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Job Description:As a pilot, you will fly aircraft used to transport people and cargo. Somepilots will teach people how to fly airplanes. Others may fly airplanesused for skydiving or spraying crops. You will have to be able to read andunderstand the various equipment used on the plane. You may work withothers in teaching or flying with them. You will also have to write

reports to be delivered to the FAA.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this job you must be highly skilled in working with equipment. You will have to watch dials anddisplays, understand what they mean, and act accordingly. You will also need to be able to listento others and know when to ask questions or request help. You will have to solve many diverseproblems, whether in the air or on the ground.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?

Pilots must have a high school diploma and either an associate or bachelors degree. This is 2-5years of additional schooling after high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a pilot often will make about $58,470-$77,580 a year; however,throughout the United States the average pilot will make $65,840-$106,240 a year. This wouldbe an average monthly salary of $10,359.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?

Most pilots will work for specific commercial airlines or in the private industry.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a pilot, you will be required to wear a uniform and work indoors most of the time. You willhave to be very exact and precise in the work that you do. You may have to work nights,weekends, and even holidays. You will work an average of 75 hours a month and will often beaway from home for long periods of time.


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Job Description:Your primary responsibility as an automobile mechanic is to keep carsand light trucks running well. At times you will be fixing cars ortrucks that have broken down or been in an accident. You will also betalking with customers, explaining what has happened to theirvehicles and what will need to be done to fix it. You will also be

checking the fluid levels in the vehicles and test drive the vehicles that you work on to ensurethat they are working correctly.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?Most of all, you will need the ability to understand how vehicles work and what each part insidedoes. You will need visual-spatial skills, as you will need to imagine where the parts go and howthey all fit together correctly as you take them out to repair them and then replace them in thecorrect positions. You will also need to know how to work several pieces of equipment in yourtrade, and you will need communication skills as you will be working with the customers.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?After graduation from high school, you need to enroll in a certification program to earn acertified license to work on automobiles. This may take up to two years of education. Some highschools offer the certification program while you are still in high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah an automobile mechanic can earn up to $37,000 a year. In the UnitedStates as a whole, the average automobile worker can earn up to $35,420 a year. This would

average out to about $3,017 a month.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most auto mechanics work for auto dealerships or auto repair shops. Others work for auto andhome supply stores and gas and service stations. Some branch out and run their own businesses.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will often be working alone, and when working with others often meansworking with customers. You will often wear protective gear to protect yourself from flying

objects and other hazards where you will be working. You will work at least 40 hours a week,including evenings and weekends. You will be doing a lot of physical work, so you should bephysically fit.


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Job Description:As a bank teller, you will be helping customers with their banking needs.This may involve cashing checks, checking for correct signatures, lookingup a customers accounts, taking deposits and payments, using computers,printing receipts and balancing checks and the cash in the drawer that youare working with at the end of each day.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?As a bank teller, math skills and communication skills will be critical to your success. You willneed the ability to compute math problems quickly and correctly. You may also use these skillsto solve problems that come up in dealing with the money you are working with. Also, you mustalways consider who you are working with, as each customer is different in his/her needs andpersonality.


To become a bank teller, you will need to have a high school diploma. Some banks may evenrequire some college education. This will require on-the-job training, which can take about onemonth of your time.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a bank teller can make around $23,030 a year and in the U.S. as a wholethey will often make $23,980 a year. This will average out to $1,958 a month for your income.


Most bank tellers will work with established banking institutions or credit unions.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will work indoors and on your feet most of the time. You must be exact ineverything you do. Every penny must be accounted for at the end of the day. You will spendmost of your time working with the public, so your social skills will be critical. Some bank tellerswill only work part time while others will work full time. You may be required to work days,evenings or weekends.


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Job Description:As a bus driver, you will be responsible for driving the vehicle that pickspeople up at various stops and then drops them off at a differentlocation. Some charter bus drivers will take people on trips betweencities. You will be responsible for checking the vehicle for generalmaintenance concerns. You will also be expected to follow a schedule and

the laws of driving in your state or city.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?As a bus driver, you will definitely need the ability for driving safely. You will have to get aspecial drivers license that says you can operate a vehicle of that size. You will also need to beable to read and understand the equipment, including dials within the bus itself. You will needgood communication skills, as you will be working with the public on a continual basis.


Aside from getting the special drivers license, you will also need some on-the-job training. Thiscan be expected to take 2-3 months after high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, bus drivers will make around $30,830 a year. In the U.S. as a whole, a busdriver can make up to $34,180 a year. This would average out to about $2,708 a month.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most bus drivers will work for the city bus system, long-distance bus companies, or charter bus

companies.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation, you are mostly working with the public and are often responsible for theirsafety as well as your own. You will be required to wear s special uniform and sit most of thetime. Some bus drivers will work part time others will work full time. Sometimes you will beasked to work evenings and weekends, and some drivers will work two short shifts in one day.


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Job Description:Chefs and dinner cooks measure, mix and cook food according torecipes. They may cook food for restaurants, hotels, hospitals orschools. Chefs are generally more skilled and better trained thanother cooks. You may have to plan/create the menus you will use. Youwill need to decide how much food you will need to prepare. You will

need to work with kitchen/food preparation equipment. You may alsohave to oversee the work of other cooks who work with you.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation, you will need basic math skills as you will be measuring and working withcombinations of foods or ingredients to create foods. You will also need good communicationskills as you will be working with other cooks to prepare the food and other kitchen workers aswell. Creativity will be an asset in this occupation, as you will be trying to create or plan menusto serve the customers where you work.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a successful chef you will need to be trained at a specialized school of culinary arts,which may take about two years of education beyond high school. To be a dinner cook, you willneed cooking experience and on-the-job training for about one year to become successful. Bothwill require high school diplomas.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, you could make around $30,945 a year and in the U.S. as a whole around

$31,130 a year. This would average out to about $2,586 a month.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most chefs will work with restaurants, and dinner cooks will either work in restaurants orschools. Some may also work at hotels or nursing homes and residential facilities.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will be working with others in a busy environment that will require you tobe on your feet and work quickly. In this field you do run the risk of getting cut or burned. You

will have to know how to work efficiently with kitchen and food preparationequipment. Some cooks will work part time while other will work full time.Your may have to work mornings, days, nights, weekends and even holidays.


