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A Guide toCareers and Occupations
in Washington State
JANUARY 2002
WORKFORCE TRAINING AND EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD
http://www.wtb.wa.gov/careerguide
PLAN
FOR TOMORROW
TODAY
Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board
Members
Acknowledgements
Preparing a career guide is much like career exploration itself. Many different publications, agencies, and people have to beconsulted. The staff of the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board would like to recognize those who
made a significant contribution to the development of this edition of Plan for Tomorrow Today.
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
Washington State Occupational Information Coordinating Committee
Washington State Department of Licensing
Washington State Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction
Washington Occupational Information System
For additional copies of this publication, call 360-753-0892
Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board128-10th Avenue S.W. / P.O. Box 43105 / Olympia, WA 98504-3105
(360) 753-5662 / Fax (360) 586-5862http://www.wtb.wa.gov
email: [email protected]
Editor: Marlene Coplen
Layout and Design: Deaun Welch
Technical Assistance:Diane Donahoo • Mark Stewart • `cita Waller
The Washington State Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board complies with all state and federal lawsand does not discriminate or deny services on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap.
This publication was paid for with funds from the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act.This publication is available in alternative formats upon request.
René Ewing , Chair
Rick BenderLabor Representative
Terry BergesonState Superintendentof Public Instruction
Don BrunellBusiness Representative
Geraldine ColemanBusiness Representative
Earl HaleExecutive Director, StateBoard for Communityand Technical Colleges
Gay KieslingLabor Representative
Tony LeeTargeted PopulationsRepresentative
John McGinnisLabor Representative
Sylvia MundyCommissioner, EmploymentSecurity Department
Joseph PinzoneBusiness Representative
Ellen O’Brien SaundersExecutive Director
Participating Officials
VacantLocal Elected OfficialsRepresentative
Dennis BraddockSecretary, State Department ofSocial and Health Services
Welcome to
Plan for Tomorrow Today — A Guide to Careersand Occupations in Washington State
THE CAREER GUIDE IS PRESENTED IN THREE SECTIONS
Section I—Career Searchis a self-assessment tool presented in three files: B-1, B-2, and B-3 (see Table of Contents onfollowing page). B-1 is designed to help you determine your interests and aptitudes, which willhelp you focus on occupations that are right for you. This section also includes information aboutthe Washington Occupational Information System, WILMA, and Consumer Reports providingmore detailed information about occupations and the world of work. Included in section B-2 aredescriptions of more than 330 occupations (arranged in 16 career areas) along with wage dataand employment outlook. Section I B-3 correlates occupations and education and trainingopportunities.
Section II—Education and Training Opportunitiesprovides a description of Washington’s education and training programs and many relatedservices. The location of education and training sites for each occupation is also included.
Section III—Preparing for Employmentoffers suggestions about getting and keeping a job. This section also provides “supportinginformation” about licensing and other state and local agencies that provide employmentassistance.
GETTING STARTED
Deciding what you want to do with your life is not easy. Whether you are looking forward to yourfirst job, going back to work after an absence, or simply interested in finding a different kind ofwork, you will need a general plan and a sense of direction. If you set a general goal and considera variety of options, your chances of finding job satisfaction are much better than if you drift fromone goal to another.
Many people get discouraged, not because they have set unrealistic goals for themselves,but because they haven’t explored all the possibilities to help them reach these goals.
While there are many sources to help you select a career, you must take the responsibilityfor making your own decisions.
PLEASE NOTE
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication.However, the information is subject to change without notice, and final career decisions arethe responsibility of the reader.
CAREER SEARCH
FILE B-1Assessing Interests & Abilities: A self-assessment in seven easy steps...................................................................... 1WOIS — An Information Service for the Undecided ................................................................................................... 10WOIS Codes and Occupations Grouped by Career Areas ......................................................................................... 11Thinking About Job Training After High School (Job Training Results system) ......................................................... 14Nontraditional Employment ......................................................................................................................................... 15Displaced Homemakers & Dislocated Workers .......................................................................................................... 16Career Information on the Internet .............................................................................................................................. 17
FILE B-2Occupations in Washington State – Index of Occupations ........................................................................................ 18How to Use the Table of Occupations ......................................................................................................................... 21
Agriculture & Natural Resources ........................................................................................................................ 23Architecture & Construction ................................................................................................................................ 26Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications ............................................................................................. 31Business & Administration .................................................................................................................................. 36Education & Training ........................................................................................................................................... 40Finance................................................................................................................................................................ 43Government & Public Administration .................................................................................................................. 45Health Science .................................................................................................................................................... 47Hospitality & Tourism .......................................................................................................................................... 55Human Services .................................................................................................................................................. 58Information Technology ....................................................................................................................................... 62Law & Public Safety ............................................................................................................................................ 64Manufacturing ..................................................................................................................................................... 66Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service ...................................................................................................................... 72Scientific Research & Engineering ..................................................................................................................... 78Transportation, Distribution & Logistics .............................................................................................................. 83
FILE B-3Occupations &Training Locations in Washington State .............................................................................................. 87
EDUCATION AND TRAINING OPPORTUNIITIESChoosing an Education or Training Program .............................................................................................................. 96Private Career Schools & Colleges ........................................................................................................................... 101On-the-Job Training & Apprenticeship ...................................................................................................................... 102Military Careers ......................................................................................................................................................... 104Financing Your Education ......................................................................................................................................... 106Vocational Education Assistance for Persons With Disabilities ................................................................................ 109Workforce Investment Act .......................................................................................................................................... 111Job Corps Program .................................................................................................................................................... 112
Community Colleges .......................................................................................................................................... 113Technical Colleges ............................................................................................................................................. 114Public Colleges & Universities ........................................................................................................................... 115Independent Colleges & Universities ................................................................................................................. 116Private Career Schools ...................................................................................................................................... 117Barbering, Cosmetology & Manicure Schools .................................................................................................. 133
PREPARING FOR EMPLOYMENTKnow the Employer ................................................................................................................................................... 136Develop a Resume .................................................................................................................................................... 137Letters That Spark an Employer’s Interest ............................................................................................................... 138Additional Tips to Prepare for Employment .............................................................................................................. 139The Application Form ................................................................................................................................................ 140The Job Interview ...................................................................................................................................................... 141Sources for Finding Job Openings ............................................................................................................................ 143Licensing – Another Consideration ........................................................................................................................... 144Occupations Requiring Licensing or Certification in Washington State ................................................................... 145WorkSource Centers / Job Service Centers ............................................................................................................. 146Community-Based Organizations ............................................................................................................................. 148Coordinators of Services for Students With Disabilities ........................................................................................... 150Career Guide Customer Satisfaction Survey ............................................................................................................ 152
SECTION
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SECTION
II
SECTION
III
Table of Contents
CAREER
AREAS
SCHOOLS
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Section I – Career Search
Assessing Interests & Abilities
WHAT DO I WANT TO DO WITHTHE REST OF MY LIFE?If you are choosing a career or beginning the job search, you’vemost likely asked yourself: “What do I want to do with the rest ofmy life?” You have probably found that there are no easyanswers to that question. First, there are so many types of jobs;how do you know which careers and jobs are out there for you?Second, you must pick a career that is “right” for you. You don’twant to find yourself doing a job you don’t like.
Some answers to the questions you are asking yourself can befound on the following pages. In this section, you will find adviceon where to begin a job search, how to write resumes, how tocomplete a job application form, what to do in an interview, andhow to handle rejection.
KNOW YOURSELFSelf-appraisal is a process of gathering information aboutyourself. Recognizing your goals, abilities, interests, skills,experience, and education will point you in the right direction.Satisfaction and success on the job will greatly depend on howwell your skills and abilities match the job. Some self-appraisalis important to anyone looking for a job, but for a student, ahomemaker or retiree returning to the workforce, or someoneconsidering a career change, self-appraisal is vital.
Everyone possesses hundreds of skills, whether or not they usethem everyday. Almost everything requires some abilities,whether at home, on the job, or even during leisure time.Although we rarely think about the skills we have, how we usethem, or which ones we enjoy the most, all are important to howwe plan our careers.
Write a list of your skills and abilities so you know what you haveto offer an employer. You may want to begin thinking aboutyourself by asking a few simple questions.
● InterestsDo you like to work with people, numbers, or objects? Doyou like directing or organizing? Are you scientific ortechnical? Do you like detail work?
● Aptitudes (physical and mental skills)Do you have good verbal skills, spatial perception, or manualdexterity? Do you have any special talents or aptitudes?
● TemperamentDo you like to work under stress (things that cause you toworry or make you feel bad)?
● EducationWhat jobs have you held in the past? What did you likeor dislike about each? What equipment can youoperate? Have you ever done any volunteer work?Have you had responsibilities in any clubs ororganizations?
● Working ConditionsCould you work in a noisy atmosphere? Could you workin a job where risk or injury is possible? Do you prefer tosit or stand? Do you prefer working indoors oroutdoors? Which physical or mental skills of a job wouldyou be able to handle?
● Hours of Work/PayHow much money would you like to earn? Are youwilling to travel? Are you willing to work various shifts?Are you willing to work weekends, nights, or overtime?
Remember
You have plenty of time
to explore different options
and to change your mind.
Don’t narrow your career scope
too early. Instead, pick a general
career field such as office work,
computers, or electronics.
You can always make specific
occupational choices later on.
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EXERCISE 1: LIFE CIRCUMSTANCESA. List five activities you would like to do.
1. _________________________________________
2. _________________________________________
3. _________________________________________
4. _________________________________________
5. _________________________________________
B. What are your hobbies and special interests?
1. _________________________________________
2. _________________________________________
3. _________________________________________
4. _________________________________________
5. _________________________________________
C. Now list jobs related to your hobbies or interests.
1. _________________________________________
2. _________________________________________
3. _________________________________________
4. _________________________________________
5. _________________________________________
Assessing Interests &
Abilities (cont.)The following seven exercises are designed to help youcompare your interests and skills with types of jobcharacteristics. You should explore every fact possible to bettermatch your interests and abilities with an occupation.
Information to help you with the exercises is provided on thefollowing pages. In some cases, it is suggested you seek helpfrom knowledgeable individuals in business and industry.Remember, an occupation usually refers to a general area ofemployment and may include many specific jobs or tasks. You
D. Are you changing your choice of work? Why?
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E. If you are employed, what don’t you like about yourpresent job?
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F. List five jobs that you can see yourself doing now or inthe future.
1. ___________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________
3. ___________________________________________
4. ___________________________________________
5. ___________________________________________
G. Are you limited in any way by your current status orcondition, such as a disability or lack of transportation?What are some ways to overcome these?
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will likely change jobs many times within an occupation, and youmay change occupations during your lifetime. All jobs in anoccupation are not alike, so don’t eliminate an occupationbecause of a single job characteristic. You should check furtherinto the occupation, either through reading, talking to acounselor, or better still, talking to someone working at that job.
A Note of CautionThe following exercises and charts can be helpful
in organizing occupational information, but areintended only as general exploratory tools.
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Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
EXERCISE 2: EDUCATIONList all of the schools you have attended, dates, coursesof study, and degrees received. If you have not completed youreducation, write your plans and how you will finance continuededucation or training.
Training or Education Dates Degrees
1. High School or GED
For what jobs has this training prepared you?
2. Community or Technical College
For what jobs has this training prepared you?
3. University
For what jobs has this training prepared you?
4. Private Career School
For what jobs has this training prepared you?
Other TrainingList special training you have received—dates, places, and skillsyou obtained them. Include business and trade schools,correspondence courses, military training, or special coursesyou completed through your employer.
EXERCISE 3: WORK EXPERIENCEMake a work sheet like this for each of the jobs you have held,including part-time or volunteer work.
Employer’s Name
Employer’s Address
Supervisor’s Name
Dates Worked from ______________ to______________
Reason You Left Job
Equipment/Machines/Vehicles You Operated
Title of Job Held
Tasks You Performed
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Now, prioritize each task (high, medium, low, etc.) to determinehow satisfying the job was to do. Would you like another job likethis one?
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EXERCISE 4: CAREER INTEREST AREASThis activity helps you match your interests with types of careers. For each of the 109 items below, circle the letter of the activity youwould rather do. It doesn’t matter if you like both of them a lot or dislike both of them a lot; just pick the one you would rather do, andcircle that letter.
Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
1. A. Write a novelB. Study the causes of
earthquakes
2. C. Plant and harvest cropsS. Drive a bus
3. E. Measure and grade logsF. Run a machine
4. G. Work in an officeH. Sell something door-to-door
5. I. Cut and style hairJ. Help someone just out of
prison find a job
6. K. Write a policy manualJ. Be a professional athlete
7. L. Design a freewayN. Conduct a field trip for
students
8. O. Balance a checkbookP. Take an x-ray
9. Q. Write a computer programR. Train animals
10. C. Be in charge of replantingforests
A. Produce a film
11. B. Solve pollution problemsD. Solve a burglary
12. E. Build an airportG. Keep business records for
a company
13. F. Put small tools togetherH. Sell radio advertising
14. I. Greet hotel guestsK. Conduct a public hearing
15. L. Construct a wallG. Manage an investment
portfolio
16. N. Tutor studentsR. Work at a zoo
17. J. Take care of childrenP. Plan special diets
18. M. Lift weights competitivelyQ. Design a website
19. A. Paint a landscapeK. Supervise police officers
20. C. Mow lawns at a golf courseB. Study better ways of
processing food
21. H. Sell clothesE. Fix a car
22. F. Check products to make surethey were made right
G. Be in charge of clerksin an office
23. I. Work as a restaurant hostor hostess
M. Coach basketball
24. J. Work with the blind or deafQ. Manage an information
system
25. K. Represent others and theirinterests
P. Provide hygiene care ofthe elderly
26. L. Plan a shopping mallQ. Set up a tracking system
27. O. Broker insuranceN. File books at the library
28. E. Drive a truckD. Analyze handwriting
29. B. Test guns used in crimesF. Run a factory sewing
machine
30. G. Use a calculatorR. Train racehorses
31. D. Work as a security guardH. Work in a department store
32. J. Feed the hungryM. Recruit baseball players
33. P. Help people at a mentalhealth clinic
L. Remodel old houses
34. N. Teach aerobicsD. Direct the landing and taking
off of planes
35. I. Trim beardsK. Collect back taxes
36. O. Plan estate dispursementQ. Enter data
37. A. Take pictures for a magazineE. Assemble toys following
written instructions
38. B. Figure out why someoneis sick
S. Fly an airplane
39. C. Manage a bulb farmH. Sell cars
40. I. Work as a flight attendantD. Fight fires
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EXERCISE 4: CAREER INTEREST AREAS (cont.)
Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
41. G. Keep payroll records fora company
J. Work in a nursing home
42. G. Hire new staffM. Act in a television series
43. O. Work in a bankI. Manage a soccer
tournament
44. S. Drive a taxiM. Be a news commentator
45. K. Work for the IRSB. Sort and date dinosaur
bones
46. P. Give shotsC. Design landscaping
47. Q. Provide technical support forcomputer users
D. Work in a courtroom
48. G. Monitor warehouse inventoryE. Develop new quality testing
methods
49. R. Care for injured animalsI. Serve meals to customers
50. D. Give traffic ticketsJ. Help patients exercise
injured arms and legs
51. L. Bulldoze land for a newhome
A. Write for a newspaper
52. L. Build kitchen cabinetsM. Work for a circus
53. H. Work for an auctioneerA. Sing in a concert
54. G. Operate a cash registerB. Collect rocks
55. G. Copy and FAX informationL. Draft a blueprint
56. N. Assess student progressL. Design an airplane
57. O. Refinance a mortgageG. Control inventory records
58. P. Wrap a sprained ankleI. Guide a tour of the
state capitol
59. Q. Work on solving technicalproblems
J. Be a minister
60. R. Manage a veterinary clinicK. Lead others
61. E. Operate heavy equipmentR. Manage a fish hatchery
62. F. Assemble carsK. Enforce fish and game laws
63. S. Drive a limousineB. Check conditions at a
fast-food restaurant
64. J. Help the disabledH. Help a customer decide
what gift to buy
65. A. Play an instrumentJ. Carry baggage
66. B. Do experiments with plantsand animals
I. Make tee times at agolf course
67. C. Plant and trim treesJ. Take care of children at a
day care center
68. D. Guard money in anarmored car
B. Study why people do thethings they do
69. E. Fix a television setM. Run a tennis camp
70. F. Fix controls in an airplaneJ. Help a friend with a
personal problem
71. M. Do stunts for moviesG. Answer and direct
phone calls
72. S. Pack boxes at a warehouseA. Teach dancing
73. P. Teach exercise classesB. Study soil conditions
74. O. Play the stock marketC. Harvest grapes
75. N. Grade papersS. Be a railroad engineer
76. L. Order building suppliesE. Paint tractors
77. Q. Develop new computergames
H. Appraise houses for sale
78. J. Help people in a hospitalA. Dance in a ballet
79. K. Work to get someoneelected
C. Identify plants in a forest
80. D. Referee a wrestling matchC. Boss a logging crew
81. D. Guard inmates in a prisonL. Read blueprints
82. I. Serve drinks at a concessionstand
F. Work in a machine shop
83. H. Line up concerts for a bandK. Ask people questions for a
survey
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84. E. Manage a factoryP. Work as a nurse in a
hospital
85. A. Paint a portraitK. Testify before Congress
86. B. Work with a microscopeQ. Shop the Internet
87. C. Classify plantsP. Transcribe medical records
88. F. Install rivetsR. Raise worms
89. O. Balance accountsN. Develop learning games
90. H. Stock shelvesL. Install plumbing
91. A. Design jewelryP. Develop and monitor weight
loss plans
92. P. Hypnotize patientsJ. Read to sick people
93. F. Compare sizes and shapesof objects
R. Fish
94. S. Collect recycled materialK. Deliver mail
95. N. Teach Special EducationF. Put together toys following
written instructions
96. G. Type lettersH. Sell used cars
97. S. Distribute supplies todentists
M. Compete in a sports event
98. I. Be a concierge at a largehotel
N. Teach reading to adults
99. D. Work on a rescue squadL. Manage a construction
project
100. L. Build boatsO. Work at a collection agency
101. P. Deliver babiesM. Recite poetry
102. Q. Repair computersD. Practice law
103. S. Read metersF. Work in a cannery
104. M. Coach a school sports teamA. Model for an artist or
photographer
105. R. HuntK. Check buildings for fire
hazards
106. H. Sell sporting goodsI. Collect tickets at a play
107. B. Conduct experiments to findnew metals
O. Be a bank teller
108. G. Serve as president of acompany
O. Sell computers
109. L. Drill wellsD. Make an arrest
EXERCISE 4: CAREER INTEREST AREAS (cont.)
Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
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Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
Step 1 : Go back through thesurvey in Exercise 4 and lookat the letters you circled foreach answer. Record yourchoices on the chart to theright by filling in a block foreach of the questions. Youwill be creating your ownvertical bar chart that willshow your highest and lowestcareer interests.
Example: If you circled B for#1, fill in the bottom square inthe B column. If you circled Sfor #2, fill in the bottom block(row 1) in the S column.Working from the bottom, fillin one block for each answeruntil you have built verticaltowers for each CareerInterest Area.
Step 2 : Look at the verticalcolumns on the chart. Thehighest column is your topCareer Interest Area. List yourtop two Career Interest letters on the lines below. If you have atie, list three.
Step 3 : Read the description of your top career interest area onpage 8. Do these descriptions sound like something you wouldlike to do in the future?
Step 4 : After reading these descriptions, record your top CareerArea in Exercise 6.
EXERCISE 5: CAREER EVALUATION
EXERCISE 6: CAREER EXPLORATIONWrite the name of your top Career Cluster below:
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q U R S
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Step 1: Go to the occupation index on the next page. Theoccupations are grouped by Career Area. Look at theoccupations listed under the Career Area you wrote in theprevious column. Choose three occupations you would like toexplore further. List those occupations here.
If you don’t see occupations that interest you in the Career Arealist above, write in the Career Area with the second highestvertical tower in your graph above and look at occupations inthat Career Area.
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Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
Agriculture & Natural ResourcesC. Plants: Interest in activities involving plants and
animals; usually in an outdoor setting.R. Animals: Interest in activities involving the
training, raising, feeding, and caring for animals.
Architecture & ConstructionL. Designing and Building: Interest in designing,
planning, managing, buildings, and maintainingphysical structures.
Arts, Audio-Video Technology & CommunicationsA. Artistic: Interest in creative expression of
feelings and ideas.M. Physical Performing: Interest in activities
performed before an audience.
Business AdministrationG. Business Detail: Interest in organized, clearly
defined activities requiring accuracy and attentionto detail, primarily in an office setting.
Education & TrainingN. Teaching: Interest in planning, managing, and
teaching, including support services, libraryservices, and information services.
FinanceO. Banking, Investments, and Insurance: Interest
in planning, management, and providing financialservices.
Government & Public AdministrationK. Leading-Influencing: Interest in leading through
high-level verbal, written, or numerical activities.
Health ScienceP. Care and Prevention: Interest in the diagnosis,
therapy, treatment, health care services, andresearching and developing new health careservices.
Hospitality & TourismI. Accommodating: Interest in catering to others
wishes, usually one-on-one.
Human ServicesJ. Humanitarian: Interest in helping others with their
mental, spiritual, social, physical, or vocational needs.
Information TechnologyQ. Networks, Hardware, and Software: Interest in
the planning and development of network systems,programming, technical support services, andinteractive media services.
Law & Public SafetyD. Protective: Interest in the use of authority to
protect people and property.
ManufacturingE. Mechanical: Interest in applying mechanical
principles to practical situations using machines,hand tools, or techniques.
F. Industrial: Interest in often repetitive, organizedactivities in industrial settings.
Retail/Wholesale Sales & ServiceH. Selling: Interest in persuading others using
sales and promotion techniques.
Scientific Research & EngineeringB. Scientific : Interest in discovering, collecting,
and analyzing information about the natural worldand in applying scientific research findings toproblems in medicine, life sciences, and naturalsciences.
Transportation, Distribution & LogisticsS. Supply and Demand: Interest in the movement
of people, products, and services.
CAREER INTEREST AREASListed below are 16 career areas and the Career Interest Areasrelated to each career area. Some will relate to more than onecareer area, so look at all career areas for your Career InterestAreas.
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The Job
1. What is the future ofthis occupation?
2. How many people are employedin this occupation in Washington?
3. How many job openings are therethis year?
4. How much does this job pay?
Special Requirements
5. What are the physical requirementsfor this job?
6. Can I meet all the physicalrequirements?
7. Does this job require a license?
8. Can I qualify for a license?
9. Do I need to be bonded for this job?
10. Can I meet all the bondingrequirements?
Training
11. Where is the training offered?12. How long does the training last?13. When can I start?14. Is there a waiting list?15. Is training available elsewhere sooner?16. What do I do while waiting for a class?17. Can training be provided on the job?18. Others options?
Costs
19. How much will tuition cost?Books, etc?Supplies?Board?Room?Transportation?
20. Are grants, scholarships, or loansavailable?
21. Can my spouse, parents, or othershelp with expenses?
22. Can I work part- or full-time?
Note: Additional information on the jobsyou have identified is available throughthe WOIS information system (seepage 10.
Answering Some Final QuestionsEXERCISE 7: CHECKLIST FOR SOME FINAL QUESTIONS
Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
JOB OPTION 2 JOB OPTION 3
ExcellentGood
FairPoor
JOB OPTION 1
List Occupation Titles From Exercise 6
Questions 1–4 See pages 18–86.
Questions 5–10 If you are seriousabout training for a job, answer thesequestions before you start. Imaginespending two years in a training programonly to graduate and find you can’t passthe company’s physical requirementsbecause you’re color blind. Or, becauseof a youthful indiscretion, you can’t get ajob that requires you to be bonded. Tofind if a bond or license is required for ajob, contact the licensing agency (seepage 144 for addresses and phonenumbers).
Question 11 See pages 87–95.
Questions 12–17 Call the schoolsthat provide such training (see pages82–95 for addresses and phonesnumbers).
Questions 18 Review Job TrainingResults information (website listed onpage 14).
Questions 19–20 See schoolcatalog, or contact a counselor. Also,see pages 113–135.
Question 21 We can’t help you withthis one!
Question 22 Only you and yourcircumstances can tell.
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WOIS — An Information
Service for the UndecidedIf you are undecided about your career choice because youneed more information, WOIS/The Career Information Systemcan answer your questions about qualifications, salaries, jobsecurity, labor markets, training opportunities, or transferringskills from one field to another or from military to civilian life.
WOIS, a private nonprofit organization, collects information onoccupations, educational programs, and postsecondaryschools in Washington State. The WOIS system allowsreaders to quickly locate a single fact or to explore an option atlength.
Occupations described in the following tables include a WOIScode number, which will help you quickly obtain additionalinformation on an occupation within the WOIS system.
FACTS ON OCCUPATIONSUnderstanding the differences between closely related fields(such as word processing machine operator and data entryoperator) can be confusing. WOIS describes a variety of fieldsand gives the reader important facts to help determine whichfield is the best match. Information is collected on more than330 occupations in the state and is verified by people actuallyworking in the occupations described.
Besides describing wages, job outlook, and workingconditions, WOIS includes details often not found elsewhere;whether overtime is required or voluntary, if workers have topay for their tools or uniforms, or where jobs are most likely tobe advertised.
FACTS ON SCHOOLSIf you want facts on costs, deadlines, contact people, or specialservices, you can save time by checking WOIS first. WOISdescribes all accredited postsecondary schools in WashingtonState, and WOIS computer users have access to national schoolinformation. WOIS collects the facts most people say they wantbefore choosing a school.
WOIS also collects information that is not readily available, suchas if the school is on a bus line or if day care is available. UsingWOIS can save time because data is collected in a single bookallowing the reader to compare schools.
FACTS ON EDUCATION ANDTRAINING PROGRAMSKnowing the amount and type of training preferred by employersmay be valuable when selecting an education program. WOISdescribes on-the-job training, military, and apprenticeshiptraining, as well as postsecondary programs. Each description ofa program tells readers about options or specialties and thetypes of jobs related to that program. At the end of eachdescription is a list of every accredited school in WashingtonState that offers training in that field.
FACTS ON STEP-BY-STEP GUIDESTO CAREER CHOICESMany locations using WOIS also have CLUES, a briefquestionnaire that can help the undecided identify possiblecareer directions. Since CLUES is an exploratory self-assessment, it allows the user to find if an occupation waseliminated from their occupational list, to change answers, or totake the questionnaire again to determine how different factorsaffect career choices. CLUES is available in English andSpanish.
For a list of places where you can use the WOIS system,
send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
WOIS—The Career Information System
1415 Harrison Avenue, N.W., Suite 201
Olympia, WA 98502
Telephone: (360) 754-8222
http://www.wois.org
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Agriculture & Natural Resources2641 .... Agricultural Scientists8672 .... Animal Caretakers4328 .... Commercial Fishers4166 .... Farm & Ranch Hands4164 .... Farmers & Ranchers3115 .... Farm Equipment Mechanics4126 .... Fish & Wildlife Specialists4124 .... Foresters4128 .... Forestry Technicians4144 .... Groundskeepers & Gardeners4127 .... Hatchery Workers4291 .... Irrigation Technicians4142 .... Nursery Workers3462 .... Pest Control Workers4168 .... Seasonal Farm Laborers2645 .... Soil Conservation Aides4349 .... Wine Makers6156 .... Yarding & Loading Occupations
Architecture & Construction2464 .... Architects4264 .... Bricklayers & Tile Setters1153 .... Building Contractors2671 .... Building Inspectors3422 .... Building Maintenance Workers4254 .... Carpenters4246 .... Cement Masons4286 .... Construction Laborers1152 .... Construction Managers5626 .... Electricians4276 .... Floor & Carpet Layers4248 .... Glaziers3146 .... Heating-Cooling System
Mechanics6151 .... Heavy Equipment Operators4292 .... Insulation Workers5479 .... Ironworkers5624 .... Linepersons4242 .... Painters & Paper Hangers4244 .... Plasterers & Drywall Installers4274 .... Plumbers & Pipefitters4278 .... Roofers5484 .... Sheet Metal Workers5485 .... Shipfitters & Riggers5944 .... Stationary Engineers2472 .... Surveyor Helpers
Arts, Audio/Video Technology& Communications9866 .... Actors & Actresses7492 .... Advertising Workers9824 .... Announcers9834 .... Artists5664 .... Broadcast Technicians2174 .... Freelance Writers4724 .... Graphic Designers5982 .... Handcrafters4725 .... Industrial Designers4722 .... Interior Decorators3184 .... Jewelers1164 .... Marketing Managers9867 .... Musicians5934 .... Photofinishers4734 .... Photographers4765 .... Prepress Workers4771 .... Press Operators1195 .... Public Relations Workers2173 .... Reporters9868 .... Singers & Dancers2144 .... Social Scientists9855 .... Stage Technicians4725 .... Technical Illustrators2177 .... Technical Writers3166 .... Telecommunications
Technicians1454 .... Telephone Operators9826 .... Video Production Workers
Business & Administration1144 .... Business Executives1146 .... Business Managers1637 .... Collection Workers1626 .... Cost Estimators7421 .... Customer Service
Representatives1438 .... Data Entry Operators1461 .... Employment Interviewers1418 .... General Office Clerks1186 .... Human Resource Managers1472 .... Human Resource Specialists1462 .... Interviewing Clerks3188 .... Locksmiths1147 .... Management Analysts1456 .... Messengers
1439 .... Office Machine Operators1411 .... Office Managers1452 .... Receptionists2166 .... Researchers1442 .... Secretaries1142 .... Small Business Operators4582 .... Word Processing Operators
Education & Training1136 .... Education Administrators8455 .... Elementary Teachers8451 .... Kindergarten Teachers8492 .... Librarians1428 .... Library Assistants & Technicians8412 .... Rehabilitation Counselors8416 .... School Counselors8414 .... School Psychologists8456 .... Secondary Teachers8459 .... Special Education Teachers8453 .... Specialty Teachers8465 .... Teacher Assistants8454 .... University & College Teachers8452 .... Vocational Teachers
Finance1614 .... Accountants & Auditors1644 .... Bank Tellers1616 .... Bookkeepers1619 .... Bookkeeping & Accounting
Clerks1632 .... Claim Adjusters1148 .... Financial Institution Managers1615 .... Financial Planners1612 .... Income Tax Advisors7416 .... Insurance Agents1636 .... Loan Officers7415 .... Securities Salespeople1635 .... Underwriters
Government & PublicAdministration9475 .... Customs Inspectors1139 .... Government Executives7122 .... Mail Carriers9422 .... Park Rangers & Naturalists7123 .... Postal Clerks1138 .... Public Administrators
WOIS CODES AND OCCUPATIONS GROUPED BY CAREER AREAS
Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
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WOIS CODES AND OCCUPATIONS GROUPED BY CAREER AREAS (cont.)
