Careers

	We often hear the advice to "Stay in school." REASONS    TO STAY     IN SCHOOL More education equals more pay and less chance of unemployment. Earnings go up with every year of school completed and get an extra boost when a degree program is completed. Education pays off because better educated workers learn tasks more easily and are usually more organized. Remember that differences in earnings can occur within academic disciplines and that the occupation you choose will make a definite difference in your earning capacity.

	Educational Attainment Average Annual Salary Unemployment Rate Not a High School Graduate $22,400 9.2% High School Graduate $29,200 5.3% Some College no degree $34,300 4.8% Associate's Degree $36,400 4.0% Bachelor's Degree $47,000 3.1% Master's Degree $56,600 2.8%

	Ten Most Wanted Skills   Analytical Thinking: The ability to generate and weigh a number of alternative solutions and to make a sound decision regarding a plan of action. Researching: The ability to search for needed data and to use references to obtain appropriate information. Organizing: The ability to arrange systems and routines to maintain order. Speaking:  The ability to express oneself fluently and intelligently. Writing: The ability to use proper spelling and grammar to express ideas. Human Relations and Interpersonal: The ability to relate well to persons from varied backgrounds. Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning: An understanding of the basic concepts and principles of mathematical and scientific processes. Ethical Applications: The ability to apply moral standards and appreciate values in the work setting. Understanding of Technology: The ability to apply basic principles of technology, including keyboarding and data manipulation. Career Planning: The cultivation of a personal sense of direction and desire for improvement, including a willingness to learn