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Job Description:The main responsibility for child care workers is for them toteach young children in daycare programs. Teach them aboutcolors, shapes, numbers and phonics. As a child care worker,

your daily duties may vary depending on where you work. Youmay be reading to the children or teaching them songs and how

to paint or draw. You will also be responsible for the safety andcare of the children you are working with.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation you must have a real desire to work with young children and be willing to bepatient with them, as they are still learning and growing. You will need excellent communicationskills, as you will not only need to communicate well with adults (parents, co-workers, etc.) butalso the children with whom you will be working. You must also be willing to work with anddemonstrate how to do various things on a level that small children will understand.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Most day care centers will hire you after you have graduated from high school and then proceedto train you on the job; this training my last anywhere from 1-6 months.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, many child care workers will make around $17,840 a year. Outside of Utaha child care worker may make $19,240 a year. This would equal around $1,545 for a monthlysalary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Many child care workers will work for established daycare centers or nursery schools. Othersmay work for recreation programs and families, or run their own business.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will be working with other people most of the time. You will be workingmostly indoors, with occasional times outdoors depending on the activity being done and theweather. You must be observant and watch the children in your care at all times. You will be

standing and sitting, depending on the activity in which you are participating. Remember, mostof all you will be working with young children and their parents; be prepared for the inevitabledifficult times.


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Job Description:As a computer programmer, you write and test the instructions that telcomputers how to do what they do. You may also write out charts orinstructions for others to follow when working with computers. You maybe working to update, fix or expand current programs already availablefor computer usage. You will also be required to keep records and write

reports on all that you do.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?Communication is key in this occupation! You must be able to clearly explain to others what youare doing and how they can do it as well. You must be able to not only speak clearly, but writeclearly. You must also be able to use logic to solve the various problems that may come your way.You must have a firm knowledge of math concepts and computer languages that are used inprogramming.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a computer programmer, you will have to have a bachelors degree in computerscience which can take 4-5 years of education beyond high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a computer programmer often will make about $69,730 a year; however, inthe United States as a whole the average computer programmer will make $70,940 a year. Thiswould work out to be an average monthly salary of $5,861.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Computer and data processing companies are the largest hirers of computer programmers;however, some choose to work for wholesale trade companies or even run their own privatebusiness.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?Typically, computer programmers work alone or in groups with other programmers. Everything

you do must be exact, as errors could cause serious problems and cost money. Most of the timeyou will be sitting at a desk in front of a computer, using your fingers, hands and wrists to work.

Most computer programmers have flexible working schedules that allow for personal time;however, they often will work nights and weekends.


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Job Description:Construction managers plan and direct the work on construction projects.These projects can be buildings, dams, bridges or roads. You will be in chargeof the schedule that everyone must keep in order to complete projects on time.You will also be responsible for the quality of the work that the construction

workers do, as well as workers safety on the job sites.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?Communication skills will be necessary on this job, as you will be responsible for working withconstruction workers, suppliers and clients as you explain and complete various projects. You willalso need to be able to write reports and keep records of what is being done on theconstruction sites you are in charge of.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a construction manager, you will need to have a least a bachelors degree, which

means 4-5 years of additional education beyond high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a construction manager usually would make $73,560 yearly, whereas in theUnited States as a whole an average construction manager makes $82,330 yearly. This wouldequal about $6,495 as a monthly salary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most construction managers will work for contractors and construction management companies.

A few may run their own companies.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?Construction managers are required to oversee others work. You must be willing to inspectothers work and work with them until the projects are done correctly. You will usually workmore than 40 hours a week, with nights and weekends often included. Generally you are on call24 hours a day while big projects are being done. You may also travel to various constructionsites and be away from home for long periods of time.


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Job Description:As a dentist, you will be examining patients teeth and mouths and fixingproblems inside of their mouths. You may take x-rays, fill cavities,straighten teeth, treat gum diseases, pull teeth and prepare dentures.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?

You will need a wide range of knowledge that includes math and science, as you will be workingwith chemicals and mixing mixtures together to form compounds used in dentistry. You will alsohave to have a working knowledge of tooth and gum diseases. You will need to know whatequipment to use when, and how to use each piece of equipment involved in dentistry. You willneed social skills as you work with patients and explain to them what care their mouths mayneed. You may also hire and manage staff members who will work with you in your dental offices.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a dentist, you will need to have specialized training with advanced degrees. It will

take 6-8 years after high school to complete this type of education.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?Nationally, the average dentist will make around $136,960 per year. That would be a monthlysalary of around $11,413.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most dentists work in private dental offices or in dental groups. Some, however, may choose towork in a hospital or in dental research.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?To become a dentist, you must be prepared to work with people and have good social skills, as

you will work with difficult people at times. You will often wear a uniform or specialized gear toprotect you when working in peoples mouths. You will be working most often from a seatedposition with the necessary dental tools/equipment. Generally, dentists work 40 hours a week,but may work some nights or weekends as patients needs arise.


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Job Description:As an elementary school teacher, your primary responsibility is toteach children a number of different subjects throughout the schoolday. You will need to create lesson plans and teach the differentsubjects to whatever age of children you are assigned to teach. Youwill have to grade tests, school work, and homework. You will need to

keep records of students growth, work, and attendance, as well aswork that you may do with parents/guardians.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation, your ability to communicate with students and parents/guardians will becritical to your success. You will need to clearly speak and help them understand what it is youare trying to do as you work with them. You may be working with classes full of students, smallgroups of students, or individual students to achieve your goals. You will need a caring nature, awillingness to listen to others problems, a willingness to help others in need, and the patience to

work with children. You will also need good writing skills, as you will also do a lot of paperwork.You will need creativity as you plan your lessons and ways to teach the different subjects.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?As an elementary school teacher, you will need to obtain a bachelors degree in the field ofeducation, which will take an additional 4-5 years of college education.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah you could make around $44,700 a year, and in the U.S. as a whole around


Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most elementary school teachers will work for private or public schools.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will be working with students and parents most of the time. You will beworking indoors. You will spend about equal amounts of time sitting and standing. You will work40 hours a week. Most of the time you will need to work weekends and evenings. You must be

careful in your work with what you say to the students and parents, and in writing up yourreports. Some teachers choose to work part time and others full time. You will work nine monthsof the year on average, and use your summers to prepare and attend conferences to be readyfor the next year.