4285 .... Road Maintenance Workers2167 .... Urban & Regional Planners5946 .... Wastewater Treatment
Plant Operators
Health Science8111..... Acupuncturists8157 .... Cardiovascular Technologists8175 .... Chiropractic Technicians8122 .... Chiropractors8176 .... Dental Assistants8152 .... Dental Hygienists2655 .... Dental Laboratory Technicians8142 .... Dentists8136 .... Dietitians8156 .... Electroneurodiagnostic
Technologists8168 .... Emergency Medical Technicians8178 .... Health Aides1134 .... Health Service Administrators8155 .... Health Technicians
& Technologists8126 .... Health Therapists8179 .... Home Health Aides8164 .... Licensed Practical Nurses8641 .... Massage Therapists8186 .... Medical Assistants8154 .... Medical Laboratory
Technologists1431 .... Medical Records Technicians1446 .... Medical Secretaries8169 .... Midwives8123 .... Naturopathic Physicians8163 .... Nurse Practitioners8174 .... Nursing Assistants8125 .... Occupational Therapists2656 .... Opticians8134 .... Optometrists8124 .... Pharmacists8181 .... Pharmacy Technicians
& Assistants8127 .... Physical Therapists8121 .... Physician Assistants8112 .... Physicians8434 .... Psychologists8153 .... Radiologic Technologists8162 .... Registered Nurses
8165 .... Respiratory Therapists8128 .... Speech-Language Pathologists8182 .... Surgical Technologists8183 .... Therapist Assistants8132 .... Veterinarians8131 .... Veterinary Technicians
Hospitality & Tourism7852 .... Bartenders7888 .... Buspersons9841 .... Casino Workers7824 .... Chefs7825 .... Dinner Cooks7848 .... Food Preparation &
Service Workers7826 .... Fry Cooks1458 .... Hotel & Motel Desk Clerks1132 .... Hotel & Motel Managers1131 .... Restaurant Managers3454 .... Room Cleaners1425 .... Ticket Agents8489 .... Tour Guides1424 .... Travel Agents7854 .... Waiters & Waitresses
Human Services8158 .... Athletic Trainers8418 .... Caseworkers8449 .... Child Care Workers8436 .... Clergy3456 .... Domestic Service Workers8642 .... Fitness Instructors1197 .... Fund-Raising Administrators8632 .... Funeral Directors & Embalmers2184 .... Interpreters & Translators3455 .... Janitors8411 .... Mental Health Counselors8422 .... Parole & Probation Officers9878 .... Professional Athletes8487 .... Recreation Attendants8486 .... Recreation Leaders8423 .... Residential Counselors8446 .... Sign Language Interpreters2164 .... Social Program Planners8428 .... Social Service Aides8424 .... Social Service Specialists
Information Technology Services2356 .... Computer Operators2354 .... Computer Programmers3165 .... Computer Service Technicians2364 .... Database Designers
& Administrators1172 .... Information Systems Managers2358 .... Microcomputer Support
Specialists2362 .... Network Administrators2353 .... Systems Analysts2361 .... Web Specialists
Law & Public Safety9419 .... Correctional Officers9426 .... Fire Fighters9414 .... Law Enforcement Officers8432 .... Lawyers1444 .... Legal Secretaries8433 .... Paralegals9476 .... Security Guards1415 .... Shorthand Reporters9477 .... Store Detectives
Manufacturing4324 .... Bakers4347 .... Beverage Workers5488 .... Blacksmiths & Forge Shop
Workers5956 .... Boat Builders5483 .... Boilermakers4774 .... Bookbinders & Bindery Workers4586 .... Cabinetmakers4348 .... Cannery & Food Processing
Workers5686 .... Electronics Assemblers1185 .... Expediters4442 .... Fashion Designers5426 .... Foundry Production Workers5472 .... Machine Tool Operators5464 .... Machinists4326 .... Meat Cutters5422 .... Metalworking Pattern Makers3142 .... Millwrights5424... Molders7126 ... Packers & Wrappers5966... Production Assemblers
Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
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WOIS CODES AND OCCUPATIONS GROUPED BY CAREER AREAS
5926 .... Production Painters & Finishers1154 .... Production Superintendents4574 .... Pulp & Paper Workers2672 .... Quality Control Inspectors5924 .... Rubber & Plastics Fabricators4554 .... Sawmill & Plywood Laborers4448 .... Sewing Machine Operators4424 .... Textile Machine Operators5462 .... Tool-and-Die Makers5492 .... Welders4582 .... Woodworking Machine
Operators
Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service1133 .... Apartment House Managers3169 .... Appliance Repairers1634 .... Appraisers7486 .... Automobile Parts Clerk7418 .... Automobile Salespeople3124 .... Automotive Service Technicians8622 .... Barbers7422 .... Business Services Salespeople1184 .... Buyers & Purchasing Agents1642 .... Cashiers8624 .... Cosmetologists7494 .... Display Workers7444 .... Door-to-Door Salespeople3189 .... Equipment Repairers7425 .... Farm Sales & Service
Representatives7413 .... Fashion Merchandisers4146 .... Floral Designers1641 .... Grocery Checkers8129 .... Hearing Instrument Specialists4464 .... Laundry & Drycleaning Workers7496 .... Models3164 .... Office Machine Repairers5914 .... Petroleum Processing
Occupations1135 .... Property Managers3168 .... Radio & TV Service Technicians7417 .... Real Estate Agents1148 .... Real Estate Secretaries7484 .... Retail Sales Clerks7434 .... Route Salespeople1162 .... Sales Managers
7414 .... Sales Representatives7454 .... Salespeople4446 .... Seamstresses & Tailors7118 .... Stock Clerks7446 .... Telephone Soliciters4494 .... Upholsterers7114 .... Warehouse Workers
Scientific Research & Engineering2412 .... Aerospace Engineers2613 .... Aquatic Biologists2612 .... Biological Scientists2418 .... Chemical Engineers2625 .... Chemists2421 .... Civil Engineers2423 .... Computer Engineers2484 .... Drafters2631 .... Earth Scientists2146 .... Economists2422 .... Electrical & Electronics
Engineers5671 .... Electronics Technicians2451 .... Engineering Technicians2419 .... Environmental Engineers2682 .... Environmental Health Specialists2616 .... Forensic Scientists2424 .... Industrial Engineers3186 .... Instrument Repairers2693 .... Laboratory Testers2332 .... Mathematicians & Statisticians2428 .... Mechanical Engineers2429 .... Nuclear Engineers5945 .... Nuclear Power Technicians2627 .... Physicists & Astronomers2683 .... Pollution Control Technicians5918 .... Rubber & Chemical
Processing Occupations2471 .... Surveyors
Transportation, Distribution& Logistics6126 .... Air Traffic Controllers5493 .... Aircraft Assemblers3116 .... Aircraft Mechanics3112 .... Automobile Mechanics5486 .... Body & Fender Repairers6142 .... Bus & Taxi Drivers
6182 .... Deck Hands6132 .... Dispatchers7856 .... Flight Attendants6158 .... Forklift Operators1426 .... Freight Forwarding Specialists7112 .... Freight Handlers6144 .... Local Truck Drivers6145 .... Long Haul Truck Drivers1639 .... Meter Readers6188 .... Pilots & Flight Engineers6174 .... Railroad Brake Operators4288 .... Railroad Laborers6164 .... Refuse & Recycling Collectors6184 .... Ship Officers & Engineers7116 .... Shipping & Receiving Clerks3114 .... Truck & Heavy Equipment
Mechanics5947 .... Well Drillers
Assessing Interests & Abilities (cont.)
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Thinking About Job Training
After High School?
Do you want to know what really happens to the careers ofpeople who attend job training programs beyond high school?Washington’s new Job Training Results system has informationabout the employment of people receiving specific job trainingprograms over the past several years.
This can be a valuable resource in considering job trainingoptions. You can find out about the employment and earnings ofstudents after particpating in job training programs. You can alsoget an idea what types of students have participated inprograms — their gender, age, race, and previous education.A link to school websites is provided, and many schools list
Job Training Results
http://www.jobtrainingresults.org
for information on :
Employment and Wagesincludes the percent of students employed, hours worked, hourly
wages, monthly earnings, and the industry in which they work.
Student Characteristicsincludes information about a program’s students, their gender,
education before they entered the training program, race, and age.
Additional Program InformationMany schools have information available about
enrollment dates, costs, phone numbers, etc.
specific information such as tuition rates, length of program,telephone numbers, etc. The system includes programs at allpublic community and technical colleges in Washington Stateand a growing number of private career schools. Currently thissystem has information on over 1,000 programs at dozens ofschools.
Although this system is useful in learning about training options,its purpose is NOT to directly compare programs and schools.The quality of a training program and the effect it would have onyour career cannot be judged using only the informationprovided in this system. The earlier preparation of the studentsattending a program, and the local job market conditions inwhich they seek work both affect the employment information inthis system. Please keep this in mind when looking at the datapresented in this system.
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Nontraditional Employment
WHAT IS A NONTRADITIONAL JOB?“Nontraditional” occupations are occupations in which less than25 percent of the workers in the occupation are members of onegender. Nontraditional jobs exist for both men and women.
NONTRADITIONAL ROLES ENCOURAGED INVOCATIONAL EDUCATIONOvercoming gender bias and gender-role stereotyping isfundamental to expanding nontraditional training andemployment options. Nontraditional students learn skills neededfor good-paying jobs, and male and female students mustreceive the same kind of educational support.
Enrollment in nontraditional programs in Washington State isincreasing. Many nontraditional students in post-secondaryinstitutions are going to school part-time to upgrade skills,change jobs, or get training for new jobs.
Women comprised about 46 percent of the labor force in theyear 2000. Currently, 16 percent of the state’s registeredapprentices are females—the national average for females is alittle over 8.1 percent. Women apprentice as carpenters,electricians, machinists, sheet metal workers, and over 40 otherprograms in technical and community colleges.
The ratio of women’s 2000 median weekly earnings to men’swas 76 percent. Even in traditionally female occupations wherewomen outnumber men, women still earn less.
Likewise, men are enrolling in traditionally female programs,such as health occupations. As offices are adding hightechnology equipment, more men are enrolling in business officecourses. An increasing number of men are enrolling in childdevelopment education classes so they can participateeffectively in the dual role of parent/wage earner.
Washington State is proud of educators’ efforts to eliminategender stereotyping. Equal access has been provided to allvocational programs, regardless of gender. Federal lawmandates continued efforts for equity in vocational training.
For more information on nontraditionalapprenticeship opportunities, contact Local
Apprenticeship Coordinators listed on page 102.
Nontraditional Jobs for Females
Nontraditional Jobs for Males
Agriculture, Production,Mechanical, Supply,and Service
Construction, Carpentry,and Inspection
Engineering
Architectural andArchitectural Technicians
Surveying andMapping Technology
Geological Sciencesand Physical Sciences
Drafting
Electronic Occupationsand Technology
Chemical Occupations andTechnology
Piloting and Navigation
Firefighting, Fishing,and Logging
Natural Sciences
Law Enforcementand Security
Metal- and Plastic-working Occupations
Machine Operations
Production Work
Automotive, Mechanicaland Technology
Maritime Occupations
Nursing andOccupational Therapy
Teaching,Pre-kindergartner,Elementary andSpecial Education
Library Occupations
Health and DentalTechnology andAssistance
Legal SupportOccupations
Sales
Administrative andOffice Support
Childcare and CoreService Occupations
Textile Occupations
Hair and PersonalService Occupations
Social Service Occupations
Home Furnishings
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Displaced Homemakers &
Dislocated WorkersThose who have spent a substantial number of years asunsalaried homemakers or have been employed in anoccupation that no longer exists must get training to geta job.
Most community and technical colleges offer programs andservices for displaced homemakers and dislocated workers.These programs offer advising, counseling, and information oneducational and training opportunities, career choice, personaland academic support, and study skills.
Match Your Homemaking Skills to Job Possibilities
Cooking
Driving
Decorating
Sewing
Indoor &outdoorgardening
Caring forsick familymembers
Typing/computers
Operatinghouseholdequipment orusing repairtools
Chef, caterer
Route deliverydriver, bus or taxidriver, school orhandicapped trans-portation service
Interior designer,party decoratingservice
Retail fashion salesworker, customdress shop
Landscaper,greenhousesupplier,nursery grower
Home health aide,health occupationworker, adult daycare worker,geriatric service
Secretary, free-lance typist
Electrician,maintenance handyperson
Planning menus
Purchasinggoods andservices
Fund raising,organizingbenefits anddrives
Householdbudgeting
Schedulingfamilyappointments
Dietician,caretaker
Office manager,stocksupervisor,buyer
Developmentofficer,professionalfund raiser
Accountant,bookkeeper,bookkeepingservice
Receptionist,dispatcher,conference ortravelentertainmentservice
Writing personalletters, preppingnewsletters fororganizations
Teachingchildren to read,make things,play games
Handlingfamilyproblems
Telephonecampaigningfor political/charitablecauses
Writer, editor,freelance editingfor industry orin-housepublications
Teacher, childcare worker,family day carein own home
Counselor, crisisintervention,expediter,privatecounselor,psychologist
Salesrepresentative,consumercollectionbusiness,researchsurveyor
Vocational education has a major role in helping displacedhomemakers and dislocated workers learn job skills, job-searchskills, and how to locate gainful employment. Transferring skillsfrom housework to paid work or from a previously held job to anew career choice is part of the focus. Vocational training isavailable in hundreds of occupations from community andtechnical colleges and many private schools and trainingprograms. Some programs take only a few weeks and otherstake as long as two years. All lead to jobs. The key is to matchskills from previous work to new skills and new job possibilities.For more information, contact your local community or technicalcollege.
Hands-on Activities/Skills Management Activities/Skills Interpersonal Activities/Skills
HOMEMAKING JOB HOMEMAKING JOB HOMEMAKING JOB Skills Possibilities Skills Possibilities Skills Possibilities
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Career Information on
the InternetIf you have access to the Internet, you may want to explore theweb sites listed below for more information about careers andoccupations. Many of these sites provide assistance indeveloping a resume, completing a job application, andinterviewing techniques. Some enable you to look foremployment or to post your resume with prospective employers.
Washington State provides an employment site and aneducation site that could be helpful.
ACCESS WASHINGTON’S LIST OF RESOURCESWWW.ACCESS.WA.GOV
Select Employment• Teen Workers• Washington State Labor Council• Washington WorkFirst• WILMA• Looking for a job?• Looking for a state job?• Vocational Rehabilitation• WorkSource• Employment and Labor Resources Index
Or Select Education• K-20 Telecommunications Network• State Board of Education• Superintendent of Public Instruction• State Board for Community and Technical Colleges• Four-Year Colleges and Universities• K-12 Index• Education Resources
Or use the following words to search the Internet.☛ Employment ☛ Occupations ☛ Education ☛ Jobs☛ Training ☛ Careers ☛ Labor Market Information
Occupational Researcher’s Computer Assistantis designed to help Washington residents make rewardingcareer decisions. ORCA uses the occupational information in theO*NET database developed by the U.S. Department of Labor,Employment and Training Administration. Through an easy touse computer system, you will be able to access and researchoccupations based on work values, compare and matchoccupations based on seven different categories, and look uplabor market information. For ordering information, please call360-438-4803.
WILMA’s Jobseeker/Inquiry CD-ROM (Washington’sInteractive Labor Market Access)This CD-ROM brings together current and historical informationfor career and program planning, economic analysis, and jobsearch activities in an easy to use format. It contains informationabout occupational employment including wages, projections,and descriptions. It also contains industry employment, laborforce and population estimates, and an employer database toassist in identifying job search contacts. The system uses agraphical interface to access, display, and extract informationand provides mapping and graphing capabilities for easyvisualization. For ordering information, please call(360) 438-3251.
Labor Market InformationThis resource provides 24-hour access to a broad variety ofinformation. It includes information about current jobseekeractivities, short-term employment estimates, local wage rates,and employment projections. Go to:http://www.wa.gov/esd/lmea
U.S Military Entrance Processing CommandEach year the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery(ASVAB) Career Exploration program is provided to hundreds ofthousands of students nationally in nearly 14,000 high schools.The program is designed to assist students in identifyingoccupations that best match a variety of interests, abilities, andpersonal preferences.
The program consists of four components:1. ASVAB, a multiaptitude battery of academic and occupa-
tional tests. The results enable students to understand howthey compare to a nationally representative group ofindividuals in aptitudes important to their future training andjob performance.
2. The Interest Finder, an interest inventory designed to helpstudents determine their dominant interest areas.
3. Personal Preference Exercises assist students indetermining their education/training intentions and workvalues.
4. Occu-Find Booklet, an exercise that helps students linktheir aptitudes, interests, and personal preferences to thecharacteristics of over 200 occupations.
The Department of Defense provides this exceptional programat no cost or obligation. The program is also used by the militaryto assist them in identifying qualified applicants for the ArmedServices. Qualifying individuals’ scores remain valid for twoyears in the event they wish to take advantage of education/jobtraining opportunities offered by the military. Go to:www.mapcom.army.mil
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Accountants & Auditors ....................... 43
Actors & Actresses .............................. 31
Acupuncturists ..................................... 47
Advertising Workers ............................ 31
Aerospace Engineers .......................... 78
Agricultural Scientists .......................... 23
Air Traffic Controllers ........................... 83
Aircraft Assemblers ............................. 83
Aircraft Mechanics ............................... 83
Animal Caretakers ............................... 23
Announcers .......................................... 31
Apartment House Managers ............... 72
Appliance Repairers ............................ 72
Appraisers ............................................ 72
Aquatic Biologists ................................ 78
Architects ............................................. 26
Artists ................................................... 31
Athletic Trainers ................................... 58
Automobile Mechanics ........................ 83
Automobile Parts Clerks ...................... 72
Automobile Salespeople ...................... 72
Automotive Service Technicians ......... 73
Bakers .................................................. 66
Bank Tellers ......................................... 43
Barbers ................................................ 73
Bartenders ........................................... 55
Beverage Workers ............................... 66
Biological Scientists ............................. 78
Blacksmiths & Forge
Shop Workers ................................... 66
Boat Builders ....................................... 66
Body & Fender Repairers .................... 83
Boilermakers ........................................ 67
Bookbinders & Bindery Workers ......... 67
Bookkeepers ........................................ 43
Bookkeeping & Accounting Clerks ...... 43
Bricklayers & Tile Setters .................... 26
Broadcast Technicians ........................ 32
Building Contractors ............................ 26
Building Inspectors .............................. 26
Building Maintenance Workers ............ 26
Bus & Taxi Drivers ............................... 84
Buspersons .......................................... 55
Business Executives ............................ 36
Business Managers ............................. 36
Business Services Salespeople .......... 73
Buyers & Purchasing Agents ............... 73
Cabinetmakers ..................................... 67
Cannery & Food Processing
Workers ............................................ 67
Cardiovascular Technologists ............. 47
Carpenters ........................................... 27
Caseworkers ........................................ 58
Cashiers ............................................... 73
Casino Workers ................................... 55
Cement Masons ................................... 27
Chefs .................................................... 55
Chemical Engineers ............................ 78
Chemists .............................................. 79
Child Care Workers ............................. 58
Chiropractic Technicians ..................... 47
Chiropractors ....................................... 47
Civil Engineers ..................................... 79
Claim Adjustors .................................... 43
Clergy ................................................... 58
Collection Workers .............................. 36
Commercial Fishers ............................. 23
Computer Engineers ............................ 79
Computer Operators ............................ 62
Computer Programmers ...................... 62
Computer Service Technicians ........... 62
Construction Laborers ......................... 27
Construction Managers ....................... 27
Correctional Officers ............................ 64
Cosmetologists .................................... 37
Cost Estimators ................................... 36
Customer Service Reps ....................... 36
Customs Inspectors ............................. 45
Data Entry Operators ........................... 36
Database Designers
& Administrators ............................... 62
Deck Hands ......................................... 84
Dental Assistants ................................. 47
Dental Hygienists ................................. 47
Dental Laboratory Technicians ........... 48
Dentists ................................................ 48
Dietitians .............................................. 48
Dinner Cooks ....................................... 55
Dispatchers .......................................... 84
Display Workers................................... 73
Domestic Service Workers .................. 59
Door-to-Door Salespeople ................... 74
Drafters ................................................ 79
Earth Scientists .................................... 79
Economists .......................................... 79
Education Administrators .................... 40
Electrical & Electronics Engineers ...... 79
Electricians .......................................... 27
Electroneurodiagnostic
Technologists ................................... 48
Electronics Assemblers ....................... 67
Electronics Technicians ....................... 80
Elementary Teachers .......................... 40
Emergency Medical Technicians ........ 48
Employment Interviewers .................... 37
Engineering Technicians ..................... 80
Environmental Engineers .................... 80
Environmental Health Specialists ........ 80
Equipment Repairers ........................... 74
Expeditors ............................................ 67
Farm and Ranch Hands ...................... 23
Farm Equipment Mechanics ................ 24
Farm Sales & Service Reps ................ 74
Farmers & Ranchers ........................... 24
Fashion Designers ............................... 67
Fashion Merchandisers ....................... 74
Financial Institution Managers ............ 44
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Financial Planners ............................... 44
Fire Fighters ......................................... 64
Fish & Wildlife Specialists ................... 24
Fitness Instructors ............................... 59
Flight Attendants .................................. 84
Floor & Carpet Layers ......................... 28
Floral Designers .................................. 74
Food Preparation & Service
Workers ............................................ 56
Forensic Scientists .............................. 80
Foresters .............................................. 24
Forestry Technicians ........................... 24
Forklift Operators ................................. 84
Foundry Production Workers ............... 68
Freelance Writers ................................ 32
Freight Forwarding Specialists ............ 84
Freight Handlers .................................. 85
Fry Cooks ............................................ 56
Fund-Raising Administrators ............... 59
Funeral Directors & Embalmers .......... 59
General Office Clerks .......................... 37
Glaziers ................................................ 28
Government Executives ...................... 45
Graphic Designers ............................... 32
Grocery Checkers ................................ 74
Groundskeepers & Gardeners ............ 25
Hatchery Workers ................................ 25
Health Aides ........................................ 48
Health Service Administrators ............. 49
Health Technicians &
Technologists ................................... 49
Health Therapists ................................ 49
Hearing Instrument Repairers ............. 74
Heating-Cooling System
Mechanics ......................................... 28
Heavy Equipment Operators ............... 28
Home Health Aides .............................. 49
Hotel & Motel Desk Clerks .................. 56
Hotel & Motel Managers ...................... 56
Human Resource Managers ............... 37
Human Resource Specialists .............. 37
Income Tax Advisors ........................... 44
Industrial Designers ............................. 32
Industrial Engineers ............................. 80
Information Systems Managers ........... 62
Instrument Repairers ........................... 81
Insulation Workers ............................... 28
Insurance Agents ................................. 44
Interior Designers & Decorators .......... 32
Interpreters & Translators .................... 59
Interviewing Clerks .............................. 37
Ironworkers .......................................... 28
Irrigation Technicians .......................... 25
Janitors ................................................ 59
Jewelers ............................................... 32
Kindergarten Teachers ........................ 40
Laboratory Testers .............................. 81
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Workers ........ 74
Law Enforcement Officers ................... 64
Lawyers ................................................ 64
Legal Secretaries ................................. 64
Librarians ............................................. 40
Library Assistants & Technicians ........ 41
Licensed Practical Nurses ................... 49
Linepersons ......................................... 29
Loan Officers ....................................... 44
Local Truck Drivers .............................. 85
Locksmiths ........................................... 37
Long Haul Truck Drivers ...................... 85
Machine Tool Operators ...................... 68
Machinists ............................................ 68
Mail Carriers ........................................ 45
Management Analysts ......................... 37
Marketing Managers ............................ 33
Massage Therapists ............................ 50
Mathematicians & Statisticians ........... 81
Meat Cutters ........................................ 68
Mechanical Engineers ......................... 81
Medical Assistants ............................... 50
Medical Laboratory Technologists ...... 50
Medical Records Technicians ............. 50
Medical Secretaries ............................. 50
Mental Health Counselors ................... 59
Messengers ......................................... 38
Metalworking Pattern Makers .............. 68
Meter Readers ..................................... 85
Microcomputer Support
Specialists ......................................... 63
Midwives .............................................. 50
Millwrights ............................................ 68
Models ................................................. 75
Molders ................................................ 68
Musicians ............................................. 33
Naturopathic Physicians ...................... 50
Network Administrators ....................... 63
Nuclear Engineers ............................... 81
Nurse Practitioners .............................. 51
Nursery Workers .................................. 25
Nursing Assistants ............................... 51
Occupational Therapists ...................... 51
Office Machine Operators ................... 38
Office Machine Repairers .................... 75
Office Managers .................................. 38
Opticians .............................................. 51
Optometrists ........................................ 51
Packers & Wrappers ............................ 68
Painters & Paper Hangers ................... 29
Paralegals ............................................ 65
Park Rangers & Naturalists ................. 45
Parole & Probation Officers ................. 60
Pest Control Workers .......................... 25
Petroleum Processing
Occupations ...................................... 75
Pharmacists ......................................... 51
Pharmacy Technicians
& Assistants ...................................... 52
Section I – Occupations in Washington State
Index of Occupation Summaries (cont.)
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Photofinishers ...................................... 33
Photographers ..................................... 33
Physical Therapists ............................. 52
Physicians ............................................ 52
Physician Assistants ............................ 52
Physicists & Astronomers .................... 81
Pilots & Flight Engineers ..................... 85
Plasterers & Drywall Installers ............ 29
Plumbers & Pipefitters ......................... 29
Pollution Control Technicians .............. 81
Postal Clerks ........................................ 45
Prepress Workers ................................ 33
Press Operators ................................... 33
Production Assemblers ........................ 69
Production Painters & Finishers .......... 69
Production Superintendents ................ 69
Professional Athletes ........................... 60
Property Managers .............................. 75
Psychologists ....................................... 52
Public Administrators ........................... 46
Public Relations Workers .................... 33
Pulp & Paper Workers ......................... 69
Quality Control Inspectors ................... 69
Radio & TV Service Technicians ......... 75
Radiologic Technicians........................ 52
Railroad Brake Operators .................... 85
Railroad Laborers ................................ 85
Real Estate Agents .............................. 75
Real Estate Secretaries ....................... 75
Receptionists ....................................... 38
Recreation Attendants ......................... 60
Recreation Leaders ............................. 60
Refuse & Recycling Collectors ............ 86
Registered Nurses ............................... 53
Rehabilitation Counselors ................... 41
Reporters ............................................. 34
Researchers ........................................ 38
Residential Counselors ........................ 60
Respiratory Therapists ........................ 53
Restaurant Managers .......................... 56
Retail Sales Clerks .............................. 76
Road Maintenance Workers ................ 46
Roofers ................................................ 29
Room Cleaners .................................... 56
Route Salespeople .............................. 76
Rubber & Chemical Processing
Occupations ...................................... 80
Rubber & Plastics Fabricators ............. 69
Sales Managers ................................... 76
Sales Representatives ......................... 76
Salespeople ......................................... 76
Sawmill & Plywood Laborers ............... 70
School Counselors .............................. 41
School Psychologists ........................... 41
Seamstresses & Tailors....................... 77
Seasonal Farm Laborers ..................... 25
Secondary Teachers ........................... 41
Secretaries ........................................... 38
Securities Salespeople ........................ 44
Security Guards ................................... 65
Sewing Machine Operators ................. 70
Sheet Metal Workers ........................... 29
Ship Officers & Engineers ................... 86
Shipfitters & Riggers ............................ 30
Shipping & Receiving Clerks ............... 86
Shorthand Reporters ........................... 65
Sign Language Interpreters ................. 60
Singers & Dancers ............................... 34
Small Business Operators ................... 38
Social Program Planners ..................... 60
Social Scientists .................................. 34
Social Service Aides ............................ 61
Social Service Specialists ................... 61
Soil Conservation Aides ...................... 25
Special Education Teachers ................ 41
Speech-Language Pathologists .......... 53
Stage Technicians ............................... 34
Stationary Engineers ........................... 30
Stock Clerks ......................................... 77
Store Detectives .................................. 65
Surgical Technologists ........................ 53
Surveyors ............................................. 82
Surveyor Helpers ................................. 30
Systems Analysts ................................ 63
Teacher Assistants .............................. 41
Technical Illustrators ............................ 34
Technical Writers ................................. 34
Telecommunication Technicians ......... 34
Telephone Operators ........................... 35
Telephone Solicitors ............................ 77
Textile Machine Operators .................. 70
Therapist Assistants ............................ 53
Ticket Agents ....................................... 57
Tool-and-Die Makers ........................... 70
Tour Guides ......................................... 57
Travel Agents ....................................... 57
Truck & Heavy Equipment
Mechanics ......................................... 86
Underwriters ........................................ 44
University & College Teachers ............ 42
Upholsterers ........................................ 77
Urban & Regional Planners ................. 46
Veterinarians ........................................ 54
Veterinary Technicians ........................ 54
Video Production Workers ................... 35
Vocational Teachers ............................ 42
Waiters & Waitresses .......................... 57
Warehouse Workers ............................ 77
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Operators .......................................... 46
Web Specialists ................................... 63
Welders ................................................ 78
Well Drillers .......................................... 86
Wine Makers ........................................ 25
Woodworking Machine Operators ....... 71
Word Processing Operators ................ 39
Yarding & Loading Occupations .......... 25
Section I – Occupations in Washington State
Index of Occupation Summaries (cont.)
21Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Occupational Descriptioncontains the occupationaltitles and a brief descriptionof major duties for eachoccupation. Duties varyconsiderably, depending onthe employer and on theemployee’s training andexperience.
Suggested Education/Training lists thetraining program thatis either required orrecommended for entryinto the occupation or foradvancement.
