Career Voyages helps people learn about the
high growth industries where many opportunities await them,
and employers find the skilled workers they need to keep our
country strong and competitive."
The new web site features detailed information
about the fastest growing industries and occupations, the
skills and education required to prepare for them, job openings
by area, and wages, licensing requirements and growth rates
for numerous occupations.
Although some career paths described on the
web site require a four-year degree, Career Voyages expands
post-secondary opportunities to include on-the-job training,
apprenticeship programs for skilled trades, and two-year professional
degree programs at community colleges that lead to promising
careers.
"This groundbreaking web site helps
'bridge the gap' between education and employment skills,"
said Emily Stover DeRocco, assistant secretary of labor for
employment and training. "As the 21st century economy
unfolds, education and workforce training must coalesce to
provide a continuum of opportunity for America's youth and
transitioning workers to prepare for good jobs at good wages
with career pathways."
This web site is the result of a collaboration
between the U.S.
Department of Labor and the U.S.
Department of Education. It is designed to provide information
on high growth, high demand occupations along with the skills
and education needed to attain those jobs.
Our Vision
- To inform you of occupations experiencing significant
growth and for which there are an increasing number of job
openings.
- To make you aware of the skills and education required
for these occupations and to let you know of the available
job openings in your area.
- To inform you of training and education that is available
to prepare you for these occupations and to help you advance
in a career path toward a brighter future.
- To direct you to potential sources of financial support
that can help pay for needed training or education.
Our Audience
This web site is designed to provide value
to all Americans, but especially targets four groups:
- Students - If you're a young person who
is either still in high school or who has graduated and
is looking for a promising career with a bright future.
- Career Changers - If you're facing a
career change and are looking to find a better job in a
growing field.
- Parents - If you're a parent trying to
help your son or daughter make good career and/or educational
choices.
- Career Advisors - If you're a career
counselor or educator who assists others with identifying
occupational opportunities and preparing for them.
