with other people to fulfill their everyday needs. POSSIBLE CAREERS Barber, Child Care, Cosmetologist, Esthetician, Funeral Service Director, Substance Abuse Counselor
MARKETING & SALES
Work with people and promote businesses with a degree in this field. POSSIBLE CAREERS Advertising Account Executive, Marketing Specialist, Real Estate Agent, Fashion Merchandising
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM)
Engineer and compute solutions to modern technology challenges.
POSSIBLE CAREERS Civil Engineer, Electrician, Computer Technician, Mechanical Drafter, Renewable Energy Specialist
ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS
Explore your creative side with a career in arts and communications. POSSIBLE CAREERS Animator, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Photographer
ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
You can help plan, design or build residential or commercial buildings. POSSIBLE CAREERS Construction, Design and Pre-Construction, Maintenance and Operations
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
Run your own business or help make someone else’s more successful.
Help move people and products to where they need to be.
POSSIBLE CAREERS
POSSIBLE CAREERS Pilot, Aircraft Mechanic, Automotive Technician, Supply Chain Manager, Truck Driver
Human Resources, Business Management/Supervisor, Administrative Professional, Small Business Owner
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FINANCE
Crunch numbers and build budgets in this career. POSSIBLE CAREERS Accounting, Banking Services, Business Finance, Insurance, Securities and Investments
AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND NATURAL RESOURCES
HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
Do you enjoy the outdoors? Pursue your passion and save the earth.
If you are a natural host and planner, you may welcome a career in hospitality.
POSSIBLE CAREERS Agribusiness Specialist, Dairy Cattle Manager, Winemaker, Environmental Engineer, Farm Manager, Veterinary Technician
POSSIBLE CAREERS Baker, Chef, Special Event Manager, Restaurant Manager, Tourism Manager
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