Educational and licensing requirements differ for the careers within a particular field or industry, as do job duties and salaries. When you know what field you want to work in, but aren't sure which career within it to choose, use these comparisons to help you decide.
Administrative Jobs
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Human Resources Assistant, Library Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Secretary, Medical Transcriptionist, Paralegal
Careers Working With Animals
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Veterinarian, Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant, Animal Trainer and Groomer
Art Careers
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Animator, Desktop Publisher, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Photographer
Communications and Media Careers
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Broadcast Technician, News Anchor, Photographer, Public Relations Specialist, Reporter, Translator or Interpreter, Writer, Editor
Computer Science Careers
Computer and Information Systems Manager, Computer Systems Analyst, Computer Software Engineer, Computer Hardware Engineer, Computer Programmer, Computer Support Specialist, Network Systems Analyst, Web Developer, Web Master
Construction Careers
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Boilermaker, Carpenter, Electrician, HVAC Technician and Construction Project Manager
Criminal Justice Careers
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Attorney, Forensic Psychologist, Forensic Scientist, Special Agent
Careers in Dentistry
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Dentist, Dental Hygienist, Dental Assistant and Dental Technician
Education Careers
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Coach, Fitness Trainer, Health Educator, Librarian, Principal, Self-Enrichment Teacher, Elementary and Secondary Education Teacher
Careers in Engineering
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Engineer and Engineering Technician