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Job Description:In this occupation you will be helping to raise crops or animals to be soldfor use by other people. Some workers work with food crops such as grains,fruits, nuts or vegetables. Others will work with animals such as cattle,chickens or turkeys. You would be expected to use farm equipment to plow,plant and harvest crops. You might also be expected to feed, water, groom

and care for the livestock or poultry. Possibly you will also be cleaning upbarns, stable or pens of the animals. You might be involved in inspecting andgrading products that will be sent on to market. Another thing you might do in this job is fix ormaintain farm equipment, fences, or buildings as needed.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?You will need to understand the workings of a farm and its machinery, including how to work andrepair the equipment being used and how to determine which piece of equipment is best forwhat job that needs to be done. You must be physically fit to accomplish most of the work

required, and be able to be outdoors most of the time.What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Most farmers or ranchers would prefer to hire someone with a high school diploma; however,they might hire other people as part-time workers while they are still going to school. Thetraining comes on the job for most of the work. This on-the-job training will take anywherefrom a few weeks to a few months.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?

In the United States, you might expect to earn between $8.91-$11.28 per hour depending uponyour experience and abilities. This would equal around $18,540-$23,460 a year for your salary,and would work out to an average of $1,750 for a monthly salary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most farm or ranch workers work for commercial farms, but others may work for agriculturalworker supply services or agriculture research areas.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?Most of the time you will be working alone in the outdoors. You must be prepared to possibly geta cut, bite, or sting, or even be burned on the job. You may become sick due to the items youwork with (pesticides or chemicals). You must be sure that they job is being done correctly. Youmust be physically strong and active. You may work part time or full time, but hours will oftenlonger during harvest season. Most workers will work six days a week.


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Job Description:As a fashion designer you will be responsible for designing clothes,shoes and handbags to be made and sold to the public. You will have tobe willing to work with managers or clients regarding design ideas.You will be drawing rough sketches and patterns on paper and fabric;using tools to measure, cut, and sew; and possibly even directing

other workers to cut patterns and sew samples or finished clothing.You may use computers to create and save sketches or drawings.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this job you will need the ability to work with designs and patterns and see how their partsfit together. You will have to solve problems and be creative. You will have to be able to think ofnew or unusual ideas to sell the products that you design. You will also need to be able to usecomputers and other equipment in this field.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Fashion designers will often take clothing design or textile classes, or even computer classes, inhigh school. After high school you will need to get an associates degree, which will take up totwo years of study.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a fashion designer will often make about $35,540 a year; however, in theUnited States as a whole the average fashion designer will make $64,260 a year. This wouldwork out to be an average monthly salary of $4,158.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most fashion designers will work at retail stores or wholesale firms, while others will run theirown businesses.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a fashion designer, you will often deal with customers or manage, coach or train others onhow to realize your ideas. Most often you will be working indoors. In this occupation you must beexact with your ideas and with putting them together, as your creations will determine your

ability to do this job well. Often you will work more than 40 hours a week, as you need to meetmany different deadlines. Traveling may also be a part of your job description.


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Job Description:As a fire fighter you will be rescuing people in danger and putting outfires. There are two types of fire fighters: forest fire fighters and cityfire fighters. Forest fire fighters only work in the forests andgrasslands. City fire fighters work everywhere else. As a fire fighter,

you may be required to drive a fire engine or truck. You will work with a

team to put out fires or resolve dangerous situations. You will often use your first aid ormedical knowledge to save lives. You may also use a variety of equipment as you put out the firesor rescue people.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this job you will need the ability to keep calm in dangerous situations. You will be required tothink through and solve problems while the world around you is in chaos. You will need to knowwhen and how to use a variety of equipment. You will have to have excellent hearing to hearwhat others are saying to you when there is noise in the background. You will also need to speak

clearly when communicating with other people.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Most governments will require a high school diploma and some additional training to become afire fighter. Most fire fighters must complete an EMT course of study before they can work.Also, it is becoming more common now to hire fire fighters who have bachelors degrees.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a fire fighter will often make about $30,360 a year; however, in the

United States as a whole the average fire fighter will make $45,050 a year. This would workout to an average monthly salary of $4,407.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most fire fighters work for the government, whether it is the federal government or a state orlocal fire department.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a fire fighter you will be required to wear a special uniform and additional special gear as you

work near fires. The risk for being harmed in this job is great. Most fire fighters often get cut,bruised, or even burned. You must be physically active to meet the requirements of this job, andwill often work out when you are not out working in the field. You will work evenings andweekends.


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Job Description:As a food scientist you will conduct research to develop new foodproducts that are healthy, safe, and visually appealing. You will needto study different food contents, quality of foods, food substitutes,and food sources. Testing new products will also be a part of your job.You may consult with others concerning various problems that come up

with your research. Recordkeeping will be a big part of what you do sothat your products can be duplicated. Inspection of food preparationareas may also be a part of your job.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this job you will need the ability to use scientific principles and math to work through logicproblems, as well as a strong knowledge of food content and what people like. You must be ableto read and write well. Knowledge of the quickest way to do research on a variety of topicsrelated to food would be very helpful on this job.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Food scientists need to hold a bachelors degree, which will take 4-5 years of college education.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a food scientist will often make about $55,690 a year; however, in theUnited States as a whole the average food scientist will make $59,630 a year. This would workout to an average monthly salary of $4,805.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most food scientists will work for the government or for agricultural and food companies. Somemay work for research and testing services.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will often work alone and indoors, usually 40 hours a week. In this job youmust always be exact in all that you do, as your experiments must be able to be duplicated. Youmay be asked to travel to see a variety of food processing plants or other food-relatedindustries. Be prepared to spend a lot of time sitting while researching or conducting

experiments.


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Job Description:Forensic science technicians use biology, chemistry, and othersciences to solve crimes and help figure out what happened atcrime scenes. They use a variety of tools to collect and storephysical evidence, and they run a variety of tests on theevidence to gain more knowledge. They often have to do

substantial research to find the answers they are searching for.They may talk with other experts to gain knowledge orexperience. They are also required to write up reports and

testify in court about the evidence and lab tests they conducted.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation you will need math and science skills, as you will be working with all types ofsciences and using math as you calculate information and run lab tests on the evidence gatheredYou will need great problem-solving skills as you look at the pieces of the forensic puzzle and

try to put it all together in a way that makes sense. You will also need communication skills asyou will be writing reports and testifying in court.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a successful forensic science technician, you will need to have a high school diplomaand a bachelors degree from a college, which may take 4-5 years of education after high school

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah you could make around $43,300 a year, and in the U.S. as a whole around


Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most forensic science technicians will work for federal, state and local law enforcementagencies.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation often you will work alone as you research or conduct experiments on theevidence collected. You may be working indoors or outdoors. You will often be wearing clothing

and gear to protect you. You will spend about equal amounts of time sitting and standing. You willwork about 40 hours a week, but may be on call at other times to collect evidence from crimescenes. You will also need to communicate clearly with the people withwhom you will be working.