Aircraft Mechanicsservice aircraft by locatingproblems and performingneeded changes andrepairs.
WOIS-3116DOT-621.281-014OES-*
Declining2% decline 2000–2008106 openings/year$1,165–$4,330/month
HS, CC,TC, APP,LIC
AircraftMechanics
CC: 2, 7, 21, 22TC: 31PCS: 108, 257
Employment Outlook inWashington & ApproximatePay is stated in general terms.
• Faster than average• Average• Slower than average• No growth• Declining
Percentage of growth reflectsanticipated growth for eachoccupation. This informationcomes from the WashingtonOccupational Information Systemand is based on projectionsprovided by the Washington StateEmployment Security Depart-ment. The projections reflect thedemand by private industry andgovernment for workers, as wellas self-employed individuals andunpaid family workers. Theinformation does not includeopenings created by workerschanging from one job to another.
Wage figures represent theaverage pay range (entry level toexperienced), excluding benefitsfor full-time wage and salaryworkers. Wage rates may varysubstantially with the number ofyears of experience.
Source: WashingtonOccupational InformationSystem (WOIS).
How to Use the Occupation Summaries
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Preparation & TrainingSites in Washingtonlists schools inWashington State thatoffer the suggestedcourse of study.
Key:CC Community
CollegesSee page 76.
TC TechnicalCollegesSee page 76.
U Public Collegeand UniversitiesSee page 77.
PU IndependentColleges andUniversitiesSee page 77.
PCS Private CareerSchoolsSee page 78.
Codes
WOIS – Numbers have beenassigned to each of the occupa-tions in this career guide. When theWOIS information system is usedin a school or library, this numberquickly provides access to addi-tional information from the WOISsystem regarding the occupationof interest.
DOT– Numbers enable accessto additional information aboutan occupation listed in the“Dictionary of OccupationalTitles.” School counselors, locallibraries, or job service centerscan provide copies of thispublication.
OES – (Occupational EmploymentStatistics)–Will help to get moreinformation about an occupationwhen using the Washington StateLabor Market Information systemtypically available at local jobservice centers.
* – Indicates that more than oneOES code number is provided forthis occupation. Contact local jobservice centers (listed on page 92)for a listing and description ofthese related occupations.
Suggested Education or Trainingshows the level of training generallyneeded for entry into an occupation.Further training may be required foradvanced positions. For more infor-mation on educational opportunities,see page 96.
OJT (On-the-Job Training) – Trainingin basic job tasks by doing them aspart of employment.
HS (High School) – High schoolequivalent or diploma.
VOC (Vocational Training) – Trainingusually in a public or private voca-tional-technical school that can lead toan occupation or trade followinggraduation.
CC (Community College) – Two yearsof full-time schooling after high schoolin a community college leading to anassociate degree or certificate usuallyin a technical field.
TC (Technical College) – Technicaltraining in one of the five technicalcolleges that may take from a fewweeks to several months to complete,depending on the occupationalrequirements.
COL (College) – Training in a collegeor university leading to a bachelor’sdegree.
GRAD (Graduate of ProfessionalSchool) – Training in a college oruniversity leading to a master’s ordoctorate degree.
APP (Apprenticeship) – Learning atrade by practical experience undersupervision of an experienced workerthrough an apprenticeship program.
LIC (License) – A professional licenseis usually required for employment inthis occupation.
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
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Agriculture & Natural ResourcesInstructional programs and occupations dealing with growing plants and harvesting crops for commercial andscientific purposes; raising and training animals; the health of plants and animals; the use of natural resources;and the management of agricultural businesses and production of agricultural goods.
Commercial Fishers usenets, hooks, and otherdevices to catch a variety ofocean fish and marine life.Principal summer catches inWashington are salmon andbottom fish. Crab andbottom fish make up themain winter catch. Aqua-culturists culture, breed,raise, and harvest aquaticlife such as fish and clams.
WOIS-4328DOT-441.684-010OES-77005OES-79442
Slower than average5% growth 2000–2008186 openings/year$0–$50,000/year
OJT,VOC, CC,TC, LIC
Aquaculture,CommercialFishing,FisheriesTechnology,MarineMaintenanceTechnology
CC: 9, 15, 21TC: 32The Alaskafisheries arealso sources ofemployment forWashingtonresidents.
Average14% growth 2000–20089 openings/year$1,500–$5,711/month
Animal Caretakers areresponsible for the welfareof animals in zoos, kennels,stables, animal shelters,aquariums, andlaboratories.
WOIS-8672DOT-410.674-010OES-79017
Average11% growth 2000–2008138 openings/year$1,165–$2,730/month
HS, OJT,CC, TC
AnimalTechnician
CC: 16–17TC: 30, 32PCS:
Agricultural Scientistswork with farm crops andanimals and ways toprotect, develop, andmanage them.
WOIS-2641DOT-040.061-010OES-24305
COL, GRAD
Farm & Ranch Handsplant, tend, harvest, marketcrops, and/or raise animalssuch as poultry, hogs,sheep, and cattle toproduce food. They alsooperate, repair, and main-tain farm machinery andequipment, as well as cleanand repair farm buildings,fences, and other structures.
WOIS-4166DOT-421.683-010OES-*
Declining1% decline 2000–20081,482 openings/year$1,165–$2,000/month
OJT, HS,CC
AgriculturalProduction,AgriculturalMechanics
AgriculturalScience
• Agriculture Sciences, Processes & Support Services• Agriculture Management, Production & Operations
• Conservation & Natural Resources• Horticulture, Landscaping, & Groundskeeping
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
U: 47–50
CC: 6, 21, 27–28, 30
Agriculture & Natural Resources
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Fish & Wildlife Specialistswork with natural resourcessuch as soil, water, plants,and animals to produce anenvironment that supportsanimal life. This area is verybroad and includes enforce-ment, fish culture, waterquality control, and fish andwildlife research andmanagement.
WOIS-4126DOT-379.167-010OES-*
Declining4% decline 2000–2008$988–$3,145/month
COL,GRAD
BiologicalSciences
U: 36–51PU: 55–56, 58–59,60–62, 46–67
Farmers & Ranchersperform varied jobs forefficient and profitable farmoperation. They plant,harvest, and market crops;raise, tend, and market farmanimals, fish, or marineplants; and supervise work-ers. Since farms are growingin size and mechanization,farming often requires largecapital outlays, numerousskills, and a lot of personaltime and energy.
WOIS-4164DOT-180.167-018DOT-421.161-010
Not surveyedEarnings vary greatly
OJT, HS,CC, COL
AgricultureProduction &Farm Manage-mentTechnology,Aquaculture,Agribusiness
Farm Equipment Mechan-ics maintain, repair, andoverhaul farm equipmentused to plant, cultivate, andharvest crops. Manybecome specialists in cer-tain types of equipment,especially on large farms orin dealership repair shops.
WOIS-3115DOT-624.281-010OES-85321
No growth47 openings/year$1,210–$2,900/month
OJT, HS, CC,TC, APP
AgriculturalMechanics,HeavyEquipmentTechnology
CC: 4–6, 9, 12,21, 24TC: 31–32, 34PCS:
Forestry Techniciansapply forestry techniquesdeveloped by professionalforesters to care for andmanage forest lands andresources for economic andrecreational purposes.
WOIS-4128DOT-452.364-010OES-79002
Declining4% decline 2000–200866 opening/year$1,280–$2,500/month
OJT, HS,CC
ForestryTechnology CC: 4, 9-10, 15,
23–24
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
CC: 6, 21, 24,27–28, 30U: 47–50
Foresters manage anddevelop forest lands andresources for economic andrecreational purposes.Foresters plan and super-vise tree cutting andplanting and may be res-ponsible for environmentalprotection.
WOIS-4124DOT-040.167-010OES-24302
Average7% growth 2000–200836 openings/year$1,500–$6,480/month
COL ForestResourceManagement,Forestry
U: 44–50PU: 56
Agriculture & Natural Resources
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Hatchery Workers performa variety of semiskilled,manual duties at fish hatch-eries and assist in technicalwork.
WOIS-4127DOT-446.684-010
Not surveyed$1,640–$2,260/month
OJT, CC,COL, TC
Aquaculture,FisheriesTechnology
CC: 9, 15TC: 32U: 44–46
Irrigation Techniciansassist in the control ofapplying water to agricul-tural crops through an openditch, sprinkler, irrigation, ormodified systems.
WOIS-4291DOT-409.685-014DOT-624.361-014
Not surveyed$1,300–$3,280/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC
IrrigationTechnology
Pest Control Workers usechemicals, toxic gases, andmechanical traps to ridresidential and commercialareas of rodents, insects,birds, and other pests.
WOIS-3462DOT-389.684-010OES-67008
Average17% growth 2000–200830 openings/year$1,165–$3,080/month
OJT, HS,LIC
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Groundskeepers &Gardeners maintain thegrounds of industrial, com-mercial, public, or privateproperty to keep them inneat and orderly condition.
WOIS-4144DOT-406.684-014DOT-406.684-018OES-79033
Average7% growth 2000–2008736 openings/year$1,165–$3,090/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Landscaping& HorticultureTechnology,Turf Manage-ment
CC: 5, 7, 21-24, 27TC: 33-34PCS:
CC: 27
Nursery Workers growseedlings and plants forlandscaping, fruit farming,and forest replanting.
WOIS-4142DOT-405.684-014
Not surveyed$1,165–$2,420/month
OJT, VOC,CC, TC, LIC,APP
Horticulture orNurseryManagement
CC: 5, 7,23–24
Seasonal Farm Laborers(also called Manual Labor-ers or Pickers) engage inphysical farm work on aseasonal basis. Earningsare usually based on anhourly or piecework basis.
WOIS-4168DOT-421.687-010DOT-404.687-014DOT-403.687-018
Not surveyed$6.50–$10.50/hour
OJT
Soil Conservation Aidesassist landowners andoperators in planning andapplying soil and waterconservation practices.
WOIS-2645DOT-040.261-010DOT-040.061-054
Not surveyed$1,820–$2,310/month
HS, CC Soil Conserva-tion Courses,NaturalResourcesManagement
CC: 4, 9, 21,24PU: 56
Wine Makers turn grape orother fruit juices into wineusing a combination ofnatural, chemical, andmechanical processes.
WOIS-4349 Not surveyed$1,250–$5,410/month
OJT, COL,GRAD, LIC
U: 47–50
Yarding & LoadingOccupations are respon-sible for moving logs fromcutting areas to trucks.
WOIS-6156DOT-921.663-058DOT-921.683-066OES-73011
Slower than average1% growth 2000–200828 openings/year$1,560–$3,490/month
OJT, HS No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Agriculture & Natural Resources
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Architecture & ConstructionInstructional programs and occupations dealing with the design, planning, managing, building, and maintenanceof physical structures such as roadways and bridges, as well as industrial, commercial, and residential facilitiesand buildings.
• Architecture & Construction Design• Residential & Commercial Construction
Architects plan and designin detail all types of buildings,including homes, office build-ings, theaters, and factories.Designs must be attractive,safe, functional, and complywith laws and regulations.
WOIS-2464DOT-001.061-010OES-*
Average16% growth 2000–2008226 openings/year$2,200–$6,114/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
Building Inspectorsexamine building plans andconstruction projects toensure that set standards ofsafe construction and qualityworkmanship are observed.
WOIS-2671DOT-168.167-030OES-21908
Average13% growth 2000–200869 openings/year$1,820–$4,450/month
OJT, VOC,CC, TC, LIC
ConstructionTechnology,ConstructionManagement
CC: 5, 7, 14–15, 19, 22TC: 32-33, 35PCS:
Building MaintenanceWorkers keep an establish-ment’s machines, mechani-cal equipment, and structurein repair. Duties may involvepipefitting, boilermaking,insulating, welding, machin-ing, machine and equipmentrepairing, carpentry, andelectrical work. They may dojanitorial and grounds main-tenance work in smallestablishments.
WOIS-3422DOT-899.381-010DOT-899.261-014OES-85132
Average16% growth 2000–2008$1,165–$3,100/month
OJT, VOC,CC, TC, APP
BuildingMaintenance
CC: 5, 12,22–24TC: 31–35
Bricklayers & Tile Settersuse masonry materials andmortar to build and repairwalls, fireplaces, chimneys,arches, and piers. Workingfrom blueprints, they assem-ble brick, stone, terra cottatile, glass and concrete block,and precast concrete panels.
WOIS-4264DOT-861.381-018DOT-861.381-038DOT-861.381-054OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–200883 openings/year$1,165–$5,630/month
OJT, APP Bricklaying,Masonry
Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Building Contractorsperform construction work inaccordance with plans,blueprints, and codes underspecified terms and prices.
WOIS-1153DOT-182.167-010
Not surveyed TC, CC,COL, LIC
• Residential & Commercial Installation & Services
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Architecture
U: 44–50
ConstructionTechnology
CC: 5, 14–15,22TC: 32-33, 35U: 42
Architecture & Construction
27Section I — Career Search Architecture & Construction
Cement Masons mix, pour,and finish concrete for manyconstruction jobs, rangingfrom small ones, such aspatios and floors, to largeones, such as dams andhighways. Cement Masonssupervise concrete pouringand finishing.
WOIS-4246DOT-844.364-010OES-87311
Average8% growth 2000–200891 openings/year$958–$4,440/month
OJT,VOC,APP
Masonry Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Construction Laborersassist skilled workers intheir jobs. They unloadmaterials, machinery, andequipment; lift and carrymaterials and tools; mix orprepare materials; andprepare and clean theworksite.
WOIS-4286DOT-869.664-014DOT-862.684-014OES-*
Average8% growth 2000–2008301 openings/year$1,165–$2,768/month
OJT, APP ConstructionMethods &Materials,ConstructionTechnology
Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Electricians plan, install,and repair electrical wiringand equipment. Electriciansmay specialize in eitherconstruction or maintenancework. Industrial electriciansalso inspect and serviceelectronic control devices.
WOIS-5626DOT-824.261-010DOT-829.261-018OES-87202
Average7% growth 2000–2008518 openings/year$1,390–$5,890/month
VOC, CC,TC,APP, LIC
Electrical &ElectronicsTechnology,ConstructionElectrician
CC: 24TC: 31–33PCS:
Carpenters build andmaintain structures, rangingfrom rough scaffolds tofinished work on buildings.They work from blueprints,sketches, or building plansaccording to building codesand may work with a widerange of materials.Carpenters may specializein construction (newbuildings and structures) ormaintenance carpentry (oldbuildings and structures).
WOIS-4254DOT-860.381-022OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–20081,513 openings/year$1,125–$3,990/month
OJT,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Carpentry,ConstructionTechnology,MarineMaintenanceTechnology
CC: 6, 9–10,15, 18 24, 27–28TC: 31, 33PCS:Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Construction Managersplan and direct constructionprojects to meet contractors’specifications and sched-ules. Projects includebuildings, dams, bridges,highways, pipelines, andrailroad structures.
WOIS-1152DOT-182.167-026OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–2008716 openings/year$1,800–$6,162/month
TC, CC, COL ConstructionManagement
CC: 7TC: 33U: 36–41, 44–50PCS:
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
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Glaziers cut, fit, and installplate glass, window glass,and other glass in structuresand vehicles. Glaziers useadhesives, cements,screws, bolts, and otherspecial fasteners.
WOIS-4248DOT-865.381-010OES-*
Average8% growth 2000–200856 openings/year$1,165–$5,580/month
OJT, HS,VOC,APP
Construction &BuildingTechnology
Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Heavy EquipmentOperators (also calledOperating Engineers) drivegasoline- or diesel-poweredmachinery equipped to levelearth and clear land for roador building construction.They use machines thatbore into the ground, spreadand level asphalt and/orconcrete on roads, andoperate machines used toerect structural andreinforcement steel, as wellas those used to demolishbuildings.
WOIS-6151DOT-859.683-010OES-*
Average12% growth 2000–2008489 openings/year$1,165–$4,120/month
OJT, HS,APP
HeavyEquipmentOperator
PCS:Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Ironworkers assembleand erect ornamental orstructural metals used in theconstruction of buildings,bridges, dams, metalstorage tanks, and otherprojects.
WOIS-5479DOT-801.361-014OES-*
Average8% growth 2000–200861 openings/year$2,260–$5,370/month
APP Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Floor & Carpet Layersmeasure, mark, cut, andinstall carpets, rugs, orlinoleum. Carpet installersdo most of their work ontheir knees, often handlesharp razor blades, and doheavy lifting.
WOIS-4276DOT-864.381-010DOT-864.481-010OES-*
Average17% growth 2000–2008196 openings/year$1,480–$5,550/month
OJT, APP Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Heating-Cooling SystemMechanics install, service,and repair refrigeration andheating units used in homesand public and commercialbuildings.
WOIS-3146DOT-637.261-014OES-85902
Average16% growth 2000–2008250 openings/year$1,210–$3,830/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Heating, AirConditioning, &Refrigeration
CC: 12–13, 24,27–28TC: 31–33PCS:
Insulation Workers tape,wire, plaster, or sprayinsulation materials on anappropriate surface toensure that either heat orcold will be retained.
WOIS-4292DOT-863.640-010DOT-863.364-014OES-87802
Average11% growth 2000–200881 openings/year$1,220–$3,600/month
OJT, HS,APP
PCS:Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Architecture & Construction
29Section I — Career Search Architecture & Construction
Roofers apply materials,i.e., hot asphalt, composi-tion roofing, woodshingles, asbestosshingles, slate or tile toroofs making themwaterproof for newconstruction and repair
Linepersons install andrepair electrical, cabletelevision, telephone, andtelegraph transmissionsystems for business andresidential customers.
WOIS-5624DOT-822.381-014OES-*
Slower than average5% growth 2000–2008156 openings/year$1,090–$4,329/month
CC, TC,APP
TelephoneEquipmentInstallation
CC: 5TC: 33Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Plasterers & DrywallPlasterers apply plaster towalls, ceilings, andpartitions in buildingsmaking them fire-resistantand soundproof. DrywallInstallers attach drywallpanels framework insidehouses other buildings,which involves measuring,cutting, gluing, andhanging the panels.
WOIS-4244DOT-842.361-018DOT-842.361-030OES-*
Average8% growth 2000–2008322 openings/year$1,740–$5,550/month
OJT, APP Plastering &Drywall
Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Plumbers & Pipefittersinstall and repair pipesystems that carry water,steam, air, or other liquids orgases. They also installplumbing fixtures, such assinks, tubs, and showers.
WOIS-4274DOT-862.381-030OES-*
Slower than average3% growth 2000–2008289 openings/year$1,720–$5,830/month
HS, VOC,APP, LIC
Plumbing &Pipefitting
TC: 33PCS:Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
work.WOIS-4278DOT-866.381-010OES-*
Average7% growth 2000–2008209 openings/year$1,234–$3,580/month
OJT, APP Roofing Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Sheet Metal Workersassemble, install, and repairproducts or equipmentmade of sheet metal andother specialty metals andmaterials.
WOIS-5484DOT-804.281-010OES-*
Slower than average6% growth 2000–2008$1,387–$5,150/month
OJT,VCC,TC, APP
Sheet Metal CC: 20, 24TC: 31, 33PCS:
Painters & Paper Hangersapply coats of paint, varnish,stain, enamel, or lacquer todecorate and protect interioror exterior surfaces,trimmings, and fixtures ofbuildings and otherstructures.
WOIS-4242DOT-840.381-010DOT-841.381-010OES-*
Average14% growth 2000–2008596 openings/year$1,165–$3,610/month
OJT, HS,VOC, TC,APP
Painting &Decorating
TC: 33PCS:Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
30Section I — Career Search Architecture & Construction
Stationary Engineersregulate and maintainequipment such as boilersand turbines that areused to supply heat, airconditioning, or power.
WOIS-5944DOT-950.382-026OES-*
Declining3% decline 2000–200848 openings/year$1,460—$3,480/month
OJT, APP Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Surveyor Helpers performtechnical tasks under thedirection of a surveyor toassist in surveying land.
WOIS-2472DOT-869.567-010OES-22521
Slower than average5% growth 2000–200842 openings/year$1,200–$3,800/month
CC, COL,TC
CivilEngineeringTechnology,Surveying,GraphicInformationSystems
CC: 4, 9–10,15, 20, 22, 24,27, 30TC: 31–32, 35PCS:
Shipfitters & Riggers workin teams to build and repairships, i.e., freighters,submarines, and oil tankers.Shipfitters assemble steelplates and beams that formships. Riggers install hoistsand other equipment thatmove heavy loads.
WOIS-5485DOT-806.381-046DOT-806.261-014OES-*
Declining14% decline 2000–200830 openings/year$2,088–$3,820/month
OJT, HS,APP
Welding Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
31Section I — Career Search
Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications
Instructional programs and occupations dealing with designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing,and publishing multimedia content (includes visual, performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainmentservices).
• Audio & Video Technologies• Commercial & Graphic Design• Crafts & Fine Arts
Actors & Actressesentertain audiences byportraying roles on television,radio, stage, or motionpictures. They may alsoengage in producingeducational media and helppromote products throughvarious audiovisual media.
WOIS-9866DOT-150.047-010OES-34056
Average13% growth 2000–200899 openings/yearEarning vary greatly
OJT, HS,VOC,CC, COL,GRAD
Theater &Drama
CC: 8U: 36–41, 51PU: 55, 59–62,64PCS:
Advertising Workers workas a team planning andcarrying out campaigns topersuade people to buyproducts or services.
WOIS-7492OES-*
Average8% growth 2000–2008127 openings/year$1,500–$8,000/month
CC, COL Advertising,Marketing,Communica-tions,Journalism,CommercialArt,GraphicDesign
CC: 1, 4–5, 7–8, 10–11, 15–18, 20, 23–25,29, 30TC: 33–34U: 36–51PU: 53–59, 61–65, 67PCS:
Announcers provide live orprerecorded information andentertainment to radio,television, cable, and internetaudiences.
WOIS-9824DOT-159,147-010OES-*
Slower than average3% growth 2000–200845 openings/year$1,165–$16,000/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, COL
Radio &Television,Broadcasting,Communica-tions,Journalism
CC: 4–5, 8, 10,15TC: 31, 33U: 36–51PU: 53, 55, 58–59, 61–65, 67PCS:
Artists creatively andvisually express theirthoughts and feelings.
WOIS-9834DOT-144.061-010OES-*
Faster than average22% growth 2000–2008275 openings/yearEarnings vary greatly
OJT, VOC,COL
Fine Arts U: 36–51PU: 55, 59, 61–62, 64–67PCS:
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
• Journalism, Writing & Broadcasting• Music & Performing Arts
32Section I — Career Search
Industrial Designerscombine technical knowledgewith artistic talent to improvethe form and design ofproducts and their packagingand trademarks.
WOIS-4725DOT-142.061-026OES-34038
Faster than average25% growth 2000–2008166 openings/year$1,600–$4,000+/month
COL IndustrialDesign
U: 42, 44–??PCS:
Interior Designers &Decorators make homes,public buildings, and playareas more beautiful throughplanning and selection ofcolors, prints, wallpaper,fabrics, upholstery, andfurniture styles. A number ofinterior designers areemployed by office buildingmanagement firms.
WOIS-4722DOT-142.051-014DOT-298.381-010OES-34041
Faster than average27% growth 2000–2008116 openings/year$1,165–$4,100/month
VOC, CC,TC, COL
Interior Design CC: 1, 12, 25TC: 33U: 47–50PU: 61PCS:
Freelance Writers informand entertain their readers inall forms of creative literarycomposition.
WOIS-2174DOT-131.067-046
Not surveyedEarnings vary greatly
CC, COL Journalism,TechnicalCommunica-tion
CC: 5, 15, 18U: 36–51PU: 53, 55, 59,63, 65, 67
Jewelers may design, make,repair, and sell jewelry,watches, clocks, and othertimepieces. Skilled craftspeople make jewelry byhand, using their owndesigns.
WOIS-3184DOT-700.281-010-2OES-67005
Declining9% decline 2000–-200820 openings/year$1,165–$83,00/month
OJT, CC,TC, APP,COL
Metal Design,ClockTechnologyArt, Metals
Graphic Designers illustrateideas through sketches,drawings, and photographs.They prepare artwork fornewspapers, magazineadvertisements, and books.They may also createdesigns for commoditypackages. Much of this workis accomplished usingcomputers.
WOIS-4724DOT-141.061-018OES-34035
Faster than average23% growth 2000–2008132 openings/year$1,833–$3,745/month
VOC, CC,TC, COL,APP
GraphicDesign &CommercialArt
CC: 4–6, 10,18, 20, 25, 29TC: 33–34U: 42–46PU: 65PCS:
Broadcast Techniciansinstall, operate, and maintainelectronic equipment used torecord or transmit radio andtelevision programs.Specialties include trans-mitter or studio maintenance,audio or video control,lighting, field recording, andvideotape technician.
WOIS-5664DOT-194.262-022OES-34028
Average10% growth 2000–200822 openings/year$1,165–$??/month
VOC, CC,TC, APP
Communica-tions,ElectronicsTechnology
CC:TC:
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications
CC: 13U: 44–46
33Section I — Career Search
Musicians sing or playmusical instruments,performing alone, in a group,or as a member of a band ororchestra. Many musiciansgive private lessons.
WOIS-9867DOT-152.041-010OES-*
Faster than average23% growth 2000–2008156 openings/yearEarnings vary greatly
OJT, HS,CC, COL,GRAD
Music,MusicPerformance
CC: 20, 25U: 36–51PU: 55, 58–61,64–67PCS:
Prepress Workers (alsocalled Desktop Publishers)combine text and artwork tomake printed materials suchas books, magazines,newspapers, productpackaging, and newsletters.
WOIS-4765DOT-979.282-010OES*
Faster than average58% growth 2000–2008$1,165–$3,010/month
CC. TC,COL
Graphic Arts/Printing
CC: 5, 11, 18,21–21, 25, 27TC: 33PU: 65
Press Operators set up,operate, and maintain print-ing presses. They work formagazines, newspapers,publishing houses, and otherorganizations that do theirown printing.
WOIS-4771DOT-651.382-042OES-*
Average15% growth 2000–2008113 openings/year$2,200–$3,310/month
OJT, CC,TC, APP
Printing/Graphic Arts
CC: 5, 11, 18,20–21, 25, 27TC: 33PU: 65PCS:
Public Relations Workersaid their firms or clients inbuilding and maintainingfavorable public images.They also assess publicreactions to their firm’s orclient’s activities.
WOIS-1195DOT-165.167-014OES-34008OES-13011
Average20% growth 2000–2008369 openings/year$1,500–$6,029/month
COL,GRAD
PublicRelations,Communica-tions
U: 36–51PU: 55, 58, 59,61–65, 67
Photofinishers develop filmand print and enlargepictures. They may operateautomatic processingequipment.
WOIS-5934DOT-976.687-018OES-*
Slower than average3% growth 2000–20085 openings/year$1,165–2,790/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC
Printing,Graphic Arts,Photography
CC: 8, 18, 25
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications
Marketing Managersdevelop and evaluatestrategies to increase salesof products or services fora company, division, orproduct line.
WOIS-1164DOT-163.167-018OES-13011
Faster than average23% growth 2000–2008392 openings/year$1,667–$7,309/month
COL,GRAD
MarketingManagement,Marketing
U: 36–51PU: 53, 59, 62–65PCS:
Photographers usecameras to visually recordideas and events. Theyshould have an understand-ing of camera operation,lighting, composition,darkroom procedures, andspecial characteristics offilms and papers. They mayalso use video cameras andvideo tape equipment.
WOIS-4734DOT-143.062-030OES-34023
Average7% growth 2000–2008116 openings/year$1,165–$3,675/month
OJT, VOC,CC,CC, TC, COL,
Photography CC: 8, 18, 20,25U: 44–49PCS:
34Section I — Career Search
Social Scientists studyhuman behavior andenvironmental conditionsto obtain information that willhelp solve complex socialand environmental problems.
WOIS-2144DOT-054.067-014DOT-055.067-010DOT-055.067-018OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–200836 openings/year$1,500–$3,214/month
COL,GRAD
SocialScience,History,Sociology,Anthropology,Geography
U: 36–51PU: 55–56, 59–67
Stage Technicians supportproduction activities ontheater, music, video, andfilm sets.
WOIS-9855DOT-962.261-014
Not surveyed$1,165–$2,860/month
OJT, CC,COL
Theater Arts CC: 8U: 36–46PU: 55, 59–64,66
Technical Illustrators com-bine drafting and commercialart to prepare illustrations formanuals, text books, audio-visual presentations, bro-chures, or oral presentations.
WOIS-4726DOT-017.281-034
Not surveyed$1,250-$3,666/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, COL,APP
TechnicalIllustration,CommercialArt
CC: 11, 18, 20,25TC: 34PU: 65PCS:
Technical Writers writescientific and technical infor-mation in clear and easy tounderstand terms. They spe-cialize in one or more subjectareas and prepare manuals,catalogs, proposals, andinstructional materials.
WOIS-2177DOT-131.267-026OES-34005
Faster than average32% growth 2000–2008$1,800–$5,000/month
COL,GRAD
TechnicalCommunica-tions
U: 42–50
TelecommunicationsTechnicians install, maintain,and repair, residential andbusiness telecommunicationsystems, local area networks,fiberoptics, terminal hardwareand operating systems,analog and digital datacircuits, and communicationsequipment.
WOIS-3166DOT-822.281-022DOT-822.381-018OES-*
Slower than average6% growth 2000–200873 openings/year$1,210–$3,990/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC
Telecommunica-tionsTechnologies
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Reporters gather informationon newsworthy events andissues. They also writestories for publication or pre-sentation in the news andbroadcasting media.
WOIS-2173DOT-131.262-018OES-*
Average18% growth 2000–2008325 openings/year$1,500–$5,661/month
CC, COL,GRAD
Journalism CC: 5, 15U: 36–43, 47–51PU: 53, 55, 59,62, 66, 67
Singers & Dancers entertainaudiences by singing or per-forming movement to music.There is a surplus of singersand dancers. This trend isexpected to continue.
WOIS-9868DOT-151.047-010DOT-152.047-022OES-*
Faster than average23% growth 2000–200847 openings/yearEarnings vary greatly
CC, COL,GRAD
PerformingArts
CC: 25U: 36–51PU: 55, 58–61,64–67
CC: 5TC: 33PCS:
Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications
35Section I — Career Search
Telephone Operators tendelectronic communicationequipment for individuals andbusinesses.
