Occupational Outlook Handbook

For John, BLUF:  Often young people don't know what to do with their lives.  The Federal Government has some tools to help illuminate the path.  This is one of them.  Nothing to see here; just move along.

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Occupational Outlook Handbook

This Federal Government website has a list of occupations, with information of interest for people considering entering the occupational field.

• How much does the job pay?
• Needed Education.
• Work experience needed.
• On the Job Training (OJT).
• Number of jobs out there.
• Job prospects in the future.

These are all important questions for young people, in high school and college, looking for their future career.

Here is a typical table:

Quick Facts:	Accountants and Auditors
2018 Median Pay	$70,500 per year $33.89 per hour
Typical Entry-Level Education	Bachelor's degree
Work Experience in a Related Occupation	None
On-the-job Training	None
Number of Jobs, 2018	1,424,000
Job Outlook, 2018-28	6% (As fast as average)
Employment Change, 2018-28	90,700

The web page has a search feature in the upper right hand corner to allow for looking at various careers.

Parents and Grandparents, talk to the students in your lives.

Regards  —  Cliff