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Job Description:General construction workers will carry out semi-skilled tasks at variousconstruction sites. They may be loading or unloading material for theconstruction site, or measuring or marking areas where work will bedone. You may be asked to measure and mix ingredients for creatingconcrete or cement to be used on the job site.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation you will need basic math skills to help you when measuring. You will need theknowledge and ability to work the various hand tools and equipment required for the jobs youmay be asked to perform. You will also need some social skills, as you will be working with otherconstruction workers and often a construction supervisor.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Most construction companies like to hire high school graduates; however, some may hire part-

time summer help from students who are trying to earn money while going to school. To do thisjob you will need some on-the-job training, which may take up to one year.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, most general construction workers make around $26,110, a year while inthe U.S. as a whole you may make around $29,150 a year. This would average out to about$2,302 per month.


Most general construction workers work for heavy construction firms or companies, but otherswork for non-residential building construction companies. Still others will work for highway andstreet construction firms or concrete work firms.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you may or may not work alone; it will depend upon the job you are doing.Most often, you will be working outdoors. You will often be working with equipment that requires

you to be cautious of your personal safety. This job requires a lot of physical stamina and theability to do hard labor at times. You must also be careful when workingnot only for safety

reasons, but also to have the job turn out right.


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Job Description:As a graphic designer you will create artwork to meet your clientsneeds. Your artwork will be used in newspapers, magazines, ontelevision, in movies and on the Internet. You will need to talk with

your clients about the designs they want, and make sketches orcreate animations or storyboards for them. You will need to decide on

arrangements and sizes of images and make layouts for the printers.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this job you must be extremely creative. You must be able to think outside of the box attimes in order to solve problems that you might encounter. You will need to have knowledge ofthe technology and equipment you will be using to create your graphics. You will also needcommunication skills, as you will be working with clients to meet their needs.


Graphic designers will need a bachelors degree, which will take 4-5 years post high schooleducation.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a graphic designer will make about $41,350 a year; across the UnitedStates, the average graphic designer will make $43,180 a year. This would work out to anaverage monthly salary of $3,522.


Most graphic designers will work for advertising agencies or at design and commercial art firms.However, you may choose to work at a printing or publishing company or run your own business.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a graphic designer, you can plan on spending most of your time working alone or in a smallgroup preparing the designs for your clients. You will spend some time working with clientsthough as you learn what they want and discuss ideas with them. You must be able to determinedifferences in color, texture, shade, and brightness, and see objects from far away. You willoften work more than 40 hours a week to meet your deadlines. You may also choose to work full

time or part time.


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Job Description:As an animator or multi-media artist you will be creating themoving images you see in movies and on video games. Computersand technology are an important part of your occupation, as

you will be required to think up, draw plans for, and create thegraphics and cartoons needed by your clients. You will also be

working with objects that are multi-dimensional or digital innature.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this job you will need the ability to use computers and other technology to create your artand do well in this occupation. You will also need the skill of communication both verbally and inwritten format, as you will need to work with clients and supervisors. You will often have tomanage your own and others time spent on projects, as you may work in groups or on teams.Reading comprehension will also be a skill needed to perform this job well.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Animators and multi-media artists are strongly encouraged to get a bachelors degree, whichcan take up to 4-5 years of a college education, followed by some on-the-job training. But it ismost important to be creative and artistic.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, an animator or multi-media artist will often will make about $44,190 a

year. In the United States, the average animator or multi-media artist will make $58,250 a

year. This would work out to an average monthly salary of $4,268.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most animator or multi-media artists will work for movie and TV production companies oradvertising or computer software companies. A few will run their own businesses.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will generally work 40 hours a week, indoors, often sitting down andworking with computers or other technology. You will use e-mail and the phone to talk with the

people you are working for or with. You must be very accurate in this occupation, and be willingto make decisions that will affect you as well as other co-workers or clients on a weekly basis.


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Job Description:The main responsibility of a hairstylist or cosmetologist is to helpclients look their best. Hairstylists will shampoo, trim, color, perm,and style a clients hair. Cosmetologists can do all of these things,but they also advise clients on what types of and colors of makeupto wear. They can perform facial treatments, give manicures, and

perform hair removal procedures for clients as well.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation you must have great social skills, as you work with the public for your living.You will also need to have good communication skills, as you must explain to the clients what youwill be doing, or explain how different colors, hairstyles, etc. may look on them. You must knowhow to use the tools of your trade effectively to perform your various duties. You will need tobe organized, as you will be scheduling appointments and keeping track of what is done withwhich clients for future reference. You will also need to be a problem solver, as clients may

come to you with various problems and ask for you help to fix them.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?After high school you can be accepted to a specialized school for training in this specific field.The courses generally take up to two years, which will give you a certificate that allows you towork as a hairstylist or cosmetologist.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, many hairstylists/cosmetologists will make around $23,510 a year.

Outside of Utah a hairstylist/cosmetologist may make $23,330 a year. This would equal around$1,951 for a monthly salary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Many hairstylists/cosmetologists will work in established beauty salons or department stores.Some, however, choose to work for themselves and run their own businesses, or lease a boothfrom another shop owner.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?

In this occupation, be prepared to be on your feet a lot. Also be prepared for the possibility ofaccidentally cutting yourself or harming yourself with the chemicals you will be working with.You will be using your hands and shoulders a lot, as you will be moving around and working withcustomers heads most of the time. You will work at least 40 hours a week, and possiblyweekends or evenings, depending on where you work.


