Career Research
Labor Market Tools
100

Entry Requirements -These are often required for entry-level positions and validate a candidate's specialized skills or knowledge.


What are certifications?

100

This division provides job demand forecasts, wage data, and occupational guides to support data-driven career decisions.

What is the EDD Labor Market Information Division (LMID)?

200

Wages and Job Outlook - These are the average earnings you can expect when starting in a new field.


These are the average earnings you can expect when starting in a new field.


200

These programs align with labor market needs and often offer pathways to transfer to four-year universities.




What are associate degree programs?

300

Career Progression - This involves identifying roles you can advance into, the required skills, and timelines for promotion.


What is career progression?

300

This worksheet is used to record job details, required skills, salary, and education requirements.


What is the Career Research Worksheet?

400

Job Availability - If opportunities are limited locally, researching this can help you consider relocation or remote work.

What is national job availability?

400

This local resource provides resume help, career counseling, and training programs to boost employability.

What is a One-Stop Career Center?

500

Research Tools -This online tool is recommended for gathering detailed career information, such as skills and job outlook.

What is ONET?

500

This ongoing process involves revising your career strategy based on new insights and opportunities.


What is updating your career plan?