Career Pathways

Current Ferris Student. . .

What If I Don't Know What I Want As A Career?

Help from Ferris State University:

NATIONALLY, THERE ARE SOME CAREER MEGA-SITES TO EXPLORE:

  • O*Net Online
    This site connects you to the occupational informational network

  • Occupational Outlook Handbook
    This is the Granddaddy of all career sources, containing nationwide information on a wide variety of careers and occupations with a variety of educational requirements. Each profile lists what workers do on the job, working conditions, training and education needed, earnings, and expected job prospects. The OOH is revised every two years by the U.S. Department of Labor.

  • The Occupational Outlook Quarterly Online
    This site contains up-to-date articles about new and emerging careers, trends, scholarships, and educational and training requirements. Published four times a year.

  • Career Guide To Industries
    This site publishes information similar to the OOH, but does so by Industry. Discusses more than 42 industries, accounting for seven out of every 10 wage and salary jobs in the year 2000. Revised every two years.

  • America's Career INFONET
    This Web site states "Smart career decisions start here." It contains lots of career information and resources for you.

  • National Career Development Association
    This site offers additional resources and information to assist in career planning.

  • Salary.com
    This site provides listings of salaries in multiple localities throughout the country by career area.

  • My Dream Explorer
    This site is maintained by the Michigan Virtual University to help students navigate their way to a meaningful career.

Contact the Educational and Career Counseling Center * 231-591-3057