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Job Description:The main responsibility for heavy truck drivers is to load andtransport heavy good or merchandise across the country. In thisoccupation you will drive large trucks or tractor-trailers as you move

merchandise from one place to another. You will need to keep logs ofall of your travels and the merchandise you are transporting. You arealso responsible for keeping the truck you drive in good condition.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation you must have the physical ability to load and unload heavy merchandise. Youwill need the ability to work with technology such as two-way radios, equipment for the movingof heavy merchandise, and the instruments inside of a large truck. You will need to have aspecial drivers license for such a large vehicle. Communication skills will be an asset, as you will

be working with others as you transport merchandise to various places across the country.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Most places will hire you after you graduate from high school and then train you on the job.This training may take 1-6 months.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah many heavy truck drivers will make around $39,260 a year. Outside of Utah a childcare worker may make $37,730 a year. This would equal around $3,207 for a monthly salary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Many truck drivers will work for trucking companies or wholesale trade firms. Some may evenwork for airlines or own their own businesses.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you must be prepared to work at least 40 hours a week, including days, evenings andweekends. If you are traveling long distances you may also be away from home for long periods of time.You will spend most of your time sitting, but must always be observant for what is around you on the

road. You must have quick reflexes to respond to emergency situation as needed. You will also be workingwith clients/customers, so be prepared to communicate with them.


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Job Description:As an interior designer you will design, plan and furnish spaces to make themmore pleasant and useful. You will work in homes, building, hotels, boats, planesand even on trains. Most often you will be working with clients who hire you dodesign their space.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?Most interior designers are very creative. They can envision a space and how they want it tolook, and can then go about making in happen. However, interior designers must also have goodcommunication skills, as they will be working with not only their clients but the architects,builders and people who make their visions become a reality. To be an interior designer you mustalso be able to solve problems.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become an interior designer, you will need some specialized training and talent. You will need

at least an associates degree, which will require two years of post-high school education.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, an interior designer usually would make $50,190 yearly, whereas in theUnited States as a whole, on average an interior designer makes $46,180 yearly. This wouldequal about $4,015 monthly salary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most interior designers work with furniture and home furnishing stores; others work with trade

firms or specialized businesses.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?Being an interior designer requires you to be always ready to move around and work with manydifferent people and objects. Most of the time you may be sitting down drafting your ideas, butthen you will get up and move around to make them come to life. You may have to persuadeothers to see the design your way and be willing to take chances on your ideas. You often willhave to work nights or weekends to accommodate your clients schedules.


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Job Description:As a janitor you will be responsible for keeping buildings clean and in good shapeSome janitors specialize in a particular part of their job, such as windowcleaning. You will be responsible for sweeping, mopping, waxing or vacuumingfloors in the building where you work. You may have to mix chemicals to create

cleaning solutions to be used on the job. You may also be responsible for painting, fixing leaky

faucets, pest control, lawn care, and emptying the trash.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?As a janitor you will need to be able to work with different pieces of equipment and withchemicals for cleaning. You will also need to know which chemicals need to be used in a particularsituation. You may need to fix machines, so knowledge of how machines work will be a necessity.You must also be able to recognize problems before others do, so that you can fix them sooner.


As a janitor, you may or may not have a high school diploma. Most places prefer that you do,unless it is just a part-time job to earn money while still in high school. It does require some on-the-job training, which takes about one month to complete.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah a janitor, can make $19,770 a year, and across the U.S. $21,970. Thiswould average out to around $1,739 a month.


Most janitors work for janitorial service firms. Other will work for schools, hotels, and motels.Some will work in hospitals or run their own businesses.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you often work alone and indoors. You will be working with chemicals that canbe dangerous, so you will need to protect yourself. You must be mindful that all of your tasksare completed each day. At times your work may require some physical labor. Some janitorswork part time while others will work full time. Some work weekends or evenings.


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Job Description:As a landscape architect, you are responsible for designing andplanning outdoor space or areas for use and beauty. That is, youdesign ways to use the land that respects the environment whilemaking the best use of that land and creating a sight that ispleasing to look at. You must know about lighting, water flow, soil

and building construction. You will meet with clients and listen towhat they want. Then you will most likely use computers to generate ideas on how to best usethe space provided. You will work with the client for feedback on your ideas, and then make thefinal design decisions with cost estimates for the clients.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation, problem solving is critical. Clients will come to you with problems that theyexpect you to solve. You must be creative and be able to rearrange facts or ideas in order tocreate what the clients wants and what you know to be the best use of the space. You will also

need to have good communication skills as you will be working with clients.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Landscape architects have high school diplomas and at least a bachelors degree. This means 4-5

years of additional education beyond high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a landscape architect will make about $60,590 a year; in the UnitedStates as a whole, landscape architect will make $60,560 a year. This works out to an average

monthly salary of $10,095.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most landscape architects will work for architecture firms or engineering firms; however, youmay choose to work in the government or own your own business.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a landscape architect you will spend most of your time sitting at a computer or working withclients. You will often work more than 40 hours a week. You may also have to work nights and

weekends or travel outside of your local area.


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Job Description:As a lawyer you will be working with clients, informing them of their legalrights and then representing them in a court of law. You may work in realestate, criminal, contract or other areas of law. You may have to study dataand laws or do research before representing your clients.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation, communication is the most important skill you will need. You must be able tospeak clearly and get others to see things your way. You must be able to persuade others tobelieve in what you say.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Lawyers have professional degrees (a masters degree or higher), which requires an additional5-8 years of education beyond high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a lawyer makes about $100,660 a year on average. Across the UnitedStates, the average lawyer makes $113,240 a year. This is an average monthly salary of $8,912.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most lawyers begin by working in law firms or legal services agencies. Some may be hired by thegovernment or work in private law firms.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a lawyer, you will spend most of your time working with people and dealing with theirproblems or situations. You will often work over 50 hours a week. You will also spend a great deaof time sitting, researching or writing down information to help you as you work with clients.Some lawyers may travel to visit clients or defend them.


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Job Description:As librarian you will be required to put out books, CDs, and otheritems in order in a library, and be willing to help people find them. Youwill work in one of four different types of librariespublic, private,special, and school. (Private/special libraries are found in businesses,government offices and law firms.) You will also be working with

computers to store data relating to the materials being checked out and used at the library.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation, communication skills will be critical. You will need to effectively communicatewith the patrons that come into the library and with co-workers as you are sorting books andother materials, getting ready to put them out for use. You will need to be very organized andplan ahead for the specific needs of your library. You will also have to recognize and comparenumbers, letters, or pictures quickly and accurately.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?A librarian must have a masters degree in education or information technology. This will requirean additional 4-6 years of college.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah you could make around $47,680 a year and in the U.S. around $53,710 a

year. This would average out to about $4,224 a month.


