Many of today's jobs don't require an expensive 4-year degree. A lot of the jobs require apprenticeship experiences or only require a few months of specialized training. This book is organized by 10 major occupational fields identifying 100 high demand jobs.

This book provides current information on the top 100 careers. Each career is described in detail, including job duties, training and education requirements, salary, projected job availability, and related occupations. It includes a special section on how to find a job, write a resume and cover letter, and provides tips for effective job interviews.

Good pay and increased demand is projected for many jobs that do not require a four-year college degree.

While many employers may not want to hire someone with a criminal record, others are willing to give ex-offenders a second chance and help them get back on their feet and move ahead with their lives. Indeed, we live in a society that both admires and supports people who can pick themselves up, change their lives, and go on to achieve their dreams. But what should ex-offenders do in order to land a good job? Where should they go to find a job they do well and enjoy doing? Here's the book that provides important answers to many re-entry questions facing ex-offenders. Beginning with an examination of 20 myths/realities and 22 principles for success, two of America's leading employment experts reveal 10 steps to job and career success: Examine and change your attitudes; Conduct research on jobs and communities; Seek assistance and become proactive; Write effective resumes and letters; Select appropriate job search approaches ; Network for information, advice, and referrals; Assess your skills and identify your MAS; Develop winning job interview skills; State a powerful objective; Negotiate salary and benefits like a professional. A final chapter goes one step further in examining what to do once you've landed the job - how to survive and prosper on the job as well as advance your career. Rich in insights and filled with practical examples, exercises, and resources, here's the book that can make a big difference in the lives of ex-offenders. Follow each step and you'll begin meeting employers who will want to hire you because of your unique talents and your new attitudes and motivations. You will find a job that you both do well and enjoy doing.

1970- issued in 2 vols.: v. 1, General reference, social sciences, history, economics, business; v. 2, Fine arts, humanities, science and engineering.

Offers job descriptions and career planning information for people who choose not to pursue a college degree.

Discover your ideal career quickly with this new book. Mike Farrs practical guidance helps you figure out what youre good at, where your interests lie, whats important to you, and more. Features more than 275 concise job descriptions with information on pay, growth, openings, and education level needed. Whether youre looking for your first job, your next job, or a better job, Overnight Career Choice provides help in a hurry. The clear, direct approach guides your career focus and prevents you from floundering in your job search and career, while the practical advice covers the nine most important components in an ideal job. Quick worksheets pinpoint your career interests, skills, values, preferred earnings, desired responsibility level, desired work location, preferred work environment, and more.

This novel is about two dedicated educators both of whom were raped in the eyes of the public. One was physically raped and the other mentally. They both take the roller coaster ride of a life time as they seek the road to justice. Each chapter will draw you into a fuller understanding and heighten your curiosity with the turn of the page. As a corollary to the main plot about the state of our educational system nationwide, please read the Concerns and Solutions Section .