Career Paths
Explore career fields before you choose
Each guide explains what the work is like, common entry-level roles, useful skills, training options and where careers often lead. These are educational overviews, not job listings.
Healthcare & Community Services
Roles that care for people's health and well-being, from patient support and medical offices to community health and social services.
Roles covered: Nursing assistant, Medical assistant, Pharmacy technician and more
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Technology & Digital Careers
Roles that build, support and protect the computers, networks, software and digital content people use every day.
Roles covered: IT support specialist, Web developer, Network technician and more
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Business & Administration
Roles that keep organizations organized, from office support and bookkeeping to human resources and operations.
Roles covered: Administrative assistant, Receptionist, Bookkeeping clerk and more
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Customer Service
Roles that help customers by phone, chat, email and in person, found in retail, utilities, healthcare, travel, technology and more.
Roles covered: Customer service representative, Retail sales associate, Call center agent and more
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Skilled Trades
Hands-on careers that build, install, maintain and repair the structures, systems and machines people rely on.
Roles covered: Electrician, Plumber, HVAC technician and more
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Education & Training
Roles that help people learn, from early childhood and classroom support to tutoring, coaching and workplace training.
Roles covered: Teacher assistant, Childcare worker, Preschool teacher and more
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Our step-by-step guide shows how to use free public tools to narrow down options and test them before committing.