Most librarians will work in public/city libraries or school libraries. Some, however, arespecialized enough to work in private or special libraries.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will spend the majority of your time working with people indoors. Most of

your time will be spent sitting and working with a computer. You may choose to work part timeor full time, including some weekends or evenings. As a school librarian you will only work 10months of the year.


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Job Description:Medical assistants help in care of patients. They may givetreatments, conduct lab work or tests, keep office records or begininitial care for patients as they enter the doctors offices. Medicalassistants may also make appointments and take payment forservices, as well as prepare rooms or equipment for patients to use.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?To be a successful medical assistant you will need to have a caring personality. That is, you musttruly care about others and their needs, and want to help them with their problems. You willhave to have strong social skills, as you will be working with all kinds of people, includingchildren. You must be able to gain the trust of the patients and explain clearly to them and thedoctors what needs to happen or what is going to happen. You must also be willing to follow rulesand procedures for the work that you will be asked to perform.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a medical assistant, you will have to complete a certification course to become acertified medical assistant. This may require up to one year of post-high school education.However, some high schools may offer this course while you are still going to school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a medical assistant may make $26,730 a year, and in the U.S. as a whole$28,650 a year. This would average out to $2,307 a month.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most medical assistants work in hospitals, or the offices of doctors or other health careproviders, including optometrists.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation, be prepared to work long hours, including weekends and evenings, and to beon your feet most of the time. You will also be working with the public most of the time, and beindoors. You will often be required to wear some type of uniform for the office in which you willbe working. You will be required to assist the doctor in the care and working with patients. You

may also come in contact with viruses or germs that can cause you to become ill.


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Job Description:As a news reporter, you will be responsible to gather data, write stories, andtell people the news. You may work for a newspaper, radio station or TV station,or you may work on special types of shows that focus on sports or politics. Youmust research you work and be sure you are accurately reporting the news or

information you present to the public. You will be using a computer for most of your work as a

reporter.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation, communication skills will be critical. To effectively communicate with theaudience, you will need to be able to write with correct grammar, spelling and punctuation. Youwill need skills in word processing and other programs that you may use to present your data andstories.


A news reporter must have a bachelors degree in communications, which will require 4-5 yearsof college.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah you could make around $39,650 a year, and in the U.S. as a whole around$42,380 a year. This would average out to about $3,417 a month.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most news reporters work at newspaper agencies or radio/TV stations. Others may work for

magazines and wire services.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will be working both indoors and outdoors. You will need to be observantof everything around you, as you will be reporting what is going on. You may work part time orfull time, day or evening shifts. You will have to deal with deadlines and high expectations in thisfield of work. You may also have to travel as you write and report on your stories.


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Job Description:As a patrol officer you primary responsibility is to keep order andmake sure people obey the laws. You will also be responsible forprotecting people and their property, preventing crimes and stoppingfights. Some officers specialize in one area, such as traffic or gangs.Officers may patrol with a partner or alone. In this occupation you will

need to make quick decisions and render first aid when needed. Youwill also be responsible for keeping records and writing reports.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this job, you must be willing to work with people even when they want to be difficult. Youmust be able to keep yourself calm in situations involving conflict. You must be able tocommunicate well with others, verbally and in writing. You must be able to hear well and beobservant of your surroundings at all times. You must also have the ability to solve problemsusing logic and careful deductive skills.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Patrol officers are strongly encouraged to get a bachelors degree before trying to join theforce. That will require 4-5 years of post-high school education. To become an officer, you willhave to apply to the academy or training program, and once you have been accepted and passedthat course you will complete your training on the job, which will take an additional year to 18months of training.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?

In the state of Utah, a patrol officer makes about $44,950 a year, and in the United States asa whole the average patrol officer makes $53,210 a year. This works out to an average monthlysalary of $4,090.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most patrol officers will work for local, state, or federal law enforcement agencies.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a patrol officer, you will be working with people most of the time. You will often face

difficult situations where you must make decisions that will save your life and thelives of others. You will often work outdoors and will always wear a special uniform.Most patrol officers work full time, as well as nights, weekends and holidays.


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Job Description:As a pharmacist, you dispense drugs to patients from prescriptionsfrom their doctors. You also tell patients about the drugstheir uses,side effects and abilities. You may consult with doctors concerning apatients care with medication. Your knowledge about drugs and theirinteractions is critical to this occupation.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?You will need excellent reading comprehension skills on this job, as you will be doing a lot ofresearch about a variety of drugs. You will also be using a lot of science as you work with thedrugs, and sometimes even combine ingredients to create the drugs prescribed by the doctorsfor patients. Your math skills will be critical, as you must count pills and measure ingredientsvery carefully. Your communication skills must be excellent as well, as you will be explaininginformation to the patients, doctors or even co-workers.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a pharmacist you will need a masters degree or an equivalent professional degree.This will require an additional 4-8 years of education beyond high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah a pharmacist make an average of about $107,240 a year, and in the UnitedStates as a whole the average pilot makes $109,180 a year. This works out to an averagemonthly salary of $9,017.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most pharmacists will either work in a drug store or food store/drug store combination. Somework in hospitals, while others may open their own businesses.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?Typically, most pharmacists spend a majority of their working hours on their feet. They areeither working directly with patients or filling prescriptions for them. You will be required towear a uniform when working, and will often work full time (40 or more hours a week). However,some businesses allow you to work part time. You will sometimes work nights, weekends, and

holidays.


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Job Description:Your primary responsibility as a physical therapist is to help clients/patients ease their pain and increase their strength. You will be workingwith people who have had injuries, accidents, strokes or heart disease.You will be required to work with children, teens, adults, the elderly, oreven athletes at times. On the job you will be reading patients health

records, testing their abilities, and writing our treatment plans. Thenyou will treat the patients according to the plan that was written. Youmay also be required to supervise other staff members in support of these tasks, and use acomputer to keep records of treatment and progress being made by each client/patient.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?Communication skills will be critical for your success on this job. You must be able to explain

yourself clearly to others, listen to them, and answer their questions. You will also have to beable to read and understand information related to the body, muscles, bones, etc. Decision-

making will also be a skill needed for this job, as you will have to make decisions regarding otherpeoples bodies and needs. You will also have to focus on costis the treatment prescribedworth the cost? You will also be required to use science and logic to solve problems and makedecisions. You will need people skills as you work with others.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?You will need to earn a masters degree from an accredited college after graduating from highschool. This means 4-6 years of additional education beyond your high school diploma. In highschool you may want to take classes such as anatomy or physiology, health education,

keyboarding and computer applications. Each of these courses will help you in your collegeeducation.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?Across the United States, a physical therapist will often make $35.81 per hour. This will beabout $74,480 a year, although some states may pay more or less per hour. This means amonthly income of $6,206.