WOIS-1454DOT-235.662-022OES-*
Declining3% decline 2000–2008120 openings/year$1,165–$2,143/month
APP No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Video Production Workersdesign, record, and editvideos for viewing byaudiences.
WOIS-9826DOT-143.062-022OES-34026
Average7% growth 2000–20085 openings/year$1,636–$4,550/month
CC, TC,COL
MultimediaTechnology
CC: 1, 5, 7–8,11, 15, 21, 27TC: 31, 33U: 42PCS:
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications
36Section I — Career Search
Business & AdministrationInstructional programs and occupations dealing with planning, managing, and providing administrative support,information processing, business communications, accounting, and human resource management servicesand related business management support services.
• Accounting & Related Occupations• Administrative Support Services• Business Management
Business Managersprepare and review financialreports and implementcompany policies to ensuresmooth and profitablebusiness operations.
Business Executivesdevelop and administerpolicies to increase profitsand make their organizationsrun smoothly.
WOIS-1144DOT-189.117-026OES-19005
Average13% growth 2000–20082,605 openings/yearEarnings vary greatly
COL,GRAD
BusinessManagement,BusinessAdministration
WOIS-1146DOT-191.117-014OES-189.167-022
Average18% growth 2000-20082,845 openings/year$2,333–$6,132/month
COL, CC,GRAD
BusinessAdministration
Collection Workers locatepeople to notify them ofoverdue accounts or debtsand try to secure payment orreturn of the merchandise.
WOIS-1637DOT-241.357-010OES-53508
Faster than average31% growth 2000–2008265 openings/year$1,300–$2,750/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC
CreditSpecialist
Cost Estimators collect andanalyze information todetermine how much it willcost to perform a service,manufacture a product, orcomplete a project.
WOIS-1626DOT-169.267-038OES-21902
Average13% growth 2000–2008147 openings/year$1,500–$5,105/month
COL,GRAD,APP
Business/Economics,ComputerScience,ConstructionManagement,EngineeringManagement
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
CC: 1, 3, 5–11,13–17, 20, 22,24–27, 29–30TC: 32U: 36–51PU: 53–56, 58–65, 67PCS:
U: 36–51PU: 52–54, 56,58–65, 67
CC: 7, 25TC: 33
U: 36–51PU: 53, 55, 59–62, 65, 67
Customer ServiceRepresentatives assistconsumers directly byhandling requests andresolving complaints.
WOIS-7421DOT-239.362-014OES-55335
Not surveyed$1,165–$4,900/month
VOC, CC,TC, APP
CustomerServiceRepresentative
CC: 5, 16–17TC: 33, 35
Data Entry Operatorsoperate key-punch machines,similar to typewriters, totranscribe data from sourcematerial onto punch cards ortapes used in computers.
WOIS-1438DOT-203.582-054OES-56017
Slower than average2% growth 2000–200856 openings/year$1,165–$3,200/month
OJT, HS,VOC,CC, TC,APP
Data Entry, CC: 7, 10, 30TC: 35PCS:
37Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Employment Interviewersidentify candidates for fillingjob vacancies, and theyassist jobless people infinding employment.
WOIS-1461DOT-166.267-010OES-21508
Average7% growth 2000–2008103 openings/year$1,990–$3,650/month
OJT, VOC,TC, CC
General Office Clerks areassigned clerical duties inaccordance with the officeprocedures of individualestablishments. Duties mayinclude a combination ofbookkeeping, typing,stenography, and officemachine operation.
WOIS-1418DOT-209.562.010OES-*
Average7% growth 2000–20083,045 openings/year$1,165–2,442/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Office Assistant
Human ResourceManagers serve as a linkbetween management andemployees. They help man-agement in effective use ofemployees’ skills. They helpemployees find satisfaction intheir jobs and workingconditions.
WOIS-1186DOT-166.117-018OES-*
Average13% growth 2000–2008220 openings/year$1,800–$6,358/month
TC, COL,GRAD,APP
HumanResourceManagement,LaborRelations
Human ResourceSpecialists provide clericaland specialist support topersonnel departments.
WOIS-1472DOT-166.267-046DOT-166.267-038OES*
Average14% growth 2000–2008345 openings/year$1,387–$4,268/month
TC, COL HumanResourceManagement,LaborRelations
Interviewing Clerks helppeople complete applicationforms at employment offices,banks, hospitals, and govern-ment licensing bureaus.
WOIS-1462DOT-205.362-014OES-*
Slower than average2% growth 2000–2008190 openings/year$1,165–$2,539/month
OJT, HS
Business & Administration
Receptionist CC: 5–6, 12,15–17, 22, 24,26–27TC: 32–35
CC: 5, 7–8, 10–11, 13–18, 21–25, 27–28TC: 31–35PCS:
TC: 31, 34U: 36–42PU: 47–50
TC: 32, 34U: 36–42PU: 59, 65
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Locksmiths install, maintain,and repair locks, safes,and security devices inbusinesses and homes.
WOIS-3188DOT-709.281-010OES-85923
Average13% growth 2000–200827 openings/year$1,165–$2,930/month
OJT, HS,APP
LocksmithTraining
Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Management Analystsexamine business oroperating procedures andsuggest changes that willhelp organizations solveproblems and function moreeffectively and efficiently.
WOIS-1147DOT-161.167-010OES-21905
Average20% growth 2000–2008193 openings/year$2,850–$6,180/month
COL,GRAD
BusinessAdministration,Accounting,Finance,PublicAdministration
U: 36–51PU: 52– 53,55–56, 58–65,67
38Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Office Managers maintainan efficient flow of work byevaluating, organizing, anddirecting office production.
Messengers transport anddeliver messages, docu-ments, packages, and otheritems to offices or depart-ments within a firm, to otherbusinesses, or to privatehomes.
WOIS-1456DOT-230.663-010OES-57311
Average11% growth 2000–200886 openings/year$1,165–$2,199/month
Office Machine Operatorsuse a variety of officeequipment to speed the flowof data and paperwork.
WOIS-1439DOT-214.482-010OES-*
Declining10% decline 2000–2008187 openings/year$1,165–$2,248/month
CC, TC,APP
SecretarialStudies
WOIS-1411DOT-169.167-034OES-13014??-51002
Average14% growth 2000–20081,443 openings/year$1,200–$5,966/month
HS, VOC,CC, TC,COL, APP
ManagerialCourses
CC: 1, 4–5, 7–9, 12, 14–17,20–22, 24–25,27–26TC: 2–33, 35U: 36, 47–50PU: 56PCS:
Receptionists greet visitors,clients, or customers, deter-mine the purpose of theirvisit, and direct them accord-ingly. They work as informa-tion clerks and answertelephones and operatetelephone switchboards.
WOIS-1452DOT-237.367-038OES-55305
Faster than average22% growth 2000–20081,469 openings/year$1,165–$2,500
OJT, HS,VOC,TC, CC
Receptionist
Business & Administration
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
CC: 1–2, 5–8,11–17, 22, 28,30TC: 31–34
CC: 5–6, 12,15–17, 22, 24,26–27TC: 32–34PCS:
Researchers carry outstudies, gather information,and make recommendationsfor action by administrators.
WOIS-2166DOT-199.267-034OES-25302
Slower than average5% growth 2000–200833 openings/year$2,200–$4,560/month
COL,GRAD
Research
Secretaries perform avariety of clerical and organi-zational duties. They takedictation, type, handlecorrespondence, keep files,and schedule appointments.Some secretaries preparereports, and many operatevarious pieces of officeequipment.
WOIS-1442DOT-201.362-030OES-55108
Slower than average4% growth 2000–20081,093 openings/year$1,165–$3,044/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
U: 36–51PU: 53, 55–56,59–67
SecretarialScience
CC: 1–2, 5–8,11–17, 22–28,30TC: 31–34PCS:
Small Business Operatorsrun various business estab-lishments, manufacturingproducts and selling goodsand services to theircustomers.
WOIS-1142 Outlook and wagesvary greatly, dependingon the business.
HS, CC,TC, COL,GRAD
BusinessAdministration
CC: 1, 5–11,13–17, 20, 22,24–27U: 36–51PU:
39Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Word ProcessingOperators type correspon-dence, reports, insurancepolicies, and other materialinto a computer. They readthe material for errors, makecorrections, and print finalcopies. They also combine ortransfer data between filesand make revisions.
WOIS-1421DOT-203.382-030OES-55307
Declining8% decline 2000–2008209 openings/year$1,165–$2,917/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC, TC
WordProcessing
CC: 1–2, 5–6,8, 11–13, 15,21–26, 28, 30PCS:
Business & Administration
40Section I — Career Search
Education & TrainingInstructional programs and occupations dealing with planning, administering, managing, and providingeducation and training services; related learning support services such as library, information services, childcare, and counseling services; and preparatory medical training in educational settings.
• Child Care• Education Administration, Evaluation & Curriculum• Education Counseling
Kindergarten Teachersteach music, art, literature,social skills, and personalhygiene to children from fiveto six years old.
WOIS-8451DOT-092.227-014OES-31302
Average15% growth 2000–2008363 openings/year$2,760/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
KindergartenEducation,EarlyChildhoodEducation
U: 36–51PU: 55–56, 60–62, 67
Education Administratorsmanage school systems topromote successful academ-ic programs for students andstaff members and provideefficient business operations.Examples of jobs includecollege presidents, schoolsuperintendents, principals,directors, and businessmanagers.
WOIS-1136DOT-099.117-018DOT-099.117-010OES-*
Average19% growth 2000–2008415 openings/year$3,000–$6,700/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
EducationAdministration
U: 36, 42, 44–46PU: 53, 55–56,59, 61–65, 67
Librarians maintain alibrary’s collection ofmaterials such as books,magazines, films, andrecords and assist groupsand individuals in locatingand using these materials.
WOIS-8492DOT-100.127-014OES-31502
Average15% growth 2000–2008150 openings/year$2,310–$4,570/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
LibraryScience
• Librarianship• Preprofessional Medical Studies• Teaching/Training
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Elementary Teachers teacha wide range of academic,social, emotional, and motorskills in first through sixthgrade. Teachers plan andpresent instruction to meetstudent needs according todistrict and state require-ments. They teach reading,math, science, language arts,social studies, and physicaleducation. Some elementaryteachers only teach onesubject to a number ofclasses.
WOIS-8455DOT-092.227-010OES-31305
Average19% growth 2000–20081,404 openings/year$1,910–$3,235/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
ElementaryEducation
U: 36–51PU: 52–53,55–56, 58–61, 65–67
U: 42, 44–46
41Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Library Assistants &Technicians aid librarians inmaintaining, tracing, andchecking out library material.They also provide informationto library patrons.
WOIS-1428DOT-249.367-046OES-*
Average21% growth 2000–2008312 openings/year$1,177–$2,872
HS, CC,TC
LibraryTechnology
CC: 11, 25TC: 34
Rehabilitation Counselorshelp individuals with physical,mental, emotional, or socialdisabilities adjust to theirconditions and becomeself-sufficient.
WOIS-8412DOT-045.107-042DOT-045.107-058OES-31514
Average18% growth 2000–200899 openings/year$2,200–$3,960/month
CC, TC,COL,GRAD,LIC
Social Service,ChemicalDependencyCounseling
CC: 1, 5–7, 9,12, 15–18, 20,25, 28, 30U: 36–56PU: 52–53, 55–56, 58–67
School Counselors helpstudents make the best useof the learning opportunitiesoffered by the school. Theyare concerned with the per-sonal, social, educational,and vocational developmentof students.
WOIS-8416DOT-045.107-010OES-31514
Average18% growth 2000–200899 openings/year$2,360–$3,660/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
EducationalPsychology,Guidance &Counseling
U: 36–51PU: 53, 56,60–65, 67
School Psychologists usetheir knowledge of psychol-ogy to serve the mentalhealth and educational needsof children and young people.
WOIS-8414DOT-045.107-034
Not surveyed$1,500–$3,890/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
SchoolPsychology
Secondary Teachersinstruct students in one ormore subject areas in junioror senior high schools. Theyoften work with students inextracurricular activities.
WOIS-8456DOT-091.227-010OES-31308
Average18% growth 2000–20081,622 openings/year$3,230–$4,080/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
SecondaryEducation
U: 36–51PU: 52–53, 55–56, 58–67
Special EducationTeachers instruct studentswith physical, mental, emo-tional, or learning impair-ments. They are involved indeveloping programs of studyand in working with parentsas part of their instructionalresponsibilities. They act asclassroom managers, as wellas teachers.
WOIS-8459DOT-094.227-010OES-31311
Average18% growth 2000–2008270 openings/year$1,945–$3,180/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
SpecialEducation
Teacher Assistants assistteachers by performing taskssuch as grading papers,duplicating materials, andsupervising play activities.
WOIS-8465DOT-249.367-074DOT-099.327-010OES-*
Average17% growth 2000–20081,005 openings/year$1,165–$2,600/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC
EducationalAide,InstructionalAide
CC: 2, 5, 8, 11,16–17, 20, 26,29, 30TC: 32–33, 35PCS:
U: 36–42, 44–46PU: 61–62
U: 36–42, 47–50PU: 53, 55–56,59–62, 67
Education & Training
42Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
University & CollegeTeachers educate and trainpostsecondary students.They specialize in teachingparticular subjects. Theyadvise students regardingcurriculum requirements,conduct and superviseresearch, and serve onvarious college anduniversity committees.
WOIS-8454DOT-090.227-010OES-*
Average18% growth 2000–20081,610 openings/year$2,830–$7,280/month
COL, GRAD Content Area U: 36–51PU: 52–53, 55–56, 59–65, 67
Vocational Teachers teachskills required for employ-ment in a specific occupation.Specializations includeagriculture, business educa-tion, marketing education,home and daily life, technical,trade and industrial fields,health occupations, andindustrial arts.
WOIS-8452DOT-091.221-010OES-31314
Average17% growth 2000–2008219 openings/year$1,700–$3,930/month
CC, COL,VOC, LIC,APP
Vocational-TechnicalEducation
CC: 23–24U: 36–51PU: 52–53, 55–56, 61–62, 67
Education & Training
43Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
FinanceInstructional programs and occupations dealing with banking, investment, financial planning, economics,and insurance services, including managing and planning for firms and businesses involved in such services.
• Banking & Finance• Financial Planning• Insurance Services
Accountants & Auditorsprepare and analyzebusiness and governmentrecords and financial reportsneeded for effective man-agement. These reports alsoprovide information toinvestors, creditors, andgovernment agencies.
WOIS-1614DOT-160.162-018OES-21114
Average11% growth 2000–2008829 openings/year$1,500–$4,536/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
Accounting U: 36–42, 44–51PU: 53, 55–56,59–62, 65, 67
Bookkeepers record day-to-day business transactionsand maintain systematic,up-to-date records offinancial affairs. Computerskills may be necessary.
WOIS-1616DOT-210.382-014OES-55338
Slower than average0% growth 2000–2008513 openings/year$1,165–$4,200/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Bookkeeping,Accounting(1 or 2-yearprograms)
CC: 1–30TC: 31–35
Bookkeeping & AccountingClerks keep daily financialrecords of a business orcompany. They also calculateemployee wages and mayprepare tax reports. AuditClerks verify financialtransactions inside andoutside the company.
WOIS-1619DOT-216.482-010OES-*
Slower than average2% growth 2000–2008824 openings/year$1,165–$3,900/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Accounting(1- or 2-yearprograms)
CC: 1–30TC: 31–35PCS:
Claim Adjusters investigate,evaluate, and settle claimson insurance policiesresulting from accidents,fires, injuries, embezzlementof funds, and property lossand damage.
WOIS-1632DOT-241.217-010OES-*
Average18% growth 2000–2008161 openings/year$1,500–$4,654/month
OJT, CC,TC, COL,LIC
Insurance,BusinessAdministration
CC: 1, 3, 5–11,13–, 20, 22,24–27, 30TC: 34U: 36–51PU: 53, 55–56,58–65, 67
Bank Tellers receive and payout money, keep records ofcustomers’ transactions, cashchecks, and perform otherbanking duties.
WOIS-1644DOT-211.362-018OES-*
Slower than average3% growth 2000–2008532 openings/year$1,165–$2,073/month
OJT, HS,VOC,CC, TC
Teller Training CC: 12, 24TC: 35PCS:
44Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Financial InstitutionManagers oversee theoperations of banks, savingsand loan associations, creditunions, and related financialservices.
WOIS-1148DOT-186.167-086OES-*
Average14% growth 2000–2008742 openings/year$1,400–$6,557/month
COL,GRAD
Finance
U: 42, 44–57PU: 53, 61, 65
Financial Planners developand coordinate financialplans to help individuals,businesses, and organiza-tions reach their financialgoals.
WOIS-1615DOT-250.257-014OES-*
Faster than average32% growth 2000–2008100 openings/yearEarnings vary greatly
COL,GRAD,LIC
Finance
Income Tax Advisors helpindividuals prepare andcomplete tax forms.
WOIS-1612DOT-219.362-070OES-21111
Slower than average6% growth 2000–200850 openings/year$1,165–$4,170/month
VOC,COL
Income TaxPractitioner
Insurance Agents sellindividual and group insur-ance policies. Agents provideadvice to clients on theirinsurance needs regardingthe type and amount needed.
WOIS-7416DOT-250.257-010OES-43002
Average11% growth 2000–2008246 openings/year$1,165–$3,988
OJT, HS,VOC, COL,APP, LIC
Insurance
Underwriters review insur-ance applications, deter-mine the risk involved, andaccept or reject applicationsbased on a company’s un-derwriting policies. Most un-derwriters specialize in prop-erty, life, liability, or health.
WOIS- 1635DOT-169.267-046OES-21102
Average7% growth 2000–200858 openings/year$2,011–$4,496/month
COL BusinessAdministration
Loan Officers evaluateapplicants’ financialbackgrounds to determinetheir eligibility for loans.
WOIS-1636DOT-186.267-018OES-*
Faster than average22% growth 2000–2008280 openings/year$1,400–$4,180
OJT, COL Accounting,Banking,BusinessAdministration
Securities Sales Peoplecounsel clients regardinginvestment opportunities.Clients may be individuals,groups, or businesses. Se-curity salespeople buy, sell,or transfer stocks and bondsfor clients. They may spe-cialize in one area of theeconomy, dealing mainlywith auto, precious metals,oil, or pharmaceutical stocks.Those who deal with agricul-tural products are calledCommodity (Futures)Brokers.
WOIS-7415DOT-250.257-018OES-*
Faster than average32% growth 2000–2008183 openings/year$1,200–$8,939/month
OJT, COL,LIC
Finance,Economics
U: 42, 44–46,51PU: 53, 62,65
CC: 13PCS:
U: 36–51PU: 53, 55–56,58–65, 67
U: 36–51PU: 52–53, 55–56, 58–65, 67
U: 36–51PU: 53, 55,59, 61–67
TC: ??U: 34PCS:
Finance
45Section I — Career Search
Government Executivesoversee and regulate theoperations and policies ofgovernments to meet theneeds of the people theyserve.
Government & Public AdministrationInstructional programs and occupations dealing with planning, managing, and providing government legislative,administrative, and regulatory services; includes government services at the federal, state, and local levelssuch as public finance and planning.
• Governmental Relations• Public Administration• Public Finance & Planning
Mail Carriers collect anddeliver letters, magazines,and packages alongassigned routes.
Park Rangers & Naturalistswork to preserve and teachan appreciation of our naturaland historical heritage.
Customs Inspectors inspectpeople, cargo, and othergoods to enforce regulationsand laws regarding the typeand amount of goods thatmay enter or leave thecountry.
WOIS-9475DOT-168.267-022
Not surveyed$1,709–$3,145+/month
CC, COL CriminalJustice & LawEnforcement
WOIS-1139 Not surveyedEarnings vary greatly
COL, GRAD Public Admin-istration, Polit-ical Sciences,BusinessAdministration,Law
WOIS-7122DOT-230.367-010OES-57305
Slower than average4% growth 2000–2008203 openings/year$1,655–$3,150/month
OJT, HS
WOIS-9422DOT-169.167-042
Not surveyed$1,580–$3,010/month
COL Parks &CommunityRecreationManagement
Postal Clerks are respon-sible for organizing all mailthat goes through the postoffice. They may also sellstamps, postal insurance,and register letters.
WOIS-7123DOT-243.367-014OES-57308
Slower than average4% growth 2000–2008136 openings/year$1,213–$3,558/month
OJT, HS No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
U: 36–51PU: 52–53, 55–56, 58–67
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
U: 42, 44–51PU: 55, 59
CC: 1, 4–6, 8–12,14–17, 21–21,24,26–27, 30U: 36, 42, 47–50PU: 55, 60–61
46Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Road Maintenance Work-ers perform a wide variety ofskilled and semiskilled tasksto maintain highways, city,and rural roads, and thesurrounding landscape.
WOIS-4285DOT-899.684-014OES-87711
Declining3% decline 2000–200861 openings/year$1,966–$3,688/month
OJT, HS HeavyEquipmentOperation
PCS:
Urban & Regional Plannersplan for the overall growthand improvement of cities,counties; and metropolitanareas.
WOIS-2167DOT-199.167-014OES-27105
Average10% growth 2000–200851 openings/year$1,600–$6,635/month
COL, GRAD Urban &RegionalPlanning
Wastewater TreatmentPlant Operators work withsewage treatment, sludgeprocessing, and disposalequipment to control the flowand processing of waste.
WOIS-5946DOT-955.362-010OES-95002
Faster than average24% growth 2000–200872 openings/year$1,165–$3,620/month
OJT, HS,CC, LIC,APP
Water &WastewaterTechnology
CC: 10, 22
Public Administratorscoordinate and direct publicservices in order to meet theneeds of the community orstate.
WOIS-1138OES-*
Average9% growth 2000–200862 openings/year$2,860–$6,350/month
COL,GRAD
PublicAdministration,BusinessAdministration
U: 36, 47–51PU: 52–53,55–56, 58–65,67
Government & Public Administration
U: 36–42, 44–50
47Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Health ScienceInstructional programs and occupations dealing with planning, managing, and providing diagnostic, thera-peutic, treatment, research, and information services related to the physical and mental health of humans.
• Diagnostic & Treatment Technologies• Health & Medical Care Services• Health Treatment Specialties
Dental Assistants aid den-tists by preparing patients forexamination and treatment.They may also performlaboratory procedures.
WOIS-8176DOT-079.361-018OES-66002
Faster than average32% growth 2000–2008509 openings/year$1,560–$2,850/month
OJT, VOC,CC, TC
DentalAssisting
CC: 11, 19, 22,24TC: 31–35PCS:
Chiropractors treat patientsby manually adjusting partsof the body, giving specialattention to the spineand nervous system.
WOIS-8122DOT-079.101-010
Not surveyed$2,000–$15,000/month
COL, LIC Chiropractic No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Cardiovascular Technolo-gists work with doctors todiagnose and treat diseasesof the heart and circulatorysystem. They may specializein invasive or noninvasiveprocedures.
WOIS-8157DOT-078.362-030DOT-078.364-014DOT-078.362-018OES-32925
Slower than average4% growth 2000–200814 openings/year$2,300–$3,970/month
OJT, HS,CC, COL
CardiovascularTechnology
Acupuncturists use a formof Chinese medicine calledacupuncture to diagnose,treat, and restore the healthof their patients.
WOIS-8111DOT-079.271.010
Not surveyed$2,500-$5,000/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
Acupuncture,ChineseMedicine
Chiropractic Techniciansprovide clinical and officeassistance to chiropractors.They help with physicalexaminations of patients andperform general office duties.
WOIS-8175DOT-079.364-010
Not surveyed$1,165–$2,610/month
OJT, CC ChiropracticTechnician
• Medical Science & Research• Mental Health Services
PCS:
CC: 24
CC: 11
Dental Hygienists assistdentists by cleaning, polish-ing, and taking x-rays ofpatients’ teeth. Hygienistsinstruct patients in proper oralhygiene.
WOIS-8152DOT-078.361-010OES-32908
Faster than average38% growth 2000–2008364 openings/year$2,480–$6,860
CC, TC,COL, LIC
DentalHygiene
CC: 5, 16–17,30, 30TC: 34U: 42, 44–46
48Section I — Career Search
Dental LaboratoryTechnicians make andrepair various dentalappliances, such as denturesand crowns, according towritten instructions andpatients’ mouth impressionstaken by dentists.
WOIS-2655DOT-712.381-018OES-89921
Faster than average23% growth 2000–200869 openings/year$1,210–$2,930/month
OJT, HS,VOC, TC,APP
DentalLaboratoryTechnician
Dentists diagnose and treatpatients with diseases,injuries, or malformations ofthe teeth, gums, and mouth.They fill cavities, extractteeth, perform correctivesurgery, and help patientsprevent such problems.
WOIS-8142DOT-072.101-010OES-32105
Average11% growth 2000–2008137 openings/year$4,170–$28,480/month
GRAD,LIC
Dentistry U: 44–46
Dietitians promote andmaintain health, prevent ortreat illness, and aid rehabili-tation through nutrition,education, and diet.
WOIS-8136DOT-077.127-010DOT-077.127-014OES-*
Average15% growth 2000–200853 openings/year$2,200–$3,710/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
Nutrition U: 36–41, 44–50PU: 61
ElectroneurodiagnosticTechnologists operatespecialized equipment thatmeasures and records elec-trical brain activity. This pro-cess is used by physicians indiagnosing brain disordersand assessing brain damage.
WOIS-8156DOT-078.362-022OES-32923
Average17% growth 2000–20086 openings/year$900–$3,910/month
OJT, HS ElectrodiagnosticTechnology
PCS:
Emergency MedicalTechnicians (also calledParamedics) work as mem-bers of emergency teams,providing immediate first-aidtreatment and transportingsick and injured people tomedical facilities.
WOIS-8168DOT-079.374-010OES-32508
Faster than average36% growth 2000–2008$1,335–$4,586/month
HS, CC, TC,COL, APP, LIC
EmergencyMedicalTechni-cian,ParamedicTraining
CC: 13, 24, 26U: 36–41PCS:
Health Aides perform avariety of duties in connec-tion with health servicesprovided in the community.
WOIS-8178DOT-335.354-010DOT-354.377-010DOT-355.377-118DOT-355.377-014DOT-354.677-010OES-*
Average18% growth 2000–2008295 openings/year$1,165–$2,320
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, LIC
HealthTechnology,Gerontology,Health CareAssistant
CC: 2, 5–7, 10–13, 17, 19, 21–22, 25–28, 30TC: 32, 35PCS:
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Health Science
TC: 31
49Section I — Career Search
Health Service Administra-tors manage hospitals andother health facilities andtheir staffs to assuresatisfactory patient care.
WOIS-1134DOT-187.177-010OES-15008
Faster than average22% growth 2000–2008244 openings/year$2,790–$6,090/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
Health CareAdministration
U: 42, 44–50PCS:
Health Technicians &Technologists use medicalequipment to aid in thediagnosis and therapy ofvarious health problems.
WOIS-8155DOT-078.362-014DOT-078.261-014DOT-078.361-038DOT-712.381-034DOT-712,381-038OES-*
Average18% growth 2000–2008455 openings/year$1,127–$2,790/month
OJT, CC,TC, COL,APP
HealthTechnology
CC: 6, 16–17,20, 25, 28TC: 33–34U: 42, 44–46PU: 59, 61PCS:
Health Therapists helppatients regain control of theirlives. Art and music thera-pists work primarily withpsychiatric patients. Recrea-tional and manual arts thera-pists work with people of allages. Orientation therapistshelp newly blind individualsrelearn daily living skills.
WOIS-8126DOT-076.127-014DOT-076.127-010DOT-076.124-014OES-*
Faster than average25% growth 2000–200841 openings/year$1,165–$3,580/month
COL, GRAD,APP
ActivitiesTherapy,HealthScience,RehabilitationMedicine,OccupationalTherapy
U: 42, 44–46PU: 64–65PCS:
Home Health Aides providebasic health care, personalcare, and emotional supportto elderly, ill and disabledpeople in the patients’homes.
WOIS-8179DOT-354.377-014OES-66011
Average20% growth 2000–2008641 openings/year$1,165–$2,080/month
OJT, CC,TC, LIC
NursingAssistant,GerontologyAide
CC: 2, 5–8, 10,12–13, 16–17,19, 21–22, 25–28, 30TC: 32, 35PU: 56PCS:
Licensed Practical Nursesgive routine health care andpersonal care to patients andassist registered nurses andphysicians with patients whoare seriously ill. They providecare to patients in hospitals,clinics, private homes, andother settings.
WOIS-8164DOT-079.374-014OES-32505
Average16% growth 2000–2008432 openings/year$1,910–$2,840/month
CC, TC,LIC
PracticalNursing
CC: 2, 4–6, 8–10, 12–17, 21–22, 24, 27–28,30TC: 31–35
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Health Science
50Section I — Career Search
Naturopathic Physicianstreat a variety of healthproblems, using naturaltherapies.
Medical Assistants performbasic office, laboratory, andclinical duties to assist phy-sicians in caring for patients.They prepare treatmentrooms, supplies, instruments,and patients for physicianand hand instruments andmaterials to physician asdirected.
WOIS-8186DOT-079.362-010OES-66005
Faster than average46% growth 2000–2008419 openings/year$1,390–$2,610/month
HS, VOC,CC, TC
MedicalAssistant
CC: 8, 10–15,19, 22, 24, 29TC: 31, 33–35PCS:
Medical LaboratoryTechnicians/Technologistsperform lab tests to provideinformation for use by physi-cians in detecting, diagnos-ing, or treating diseases.
WOIS-8154DOT-078.381-014DOT-078.261-038OES-*
Faster than average22% growth 2000–2008237 openings/year$1,960–$3,930/month
HS, CC,TC, COL
MedicalLaboratoryTechnology
CC: 5, 20, 24,26TC: 33, 35U: 36–42, 44–46PU: 59, 62
Medical Records Techni-cians compile, verify, file,and maintain medical recordsof hospital and clinic patientsfor use by physicians, forresearch and study, and todevelop medical statistics.
WOIS-1431DOT-079.362-014OES-32911
Faster than average41% growth 2000–2008183 openings/year$1,508–$2,700/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC
MedicalRecordsTechnology
CC: 5, 20, 24,26
Medical Secretaries performclerical and administrativesupport duties in medicaloffices.
