LE300 Chapter 3 Lesson 3 Study Guide
Career Opportunities
1. What are the three main advantages of a technically oriented career path?
You can achieve a good standard of living without pursuing a college education. You have an
opportunity to learn a trade that’s fulfilling to you and is a benefit to society. You can develop your
knowledge of science and technology, which is important in today’s interconnected world.
2. What information is found in the US Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational
Outlook Handbook, and how often is it updated?
You learn about careers in areas like information technology; management; sales; administration;
agriculture; construction; and transportation. It provides information about careers in the armed
forces.
3. A typical workweek is __40_____ hours. 131
4. According to the US Department of labor, how much do Computer support specialists earn? Earn?
59,660 per year $28.68 per hour
5. What type of Health occupations are offered in technical training programs? nurses, dental assistants,
medical technicians, physical therapy assistants?
6. How many students are enrolled in technical education in the United States? 12.3 million
7. Junior and Community college programs usually last ___2____ years? 133
8. This school combines coursework with work-based experiences such as internships, apprenticeships,
pre-apprenticeships, and job shadowing.
Vocational School
9. According to the US Department of labor, how much do Electrician earn? (use this website:
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$60,240 per year $28.96 per hour
10. What is an apprenticeship? What organizations often recruit and place apprentices? An
apprenticeship is an opportunity to learn a trade on the job while also learning in class.
11. List the typical qualifications for an apprenticeship? Most apprenticeship programs require that
applicants be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or a passing score on the high
school equivalency exam.
12. What is Job Shadowing? Job shadowing can lead to a good job if you’re interested in a field and
know someone you respect in that field.
13. List some advantages of an internship.
An internship gives you real-life experience that can help you decide whether a particular career path is
right for you. In addition, an internship can: Boost your self-esteem Give you references, give you the
chance to meet a mentor, a life coach who guides, advises, and advocates for you
in your individual life path, help you grow and learn your true interests and talents.
14. What are two good reasons for completing a course of study in higher education (post-secondary
education)? The difference between what you can earn with a college degree and what you can earn
with just a high school diploma is substantial. If you don’t complete high school, your earning
potential is even less. Whatever you do in life, your career opportunities will be greater if you get a
college degree.
15. What is the difference between white collar and blue-collar jobs? White-collar workers tend to work
in air-conditioned settings. They have conveniences ranging from computers to on-site childcare.
They often have consistent work hours. Blue-collar jobs are more likely to be outdoors, as with
construction jobs. They may be in dangerous locations (for example, in mining). Blue-collar workers
are also often in factories, warehouses, or driving vehicles.
16. What education is required for a cosmetologist? A certificate or two-year degree
17. What is a good option if your academics aren’t good enough for a college or university? Students who
aren’t able to enroll in a college or university because of their academic record, limited finances, or
distance from such an institution, can enroll at a junior or community college and earn credits that
they can apply toward a degree at a four- year college.
18. What is Graduate School? Graduate school is formal education after you graduate from college,
which will give you in-depth knowledge about your specific career area.
19. By 2031, what percentage of jobs will require a bachelor's degree? By 2031 about 72% of jobs will
require some kind of postsecondary education.
20. What is the difference between a college and a university? A college is a smaller institution that offers
undergraduate degrees, while a university offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Universities are typically larger in size and offer more courses and programs than colleges. Colleges
are more focused on hands-on learning, while universities provide more theoretical study.