Physical therapists work in a variety of places. Some may work in a hospital or rehabilitationcenter, while others work in doctors offices, clinics, or nursing homes.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will be required to work with people most of the time. You will be incharge of their health and safety while they are in your care. Often you will be required to weara uniform. You will also be on your feet a lot of the time. You may work fullor part time and some evenings and weekends.


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Job Description:As a postal clerk, your primary responsibility is to help the customersand be sure the mail is sorted and paid for correctly. You may work as acounter clerks, who work directly with the customers when they comein to mail packages, receive mail, or purchase stamps; or you may workas a distribution clerk and sort the mail into correct zip code areas for

delivery.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation, communication skills will be critical. You will need to effectively communicatewith the customers who come into the post office, and with co-workers as you are sorting mailto prepare it for delivery. You will also need to use basic math skills as people are purchasingstamps or sending metered mail packages. You will need the ability to recognize and comparenumbers, letters, and pictures quickly and accurately.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To be a postal worker you will first need to graduate from high school, then receive some on-the-job training, which will take about one month.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In both the state of Utah and the U.S. as a whole you could make around $52,530 a year. Thiswould average out to about $4,377 a month.


All postal clerks work for the U.S. Postal Service.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you may work part time or full time, including some nights and weekends. Youwill be working indoors, standing most of the time. You must be exact when working in this jobto ensure that the mail is delivered correctly. Working with the customers is the greatest partof this job. You will need patience as you will work with all kinds of people.


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Job Description:Probation officers work directly with people who have committedcrimes. These people may have been sentenced to probation or mayhave recently been released from prison. Probation officers have manyresponsibilities to these people they work with. They may have to meetwith their families to talk about their needs and problems. They are

responsible to help these people adjust to life outside of prison or onprobation. They must write up reports and establish a plan to helpthem fit back into society. They must hold meetings with the people they work with and followup with them on jobs, classes they are taking, or schools they are attending.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?Communication skills are critical to this job. You must be able to communicate rules,expectations, and ideas to the people you will be working with. You must be able to listen toothers and understand their needs and problems as well. You must also be able to look out

continually for ways to help people.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a probation officer you must have a bachelors degree. That means 4-5 years ofcollege education. However, in high school you could take the following courses that would help

you in this occupation: computers, keyboarding, legal systems, sociology, and a foreign language.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the United States, the current rate of pay for a probation officer is $22.37 per hour or

$46,530 a year. This would work out to about $3,877.50 month for your salary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?This job will require that you work for the state, county, or a federal government agency.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you really have to stay on top of what other people are doing. It takes a lotof patience and good conflict resolution abilities. You will be trying to get a lot of people to dothings that they dont necessarily want to do. Be aware that you may be fighting against the

very people that you are trying to help at times. You will often work at least 40 hours a weekand will be on call 24 hours a day. You may also have to travel to visit the people you are incharge of.


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Job Description:Professional athletes play sports, alone or as part of a team. They play in teamsports such as football, basketball, soccer, and baseball, or in solo sports suchas tennis, golf, rodeo, and horse racing. They must remain physically fit andfollow all of the rules of the sport they participate in.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?To be a professional athlete, you must excel in the skills required by your particular sport. Youmust have physical strength as well as endurance. You must be willing to listen to others,especially your coach, and to follow directions. You must be aware of your surroundings at alltimes to be ready for whatever may happen during your sporting events. You also must be willingto learn new things.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become professional athlete you must excel at a sport. Most professional athletes also

pursue a bachelors degree while getting more practice at their particular sport. This means anadditional 4-5 years of education beyond high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?On average, a professional athlete makes a salary based on his/her experience and abilities; thiscould mean anywhere from $80,000 a year to over 1 million dollars a year. As an estimate, youmight make $100,000 in a month.


Professional athletes are signed by specific sports teams or franchises.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a professional athlete, you will be required to maintain the physical ability to play your sport;therefore, you must spend many hours in a gym or training for that sport. You must be able tokeep active for long periods of time without losing your breath or getting tired. You willprobably be asked to wear a specific uniform that represents your team. You must also maintaina certain public image so as to not bring your team down in the public eye.


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Job Description:As a registered nurse (RN), you will be responsible to care forpatients who are ill or injured. You will also work to promotehealth and help others cope with their illnesses. You will have towrite and manage health care plans for patients. You will alsohave to read lab reports from other medical workers. You often

will get patients ready for exams, x-rays and other medicalprocedures. At times you may render first aid or shots topatients who need these things.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation your ability to communicate with patients and doctors will be critical to yoursuccess. You must be able to explain what is happening to those around you and what may happenas tests are conducted. You will also need to know how to work with the equipment common in adoctors office.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To be a registered nurse, you will have to graduate from high school and then receive at leastan associates degree in the medical field, which could take up to two years.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah you could make around $58,070 a year, and in the U.S. as a whole around$63,750 a year. This would average out to about $5,075 a month.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most registered nurses work in hospitals or doctors offices. Others may work in nursing homesor other personal care facilities, or for home health care services.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will commonly be working indoors with patients who are ill or injured. Youwill often be required to wear some type of uniform or conform to a dress code for the officesin which you work. As you will be working with patients who are ill or injured, you may come incontact with disease or infection yourself. You may work part time or full time while working

nights, weekends and holidays when required to do so. Other times you maybe called into work on short notice due to shortages or patient needs.


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Job Description:Retail salespeople help customers find items that are on sale in the store inwhich they are hired to work. They may also try and convince people topurchase these items. What they are selling depends upon what type of storethey are working for. As a retail salesperson, you may be the person who uses

the cash register to check the customer out with his/her purchase. You may also be marking the

sales prices onto the various items being sold.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?As a retail salesperson, your ability to communicate can make the difference between keeping

your job and losing it. You must be able to speak clearly and explain information to customerswhen asked questions. You will also have to be able to do basic math when figuring out acustomers bill or sales prices for the company. Social skills are an absolute requirement, as youwill be working with the public and will need to persuade them to see things your way, as inpurchasing the items on sale.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Many retail salespeople are hired while still in high school; therefore, the job does not require ahigh school education. However, if you have a high school diploma some companies will pay you ahigher rate.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, most retail salespeople will earn a yearly salary of around $20,520, andoutside of Utah they earn an average of $20,260 a year. This would equal about $1,699 for a

monthly salary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Retail salespeople are hired by department stores, clothing stores, furniture stores, motorvehicle dealers, and any other type of store that sells merchandise.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?As a retail salesperson, you will be standing on your feet during most of your working hours. Youmay choose to work full time or part time, depending on your situation with schooling, etc. You

will be working with the public, so be prepared for the possibility of dealing with difficultpeople and their complaints. You will be required to work evenings or weekends and holidays,depending on the company you are working for.