WOIS-1446DOT-201.362-014OES-55105
Faster than average22% growth 2000–-2008186 openings/year$1,165–$2,587/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, COL
MedicalSecretarialCourses
CC: 4–9, 11–12, 14, 16–17,20–22, 24, 26–28, 30TC: 32, 34–35PCS:
WOIS-8123DOT-079.101-014
Not surveyed$2,000–$3,333/month
COL, LIC NaturopathicMedicine
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Midwives are trained profes-sionals who provide healthcare and support to a womanand her newborn during thenormal childbearing cycle.
WOIS-8169DOT-075.264-014
Not surveyed$1,165–$5,810/month
VOC, COL,GRAD, LIC
Midwifery
PCS:
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Health Science
Massage Therapists usetheir hands to provide treat-ment for body muscles andfor improving circulation,increasing joint flexibility,relieving pain due to tensionor overexertion, and relievinggeneral tension.
WOIS-8641DOT-334.374-010
Not surveyed$1,440+/monthEarnings vary greatly
VOC, LIC MassageTherapy
TC: 33, 35PCS:
51Section I — Career Search
Pharmacists interpret pres-criptions, review patientprofiles, and prepare, com-pound, and dispense medica-tion prescribed by physiciansand other authorized medicalspecialists. They dispensenonprescription medicationsto the public and provideinformation about medicinesto consumers and health careproviders.
WOIS-8124DOT-074.161-010OES-32517
Average17% growth 2000–2008184 openings/year$4,360–$6,800
COL,GRAD,LIC
Pharmacy U: 44–50
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Health Science
Nurse Practitioners arespecialists who provide gen-eral medical care to patientsin health care facilities. Theyindependently perform tasksthat were once done only bylicensed physicians.
WOIS-8163DOT-075.264-010OES-32502
Average13% growth 2000–2008121 openings/year$3,100–$5,290/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
Nursing,NursePractitioner
U: 42, 44–50PU: 55, 57, 59,61–62, 65, 67
Nursing Assistants assist inthe care of hospital patientsunder the direction of nursingand medical staff. They maymake beds, serve meals, andbathe patients.
WOIS-8174DOT-355.674-014DOT-335.674-018OES-66008
Average19% growth 2000–2008856 openings/year$1,165–$2,360/month
OJT, VOC,CC,TC, LIC
NursingAssistant
CC: 2, 5, 8, 12–13, 16–17, 19,21–22, 26–28,30TC: 32, 35PCS:
Occupational Therapistsplan and organize activitiesto improve the function ofphysically, mentally, or emo-tionally disabled patients.They plan and direct educa-tional, vocational, andrecreational activities to helppatients become as self-sufficient as possible in self-care and daily life.
WOIS-8125DOT-076.121-010OES-32305
Faster than average31% growth 2000–200888 openings/year$2,250–$5,550/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
OccupationalTherapy
U: 42, 44–46PU: 64
Opticians measure and fiteyeglasses and grind thelenses according to prescrip-tions from optometrists andophthalmologists.
WOIS-2656DOT-299.361-010DOT-716.280-014OES-*
Slower than average5% growth 2000–200866 openings/year$1,165–$3,250/month
OJT, HS,CC, APP,LIC
OpticalDispensing,OptometricTechnology
CC: 18, 24
Optometrists provide visioncare services to help peoplepreserve and improve theirvision. They conduct examin-ations to detect vision prob-lems, eye diseases, andother abnormal conditionsaffecting vision.
WOIS-8134DOT-079.101-018OES-32108
Declining3% decline 2000–200821 openings/year$5,000–$9,500/month
GRAD, LIC Preoptometry No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
52Section I — Career Search
Physical Therapists planand administer medicallyprescribed therapy programsfor the rehabilitation of peoplewith muscle, bone, nerve, orjoint injuries.
WOIS-8127DOT-076.121-014OES-32308
Faster than average36% growth 2000–2008174 openings/year$2,860–$5,600/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
PhysicalTherapy
Physician Assistantsprovide patient servicesunder the supervision andresponsibility of a physician.They take patients’ medicalhistories, order lab tests andx-rays, counsel patients, etc.
WOIS-8121DOT-079.364-018OES-32511
Faster than average29% growth 2000–200890 openings/year$2,800–$5,000/month
COL, LIC PhysicianAssistantTraining(medex)
U: 44–46
Physicians diagnose andtreat human diseases andinjuries, as well as practicepreventive medicine. Somecombine medical practicewith research or teaching inmedical schools.
WOIS-8112DOT-070.101-022OES-32102
Average12% growth 2000–2008312 openings/yearEarnings vary greatly($2,782–$33,070/mo.)
GRAD,LIC
Medicine U: 44–46
Psychologists study thecapacities, interests, andbehavior of people in order tounderstand and explain theway they act and respond.They may specialize in areassuch as clinical, child,developmental, andanalytical psychology.
WOIS-8434DOT-045.107-022DOT-045.107-026OES-27108
Average9% growth 2000–200875 openings/year$2,600–$6,430/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
ClinicalPsychology,ExperimentalPsychology,Psychology
U: 36–51PU: 52–53, 55–56, 58–67
Radiologic Technicians usex-ray, ultrasound, or mag-netic scanning equipment toaid in the diagnosis andtreatment of patients withvarious health problems.Some do radiation therapywork by administeringprescribed doses of radiationto affected areas of the body.
WOIS-8153DOT-078.361-034DOT-078.362-026OES-*
Average18% growth 2000–2008142 openings/year$1,900–$4,070/month
VOC, CC,COL, LIC
RadiologicTechnology,DiagnosticUltrasound
CC: 1, 26, 28,30PU: 62PCS:
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Health Science
Pharmacy Technicians &Assistants help pharmacistsby performing certaintechnical tasks and servingcustomers.
WOIS-8181DOT-074.381-010OES-66026OES-32518
Average17% growth 2000–2008124 openings/year$1,390–$2,480/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,LIC
PharmacyAssistant/TechnicianTraining
CC: 5–6, 9, 13,24, 26TC: 333, 35PCS:
U: 42, 44–46PU: 64
53Section I — Career Search
Respiratory Therapistswork under the supervision ofphysicians with patients whohave difficulty breathingbecause of lung or heart dis-orders. Cases may rangefrom asthma, emphysema,bronchitis, or pneumonia toemergency care for heartfailure, chest injuries, pre-mature birth, or postsurgicalcomplications.
WOIS-8165DOT-076.361-014OES-32302
Faster than average30% growth 2000–200869 openings/year$1,600–$3,320/month
CC, COL RespiratoryTherapy
CC: 11, 18, 24,26
Speech-Language Path-ologists evaluate and treatspeech, language, voice, andfluency disorders. Audiolo-gists evaluate and treathearing disorders. Thesespecialties are interrelated.To be competent in one, it isnecessary to be familiar withboth.
WOIS-8128DOT-076.107-010DOT-076.101-010OES-32314
Faster than average27% growth 2000–200885 openings/year$2,950–$5,200/month
COL,GRAD
SpeechPathology& Audiology,Speech &HearingScience
Surgical Technologistswork as part of a health careteam to create a safe andsterile environment forpatients before, during, andafter surgery.
WOIS-8182DOT-079.374-022OES-32928
Average16% growth 2000–200833 openings/year$1,990–$2,700/month
CC, TC, VOC SurgicalTechnology
CC: 18, 24TC: 33, 35
Therapist Assistants sup-port occupational or physicaltherapists in therapy thathelps patients regain,improve, or adjust to physicalor mental capacities. Aidessupport therapists andassistant therapists.
WOIS-8183DOT-076.224-010DOT-076.364-010OES-66017OES-66021
Faster than average44% growth 2000–2008190 openings/year$1,165–$3,040/month
OJT, VOC,CC, LIC
OccupationalTherapy orPhysicalTherapyAssisting
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Health Science
Registered Nurses care forsick and injured people usingprocedures that requirespecialized skills. They arehighly trained and arelicensed by the state in whichthey work. Nurses may workin a variety of settings,including schools, hospitals,and public health facilities.
WOIS-8162DOT-075.364-010OES-32502
Average13% growth 2000–20081,090 openings/year$1,900–$5,490/month
CC, COL,GRAD, LIC
RegisteredNursing
CC: 1–2, 5–6,8–9, 11–12,14–15, 19–22,26, 30U: 42, 44–46PU: 55, 58–59, 62–62, 65,67
CC: 10, 25, 29–30PCS:
U: 42, 44–51
54Section I — Career Search
Veterinary Techniciansassist veterinarians in thehandling and health care ofanimals, including surgicalassistance and both pre- andpostoperative care.
WOIS-8131DOT-079.361-014OES-32951OES-79806
Average12% growth 2000–200863 openings/year$1,210–$2,600/month
HS, CC,TC, LIC
VeterinarianAssistantTraining,VeterinaryTechnology
CC: 16–17,30TC: 32PCS:
Veterinarians diagnose,treat, and control diseasesand injuries of animals. Theyperform surgery andprescribe and administermedicine.
WOIS-8132DOT-073.101-010OES-32114
Average9% growth 2000–200866 openings/year$1,670–$5,420/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
VeterinaryMedicine
U: 47–50
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Health Science
55Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Hospitality & Tourism
Hospitality & TourismInstructional programs and occupations dealing with the provision of lodging, food, recreation, conventions,tourism, travel, and related planning and support services.
• Food Preparation & Services• Lodging, Housekeeping & Janitorial
Bartenders mix and servealcoholic and nonalcoholicbeverages following standardrecipes or customers’requests. They work in bars,hotels, private clubs, andrestaurants.
WOIS-7852DOT-312.474-010OES-65005
Average8% growth 2000–2008612 openings/year$1,165–$1,560/month
OJT, VOCFood &BeverageService,Mixology & BarManagement
Buspersons clear tablesand counters in eating placesto prepare for the nextcustomers.
WOIS-7888DOT-311.677-018OES-65014
Average16% growth 2000–2008451 openings/year$1,165–$1,265/month
OJT, LIC No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Casino Workers conductcard games or games ofchance for customers ingambling casinos.
WOIS-9841DOT-343.464-010
Not surveyed$1,165/month+tips
OJT CasinoGaming
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Chefs prepare and cookfood; usually in large quanti-ties. They may specialize in aparticular type of food andmay be employed in hotelsand specialty restaurants.
WOIS-7824DOT-313.131-014OES-65026
Average20% growth 2000–2008446 openings/year$1,165–$4,583+/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, COL,APP
Culinary Arts CC: 5, 7, 13–14, 16–18, 21–24TC: 31–32, 34–35U: 36PCS:
Dinner Cooks prepare,season, and cook varioussoups, meats, vegetables,desserts, and other foods forthe public.
WOIS-7825DOT-313.361-014OES-*
Average17% growth 2000–2008734 openings/year$1,165–$2,270/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP, LIC
Culinary Arts CC: 5, 7, 13–14, 18, 21–24TC: 31–32, 34–35PCS:
• Recreation, Gaming & Sports• Travel & Tourism
PCS:
56Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Hospitality & Tourism
Fry Cooks prepare food toorder, such as hamburgers,eggs, and sandwiches inrestaurants and cafes thatemphasize fast service.
WOIS-7826DOT-313.374-010DOT-313.374-014OES-*
Average24% growth 2000–2008790 openings/year$1,165–$1,610/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, LIC
Culinary Arts CC: 5, 7, 13,15, 18, 21–24TC: 31–32, 34–35PCS:
Hotel & Motel Managersdirect and coordinate theoperation of hotels, motels,lodging facilities, and restaur-ants, including housekeep-ing, food service, accounting,and guest room service.
WOIS-1132DOT-187.117-038OES-15026
Faster than average27% growth 2000–2008859 openings/year$1,165–$5,000/month+bonuses
HS, VOC,CC, TC,COL
Hotel, MotelManagement
Restaurant Managers areresponsible for the generaloperation of restaurants.They coordinate the entirebusiness operation forsanitary, efficient, andcourteous service.
WOIS-1131DOT-187.167-106OES-15026
Average27% growth 2000–2008859 openings/year$1,165–$5,389/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,COL,
RestaurantManagement
Room Cleaners do the dailycleaning of rooms in hotels,motels, and health facilities.
WOIS-3454DOT-323.687-014OES-*
Slower than average6% growth 2000–2008$1,165–$1,800/month
OJT No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Food Preparation &Service Workers preparefood and beverages inrestaurants, hotels, hospitals,and other establishments thatserve food. Depending on thetype of food service, theymay make salads, coffee, orsandwiches; assemble foodin the kitchen; help the cook;or supply a food counter.They may also unloadsupplies from delivery trucksand clean work areas andequipment.
WOIS-7848DOT-317.687-010DOT-318.687-010DOT-317.664-010OES-*
Average19% growth 2000–20086,593 openings/year$1,165–$1,990/month
OJT, CC,TC, APP,LIC
Food &BeverageService,Culinary Arts
CC: 5, 7, 13–14, 18, 21–24TC: 31–32, 34–35PCS:
Hotel & Motel Desk Clerksgreet and register guests,reserve and assign rooms,issue keys, sort mail, andprovide information abouthotel services.
WOIS-1458DOT-238.367-038OES-53808
Average8% growth 2000–2008157 openings/year$1,165–$1,579/month
HS, VOC,CC, TC
HotelManagement
CC: 11, 21, 23–24, 30TC: 34
CC: 11, 13, 21,23–24, 30TC: 34U: 47–50
CC: 4–5, 7 13,18, 21–24, 30TC: 33U: 47–50PCS:
57Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Hospitality & Tourism
Tour Guides escort groups ofpeople and explain points ofinterest, usually following aspecial route.
Ticket Agents gather,compile, record, and verifypassenger travel informationto write airline, bus, ship, ortrain tickets. Some alsoassist passengers and checktickets at the entrance gatewhen passengers areboarding or departing.
WOIS-1425DOT-238.367-026OES-53805
Declining2% decline 2000–2008112 openings/year$1,165–$2,960/month
VOC, CC,TC
Travel &Tourism
CC: 7, 11, 30TC: 32–33
WOIS-8489DOT-353.167-010OES-68017
Average7% growth 2000–200815 openings/year$1,165–$2,311/month
LIC No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Travel Agents help peoplemake plans for vacations andother trips by arranging trans-portation, lodging, and activi-ties. Agents use travelmanuals, four-packagebrochures, lodging, airlines,and other carrier-rateschedules to help clientsobtain the most convenientand economical means oftravel. They rely heavily oncomputers. An ability to com-municate and a desire towork with people is essential.This job can be quite stress-ful during peak seasons.
WOIS-1424DOT-252.152-010OES-*
Average16% growth 2000–2008228 openings/year$1,165–$3,000/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC
Travel &Tourism
Waiters & Waitresses takeorders, serve food andbeverages, total checks, andsometimes take payments.Duties vary with the type ofservice provided by therestaurant.
WOIS-7854DOT-311.477-030OES-*
Average15% growth 2000–20083,206 openings/year$1,165/month+tips
OJT, CC Dining RoomService
CC: 7, 11, 30TC: 32–33PCS:
CC: 13
58Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Human ServicesInstructional programs and occupations dealing with promoting and providing individual, family, and communityrelations and wellness , including family and work issues, religious services, care for the elderly, and socialwork.
• Family & Consumer Sciences• Religious Services• Social Services
Athletic Trainers helpathletes become and stayphysically fit so they cancompete in sports. Trainerswork with coaches andphysicians to prevent,evaluate, treat, andrehabilitate athletic injuries.
WOIS-8158DOT-153.224-010OES-34058
Average15% growth 2000–2008$1,500–$8,000/month
COL PhysicalEducation,PhysicalTherapy
U: 36–42, 44–46, 51PU: 55, 59, 61,64–65, 67
Caseworkers provide amultitude of services to helppeople solve their individualand family problems. Case-workers specialize in suchfields as child welfare, familyservices, medical, psychiatricand public assistance.
WOIS-8418DOT-195.107-010
Not surveyed$1,165–$3,540
COL,GRAD
Social & HumanServices,Corrections
U: 36–51PU: 56, 59–60,62, 65
Child Care Workers super-vise and care for children inpreschool or day care pro-grams. They are responsiblefor the care, safety, andconduct of the children intheir charge.
WOIS-8449DOT-359.677-018DOT-359.677-018OES-68038
Faster than average26% growth 2000–20081,173 openings/year$1,165–$2,440/month
OJT, HS,VOC,CC, TC
Child CareProvider,EarlyChildhoodEducationPara-professional
CC: 1, 4–6, 8,10–18, 20–22,25, 27–30TC: 31, 33–35PU: 56
Clergy conduct religiousservices and perform dutiesrelated to beliefs andpractices of their faith. Anability to speak and writeeffectively and organize andsupervise others is needed.Religious work can be verystressful. Most clergy are oncall 24 hours a day, visit thesick in hospitals, counseltheir members, and performmarriage and funeralceremonies.
WOIS-8436DOT-120.107-010OES-*
Average16% growth 2000–2008153 openings/year$1,500–$3,510/month
OJT, COL,GRAD
Religion &Theology,Ministry
PU: 55, 58, 62–65
59Section I — Career Search Human Services
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Domestic Service Workersassume household responsi-bilities such as cleaning,cooking, laundering, andchild care for individuals.
WOIS-3456DOT-301.474-010DOT-301.137-010DOT-301.687-014OES-*
Slower than average2% growth 2000–2008568 openings/year$1,165–$1,400/month
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Fitness Instructorsdemonstrate exercises anduse of equipment to helppatrons control weight andachieve physical fitness.
WOIS-8642DOT-359.567-010DOT-153.227-014
Not surveyed$1,300–$3,060/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,COL
Health/FitnessTechnology
CC: 9, 25TC: 34–35PU: 55, 59
Fund-Raising Administra-tors plan, manage, and carryout programs to raise moneyfor charities, institutions, andvarious nonprofit organiza-tions.
WOIS-1197DOT-165.117-010DOT-165.117-014
Not surveyed$2,080–$7,698/month
COL BusinessAdministration,Marketing,Public Relations,Communica-tions,SpeechCommunication
U: 36–51PU: 52–56, 58–65, 67
Funeral Directors &Embalmers arrange andconduct funeral and burialservices and prepare andarrange bodies for burial.
WOIS-8632DOT-338.371-014DOT-187.167-030OES-*
Declining1% decline 2000–200815 openings/year$1,165–$4,567/month
LIC, CC,APP
Funeral ServiceEducation
A regionalprogram isoffered at Mt.HoodCommunityCollege nearPortland,Oregon.
Interpreters & Translatorsconvert words from onelanguage to another.Interpreters translate spokenlanguage. Translators workwith written material.
WOIS-2184DOT-137.267-010DOT-137.267-018
Not surveyedEarnings vary greatly
CC, COL,APP,GRAD
ForeignLanguage
CC: 1U: 36–51PU: 55–56, 59,61–67
Janitors keep rooms, halls,offices, lobbies, and loungesclean and attractive andprovide necessary suppliesto the occupants.
WOIS-3455DOT-382.664-010OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–20081,351 openings/year$1,165–$2,500/month
OJT, CC,TC
CustodialServices,BuildingMaintenanceTechnology
CC: 22–23TC: 31PCS:
Mental Health Counselorshelp individuals, couples, andfamilies to deal with emotionaland interpersonal problems.Hypnotherapists use hypnosisto change behavior patternsor increase motivation inclients.
WOIS-8411DOT-045.107–050DOT-045.107-054OES-27302
Faster than average29% growth 2000–2008413 openings/year$1,900–$4,250/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
ClinicalPsychology,Sociology
U: 36–51PU: 52–53, 55–56, 58–67
60Section I — Career Search Human Services
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Parole & Probation Officerswork with legal offenders tohelp them readjust to society.
WOIS-8422DOT-195.107-046
Not surveyed$1,500–$3,300/month
COL,GRAD
CriminalScience,Sociology
U: 36–51PU: 53, 55–56,59–67
Professional Athletesparticipate in competitiveathletic events to earn theirliving. They may compete insoccer, volleyball, boxing,bowling, auto racing, hockey,football, baseball, basketball,golf, tennis, and sailing.
WOIS-9878DOT-153.341-010OES-34058
Average15% growth 2000–200898 openings/yearEarnings vary greatly
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Recreation Attendantsschedule use of recreationfacilities, such as golfcourses, racquet courts,and softball diamonds andprovide services to thosewho use the facilities.
WOIS-8487DOT-195.367-030OES-*
Average19% growth 2000–2008867 openings/year$1,165–$2,379/month
OJT, HS,CC
Recreation
Recreation Leaders plan,organize, and direct leisureactivities for the public orindividuals with specificneeds. Activities may includearts and crafts, athletics, anddancing.
WOIS-8486DOT-195.227-014OES-*
Faster than average28% growth 2000–2008758 openings/year$1,690–$3,320
OJT, CC,COL
PhysicalEducationRecreation &ParkManagement,RecreationTechnology
CC: 1, 24, 44,51PU: 55, 59, 61,64–65, 67
Residential Counselorssupervise, guide, and provideinstruction in daily living skillsto residents in institutionalsettings.
WOIS-8423DOT-187.167-186OES-27307
Faster than average29% growth 2000–2008292 openings/year$1,165–$2,540/month
TC, CC Social Science,Social & HumanServices
CC: 6–7, 18,20, 25, 26, 29TC: 33U: 36–51PU: 56, 59–60,62, 65
Sign Language Interpreterslink the words of the hearingand the nonhearing byinterpreting spoken signlanguage communication.
WOIS-8446DOT-137.267-014
Not surveyed$1,390–$3,470/month
OJT, CC Sign LanguageInterpreter
CC: 18, 22, 25
Social Program Plannersanalyze community needsand design programs tolessen social problems.This occupation includesresearch, programevaluation, and policy andprogram planning.
WOIS-2164DOT-188.167-010
Not surveyed$1,500–$5,070/month
COL,GRAD
Social Science,Social & HumanServices
U: 36–51PU: 56, 59–60,62, 65
CC: 1, 24
61Section I — Career Search Human Services
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Social Service Aidesprovide much of the leg worknecessary to implementsocial service, employmentand training, and communityhealth programs.
WOIS-8428DOT-195.367-034OES-*
Faster than average47% growth 2000–2008642 openings/year$1,165–$2,310/month
OJT, CC Social Science CC: 6–7, 9, 16–18, 20–21, 25–26
Social Services Specialistsprovide professionalassistance in programimplementation to helppeople overcome financial,personal, employment,health, or family problems.
WOIS-8424DOT-195.167-010OES-27305
Faster than average23% growth 2000–2008$1,800–$3,410/month
CC, COL,GRAD,LIC
Social Science,Social & HumanServices
CC: 6–7, 18,20–21, 25–26U: 36–51PU: 56–57, 59–60,62, 65
62Section I — Career Search
Information TechnologyInstructional programs and occupations dealing with the design, programming, development, management,maintenance, and operation of computer, information, communication, and technology networks, includingrelated hardware and software.
• Business Information Systems• Computer Systems Analysis & Engineering Services
Computer Operators mon-itor and operate computerconsoles and peripheralequipment such as printersand disk drives. They assistother computer specialists intesting computer programs.
WOIS-2356DOT-213.362-010OES-*
Declining25% decline 2000–200868 openings/year$1,213–$3,250/month
OJT, HS,VOC,CC, TC
ComputerSupportSpecialist
Computer Programmerswrite step-by-step instruc-tions for computers. Theseinstructions or programs tellthe computer exactly what itmust do to solve a problemor perform a job. Program-mers may work long hoursalone or in teams on bigprojects.
WOIS-2354DOT-030.162-010OES-*
Slower than average2% growth 2000–2008449 openings/year$1,900–$7,013/month
OJT, HS,VOC,CC, TC, COL
ComputerScience,ComputerProgramming
CC: 1–2, 4, 6–8,10–14, 16–18,20,26, 28–30TC: 31–35U: 36–51PU: 53–56, 59–65, 67PCS:
Computer Service Techni-cians install, maintain, andrepair computers andcomputer-related machinessuch as magnetic tapereaders, printers, andkeypunch machines.
WOIS-3165DOT-828.261-022OES-*
Faster than average32% growth 2000–200886 openings/year$1,220–$4,006/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC
ComputerServiceTechnology
Database Designers &Administrators design,code, and maintain computerdatabases.
WOIS-2364DOT-039.162-010DOT-039.162-014OES-25103
Faster than average53% growth 2000-2008$2,400–$6,020/month112 openings/year
CC, COL,GRAD
DatabaseAdministration,ComputerScience,BusinessCom-puterScience
CC: 5, 8, 10,12, 16–17, 21–22, 25, 30U: 36–51PU: 53, 56, 59–67
• Hardware Support Services• Programming & Software Development
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
CC: 1, 5, 7–8,10–11, 13, 15–17, 20, 22, 25–27, 30TC: 32–34PCS:
CC: 4–5, 7, 9–11, 13, 15, 18,22, 24, 26–27TC: 31–33, 35
Information SystemsManagers direct the opera-tions of electronic informationsystems for business andgovernment.
WOIS-1172DOT-169.167-082DOT-169.167-030
Not surveyed$3,670–$7,500/month
COL,GRAD
InformationScience,BusinessAdministration
U: 42, 44–51PU: 52–53, 61–62, 65
63Section I — Career Search Information Technology
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Microcomputer SupportSpecialists help computersystem users get the mostbenefit from their equipmentby providing technicalsupport and training.
WOIS-2358DOT-039.264-010OES-25104
Faster than average52% growth 2000–2008345 openings/year$1,500–$3,670/month
CC, TC ComputerSupportSpecialist
Network Administratorsset up, operate, and maintaincomputer networks.
WOIS-2362DOT-031.262-014
Not surveyed$1,730–$4,640/month
CC, COL ComputerNetworkTechnology
CC: 1, 4–5, 9–17, 29–24, 26,28TC: 31–32PU: 53PCS:
Systems Analysts examinebusiness procedures orproblems and developapproaches or solutions thatcan be achieved with com-puters. Analysts give theirsolutions to programmers fortranslating into codedinstructions for computers.
WOIS-2353DOT-030.167-014OES-25102
Faster than average52% growth 2000–20081,285 openings/year$2,080–$4,784/month
COL,GRAD
ComputerScience
CC: 1, 3, 5, 7–17, 20, 22, 24–28, 30TC: 32, 34PCS:
U: 36–51PU: 53–56, 59–65, 67PCS:
Web Specialists design,operate, and maintainwebsites on the internet andprivate networks calledintranets.
WOIS-2361OES-25199
Faster than average120% growth 2000–2008572 openings/year$3,040–$4,950/month
CC, TC,COL
Web/InternetTechnology,ComputerScience
CC: 1, 3, 5, 7,10, 13, 20, 23–25TC: 32–33U: 36–51PU: 55, 56, 59–65, 67
64Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Law & Public SafetyInstructional programs and occupations dealing with police work, the law and legal services, the judicial(court) system, the study and detention of criminals, and fire protection.
• Criminal Justice & Corrections• Fire Protection• Law & Legal Services
Correctional Officersmonitor inmates in prisonsand jails by observing themand enforcing rules. Theyinspect surroundings toensure security and safety ofprisoners.
WOIS-9419DOT-372.667-018OES-63017
Faster than average35% growth 2000–2008299 openings/year$1,750–$3,200/month
OJT, HS,VOC,CC, COL
Corrections,LawEnforcement &CriminalJustice
Fire Fighters control and putout fires, protect life andproperty, and maintainequipment. They may workas volunteers or employeesof cities, townships, orindustrial plants.
WOIS-9426DOT-373.364-010OES-*
Average12% growth 2000–2008388 openings/year$2,780–$4,370/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC, APP
Fire Science,Fire CommandAdministration
Law Enforcement Officersare responsible for lawenforcement, protecting livesand property, and maintain-ing public order.
WOIS-9414DOT-375.263-014DOT-375.263-018DOT-375.267-014OES-*
Average18% growth 2000–2008623 openings/year$2,040–$4,600/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,COL, LIC
LawEnforcement &CriminalJustice
CC: 1, 4–6, 8–12, 14–17, 20–21, 24, 26–27,29–30U: 36–42, 47–50PU: 55, 60, 62–63PCS:
Lawyers research andinterpret law to advise clientsin legal matters concerningtheir rights and responsibili-ties. They handle settlementof legal problems in and outof court.
WOIS-8432DOT-110.107-010OES-*
Average15% growth 2000–2008520 openings/year$2,259–$8,902/month
GRAD,LIC
Law
Legal Secretaries perform avariety of clerical duties in thepreparation of legal papersand correspondence.
WOIS-1444DOT-201.362-010OES-55102
Average11% growth 2000–2008132 openings/year$1,500–$3,390/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Legal SecretaryProgram
CC: 1, 4–6, 8–10, 12, 14–17,20–22, 24,26–27, 29–30U: 36–42, 47–50PU: 55–56, 62–63PCS:
CC: 1, 6–7, 12,14–17, 21–22,24, 27–28, 38TC: 31
U: 44–46PU: 55, 62–63
CC: 4–14, 16–17, 22, 24, 27–30TC: 31–35PCS:
65Section I — Career Search Law & Public Service
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Paralegals apply knowledgeof law and legal proceduresto assist lawyers, clients, andcourts. They are also calledparalegal assistants, legalinvestigators, or legal aides.
WOIS-8433DOT-119.267-026OES-*
Faster than average34% growth 2000–200888 openings/year$1,600–$3,640/month
HS, VOC,CC, COL
ParalegalTechnology
Security Guards protectproperty against fire, theft,vandalism, and illegal entry.They guard buildings andgrounds, merchandise, andother valuable property.
Average16% growth 2000–2008961 openings/year$1,165–$2,250/month
OJT, VOC,CC, LIC
Shorthand Reportersrecord and preserve officiallegal testimony using manualor machine shorthand. Agrowing number usecomputer-aided transcriptionin which a computer directlytranslates the shorthandnotes into English.
WOIS-1415DOT-202.362-010OES-55302
Average7% growth 2000–200853 openings/year$1,924–$4,000/month
VOC, CC,TC, LIC
Court Reporter CC: 10TC: 31PCS:
Store Detectives protect theproperty of business estab-lishments by detectingthievery, shoplifting, ordishonesty among patronsor employees.