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Job Description:As a school counselor, you will be working with school-age children to help themlearn about career choices, find jobs, or work through personal problems. Youwill be helping the students determine their interests and to set goals. You willalso be giving them more information about furthering their education to

pursue career goals. You may help students with anger issues and other mental health problems.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation, your ability to communicate with students and parents/guardians will becritical to your success. You will need to speak clearly and help them understand what it is youare trying to do as you work with them. You may be working with classes full of students, smallgroups of students, or individual students to achieve these goals. You will also need a caringnature, a willingness to listen to others problems and help those in need, and the patience towork with adolescents. You will also need good writing skills, as you will be doing a lot ofpaperwork.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To be a school counselor, you will need to obtain a masters degree in the field of socialwork/psychology, which will require 4-6 years of college education.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, you could make around $47,640 a year and in the U.S. as a whole around$52,550 a year. This would average out to about $4,174 a month.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most school counselors work for public schools, colleges, or universities.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will be working with students and parents most of the time. You will beworking indoors and sitting down most of the time. You will work 40 hours a week, but at times

you will need to work weekends or evenings. You must be careful in your work with what you sayto the students and parents, and careful in writing up your reports.


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Job Description:As a surgeon, your primary responsibility is to remove or fix damageto the body from injury or disease. You may repair organs, bloodvessels and other parts of the body. You may also do operations tofind out what disease is in the body and where it is. Some surgeons do

surgery on patients to change the way they look. Many surgeons will specialize on one part of

the body and only work with patients who need help with that part of the body (brain, spinalcord, heart, etc.). Every surgeon has similar duties, which include meeting with patients andgetting their health history, examining patients, ordering lab tests, being sure the operatingroom is sterile, telling other members of the operating team what to do and when to do it,keeping records, taking classes to update their skills and, of course, operating on patients.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?In this occupation you will need to have excellent communication skills. You will need to be ableto read and to comprehend what you are reading. You will need to be able to explain yourself

very clearly to patients. You will need to be able to solve problems and use logic skills todetermine how to best help patients. You will also need to be very observant to see what iswrong and where, and how to help patients with their problems.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?In order to be a surgeon you will have to complete a course of study and receive a bachelorsdegree (4-5 years). Then you will have to be accepted into a medical school and complete thatcourse of study as well as an internship (4-6 years). Once you are a medical doctor, you will need4-6 years of additional education or training to become a specialized surgeon.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?The typical wage for surgeons in the United States is $282,500 per year. This would work outto a monthly income of $23,541.67.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most surgeons work in doctors offices and hospitals, though you may decide to run your ownpractice and work for yourself.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will often be working with other people, whether it is your patients or co-workers. You will often manage other people in their work, especially in the operating room. Youwill be required to wear a uniform. In this profession you will come in contact with disease andinfection, so you must take precautions to protect yourself. You will work at least 40 hours aweek and often be on call for emergencies. If you work in the emergencyroom of a hospital, you may have to work nights and weekends.


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Job Description:Veterinarians treat animals health problems. They also work toprevent and cure diseases in animals. They treat wounds andbroken bones in animals as well as many other injuries. Somemay work in research or inspect meat at processing plants.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?To become a veterinarian you must have a strong background in science, specifically animalscience. You must work well with animals and humans. Problem-solving skills will be needed as youwork with various animals to determine what is wrong with them. You must also be able tocomprehend what you research or read about particular problems in animals.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?To become a veterinarian you must have a professional degree with a medical background. Thatrequires an additional 10 years of education beyond high school.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?In the state of Utah, a veterinarian usually makes about $79,690 yearly, whereas in the UnitedStates as a whole a veterinarian usually would makes an average of $80,510 yearly. This wouldequal about $6,675 as a monthly salary.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most veterinarians work in private practice or with groups of other veterinarians. Some arehired by zoos or ranches to work with their animals.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?Veterinarians often work for 50 hours or more per week, including evenings, nights, andweekends. They are generally on call for emergencies. Often you will be working in situationsthat put you at risk for being bitten, cut, or hurt by the animals you are working with. You mustbe very careful as you work with the animals to ensure their safety and yours.


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Job Description:Your primary responsibility in this job is to serve food and drinksto the customers in the restaurant for which you work. You mayhave to explain some food choices to the customers. You will berequired to write down the customers orders and give these tothe kitchen staff, or enter them into the computer system used.

After serving the food, you will need to watch the customers andoffer assistance as neededrefills of drinks, napkins, etc. You may also need to remove platesor dishes from the tables where the customers are eating and return them to the kitchen areafor washing. At times you will be required to compute the cost of the meals and even takepayments from the customers.

What Skills or Abilities Are Needed for This Occupation?Communication skills are critical in this field of work; both verbal and written skills will berequired. Listening skills will also be important to your success. People skills are greatly in

demand in this job.

What Education or Training Is Required for This Occupation?Most employers prefer to hire people with high school diplomas. However, some restaurants willhire 16-year-olds to be waiters or waitresses while they are still going to high school. This jobwill require some on-the-job training, which usually takes about one month to complete.

How Much Money Does This Occupation Make?Across the United States, food servers make approximately $8.50 per hour plus tips. This will

average out to about $17,690 a year. (However, some places may pay more per hour.) This willalso work out to be about $1,474 a month as your gross monthly income.

Where Would You Work If This Were Your Occupation?Most food servers work for restaurants, coffee shops or bars. However, others work in hotelsor at resorts.

What Are the Typical Working Conditions for This Occupation?In this occupation you will be working with people the whole time you are on shift. Most often

you will work indoors. You will be on your feet most of the time. Often you will be required touse one or two hands to grasp, move, or put objects together. Food servers work either parttime or full time, as well as evenings and weekends. You may even be required to work holidaysor two shorter shifts in one day. Again, communication will be key to yoursuccess in this occupation!

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