WOIS-9477DOT-376.367-014OES-63035
Average18% growth 2000–200824 openings/year$1,165–$2,591/month
OJT, APP,LIC
CriminalJustice & LawEnforcement
CC: 5–7, 11,16–17, 21–22,24, 29U: 36PU: 53PCS:
WOIS-9476DOT-372.667-034OES-*
SecurityTraining,CriminalJustice & LawEnforcement
CC: 1, 4–5, 8–12,14–17, 21–21,24,26–28, 30PCS:
CC: 1, 4–6, 8–12,14–17, 20–21,24–25, 27, 29–30
66Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
ManufacturingInstructional programs and occupations dealing with the process of creating intermediate and finished productsbeginning with raw materials; includes managing, planning, and performing the production of various itemsby operating machinery, as well as industrial support activities such as production planning and control andmaintenance.
• Industrial Management• Industrial Technology & Maintenance
Beverage Workers tendmachines or work onproduction lines filling,washing, capping, orpackaging bottles and/orcanned beverages.
WOIS-4347DOT-529.685-026DOT-920.685-026OES-*
Slower than average6% growth 2000–200812 openings/year$1,165–$2,610/month
OJT No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Blacksmiths & Forge ShopWorkers make metal excep-tionally strong objects byheating and shaping metals.This technique (called forg-ing) is used to make tool andmachine parts. All use aspecial furnace known as aforge. Farriers (or horse-shoers) use small forges,hand tools, and anvils.Modern forge shops useheavy power equipment andprecision die blocks to workmore rapidly and accurately.
WOIS-5488DOT-418.381-010DOT-610.381-010DOT-611.482-010OES-91317
Slower than average3% growth 2000–20086 openings/year$2,260–$5,830/month
OJT, CC,APP
Blacksmith,Farrier
CC: 27
Bakers mix dough followingrecipes and bake breads,pastries, and other bakerygoods.
WOIS-4324DOT-562.381-010OES-*
Average20% growth 2000–2008$1,165–$3,010/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Food Service,Culinary Arts,CommercialBaking
Boat Builders build pleasureboats or other water craft.Some use fiberglass mater-ials and/or metal, includingaluminum and steel. Othersspecialize in building woodenboats, using tools and tech-niques similar to those usedin carpentry.
WOIS-5956DOT-860.361-010
Not Surveyed$1,165–$3,470/month
OJT,VOC, CC,TC, APP
MarineCarpentry,Boat Building
• Precision Metal & Machining• Production Operations
CC: 5, 18, 23–24TC: 32, 34–35
CC: 18TC: 31PCS:
67Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Bookbinders & BinderyWorkers assemble, bind,and cover products such asbooks, magazines, andbusiness forms.
WOIS-4774DOT-977.381-010DOT-653.685-010OES-*
Average14% growth 2000–200834 openings/year$1,165–$3,830/month
OJT, CC,TC, APP
Graphic Arts,Printing
Cabinetmakers build, install,and repair cabinets, shelving,and fixtures for homes andbusinesses.
WOIS-4586DOT-660.280-010OES-*
Slower than average5% growth 2000–200870 openings/year$1,210–$3,110/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Carpentry,Cabinetmaking
CC: 9, 15, 18TC: 31, 33
Cannery & Food Process-ing Workers sort and pre-pare fruit, vegetables, meat,seafood, and dairy productsfor canning, freezing, orshipment. The type of foodvaries geographically.Vegetables are processedaround Walla Walla andWaitsburg, fruits in theYakima Valley, and seafoodin the Grays Harbor-WillapaBay and Puget Sound areas.
WOIS-4348DOT-529.686-014DOT-920.687-134OES-*
Average12% growth 2000–2008835 openings/year$1,165–$2,630/month
OJT No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Electronics Assemblerswire and assemble electronicpart such as capacitors andtransistors, into electricalproducts.
WOIS-5686DOT-726.684-018OES-*
Average17% growth 2000–2008405 openings/year$1,165–$2,432/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC
ElectronicsTechnology
Expediters ensure productdelivery by a deadline. Theymust know product sched-ules, inventory, work loads,and material availability. Theycompile reports for produc-tion workers, confer withdepartment supervisors todetermine status of overduematerial, and determinepriority for orders.
WOIS-1185DOT-221.367-042OES-58008
Declining4% decline 2000–200889 openings/year$1,200–$4,408/month
OJT, CC,TC, COL
BusinessAdministration
Boilermakers build,assemble, install, test, andrepair metal structures suchas boilers, tanks, furnaces,antipollution systems, andpressure vessels.
WOIS-5483DOT-805.261-014OES-89135
Declining5% decline 2000–20087 openings/year$1,566–$4,000/month
APP, LIC Welding Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
CC: 5, 11, 18,20–21, 25, 27TC: 33
CC: 4–6, 10,12–13, 15, 21–22TC: 31–33, 35PCS:
CC: 1, 3, 5–11,13–17, 20, 22,24–27, 29–30U: 36–51PU: 53, 55–56,58–65, 67
Fashion Designers createoriginal designs for clothingand accessories.
WOIS-4442DOT-142.061-018OES-*
Not surveyed$1,165–$4,167+/month
CC, TC,COL
ApparelDesign,Clothing/Textiles
CC: 18TC: 31U: 36–41, 44–50PU: 61
Manufacturing
68Section I — Career Search Manufacturing
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Machine Tool Operatorsuse one or more machineshop power tools that shapemetal or plastic to precisedimensions. Some operatecomputer-controlled mach-ines that use programmedinstructions to shape thepieces being made.
WOIS-5472DOT-601.280-054OES-*
Average6% growth 2000–2008408 openings/year$1,165–$3,310/month
OJT, HS,CC,TC, APP
MachineTechnology
Millwrights install machineryand equipment in an indus-trial establishment accordingto layout plans, blueprints,and other drawings.
WOIS-3142DOT-638.281-018OES-*
Average8% growth 2000–2008510 openings/year$1,910–$4,020/month
OJT, HS,APP
Millwright
Molders make nonperma-nent molds for the casting ofmetals. Jobs vary because ofdifferent molding processesused, such as sand, plaster,shell, and wax molding.
WOIS-5424DOT-518.361-010OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–200819 openings/year$1,165–$2,550/month
VOC, APP Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Packers & Wrapperspackage various products byhand or by machine to beshipped or marketed.
WOIS-7126DOT-920.587-018DOT-920.685-078OES-*
Faster than average22% growth 2000–20081,530 openings/year$1,165–$2,730/month
OJT No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Foundry ProductionWorkers produce finishedmetal parts, known ascastings, from patterns andmolds.
WOIS-5426DOT-519.687-022OES-*
Average13% growth 2000–200819 openings/year$1,165–$3,300/month
OJT, APP Machine Shop Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
CC: 5–6, 9–10,12, 20, 23–24,27TC: 31–35PCS:
Machinists set up, operate,and service machine tools.Machine tools are large,power-driven machines thatdrill, shear, grind, or shapemetal.
WOIS-5464DOT-600.280-022OES-89108
Slower than average4% growth 2000–2008238 openings/year$1,220–$3,800/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Machinist orMachine ToolTechnology
CC: 5–6, 9–10,12, 20, 23–24,27TC: 31–35PCS: 225
Meat Cutters prepare meat,fish, and poultry for whole-sale and retail trade. Somemeat cutters performspecialized work in meatpacking plants.
WOIS-4326DOT-316.681-010OES-*
Average9% growth 2000–2008258 openings/year$1,260–$3,000/month
OJT, HS,APP
Meat Cutting Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Metal Working PatternMakers build patterns tomake molds in which metalcastings are formed.
WOIS-5422DOT-600.280-050OES-*
Declining1% decline 2000–200811 openings/year$1,165–$3,780/month
OJT, APP Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
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Production Painters &Finishers apply paint, var-nish, and other finishes tomachines and other manu-factured products using sprayguns, brushes, and otherpainting equipment.
WOIS-5926DOT-740.684-022DOT-741.684-026OES-*
Average14% growth 2000–2008205 openings/year$1,165–$3,140/month
OJT, APP Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Pulp & Paper Workers tendmachines that produce pulp,newsprint, fine papers,tissue, paperboardcontainers, and boxes.
WOIS-4574DOT-539.685-030DOT-534.662-010OES-92914
Declining8% decline 2000–200832 openings/year$1,390–$4,290/month
OJT, CC Pulp & PaperTechnology
CC: 12U: 44–46
Production Superinten-dents ensure their com-pany’s products or servicesare made efficiently andproduced on time.
WOIS-1154DOT-183.117-014OES-15014OES-81008
Slower than average5% growth 2000–2008462 openings/year$1,750–$6,692/month
COL,GRAD,APP
Supervision,IndustrialTechnology
Rubber & Plastics Fabrica-tors operate machines thatcut out rubber and plasticitems according to certaindesigns or templates.Examples of items producedare beach balls, rubber mats,plastic bags, and pads.
WOIS-5924DOT-559.685-158DOT-754.684-042OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–2008$1,165–$2,880/month366 openings/year
OJT, HS,CC
PlasticsTechnology
Quality Control Inspectorsexamine products at variousstages of development toensure that standards aremet and maintained.
WOIS-2672DOT-012.261-014OES-*
Declining3% decline 2000–2008224 openings/year$1,165–$4,290/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Quality ControlTechnology,Food Service,NondestructiveTesting
CC: 16–17U: 47–50
Manufacturing
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Production Assemblersassemble manufacturedproducts such as automo-biles, appliances, electronicproducts, and machines andtheir related parts. They maybe responsible for one job ora variety of operations.
WOIS-5966DOT-706.687.010OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–20081,175 openings/year$1,165–$2,260/month
OJT, HS No accreditedtrainingprogramsavailable inWashington.
U: 36–51PU: 55, 61, 67
CC: 11
70Section I — Career Search
Sewing Machine Operatorsoperate single or multipleneedle sewing machines orultrasonic seaming machinesto join, reinforce, or decorateproducts such as garments,upholstery, canvas goods, ortextiles.
WOIS-4448DOT-787.682-046OES-*
Declining5% decline 2000–200892 openings/year$1,165–$2,040/month
OJT, TC,CC, APP
Power Sewing,ApparelConstruction
CC: 18TC: 31
Welders permanently bondtogether metal parts usingheat and/or pressure. Theyweld broken parts to manu-factured or repaired products.Most welders are required toread blueprints and shopdrawings, do layout andfabrication, and are usuallyrequired to have some mech-anical skills and ability to usetools such as grinders,shears, drills, cutting torches,radiograph torches, jigs, andfixtures. They may be requir-ed to use different weldingprocesses such as shieldedart, MIG, or TIG.
WOIS-5492DOT-811.684-014DOT-819.384-010OES-*
Average12% growth 2000–2008376 openings/year$1,390–$3,470/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP, LIC
Welding
Textile Machine Operatorstend machines that run clothand yarn through chemicaland physical treatments toprepare the material formanufacturing or marketing.
WOIS-4424DOT-582.686-030OES-*
Declining11% decline 2000–200810 openings/year$1,165–$2,250/month
OJT, HSCC, TC
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Manufacturing
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Sawmill & Plywood Labor-ers Green Chain Offbearerspull lumber or veneer from amoving conveyor onto pilesor carts. Veneer Drier Feed-ers lift sheets of veneer ontoa conveyor that takes itthrough the drier. Chippersand Hog Tenders tendmachines that reduce wasteto wood chips.
OIS-4554DOT-667.687-018OES-*
No growth137 openings/year$1,560–$3,190/month
OJT No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Tool-and-Die-Makers makeor repair tools, dies, andspecial guiding devices usedto build machines that mass-produce products rangingfrom furniture to airplaneparts.
WOIS-5462DOT-601.260-010OES-89102
Slower than average2% growth 2000–200816 openings/year$1,570–$4,250/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Machinist orMachine ToolTechnology
CC: 5–6, 9–10,12, 20, 23–24,27TC: 31–35PCS:
CC: 2, 4–6, 8–10, 12, 14–115,21, 24, 27–28TC: 31–35
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Woodworking MachineOperators work fromblueprints to set up andoperate a variety ofwoodworking machines tosurface, cut, shape, and joinparts of wood productsaccording to specifications.Depending on the size of thefactory, they may specializein only one machine such asa router, machine sander,lathe, or, boring machine.
WOIS-4582DOT-669.380-014OES-*
Slower than average2% growth 2000–200881 openings/year$1,165–$2,350/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Carpentry &CabinetMaking
CC: 9, 15, 18TC: 31, 33
Manufacturing
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
72Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Retail/Wholesale Sales & ServicesInstructional programs and occupations dealing with marketing, advertising, or otherwise promoting andselling merchandise; includes managing retail establishments, making merchandise-specific repair, andproviding personal services (e.g., cosmetics, hairstyling, funeral services) to consumers.
• Fashion Merchandising & Design• Marketing & Public Relations
Apartment HouseManagers live in apartmentcomplexes and assistbuilding owners by givinginformation to residents andprospective residents and bykeeping the property neatand in good repair.
WOIS-1133DOT-187.167-018OES-15011
Average15% growth 2000–2008202 openings/year$1,165–$1,733/month
CC, COL,APP, OJT
Business,Administration
Appraisers evaluate itemssuch as land, homes, com-mercial and industrial prop-erties, art objects, or mach-inery to determine value forpurchase, tax, investment,insurance, loan, or litigationpurposes.
WOIS-1634DOT-191.287-010OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–2008$1,200–$5,190/month
OJT, CC,TC, COL,LIC
BusinessAdministra-tion,Real Estate,Art History,Insurance
Appliance Repairers install,service, and repair gas andelectrical appliances such asrefrigerators, dishwashers,ranges, washing machines,and hot water heaters.
WOIS-3169DOT-723.584-010OES-*
Average17% growth 2000–200866 openings/year$1,390–$2,670/month
OJT, HS,TC, APP
ApplianceRepair
Automobile Salespeoplework at automobile dealer-ships. They sell new andused cars and trucks, com-pile information on variousmodels, and establish creditterms for customers.
WOIS-7418DOT-273.353-010
Not surveyed$1,165–$5,000/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC
Marketing &Sales Training
CC: 1, 4–5, 7,11,16–17, 20, 23–25, 30TC: 33
Automobile Parts Clerksreceive, store, and sellreplacement parts, tools,equipment, accessories, andsupplies in auto dealerships,repair shops, or parts stores.
WOIS-7486DOT-279.357-062OES-49014
Average12% growth 2000–2008364 openings/year$1,165–$3,371/month
OJT, HS,TC, APP
PartsMerchandising
• Personal Services• Precision Repair
CC: 1, 3, 5–11,13–17, 20, 22,24–27, 29–30U: 36–51PU: 53, 55–56,58PCS:
TC: 31–32, 35
CC: 1, 5–11,13–17, 20, 22,24–27, 29–30PU: 52–53, 55–56, 59–67
TC: 31, 33, 35
73Section I — Career Search Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Automotive ServiceTechnicians greet custom-ers and service cars, trucks,and buses with fuel, oil, andaccessories. They maylubricate vehicles, changemotor oil, install antifreeze,and repair/replace tires andaccessories.
WOIS-3124DOT-915.467-010OES-*
Average12% growth 2000–2008303 openings/year$1,165–$2,110/month
OJT AutomotiveMechanic
Barbers cut and style hair,shave and trim beards, andprovide other hair care ser-vices according to customer’requests or current styles.
WOIS-8622DOT-330.371-010OES-68002
Slower than average5% growth 2000–200846 openings/year$1,250-$2,783/month
HS, VOC,CC, TC,APP, LIC
Barbering
Business Services Sales-people sell various types ofservices such as creditinformation, accountingservices, printing services,and media advertising.
WOIS-7422DOT-251.357-0101OES-43017
Average18% growth 2000–200826 openings/year$1,165–$3,766+/month
TC, CC,COL, APP
Sales &Marketing
Buyers & PurchasingAgents buy machinery,equipment, tools, rawmaterial parts, services, andsupplies necessary for theoperation of an individualestablishment, public utility,or government unit.
WOIS-1184DOT-162.157-018OES-*
Slower than average5% growth 2000–2008542 openings/year$1,295–$4,092/month
HS, CC,COL
PurchasingManagement,BusinessAdministration,Marketing
Cosmetologists performbeauty services, such asshampooing, cutting, setting,styling, and straightening hairaccording to the customer’srequest or current styles.
WOIS-8624DOT-332.271-010OES-*
Average8% growth 2000–2008690 openings/year$1,165–$2,500/month
HS, VOC, CC,TC, LIC
Cosmetology
Display Workers (alsocalled Visual Merchandisers)create eye-catching displaysto attract the customer’sattention and persuade themto buy merchandise.
WOIS-9834DOT-298.081-010OES 34044
Average10% growth 2000–200841 openings/year$1,127–$2,100/month
CC, COL VisualMerchandis-ing, FashionMerchandising
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
CC: 8, 14TC: 31, 35PCS:
CC: 1, 4–5, 7,11,16–17, 20, 23–25, 30TC: 33U: 42, 44–46,51PU: 53, 62, 65
CC: 1, 4–11,13–17, 20, 22–27, 29, 35U: 36–51PU: 53, 55–56,58–65, 67
Cashiers are employed by avariety of businesses tohandle payments fromcustomers. Most cashiersreceive money, makechange, fill out charge forms,and give receipts.
WOIS-1642DOT-211.362-010OES-49023
Average14% growth 2000–20082,556 openings/year$1,165–$2,381/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Cashier-Checker,
CC: 10TC: 31, 33
CC: 8, 14, 18,20,23–24, 27TC: 31, 33–35PCS:
CC: 8, 16–17,20, 25U: 36–41PU: 61
74Section I — Career Search
Door-to-Door Salespeoplesell merchandise or servicesby going door-to-door or byattending house parties.
WOIS-7444DOT-291.357-010OES-49026
Average11% growth 2000–2008210 openings/yearEarnings vary
OJT, HS Sales Training No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington
Equipment Repairers repairand service nonelectricalequipment such as musicalinstruments, cameras, andbicycles, using specializedpower tools and hand tools.
WOIS-3189DOT-730.361-010OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–200846 openings/year$1,165–$3,800/month
OJT, HS, CC,TC, APP
EquipmentRepair,MusicalInstrumentRepair
Farm Sales & ServiceRepresentatives sell farmequipment and supplies.
WOIS-7425DOT-272.357-014
Not surveyed$1,165–$2,500/month+commission
CC, COL AgriculturalBusinessManagement,AgrochemicalBusiness
Fashion Merchandiserspromote clothing and access-ories for sale by wholesaleand retail business outlets ormanufacturers. (Thisoccupation is very broad anddescribes a variety ofoccupations.)
WOIS-7413DOT-185.157-010
Not surveyed$1,165–$2,500+/month
OJT, HS,CC, COL
Retail &WholesaleSales, Cloth-ing & Textiles,FashionMerchandising
Floral Designers preparefloral arrangements for avariety of occasions usingflowers, greenery, andartificial materials.
WOIS-4146DOT-142.081-010
Not surveyed$1,165–$1,750/month
OJT, CC,TC, VOC
Floriculture &NurseryManagement,OrnamentalHorticulture
Grocery Checkers handlemoney received from foodstore customers. Theyoperate cash registers andoptical character readersand may put groceries inbags or boxes.
WOIS-1641DOT-211.462-014
Average14% growth 2000–20081,259 openings/year$1,165–$2,687/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Hearing InstrumentRepairers evaluate hearingfor the purpose of fittinghearing aids and to assistthe hearing of the hearingimpaired.
WOIS-8129DOT-276.354-010DOT-719.381-014
Not surveyed$1,650–$3,000/month
CC, TC,LIC, APP
HearingInstrumentSpecialist,Hearing AidTechnology
CC: 25TC: 31
Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
TC: 35PCS:
CC: 6, 24, 27–28U: 47–50
CC:7, 16–17,20, 25U: 36, 44–50PU: 61PCS:
CC: 5, 23–24TC: 33–34PCS:
Cashier-Checker
CC: 9TC: 31, 33
Laundry & Dry CleaningWorkers receive, clean,press, and deliver laundryand other articles.
WOIS-4464DOT-362.382-014DOT-361.684-014OES-*
Average12% growth 2000–2008191 openings/year$1,165–$2,000/month
OJT No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
75Section I — Career Search
Models pose for artists andphotographers or displaymerchandise by wearing,using, or posing with it. Somemodels must have a sense ofbody motion, be in goodphysical condition, and beable to work with people.
WOIS-7496DOT-297.667-014
Not surveyedEarnings vary greatly
OJT, HS,VOC
ProfessionalModeling &Finishing
PCS:
Office Machine Repairersmaintain and repair all typesof equipment used in offices.They may service equipmenton a regular basis or checkand repair defectivemachines.
WOIS-3164DOT-633.281-018OES-85926
Average12% growth 2000–200889 openings/year$1,400–$3,620/month
OJT, HS,TC, APP
Electrical &ElectronicsEquipmentInstallation &Repair
Petroleum ProcessingOccupations deal withprocessing crude oil intogasoline, kerosene, fuel oil,lubricants, and other homeand industrial products.
WOIS-5914DOT-549.260.010DOT-549.360-010OES-*
Declining11% decline 2000–20085 openings/year$1,650–$3,480/month
OJT, HS,APP
Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Property Managers are incharge of leasing, renting,and maintaining propertysuch as land and buildings.
WOIS-1135DOT-186.167-046OES-15011
Average15% growth 2000–2008202 openings/year$1,350–$6,073/month
CC, TC,COL,APP
Public/BusinessAdministration,Real Estate
Radio & TV ServiceTechnicians install, repair,and maintain electronicequipment such as radios,televisions, video cameras,and tape recorders.
WOIS-3168DOT-720.281-018OES-*
Declining14% decline 2000–200811 openings/year$1,165–$3,170/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Electrical &ElectronicsEquipmentInstallation &Repair
CC: 4, 7, 10, 12–13, 15, 21–22TC: 31–33, 35Training isavailable throughapprenticeshipprograms.
Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
TC: 33, 35
CC: 1, 3, 5–11,13–17, 20, 22,25, 29–30TC: 34U: 36–51PU: 553, 55–56, 58–65, 67
Real Estate Agents rent,buy, and sell property forclients on a commission(percent of sales) basis.Agents work to matchprospective buyers withproperty listed for sale. Somesupplement their real estateincome with a part-time job.
WOIS-7417DOT-205.357-018OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–2008$420-$4,166+
OJT, HS,CC, COL,TC, LIC
Real Estate CC: 1, 13TC: 34U: 47–50PCS:
Real Estate Secretariesassist real estate salespeopleby doing background work fortransactions in addition toclerical duties.
WOIS-1448DOT-219.362-046OES-53914
Average8% growth 2000–200816 openings/year$1,165–$2,960/month
CC, TC,COL
SecretarialScience
CC: 1–30TC: 31–35
76Section I — Career Search
Sales Representativesrepresent wholesale firms(firms selling large quantitiesto others for resale at higherprices) to retail, industrial,and commercial firms andinstitutions in assignedterritories to sell goods andproducts. They must projecta professional image toclients to win accounts. Theyalso need to be organized,manage time well, and beexcellent communicatorsboth orally and in writing.
WOIS-7414OES-*
Average12% growth 2000–20081,565 openings/year$1,565–$6,282/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,COL, APP
Sales Training,Marketing
CC: 1, 4–5, 7,10–11, 16–17,20, 23–25, 30TC: 33
Sales Managers (also calledRetail Store Managers) plansome or all of the sales of aretail store activities ordepartment. They planadvertising campaigns andsales promotions and hire,train, and evaluate salesworkers. Sales managersalso plan schedules andorder merchandise.
WOIS-1162DOT-163.167-018OES-41002
Average13% growth 2000–20081,806 openings/year$1,910–$9,520/month
OJT, HS, CC,TC, COL,GRAD
Marketing &SalesManagement
Route Salespeople (alsocalled Delivery Drivers orRoute Workers) sell anddeliver goods to wholesaleand retail customers on anestablished route.
WOIS-7434DOT-292.353-010OES-97117
Average16% growth 2000–2008399 openings/year$1,165–$3,000/month
OJT, CC,TC, APP
Sales Training,Marketing
CC: 1, 4, 7, 11,16–17, 10, 23–25, 30TC: 33
Retail Sales Clerks sell andpackage merchandise in aretail store. They makerecords of sales, stock,prepare inventory, and assistin reordering merchandise.
WOIS-7484DOT-290.477-014OES-49011
Average14% growth 2000–2008$1,165–$2,071/month4,882 openings/year(some earn commis-sions)
OJT,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Sales Training,Marketing
Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
CC: 1, 4–5, 7,10–11, 16–17,20, 23–25, 30TC: 33
CC: 1, 4–5, 7,11,16–17, 20, 23,25, 30TC: 33U: 36, 51PU: 53, 59, 62,65PCS:
Salespeople sell merchan-dise to customers usingknowledge of the characteris-tics of their merchandise.People who work in stereoshops, fine furniture stores,house furnishings, etc., areexamples of retail sales-people.
WOIS-7454DOT-279.357-054OES-*
Average15% growth 2000–2008653 openings/year$1,165–$3,470/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
Sales Training CC: 1, 4–5, 7,11, 16–17, 20,23–25, 30TC: 33PCS:
77Section I — Career Search
Seamstresses & Tailorsperform all sewing operationsnecessary to put together,alter, or repair clothing andother fabric articles.
WOIS-4446DOT-785.261-014DOT-785.361-010OES-*
Slower than average6% growth 2000–200855 openings/year$1,165–$2,395/month
CC, TC CustomApparel &Design &Construction
CC: 18TC: 31
Stock Clerks receive,unpack, check, store, andissue supplies in stockrooms,warehouses, or storageyards. Some place ordersand follow up on purchasesmade. In small operations,they are responsible for theentire function of thestockroom, from buying todistribution of supplies. Inbigger operations, theyusually specialize in one ortwo jobs.
WOIS-7118DOT-222.387-058OES-*
Slower than average5% growth 2000–2008424 openings/year$1,165–$2,360/month
OJT, CC,TC, APP
Transportation/LogisticsManagement
Telephone Solicitors callpotential customers on thetelephone to sell themmerchandise or services.
WOIS-7446DOT-299.357-014OES-49026
Average11% growth 2000–2008210 openings/year$1,165–$2,773/month
OJT, HS No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Upholsterers repair andrebuild upholstered furniture,automobile interiors, andvinyl tops. Some may workin factories and shopsfashioning new upholsteredfurniture.
WOIS-4494DOT-780.381-018OES-89508
Slower than average5% growth 2000–200815 openings/year$1,165–$2,940/month
OJT, TC,APP
Upholstery TC: 31
Warehouse Workersreceive, store, and shipmaterials and products thatsupply production operations.They also move finishedproducts.
WOIS-7114DOT-922.687-05OES-*
Average9% growth 2000–2008218 openings/year$1,165–$3,380/month
OJT, HS Transportation/Logistics,WarehouseManagement
CC: 11, 16–17TC: 35
Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
CC: 11TC: 35
78Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Scientific Research & EngineeringInstructional programs and occupations dealing with engineering, related technologies, scientific research,and application of scientific principles in all the natural sciences (e.g., biology, chemistry, earth science,physics) and social sciences (e.g., economics, sociology, geography, archeology, anthropology). This doesnot include specific medical, agricultural, or food sciences.
• Engineering• Engineering Technologies
Aerospace Engineersdesign, construct, and testaircraft, spacecraft, missiles,and related componentsystems. They may beaeronautical engineers,mechanical engineers, orelectrical engineers.
WOIS-2412DOT-002.061-014OES-22102
Declining2% decline 2000–200843 openings/year$2,500–$8,670/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
AerospaceEngineering
U: 44–46
Aquatic Biologists studyplants, animals, and otherorganisms living in water andthe physical, chemical,geological, and climaticfactors that affect them.
WOIS-2613DOT-041.061-022
Not surveyed$2,259–$4,397/month
COL,GRAD
Biology
Biological Scientists studyall aspects of living matter.Their concerns include theorigin, reproduction, growth,function, and structure of allforms of plant and animal lifefrom large communities tomicroorganisms.
WOIS-2612DOT-041.061.030OES-*
Faster than average24% growth 2000–2008138 openings/year$2,421–$6,229/month
COL,GRAD
Biology U: 36–51PU: 55–56,58–67
Chemical Engineers applythe principles and technologyof chemistry, physics, math-ematics, engineering, andeconomics to solve engineer-ing and design problems.They analyze procedures,troubleshoot processingproblems, do research todevelop new processingmethods, design equipment,and plan layouts ofinterrelated machinery.
WOIS-2418DOT-008.061-018OES-22114
Average21% growth 2000–200854 openings/year$3,170–$7,108/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
ChemicalEngineering
• Natural Sciences• Social Sciences
U: 44–46PU: 61
U: 44–50PU: 61
79Section I — Career Search
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Computer Engineersspecialize in the design,manufacture, and applicationof computers.
WOIS-2423DOT-033.167-010OES-22127
Faster than average92% growth 2000–20082,135 openings/year$2,500–7,027/month
COL ComputerEngineering
U: 44–50PU: 55, 59, 61PCS:
Drafters make detaileddrawings of buildings, pro-ducts, and machinery fromsketches and specificationsmade by engineers and arch-itects. The drawings are usedas working plans for engin-eering, manufacturing, andconstruction purposes. Withnew technology, mostdrafters use computer-aideddesign (CAD) systems.
WOIS-2484DOT-005.281-010DOT-002.261-010DOT-007.281-010DOT-003.281.014DOT-005.281.014OES-*
Slower than average1% growth 2000–2008197 openings/year$1,387–$3,615/month
VOC, CC,TC
Drafting
Economists study thecreation, exchange, anddistribution of useful goods,services, and resources suchas land, labor, and capital.
WOIS-2146DOT-050.067-010OES-27102
Average18% growth 2000–200825 openings/year$1,500–$5,250/month
COL,GRAD
EconomicsU: 36–51PU: 55, 59,61–66
Civil Engineers plan,design, and supervise con-struction and maintenance ofmany kinds of structures andfacilities. They work on roads,railroads, airports, buildings,bridges, dams, and otherstructures.
WOIS-2421DOT-005.061-014OES-22121
Average16% growth 2000–2008349 openings/year$2,300–$6,020/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
CivilEngineering
U: 44–50PU: 55, 60, 62,65
Electrical & ElectronicsEngineers design, develop,produce, install, operate, andmaintain electrical andelectronic equipment andsystems.
WOIS-2422DOT-003.061-010DOT-003.061-030OES-22126
Average15% growth 2000–2008512 openings/year$2,500–$5,760/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
ElectricalEngineering
U: 44–50PU: 55, 59, 61–62, 65
Earth Scientists study thehistory, composition, andcharacteristics of land,oceans, atmosphere, toincrease knowledge of theearth and to solve problems.
WOIS-2631OES-*
Average21% growth 2000–2008193 openings/year$2,160–$6,460/month
COL,GRAD
Geology
Chemists explore thecomposition and properties ofmatter and the laws thatgovern the combination ofsubstances.
WOIS-2625DOT-022.061-010OES-24105
Faster than average28% growth 2000–200890 openings/year$1,978–$6,675/month
COL,GRAD
Chemistry U: 36–51PU: 55–56,59–67
CC: 2, 4, 6, 8,10–11, 13–14,20, 22, 27, 30TC: 31–35PCS:
U: 36–51PU: 59, 64, 66
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Engineering Techniciansassist engineers in the plan-ning, research, and develop-ment of engineering projectsor products. They assistengineers in areas, includingarchitectural, civil, electrical,maintenance, safety, environ-mental, industrial productionand manufacturing, qualitycontrol, computers, robotics,plastics, optics, marine,biological, and other fields.
WOIS-2451DOT- SeeDOTRegister forSpecificOccupationsOES-*
Slower than average2% growth 2000–2008337 openings/year$1,500–$3,880/month
HS, VOC,CC, COL,TC, APP
EngineeringTechnology
Environmental Engineersuse a combination of skills toprotect public health andsolve environmentalproblems.
WOIS-2419OES-22132
Average14% growth 2000–200821 openings/year$2,860–$6,010/month
COL EnvironmentalEngineering,CivilEngineering
U: 44–50PU: 55, 60, 62,67
Forensic Scientists usetheir background in scienceto examine, identify, andclassify physical evidencefrom criminal or suspectedcriminal activities.
WOIS-2616DOT-029.261-026
Not surveyed$2,370–$4,250/month
COL Criminology,ForensicScience,CriminalJustice
U: 42, 47–50PU: 55, 60, 62
Environmental HealthSpecialists work for immed-iate and long-range protec-tion from health and safetyhazards by educating thepublic and enforcing lawsand regulations.
WOIS-2682DOT-079.117-018OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–2008111 openings/year$1,700–$5,222/month
COL EnvironmentalHealth
U: 36, 44–46
Industrial Engineersdetermine the most efficientand economical methodsof using people, machines,and materials in an industrialsetting.
WOIS-2424DOT-012.167-030OES-22128
Average11% growth 2000–200897 openings/year$2,600–$5,090/month
COL,GRAD,LIC
IndustrialEngineering
U: 36–51PU: 53, 60
Scientific Research & Engineering
Electronics Techniciansconstruct, repair test, install,modify, or help design avariety of production orexperimental electrical orelectronic equipment. Mostspecialize in such areas ascommunication, medicalequipment, and researchlaboratories. Many techni-cians work on product qualityin manufacturing plants.
WOIS-5671DOT-003.161-014OES-*
Slower than average4% growth 2000–2008366 openings/year$1,300–$3,000/month
VOC, CC,TC, APP
Electrical &ElectronicsTechnology
CC: 2, 5, 7, 10,12–15, 18,21–24TC: 31–35PU: 65PCS:
CC:, 2, 5–6, 8–13, 15–17, 20–21, 23–24, 27,30TC: 31–33, 35U: 36, 40, 42PU: 55, 65PCS:
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Physicists & Astronomersseek to increase understand-ing of natural laws governingforces, motion, matter, andenergy. Astronomers andastrophysicists use physicsand mathematics tounderstand space and thenature of the universe.
WOIS-2627DOT-020.067-018DOT-023.061-014DOT-023.067-010OES-24102
Slower than average6% growth 2000–20087 openings/year$3,340–$6,710/month
COL,GRAD
Physics &Astronomy
U: 36–51PU: 55, 59,61–66
Nuclear Engineersresearch, design, and assessnuclear energy systems andequipment.
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Instrument Repairersinspect, install, and servicedelicate instruments andcontrol systems used tomeasure and regulatemachine operations.
WOIS-3186DOT-710.281-026OES-*
Declining1% decline 2000–200829 openings/year$1,220–$6,590/month
OJT, HS,CC,TC, APP
InstrumentRepair
CC: 13, 24TC: 32PU: 65PCS:Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Laboratory Testers furnishmanufacturers with informa-tion to use for quality control,process control, productdevelopment, and environ-mental requirements.
WOIS-2693DOT-029.261-010OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–2008$1,500–$3,527/month142 openings/year
OJT, CC,COL
ChemicalLaboratoryTechnology/Biotechnology
CC: 2, 5, 7, 18,20TC: 31
Mathematicians & Statis-ticians deal with the collec-tion, analysis, interpretation,and presentation of numer-ical data. Most specialize insuch areas as naturalscience, economics, andengineering.
WOIS-2332DOT-020.067-014DOT-020-167-026DOT-020-067-022OES-*
Average3% growth 2000–200821 openings/year$1,600–$5,920/month
COL,GRAD
Mathematics &Statistics
U: 36–51PU: 55–56, 59–67
Mechanical Engineers workwith the design, production,testing, and installation oftools, machines, engines,and other mechanicalequipment.
WOIS-2428DOT-007.061-014OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–2008251 openings/year$2,700–$4,500/month
COL, GRAD,LIC
MechanicalEngineering
U: 44–51PU: 55, 60, 62,65
WOIS-2429DOT-015.061-014OES-22117
Declining9% decline 2000–20087 openings/year$3,580–$4,930
COL, GRAD,LIC
EngineeringPhysics,MaterialsScience &Engineering
U: 44–50PU: 61
Scientific Research & Engineering
Pollution Control Techni-cians (also called Environ-mental Technicians) identifyand find ways of controllingpollution in order to protecthuman health and theenvironment.
WOIS-2683DOT-029.261-014
Not surveyed$1,165–$4,620/month
CC, TC,COL, APP
EnvironmentalControlTechnology
CC: 18, 20–23TC: 33U: 36
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Surveyors determine theprecise location and mea-surement of points, eleva-tions, lines, and contours ofthe earth’s surface to planconstruction projects, makemaps and charts, and locateproperty boundaries.
WOIS-2471DOT-018.167-018OES-22311
Slower than average5% growth 2000–200828 openings/year$1,800–$4,390/month
COL, LIC CivilEngineering
U: 44–50PU: 55, 60, 62,65
Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Scientific Research & Engineering
Rubber & ChemicalProcessing Occupationsprepare raw materials for usein the production of paints,fertilizers, explosives, plasticmaterials, and objects madeof rubber stock.
WOIS-5918OES-*
Declining4% decline 2000–200826 openings/year$1,260–$4,060/month
OJT, HS PlasticsTechnology
CC: 12
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Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Transportation, Distribution & LogisticsInstructional programs and occupations dealing with planning and managing the movement of people, materials,and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water; includes related professional and technical support servicessuch as transportation planning and management, logistics services, and mobile equipment and facilitymaintenance.
• General Distribution• Transportation• Vehicle & Mobile Equipment Installation & Repairs
Air Traffic Controllersregulate air traffic from airportcontrol towers, air routecontrol centers, and flightservice stations locatedthroughout the country. Theirprimary concern is the safeand efficient routing of airtraffic.
WOIS-6126DOT-193.162-018OES-39002
Slower than average5% growth 2000–200827 openings/year$1,845–$7,100/month
OJT, CC,COL, LIC
Air TrafficControl
CC: 10
Aircraft Assemblers join,assemble, and install tail,wing, fuselage, engines, andauxiliary parts in aircraft.
WOIS-5493DOT-806.361.014DOT-806.381-022DOT-806.381-026OES-93102
Declining10% decline 2000–2008101 openings/year$1,730–$3,290/month
OJT, HS,APP
AircraftMechanic,AviationMaintenance
Aircraft Mechanics serviceaircraft by locating problemsand performing neededchanges and repairs.
WOIS-3116DOT-621.281-014OES-*
Declining2% decline 2000–2008106 openings/year$1,165–$4,330/month
HS, CC,TC, APP,LIC
AircraftMechanics
Automobile Mechanicsinspect, maintain, and repairmechanical and electricalparts of automobiles, trucks,buses, and other gasoline-powered vehicles to keepthem running properly.
WOIS-3112DOT-620.261-010OES-*
Average18% growth 2000–20081,202 openings/year$1,165–$3,830/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
AutomotiveTechnology
CC: 2, 5, 9–10,12, 14, 20–24,27–28, 30TC: 31–35PCS:
Body & Fender Repairersfix damaged fenders, bodies,and other automotive partsby straightening bent frames,removing dents, welding tornmetal, and replacing partstoo badly damaged to repair.
WOIS-5486DOT-807.381-010OES-85305
Average18% growth 2000–2008343 openings/year$1,305–$3,810/month
OJT, HS,CC, TC,APP
Auto BodyRepair
CC: 6, 10, 14,23–24, 27TC: 31–35PCS:
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
CC: 2, 8, 23–24TC: 33PCS:
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Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Dispatchers supervise andcoordinate activities ofvehicles that transport freightor passengers according toschedule. EmergencyDispatchers operate radiotelephone transmitting andreceiving equipment to directemergency mobile units suchas police, highway patrol,firefighting, paramedic,ambulance, ranger, and towtruck units.
Bus & Taxi Drivers operatebusses and cars carryingpassengers for a fee. Busdrivers may operate schoolor charter busses or commoncarriers within a local area.Taxi drivers pick up passen-gers in response to radio ortelephone requests or drivearound busy areas andwatch for customers.
WOIS-6142DOT-913.463-010DOT-913.463-018OES-*
Average16% growth 2000–2008626 openings/year$1,165–$3,380/month
OJT, VOC,CC, TC,LIC
Bus DriverTraining
Deck Hands do most of themanual labor on commercialships, tug boats, ferries, andgovernment vessels.
WOIS-6182DOT-911.687-022OES-*
Declining1% decline 2000–2008$1,530–$4,430/month
OJT, HS,VOC
Marine Mainte-nance& Repair
PCS:
WOIS-6132DOT-249.167-014OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–2008152 openings/year$1,165–$3,603/month
OJT, TC,APP
Dispatcher,EmergencyDispatch
Flight Attendants performpersonal services such asserving food and drinks andby explaining emergencyprocedures so airlinepassengers can enjoy a safeand comfortable flight.
WOIS-7856DOT-352.367-010OES-68026
Faster than average29% growth 2000–2008269 openings/year$1,165–$4,746/month
HS, COL No programs inWashingtonState. Trainingis availablethrough majorairlines.
Forklift Operators drivetrucks or tractors with fork-lifts, elevating platforms, ortrailer hitches that push, pull,lift, or stack materials inwarehouses, storage yardsor factories.
WOIS-6158DOT-921.683-050OES-97947
Average9% growth 2000–2008322 openings/year$1,165–$3,210/month
OJT, HS No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Freight ForwardingSpecialists act as agents forbusinesses or individualswho want to ship goods byocean, air, truck, or rail.
WOIS-1426DOT-248.367-018
Not surveyed$1,300–$2,800/month
CC, TC Transportation/Logistics,FreightForwarding
CC: 2, 21, 23,27TC: 31, 35PCS:
CC: 7, 16–17TC: 35
CC: 10–11, 13TC: 35
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Employment Outlook Suggested Suggested Preparation & Occupational in Washington & Education/ Program Training Sites Description Codes Approximate Pay Training of Study in Washington
Freight Handlers load andunload baggage, freight, andall types of materials forshipment by rail, truck, orship. They move items byhand or use equipment suchas conveyors, hoists, handand power trucks, andcranes.
WOIS-7112DOT-929.687-030DOT-911.663-014OES-*
Average11% growth 2000–20082,477 openings/year$1,165–$6,950/month
OJT, HS
Local Truck Drivers drivetrucks of all types and sizesto move products andmaterials from one place toanother in a local area.
WOIS-6144DOT-905.663-014DOT-904.683-010OES-*
Average16% growth 2000–2008$1,280–$2,690/month
OJT, CC,TC, LIC
CommercialDriving
CC: 2, 21, 23, 27TC: 31, 35PCS:
Long Haul Truck Driversdrive trucks over establishedlong-distance routes todeliver products to homesand businesses.
WOIS-6145DOT-904.383-010OES-97102
Average13% growth 2000–20081,156 openings/year$1,165–$3,240/month
OJT, VOC,CC, TC,LIC
Meter Readers checkelectric power, gas, andwater meters to record theuse of residential andbusiness customers.
WOIS-1639DOT-209.567-010OES-58014
Average8% growth 2000–200829 openings/year$1,455–$3,212/month
OJT, HS
Pilots & Flight Engineers flyairplanes to transport pass-engers and cargo. Pilots mayperform other tasks such ascrop dusting and inspectingpower lines and may beemployed by companies ascorporate pilots.
WOIS-6188DOT-196.263-014OES-97702
Average13% growth 2000–200889 openings/year$1,300–$16,000/month
VOC, CC,COL, TC,LIC
Aircraft Pilot
Railroad Brake Operatorsoperate and inspect railroadequipment on trains such asjournal boxes, hand brakes,warning lights and signals,and couplers.
WOIS-6174DOT-910.364-010OES-*
Declining19% decline 2000–200826 openings/year$1,750–$3,078/month
OJT, HS
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
CommercialDriver
CC: 2, 21, 23,27TC: 31, 35PCS:
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
CC: 2, 10TC: 33U: 36PU: 65PCS:
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Railroad Laborers build,maintain, and repair railroadtracks and roadways for safeand effective operations.
WOIS-4288DOT-859.683-018DOT-910.684-014OES-*
Declining24% decline 2000–20081 opening/year$1,400–$8,310/month
OJT, HS No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
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Refuse & RecyclingCollectors collect trash,garbage, and recycledmaterials along an assignedroute. They may drivegarbage trucks or work onthe loading crew.
WOIS-6164DOT-955.687-022OES-98705
Average8% growth 2000–200881 openings/year$1,610–$3,030/month
OJT
Ship Officers & Engineerswork as a team to ensure thesafe and efficient operation ofpowered vessels.
WOIS-6184DOT-197.167-010OES-*
Declining1% decline 2000–200844 openings/year$2,530–$6,710/month
VOC, LIC
OJTShipping & ReceivingClerks receive incomingshipments of merchandise,prepare merchandise forshipment, and keep recordsconcerning these transac-tions.
WOIS-7116DOT-222.387-050OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–2008578 openings/year$1,165–$2,674/month
Truck & Heavy EquipmentMechanics rebuild, repair,and adjust both wheeled andtracked heavy equipmentused in construction, logging,and industrial operations.
WOIS-3114DOT-625.281-010OES-*
Average10% growth 2000–2008342 openings/year$1,560–$3,970/month
OJT, HS,VOC, CC,TC, APP
DieselTechnology
Well Drillers set up andoperate portable drillingmachines and relatedequipment to drill wells.
WOIS-5947DOT-859.362-010OES-87902
Average7% growth 2000–200818 openings/year$1,120–$3,470/month
OJT, HS,APP
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
No approved/accreditedtrainingprograms inWashington.
Severalproprietaryschools offercoursework inthis field.
CC: 4–6, 9, 12,21, 23–24TC: 31–32, 34PCS:
Training isavailablethroughapprenticeshipprograms.
Education & Training Locations
Agricultural Scientists ●
Animal Caretakers ● ● ● ● ● ●
Commercial Fishers ● ● ● ● ●
Farm & Ranch Hands ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Farm Equipment Mechanics ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Farmers & Ranchers ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Fish & Wildlife Specialists ● ●
Foresters ● ●
Forestry Technicians ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Groundskeepers & Gardeners ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Hatchery Workers ● ● ● ●
Irrigation Technicians ●
Nursery Workers ● ● ● ● ● ●
Pest Control Workers
Seasonal Farm Laborers ●
Soil Conservation Aides ● ● ● ● ● ●
Wine Makers ● ●
Yarding & Loading Occupations ● ●
Architects ●
Bricklayers & Tile Setters ● ●
Building Contractors ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Building Inspectors ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Building Maintenance Workers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Carpenters ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Cement Masons ● ●
Construction Laborers ● ●
Construction Managers ● ● ● ●
Electricians ● ● ● ● ● ●
Floor & Carpet Layers ● ● ●
Glaziers ● ● ●
Heat.-Cool. System Mechanics ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Section I – Occupations and Training Locationsin Washington StateThis matrix, prepared by the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board, lists occupations andtraining sites described in this edition of Plan for Tomorrow Today . This guide should be consulted foradditional information on these occupations. This guide also contains an extensive listing of public and privateeducational institutions that can prepare you for the occupation of your choice.
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Ironworkers ●
Linepersons ● ● ●
Painters & Paper Hangers ● ● ● ● ●
Plasterers & Drywall Installers ● ●
Plumbers & Pipefitters ● ● ● ●
Roofers ● ●
Sheet Metal Workers ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Shipfitters & Riggers ● ● ●
Stationary Engineers ● ●
Surveyor Helpers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Architecture & Construction Occupations (cont.)
Actors & Actresses ● ● ● ● ●
Advertising Workers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Announcers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Artists ● ● ● ●
Broadcast Technicians ●
Freelance Writers ● ● ● ● ● ●
Graphic Designers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Industrial Designers ● ●
Interior Designers & Decorators ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Jewelers ● ● ● ●
Marketing Managers ● ● ●
Musicians ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Photofinishers ● ● ●
Photographers ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Prepress Workers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Press Operators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Public Relations Workers ● ●
Reporters ● ● ● ●
Singers & Dancers ● ● ●
Social Scientists ● ●
Stage Technicians ● ● ● ●
Technical Illustrators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Technical Writers ●
Telecommunications Technicians ● ● ● ● ●
Telephone Operators ●
Video Production Workers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communication Occupations
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Education & Training OccupationsEducation Administrators ● ●
Elementary Teachers ● ●
Kindergarten Teachers ● ●
Librarians ●
Library Assistants & Technicians ● ● ● ●
Rehabilitation Counselors ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
School Counselors ● ●
School Psychologists ● ●
Secondary Teachers ● ●
Special Education Teachers ● ●
Teacher Assistants ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
University & College Teachers ● ●
Vocational Teachers ● ● ● ● ●
Business & Administration OccupationsBusiness Executives ● ●
Business Managers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Collection Workers ● ● ● ●
Cost Estimators ● ●
Customer Service Reps. ● ● ● ● ●
Data Entry Operators ● ● ● ● ● ●
Employment Interviewers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
General Office Clerks ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Human Resource Managers ● ● ● ●
Human Resource Specialists ● ● ● ●
Interviewing Clerks ●
Locksmiths ●
Management Analysts ● ●
Messengers
Office Machine Operators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Office Managers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Receptionists ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Researchers ● ●
Secretaries ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Small Business Operators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Word Processing Operators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Acupuncturists ●
Cardiovascular Technologists ● ● ●
Chiropractic Technicians ● ●
Chiropractors
Dental Assistants ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Dental Hygienists ● ● ● ● ●
Dental Laboratory Technicians ● ● ●
Dentists ●
Dietitians ● ●
Electroneurodiagnostic Technol. ● ● ●
Emergency Medical Technicians ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Health Aides ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Health Service Administrators ● ●
Health Techs. & Technologists ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Health Therapists ● ● ● ●
Home Health Aides ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Licensed Practical Nurses ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Massage Therapists ● ● ●
Medical Assistants ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Health Science Occupations
Government & Public Administration Occupations
Customs Inspectors ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Government Executives ● ●
Mail Carriers ●
Park Rangers & Naturalists ● ●
Postal Clerks ● ●
Public Administrators ● ●
Road Maintenance Workers ●
Urban & Regional Planners ●
Wastewater Treat. Plant Oper’s. ● ●
Finance Occupations
Accountants & Auditors ● ●
Bank Tellers ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Bookkeepers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Claim Adjustors ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Financial Institution Managers ● ●
Financial Planners ● ●
Income Tax Advisors ● ●
Insurance Agents ● ● ● ● ●
Loan Officers ● ● ●
Securities Salespeople ● ●
Underwriters ● ●
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Medical Laboratory Technologists ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Medical Records Technicians ● ● ● ● ● ●
Medical Secretaries ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Midwives ●
Naturopathic Physicians
Nurse Practitioners ● ●
Nursing Assistants ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Occupational Therapists ● ●
Opticians ● ● ● ● ●
Optometrists
Pharmacists ●
Health Science Occupations (cont.)
Pharmacy Technicians & Assist. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Physical Therapists ● ●
Physician Assistants ●
Physicians ●
Psychologists ● ●
Radiologic Technologists ● ● ● ● ● ●
Registered Nurses ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Respiratory Therapists ● ● ● ●
Speech-Language Pathologists ●
Surgical Technologists ● ● ● ●
Therapist Assistants ● ● ● ● ● ●
Veterinarians ●
Veterinary Technicians ● ● ● ● ●
Hospitality & Tourism OccupationsBartenders ● ●
Buspersons ●
Casino Workers ●
Chefs ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Dinner Cooks ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Food Prep. & Service Workers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Fry Cooks ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Hotel & Motel Desk Clerks ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Hotel & Motel Managers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Restaurant Managers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Room Cleaners ●
Ticket Agents ● ● ● ● ●
Tour Guides
Travel Agents ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Waiters & Waitresses ● ●
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Human Services Occupations
Athletic Trainers ● ●
Caseworkers ● ●
Child Care Workers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Clergy ● ●
Domestic Service Workers
Fitness Instructors ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Fund-Raising Administrators ● ●
Funeral Directors & Embalmers ●
Interpreters & Translators ● ● ● ●
Janitors ● ● ● ●
Mental Health Counselors ● ●
Parole & Probation Officers ● ●
Professional Athletes
Recreation Leaders ● ● ● ● ●
Residential Counselors ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Sign Language Interpreters ● ● ●
Social Program Planners ● ●
Social Service Aides ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Social Service Specialists ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Information Technology Occupations
Computer Operators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Computer Programmers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Computer Service Technicians ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Database Designers & Admin’s. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Information Systems Managers ● ●
Microcomputer Support Spec. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Network Administrators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Systems Analysts ● ● ●
Web Specialists ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Law & Public Safety Occupations
Correctional Officers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Fire Fighters ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Law Enforcement Officers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Lawyers ● ●
Legal Secretaries ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Paralegals ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Security Guards ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Shorthand Reporters ● ● ●
Store Detectives ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Manufacturing Occupations
Bakers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Beverage Workers ●
Blacksmiths/Forge Shop Workers ● ●
Boat Builders ● ● ● ● ●
Boilermakers ●
Bookbinders & Bindery Workers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Cabinetmakers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Cannery/Food Process. Workers ●
Electronics Assemblers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Expediters ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Fashion Designers ● ● ● ●
Foundry Production Workers ● ●
Machine Tool Operators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Machinists ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Meat Cutters ● ● ●
Metalworking Pattern Makers ● ●
Millwrights ● ● ●
Molders ●
Packers & Wrappers ●
Production Assemblers ● ●
Production Painters & Finishers ● ●
Production Superintendents ● ● ●
Pulp & Paper Workers ● ● ●
Quality Control Inspectors ● ● ● ● ●
Rubber & Plastics Fabricators ● ● ●
Sawmill & Plywood Laborers ●
Sewing Machine Operators ● ● ● ●
Textile Machine Operators ● ●
Tool-and-Die Makers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Welders ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Woodworking Machine Operators ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service Occupations
Sewing Machine Operators ● ● ● ●
Apartment House Managers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Appliance Repairers ● ● ● ● ● ●
Appraisers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Automobile Parts Clerks ● ● ● ● ● ●
Automobile Salespeople ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Automotive Service Technicians ●
Barbers ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Business Services Salespeople ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Buyers & Purchasing Agents ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Cashiers ● ● ● ● ● ●
Cosmetologists ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Retail/Wholesale Sales & Service OccupationsDisplay Workers ● ● ● ● ● ●
Door-to-Door Salespeople ● ●
Equipment Repairers ● ● ● ● ●
Farm Sales & Service Reps. ● ● ● ● ●
Fashion Merchandisers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Floral Designers ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Grocery Clerks ● ● ● ● ●
Hearing Instrument Specialists ● ● ●
Laundry & Drycleaning Workers ●
Models ●
Office Machine Repairers ● ● ● ● ●
Petroleum Process. Occupations ● ● ●
Property Managers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Radio & TV Service Technicians ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Real Estate Agents ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Route Salespeople ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Sales Managers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Sales Representatives ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Salespeople ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Seamstresses & Tailors ● ●
Stock Clerks ● ● ● ●
Telephone Solicitors ● ●
Upholsterers ● ● ●
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Scientific Research & Engineering Occupations
Real Estate Agents ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Aerospace Engineers ●
Aquatic Biologists ● ●
Biological Scientists ● ●
Chemical Engineers ● ●
Chemists ● ●
Civil Engineers ● ●
Computer Engineers ● ●
Drafters ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Earth Scientists ● ●
Economists ● ●
Electrical & Electronics Engineers ● ● ●
Electronics Technicians ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Engineering Technicians ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Environmental Engineers ● ●
Environmental Health Specialists ●
Forensic Scientists ● ●
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Scientific Research & Engineering Occupations (cont.)Industrial Engineers ● ●
Instrument Repairers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Laboratory Testers ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Mathematicians & Statisticians ● ●
Mechanical Engineers ● ●
Nuclear Engineers ● ●
Physicists & Astronomers ● ●
Pollution Control Technicians ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Transportation, Distribution & Logistics OccupationsAir Traffic Controllers ● ●
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Aircraft Mechanics ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Automobile Mechanics ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Body & Fender Repairers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Bus & Taxi Drivers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Flight Attendants ●
Forklift Operators ● ●
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Freight Handlers ● ●
Local Truck Drivers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Long Haul Truck Drivers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Meter Readers ● ●
Pilots & Flight Engineers ● ● ●
Railroad & Brake Operators ● ●
Railroad Laborers ● ●
Refuse & Recycling Collectors ●
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Shipping & Receiving Clerks ●
Truck & Heavy Equip. Mechanics ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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Use common sense and gather your owninformation to find out if a school offersyou what you need for the timeand money you invest.
As you explore careerpossibilities, be sure toask employers about theirattitudes toward thepreparation the schoolcan provide. If you havea particular school inmind, ask employers ifthey would hire someonetrained at that school.
2. What are the completion rates of the school’sstudents? If many students drop out, is it becausethe program is not to their expectations, or are theyable to find jobs even before they complete formaltraining?
3. Do you have to obtain a state license or bebonded before practicing your chosenoccupation? Know what the state licensing andbonding requirements are for an occupation beforetalking to school officials. See page 144 for thetelephone number and address of the licensingagency. If a certain level of education or training isrequired, does the school program meet theserequirements?
4. Is the school licensed, registered, and/oraccredited? Schools must meet minimumrequirements for facilities, teachers, and programsin order to operate.
5. Are facilities and equipment up to date? Ask to sitin on a class and/or take a tour of the school. Schoolswith good facilities will be happy to show off theirprograms, facilities, and equipment.
6. Does the program you are interested in have anadvisory committee made up of representativesfrom business or industry? Ask for a list of theirnames and addresses, and check with them todetermine how often the advisory committee meetsand how much influence they have on the program.When talking to these people, remember, they areprospective employers!
7. Have you considered all costs, since there may bemany expenses in addition to the tuition?
8. If you must pay in advance, what is the school’srefund policy if your program is not or cannot becompleted? There can be significant differencesamong refund policies at public and privateinstitutions.
9. Are extra services provided by the school such ascounseling and job placement assistance?
10. Can you start class immediately, or is there awaiting list? If there is a waiting list, find out howsoon can you start your training and what are you arerequired to do while waiting to start a class?
11. Will the credits you earn be accepted by otherinstitutions if you decide to change schools orcontinue your education at a later date?
Choosing an Educationor Training Program
Postsecondary education can be an excellent investment.However, before enrolling, you should analyze your skillsand talents, gather information about present and futurejob markets, and seriously investigate the school you arethinking about attending.
Training opportunities in Washington are practicallyunlimited. Specific career training is available throughcommunity colleges, technical colleges, or private careerschools. Nearly 1,250 vocational education programsleading to employment in more than 300 different occupa-tions are offered. Many programs offer a variety of instruc-tional options.
There are also over 200 private career schools that offervocational training in approximately 150 occupations.Community-based organizations, the military, and appren-ticeship programs also provide training opportunities.To help you with your search, we have provided somequestions to assist you in your decision. The answersshould help you recognize a quality school and program.
1. What is the program’s placement record? Thefederal government requires schools to revealplacement rates if the school is involved in the FederalStudent Loan program. Ask for information specific tothe school. Don’t use general, regional, or nationaldata as an indication of how well a specific schoolplaces its students. Remember, a school cannotguarantee you a job upon graduation; only employersprovide jobs.
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Clark County Vocational Skills Center12200 N.E. 28th StreetVancouver, WA 98662
Telephone (360) 256-6079
SeaTac Occupational Skills Center18010 8th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98148Telephone (206) 433-2524
Kitsap Peninsula Vocational Skills Center101 National Avenue North
Bremerton, WA 98312Telephone (360) 478-5083
New Market Vocational Skills Center7299 New Market Street
Tumwater, WA 98501Telephone (360) 586-9375
North Central Vocational Skills Center327 East Penny Road, Suite C
Wenatchee, WA 98801Telephone (509) 662-8827
Sno-Isle Vocational Skills Center9001 Airport RoadEverett, WA 98204
Telephone (206) 353-8810
Spokane Vocational Skills Center4141 North Regal Street
Spokane, WA 99207Telephone (509) 353-3363
Tri-City Area Vocational Skills Center5929 West Metaline
Kennewick, WA 99336Telephone (509) 736-2500
Yakima Valley Vocational Skills Center1116 South 15th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902Telephone (509) 575-3289
Choosing an Education or
Training Program (cont.)
THE HIGH SCHOOL SYSTEMThere are 296 school districts in Washington; 247 of theseare high school districts, and 239 offer vocational educationto more than 300,000 students. This figure includes individu-als enrolled in programs in area high schools and vocationalskills centers.
The major goal of vocational education in the school systemis to provide students with marketable skills for immediateemployment upon leaving school and to provide skillsupgrading for those currently employed. Vocational educa-tion training is offered in agriculture, business, marketing,technology, family and consumer science, trade, industry,technical, and health occupations education. For moreinformation, contact your local high school.
Vocational Skills CentersVocational skills centers are regional vocational trainingfacilities for high school students operated under a coopera-tive agreement by two or more participating school districts.There are 9 skills centers in the state, serving over 5,000students from approximately 60 cooperating school districts.
These centers provide specialized vocational trainingprograms that districts or schools may not otherwise be ableto offer. Programs are open to students from participatingschool districts. By combining resources, districts can offermore training opportunities than districts or schools canalone. By serving regions, skills centers draw on largerstudent populations, increasing chances to attract enrollmentnecessary for selected programs. Shared facilities offer acost-effective way to increase training opportunities tostudents beyond their school program while maintaining theiridentity with their home school.
Students spend half the day at their high school and theother half at a vocational skills center. Vocational programsat the centers are operated on a three-hour block basis.Training is focused on skills and knowledge necessary foremployment and is provided in a setting resembling condi-tions found in industry. Instructors are certified on the basisof their success in industry and ability to teach.
COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGESWashington’s Community and Technical College Act of 1991provides for a state system of community and technicalcolleges separate from public secondary schools and four-year institutions. The act requires colleges to “offer an opendoor to every citizen, regardless of academic background orexperiences, at a cost normally within their economicmeans.”
For more information onvocational skills centers or interdistrict
cooperatives, contact:
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Choosing an Education or
Training Program (cont.)
Community CollegesWashington’s community colleges provide a wide rangeof educational opportunities beyond high school. Eachcampus offers something no other postsecondary schoolprovides—the ability to mix vocational training with manyother kinds of education.
Programs offered by community colleges usually fall intothree categories.
1. Liberal Arts and Preprofessional Programs includeintroductory courses in such areas as dentistry,education, law, medicine, and sociology. Theprograms are designed primarily to provide transfercredit to four-year institutions. An associate of artsdegree is awarded on completion of the program.
2. Vocational-Technical Programs prepare students foremployment in a variety of occupations in health,business, mechanical, and technical fields. Acertificate or an associate degree is awarded uponcompletion of either a one- or two-year program.Some programs may require more than two years tocomplete.
3. Apprenticeship Instruction is offered as requestedby local industry. It is available primarily to studentsalready employed in the sponsoring industry andindentured under agreement with the WashingtonState Apprenticeship Council or the Federal Bureau ofApprenticeship and Training.
The highest degree given by a community college is anassociate degree. Community colleges are open to all whohave graduated from high school or who are 18 years oldor older For an adult with no high school degree, commu-nity colleges offer a high school completion program andGED programs. If an individual has difficulty with readingor math, there is help available.
Training can be limited to job-related subjects, or othercourses of interest can be added. Individuals can enroll atany time and leave when they have job skills in any ofover 180 different occupational programs offered at com-munity colleges. In most programs, registration can takeplace at the beginning of any quarter. Some of the morepopular vocational programs have waiting lists. Individualscan enroll in the college and take related courses untiltheir name reaches the top of the waiting list. Tuition costsfor state residents average $500 per academic quarter.The average cost for nonresidents is $2,000 per quarter.
Financial Aid offices are available at each communitycollege to help students qualify for scholarships, loans,and grants; particularly students who are in need.Colleges also help students find part-time jobs.
A listing of community colleges can be found onpage 113.
Technical CollegesThere are 5 technical colleges in Washington that providetraining and education for those aged 16 and older toprepare for entry into the workforce, upgrade skills neededto maintain present employment, improve skills to preparefor advancement, and/or satisfy the related trainingrequirements of a registered apprenticeship andtraining program.
Technical colleges are part of the state’s community andtechnical college system and are governed by a board oftrustees whose members are appointed by the Governorand confirmed by the State Senate.
Technical colleges collectively offer nearly 400 trainingprograms with curriculum designed and monitored bybusiness/labor advisory committees. Program lengths varyfrom a few weeks to two years. Many of the programs are“open-entry/open-exit,” allowing the student to enroll anytime a vacancy exists. Students can exit whenever theyare ready for employment. Some technical collegescurrently offer associate of applied science (AAS)degrees.
For most programs, entrance requirements are kept to aminimum and are determined by the college and thespecific industry advisory committee. Basic skills instruc-tion is provided to aid students who want to improvecurrent skills or need these skills to succeed in thetraining program.
A listing of technical colleges can be found onpage 114.
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIESBachelor’s DegreesA bachelor’s degree can be pursued at several public andindependent four-year colleges and universities. Thisdegree can prepare graduates for entry-level positions(e.g., computer science, business administration) or abroad range of positions (e.g., liberal arts, social sci-ences). Most degree programs require two years ofgeneral study (may be completed at a community college)and two years of study within a major.
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Most four-year colleges and universities require highschool completion or community college course work foradmission. Financial assistance is also available, andthose interested are encouraged to contact the schooldirectly for admissions, financial aid, and program infor-mation.
Tuition and fee charges for resident undergraduatestudents at public institutions range from $2,637 to $3,639per year. Tuition costs at independent institutions varywidely. Tuition charges will likely change each year.
Graduate and Professional DegreesAll of Washington’s public four-year institutions offerpostbaccalaureate educational opportunities in variousprofessional fields leading to a master’s degree. Eachinstitution offers different programs, and those interestedshould contact the institution directly for a listing of pro-grams. Of the public institutions, only the University ofWashington and Washington State University offer doc-toral degrees or professional degrees (e.g., medicine,dentistry, veterinary medicine, and law).
Many postbaccalaureate programs prepare graduates foremployment in upper-level management, research, andhigher education. The time required to complete a post-baccalaureate degree differs according to the level(master’s, doctorate, and professional) of programs andfields of study. Financial assistance is available, but manygraduate students support themselves with part- or full-time employment during their education.
Independent institutions also offer many graduate andprofessional programs, and students should contact theinstitutions directly for information on admissions, financialassistance, and program availability.
A listing of public and independent four-year institu-tions can be found on pages 115 and 116, respectively.
Tech-PrepTech-Prep is a competency-based program that begins inthe last two years of high school, continues through atleast two years at the postsecondary level, and leads tocompletion of an associate degree, certificate, or appren-ticeship. All tech-prep programs include a solid foundationin technology, mathematics, science, and communicationsand are designed to prepare students for mid-leveltechnological occupations.The programs are based onpartnerships among local high schools, community/
technical colleges, universities, business, labor, andcommunity organizations. The partnerships, or consor-tiums, design programs to meet specific workforce needsin a particular community. As a result, actual programofferings may vary from one community to the next.
If you are interested in participating in a tech-prep pro-gram, contact a counselor or career specialist inyour high school or community college.
Running StartIn 1990, the Washington State Legislature enacted“Choices” and “Running Start “ legislation.” This legislationmakes it possible for high school students to attendcommunity colleges while in high school and receivecredit that can be applied to high school graduation and/orpostsecondary study. Any qualified 11th- or 12th-gradestudent in any school district can apply to the communitycollege to enroll tuition-free in courses or programsoffered by the community college. Washington StateUniversity, Central Washington University, and EasternWashington University also participate in the RunningStart program, provided approval has been establishedbetween the school district and the university. The Run-ning Start program applies to all community and technicalcolleges throughout the state.
The school district is required to provide general informa-tion regarding the program to all students in grades 10and 11 and their parents or guardians. A school district isalso required to grant credit for any successfully com-pleted course. If no comparable course is offered by theschool district, the school district superintendent deter-mines how many credits awarded will apply to specificgraduation requirements, and how many credits will applyto electives. Credit for the course will not be noted on thestudent’s high school transcript. The credit will be appliedtoward high school graduation requirements or electives.Students receive college credit only for college-levelcourses taken. Students can receive high school andcollege credit for the same course. Costs for textbooksand transportation to and from colleges are the responsi-bility of the student.
High School CompletionMany occupations listed in this guide require some proofthat you have completed a high school program.
If you are an adult and have not completed the traditionalhigh school program, there are two ways that you can geta high school diploma or its equivalent:
1. The General Education Development (GED) test isa seven and a half-hour test to determine your abilityto read, write, and compute at the average high
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school level. If you are 19 years old or older and passthe test, you will receive a high school equivalencycertificate, which most employers and schools willaccept as comparable to a high school diploma. Thetest is offered at 58 GED testing centers throughoutthe state at a cost of $40. All community andtechnical colleges offer GED preparation classes freeof charge.
2. The Adult High School Completion Programprovides services to adults through community andtechnical colleges. You can earn the credit you needfor a high school diploma on a part-time basis. TheAdult High School diploma provided by the communitycolleges meets state minimum graduationrequirements of the State Board of Education and theOffice of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
3. The Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program offersinstruction in reading, writing, and math at gradelevels one through eight for adults who do not havethe basic skills needed for the Adult High SchoolCompletion program. All vocational-technical institutesand community colleges provide Adult BasicEducation programs at their local campuses and atmany outreach programs. For more information onthese programs, contact the adult or continuingeducation director at your local community ortechnical college.
4. The External Diploma Program (EDP) can be usedby older adults with good basic skills. It is anindividualized, confidential, applied-performanceassessment of 65 adult competencies in 8 real-lifecontexts in the areas of communication, computation,self-awareness, social awareness, consumerawareness, scientific awareness, occupationalpreparedness, and technological awareness. This pilotproject operates at Renton Technical College, SeattleCentral Community College, Seattle Goodwill Literacy,Literacy Action Center of Seattle, Seattle PublicLibrary, and the Skokomish Tribal Education Program.
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Direct general questionsabout private careerschool education to:
Executive DirectorWashington Federation ofPrivate Vocational Schools
8610 N.E. 169th StreetBothell, WA 98011-3936
Telephone: (425) 488-4845
Private Career Schools & Colleges
Private career schools and colleges have a long history,dating back to the early colonies. These independentschools provided job training opportunities for nearly twocenturies before public institutions began offering voca-tional programs. The first such local school was charteredby the Territorial Legislature about 1880. In WashingtonState today, over 30,000 students are served annually innearly 300 specialized private career schools and col-leges.
Many people choose private career schools and collegesbecause they offer students frequent start dates, flexibleand focused programs, and continuous operating sched-ules, which allow students to complete their education asrapidly as possible. Most private career schools andcolleges offer graduates job placement assistance—theopportunity of securing a wage sooner than if you were togo job hunting alone.
Students graduating from private career schools andcolleges are awarded either a certificate or diploma or anassociate or bachelor’s degree upon completion. Studentsmay be required to obtain a state license before enteringthe job market for such occupations as cosmetologistsand some allied health professions. The choice is yours tomake. Generally, diploma or certificate programs take lesstime to complete than programs offering associate de-grees or baccalaureate degrees.
Many private career schools and colleges are accreditedby nationally recognized agencies. All private careerschools are required to be licensed or approved by anappropriate state agency. Diploma and certificate pro-
grams must be licensed by the Workforce Training andEducation Coordinating Board. Cosmetology schools arelicensed by the Department of Licensing. Degree-grantinginstitutions must be approved by the Higher EducationCoordinating Board. Each is required to adhere to thestringent regulations associated with obtaining the appro-priate license or accreditation.
Accredited schools may participate in the U.S. Depart-ment of Education Student Financial Assistance programs.This allows students to apply for a variety of federal grantsand loans. Many students choose to participate in sometype of financial assistance to help meet the cost ofeducation. Students should discuss these expenses andavailable payment options with the school.
Most private career schools and colleges offer some typeof financial assistance to help students meet the cost ofeducation.
Students are urged to compare the real cost of educationwhen inquiring about both private and public schools. Thisdoesn’t mean just looking at tuition. The cost of books andfees (are they included in the tuition price?), housing, childcare, transportation, and normal living expenses duringthe time it will take to complete your education also needto be taken into consideration.
Always consider how quickly you can expect to completeyour education and begin earning a wage. Regardless ofthe type of school you are considering, public or private,degree or nondegree, inquire about placements in thefield—how many people graduate from the program at theschool and how many get jobs in the field you are seekingto enter? These are important questions to assist you withevaluating the effectiveness of the program.
If your career goal focuses on a particular vocationalprogram offered by a private career school, communicatedirectly with that school. Arrange for a tour of the facility,and talk to the students. Addresses and phone numbersare included in this publication.
A list of private career schools begins on page 117.
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On-the-Job Training
& Apprenticeship
ON-THE-JOB TRAININGSome employers provide their own on-the-job training(OJT) programs, which may involve classroom instructionand close supervision at the workplace. Many publiclyfunded training programs also include OJT.
The programs, which can last up to six months, can teachthe skills necessary for the job or just help you becomefamiliar with the employer’s system. During on-the-jobtraining, you are paid regular wages. For more informationon training programs, contact individual employers.
CAREERS THROUGH APPRENTICESHIPApprenticeship is a training system for careers requiring adiversity of skills and knowledge, as well as maturity,independence, and judgment. It involves planned, super-vised day-by-day training and on-the-job experience,combined with technical studies in career-related subjects.Apprentices train for careers such as emergency medicaltechnicians, computer numerical control machinists, soundcommunication and electronic control technicians, waterpollution control plant operators, carpenters, electricians,and machinists.
Through instruction and experience, both on and off thejob, apprenticeships provide all practical and theoreticalaspects of the work required in a skilled occupation.
Most apprenticeships last from one to five years, depend-ing on the occupation. To master a trade, each skill mustbe learned, perfected, and brought up to the speed andaccuracy required of the job.
Each program is administered by a committee of em-ployee and employer representatives and registered withthe Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Coun-cil. The committee determines entrance requirements,screens applicants, and monitors training.
You and the ProgramOnce you have been selected as an apprentice, a writtenagreement is made that includes when the programbegins and ends, a description of the training, wages, andother general conditions of employment.
As an apprentice, you will work with, learn from, and besupervised by skilled craftspersons who are very compe-tent in their particular trades and have earned the title ofjourneyperson or master. For further knowledge of yourcraft, additional training will be required beyond thepractical training you receive during your regular work
days as an apprentice. These classes may be in public orprivate schools or through home study or correspondencecourses if not available locally.
Earn While You LearnDuring apprenticeship, you work as a full-time, paidemployee of the company. You are paid a percentage rateof a fully qualified worker’s rate and receive regularincreases. The employer or sponsor also pays for relatedclassroom training at a vocational school or a community/technical college. Some sponsors conduct their owninstruction or use supervised correspondence courses.
Qualifications for apprenticeships vary and may includeminimum age requirements, mechanical and mathematicalaptitude tests, high school diploma or GED, health re-quirements, and previous work experience.
For more on apprenticeshipprograms in your area, contact:
Dept. of Labor & IndustriesApprenticeship & Training Section
http://www.wa.gov/lni/apprenticeshipLongview
(360) 575-6927
Olympia(360) 902-6781
Tacoma(253) 596-3930
Seattle(206) 284-8250
For apprenticeships in theArmed Forces, contact your local
Armed Forces Recruiter
U.S. Dept. of LaborBureau of Apprenticeship & Training
Seattle(206) 553-5286
Mt. Vernon(360) 416-3026
Spokane(509) 324-2590
Moses Lake(509) 764-6906
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On-the-Job Training & Apprenticeship (cont.)
Steps to Journey-Level Through Apprenticeship
➊ Contact your local state apprenticeship and training representative,
the U.S. Bureau of Apprenticeship, or inform your employer of your
wishes to become an apprentice. They will discuss the
qualifications and demands of the job with you and help you decide
if you are genuinely interested in becoming an apprentice. You may
be told to take a general aptitude test and pass with a satisfactory
score. You may also need to pass a physical examination that
meets the requirements of the job.
➋ If you meet all of the qualifications, you will be interviewed by the
Apprenticeship Training Committee to help you further decide if an
apprenticeship is really for you. If you are selected, your name will
be placed on an apprentice list and appear according to the
committee’s final evaluation.
➌ When work becomes available, you will be called. Before reporting
to work, you will be required to sign an “Apprenticeship Agreement”
card, which registers you with the state as an apprentice.
➍ When you satisfactorily complete your probationary period (if
required), finish the classroom training, and meet all other
requirements of the terms of your apprenticeship agreed upon
when you were first indentured, you will reach Journey Level .
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The majority of Armed Services technical schools havebeen evaluated by the American Council on Education,which has recommended vocational, undergraduate, orgraduate college credit for military training. In addition,many of the occupations have been evaluated andrecommendations made to postsecondary institutions toaward higher education credit for this employment experi-ence.
The Department of Defense and the Department of Laborhave a joint agreement, providing the opportunity for aservice person to complete an apprenticeship program ina specific occupation and obtain a journey-level ratingwhile they are in the service.
Some of the Armed Services provide an opportunity for ayoung enlisted person to obtain a commission as anofficer or a warrant officer. Enlisted personnel often maybe selected to attend one of the Service Academies if theyqualifiy.
All of the Armed Services are interested in continuingeducation for their personnel. Members are eligible forprograms such as the Montgomery GI Bill and tuitionassistance. Individual services may offer other educationalincentives such as a loan repayment program and collegeassistance funds in addition to the Montgomery GI Bill.
Recent studies indicate that many young men and womenare not aware of the military as an employment option andmany of them have never talked to an Armed Servicesrecruiter. The recruiter is the occupation specialist for theArmed Services and can provide up-to-date, detailedinformation on training, work experience, and occupations.
Military Careers
In today’s job market and economy, the Armed Serviceshave become a major avenue for young men and womento receive vocational skills training to succeed in one ofthe many military occupations and also for use in theirchosen civilian careers.
The Armed Services hire people with skills or people whocan and want to be trained. Today, nearly six of everyseven service members are employed in occupationsother than combat arms. Approximately 80 percent of thespecialties have a direct civilian occupational counterpart.In addition, service members learn excellent work habitsand attitudes, which are of immense value in the civilianmarket (teamwork, ability to complete a task on time, andseeing that the work is done well). Individuals who enterthe Armed Services today receive some of the finest andmost advanced technological training available. Theylearn to operate and maintain state of the art communica-tions and navigation equipment; missile systems; andadvanced, high-speed computers across a global andinternational network. Personnel in the Armed Servicesalso work in office settings, performing such tasks astyping, record keeping, and managing government fundsand materials. Planning, training, and executing to highstandards are the norm; teamwork becomes a crucialelement to excellent morale and esprit. Leadership isvalued as an important skill and is taught or reinforced atevery opportunity.
Armed Services recruiters provide material that describestheir specific service. They also interview and assess eachapplicant with regard to background and interest. This isfollowed by a series of mental and physical tests todetermine the applicant’s mental and physical qualifica-tions. No actual commitment is involved until the applicantsigns the Armed Services Enlistment Contract.
Many of the Armed Services, in cooperation with a localschool district, offer Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps(JROTC) programs to students who want to participateand learn self-discipline, leadership, and other skills,which may benefit them in school or in the future.
For those considering college, all of the Armed Servicesoffer scholarships each year to graduating high schoolseniors and college students. The Reserve Officer Train-ing Corps (ROTC) scholarship provides monetary assis-tance for tuition, books, fees, and supplies, in addition to amonthly stipend of $150 during the school term or up to$1,500 per school year. The scholarship can be used for aperiod of two, three, or four years. All of the services offertechnical, apprenticeship, and on-the-job training in avariety of occupations.
For more information on careersin the Armed Services, contact your
local Armed Forces recruiter.
For more information on ROTC,contact your ROTC Scholarship
and Enrollment Officer at:(253) 967-6014.
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For more information on theWashington National Guard,
call 1-800-562-8544,which will connect you to
Washington National Guardrecruiting personnel in Tacoma.
You will then be referredto a local recruiter for
further assistance.
Military Careers (cont.)
WASHINGTON NATIONAL GUARDTRAINING AND BENEFITS
The Washington National Guard is composed of over9,000 citizen soldiers who serve both the state and thenation. Most of the men and women National Guardmembers have civilian occupations, as well as Guardcareers, although the National Guard has full-time em-ployees that perform a variety of day-to-day jobs, whichkeep the Washington State militia operating smoothly.
In its state role, the Washington National Guard can becalled on by the Governor to respond to emergencysituations such as the eruption of Mount St. Helens or tofight forest fires. As part of our nation’s total defense force,the Guard can also be mobilized to respond to nationalemergencies.
Washington’s National Guard has two distinct organiza-tions, the Air Guard and the Army Guard. Within eachorganization, there are a number of career opportunitiesand all have varying degrees of application to civilian lifeand nonmilitary components provide excellent training forwhich Guard members are paid while learning.
Throughout the military training process, leadership andmanagement skills are emphasized. These skills havedirect application in civilian employment.
Guard units offer a variety of specialized skills trainingfrom word processing to flight training. As in privateindustry, the military is highly computerized, and there are
opportunities for military training in information manage-ment systems.
Because the Guard has a large variety of military equip-ment, many Guard personnel specialize as vehicle andaircraft mechanics, heavy equipment operators, pilots,truck drivers, and food service technicians. The Washing-ton National Guard is unusual in that it is one of the fewmilitary organizations that has its own army and air force.
Along with military training opportunities that help enhancecivilian occupations, the Washington National Guard offersopportunities for its members to train outside WashingtonState and overseas. In the last year, Guard units havetrained in Germany, Belgium, Panama, Japan, and Korea.
After 20 years of service, Guard personnel qualify forretirement, which begins when the man or woman reachesthe age of 60. While serving, Guard’s men and womenare paid and receive many benefits such as insurance,post exchange privileges, and additional training. Manymembers use Guard pay to buy extras for their families,save for their children’s college education, or investtoward their own retirement.
The Washington National Guard also offers new membersin selected units an enlistment bonus and the MontgomeryGI Bill. For example, a Guard’s man or woman workingtoward a bachelor’s degree can receive over $200 permonth to offset college expenses. Men and womenwanting to become officers can join the simultaneousmembership program. In this program, a college studentcan participate in an ROTC program and the NationalGuard at the same time. The advantage is the student canreceive leadership experience and pay while in trainingwith the National Guard. Career opportunities for medicalresidents, doctors, dentists, physicians’ assistants, andregistered nurses are also offered by the National Guard.
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Financing Your Education
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEWhether you are interested in becoming a doctor or anauto mechanic, a teacher or a teacher’s aide, financialassistance is available to help pay educational expensesfor those who can demonstrate a need. Federal and stategovernments, colleges, and a wide variety of privateorganizations are all potential sources of financial aid.
Because the demand for student aid exceeds the supplyof dollars available, you must apply early. If you candemonstrate financial need, meet the various eligibilityrequirements, and if funds are available, you will qualifyfor some assistance, regardless of your age or yourtraining interests.
How to ApplyTo apply for federal and state aid, you must complete the“Free Application for Federal Student Aid” form. Thisapplication form is available at all high schools andcolleges. The application collects information, which isused to determine how much assistance you may beeligible to receive. To receive general applicationinformation, request “The Financial Aid Handbook” from:
Higher Education Coordinating BoardStudent Financial Aid Division
P.O. Box 43430Olympia, WA 98504-3430
If you need help filling out the forms, contact any localfinancial aid office. Once the school you are planning toattend receives the necessary forms, they will be able todetermine what financial aid you can receive. Check withthe school you plan to attend about other forms you needto submit. And, don’t forget to apply for admission, as wellas financial aid. Schools will generally check your admis-sion status before they begin packaging any financial aid.
Types of AssistanceThere are basically five types of financial aid funds:
1. Scholarships : gift aid, usually based on financialneed and/or academic performance.
2. Grants : gift aid, usually based on financial needalone.
3. Loans : money that must be repaid after leavingschool.
4. Work-Study : part-time work during the school year,and full-time work during school vacations.
5. Conditional Scholarship/Loan : a loan that isforgiven in whole or in part if the recipient renders aservice; for example, by nursing in a designatedshortage area.
If you apply and qualify for financial aid, you will likelyreceive a “package” made up of several of these typesof aid.
WAVE Scholarships forVocational StudentsEach year the Washington Award for Vocational Excel-lence (WAVE) is presented to up to 147 vocational-technical students in Washington State. Winners of WAVEreceive grants for six quarters or four semesters ofundergraduate study at any of the community and techni-cal colleges, public four-year regional and researchuniversities, most independent colleges, and all licensedprivate career schools.
Students are eligible for the award if they graduate fromhigh school with two years in a vocational program orcomplete a vocational program in a community or techni-cal college. Up to three WAVE recipients are selected ineach legislative district based on occupational proficiency,leadership, and community service.
Schools may submit from one to four applications, de-pending on the number of vocational students graduatingor completing programs during the award year. Eachapplication must be accompanied by an evaluationcompleted by their vocational instructor.
The WAVE program is administered by the WashingtonState Workforce Training and Education CoordinatingBoard. If you are interested in competing for WAVE Award,talk to your vocational teacher or write to the WorkforceBoard at:
The Workforce Training and EducationCoordinating Board
128 - 10th Avenue, S.W.P.O. Box 43105
Olympia, WA 98504-3105
Nominations for awards are due to your school’sWAVE Coordinator by February 15. The recipients areannounced mid-April.
MAJOR PROGRAMSFederal Pell Grant provides money to undergraduates tohelp pay for education after high school and can provide a“foundation,” to which aid from other federal sources canbe added.
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Financing Your Education (cont.)
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant(FSEOG) provides money to undergraduates with excep-tional financial need to help pay for education after highschool.
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program provides jobs forundergraduates and graduates who need financial aid,giving them a chance to earn part of their educationalexpenses.
Federal Stafford Loan is a low-interest loan provided bylenders such as colleges, banks, or credit unions to helppay for education after high school. These loans aresubsidized and insured by the federal government.
Federal Perkins Loan is a low-interest (5 percent) loan tohelp undergraduates and graduates pay for educationafter high school and is made through their schools’financial aid offices. Check your financial aid office to seeif your school participates in this program.
State Need Grant (SNG) provides cost-variable grants toneedy Washington undergraduate residents enrolling atWashington’s public or private two- and four-year collegesand selected private career schools. Full- and part-timestudents are eligible. Students with dependents, otherthan spouses, may receive a dependent care allowance.
State Work-Study (SWS) promotes the employment ofneedy undergraduates and graduates in jobs related totheir career or academic interests. A working student canpartially meet their current educational costs instead ofdeferring payments through loan borrowing.
Promise Scholarship is a new scholarship program forlow- and middle-income students who graduate in the top10 percent of their classes and plan to attend a college oruniversity in Washington.
Washington State Financial AidHigher Education
Coordinating BoardStudent Financial Aid
917 Lakeridge WayP.O. Box 43430
Olympia, WA 98504-3430Phone: (360) 753-7850
Stafford and PLUS LoansNorthwest Education
Loan Association811 First Avenue
500 Colman BuildingSeattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206/461-5300or 1-800-562-3001
Federal Financial AidU.S. Department of Education
Office of Student Financial AssistanceWashington, D.C. 20202-5464
Phone: 1/800/433-3243or 1-800-730-8913 (TDB)
Information Sources forBasic Sources of
Student Financial Aid
(see chart on following page)
RememberApplying for financial aid takes time;don’t put it off until the last minute.
Check with the school you want to attendregarding application deadlines. And,
you may have to apply every year.
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Financing Your Education (cont.)
BASIC SOURCES OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID
(a) Loan maximums include options to borrow based on need (subsidized loans) and to borrow without regard tofinancial need (unsubsidized loans).
(b) Based on achievement, including Preliminary SAT and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) scores.(c) For outstanding African American students who qualify with PSAT and NMSQT scores.(d) ROTC scholarships offered by Air Force, Army, and Navy at designated colleges based on student SAT and ACT
test scores. Contact nearest military recruiting office for more information.
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Sourceof Funds
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Banks or U.S. Dept.of Education through
the college
Banks or U.S. Dept.of Education through
the college
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Institutional
State
Type of Aid
Federal Pell Grant
Federal SEOG
Washington StateNeed Grant
Tuition Waiver
National Merit Scholarship
National AchievementScholarship
ROTC Scholarship
Institutional
Washington Award forVocational Excellence/Washington Scholars
Promise Scholarship
Health ProfessionalScholarship
Federal Perkins Loan
Nursing Student Loan
Health ProfessionsStudent Loan
Federal Stafford Loans
PLUS Loan
Federal Work-Study
Cooperative Education
State Work-Study
MaximumYearly Amounts
$2,300
$4,000
$2,250
Cost of Tuition
Variable
Tuition & fees at state research universities
$1,585
Variable
Undergraduate: $3,000 annually; $15,000 totalGraduate: $5,000 annually; $30,000 total,including undergraduate
$2,500
$2,500 plus tuition
Dependent Undergraduate: $2,625 1st yr.;$3,000 2nd yr.; $5,500 other yrs. $23,000 in total.Independent Undergraduate: $6,625 1st yr.$7,500 2nd yr. $10,500 other yrs.$46,000 in totalGraduate/Professional: $18,500 annually,$138,500 in total, including undergraduate
Cost of education less financial aid
Variable
Variable
Variable
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Vocational Education Assistance
for Persons With Disabilities
In 1973, Congress passed the Education of theHandicapped Act (PL 94-142), which states, “No individualin the United States . . . shall, solely by reason of hishandicap, be excluded from the participation in, be deniedthe benefits of, be subjected to discrimination under anyprogram or activity receiving federal financial assistance.”This statute guarantees students with disabilities the rightof consideration for entrance and ensures access into ournation’s vocational education programs. “Reasonableaccommodation” must also be made in entranceprocedures and individual classrooms to ensurenondiscrimination. Most instructors and intake counselorsare aware of alternative testing, curricula, and teachingtechniques needed to compensate for or circumventstudent disabilities.
Vocational education programs today are equipped tomeet individual needs of students, while at the same time,prepare them for the labor market. The public schoolslisted in this guide are barrier-free and have specialists toadvise and tutor disabled students. Coordinators ofdisabled students services in each of the schools aretrained to deal with a wide range of student problems. Inmost cases, they will know how to accommodate studentneeds by using interpreters, readers, braille, tapes, tutors,etc. They also provide an important link with facultymembers who may be asked to modify teaching styles toaccommodate students with disabilities.For accommodation information, contact the servicecoordinator for disabled students at the school you plan toattend.
See page 150 for a listing of coordinators for studentswith disabilities.
For more information on
vocational rehabilitation,
contact the Division of
Vocational Rehabilitation
in Olympia at:
(360) 438-8000 or 1-800-637-5627
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATIONVocational rehabilitation is a process of helping peoplehelp themselves, offering services to persons withdisabilities who want to work. It presents an opportunity tobecome independent.
Employment and preparation services are available topersons with disabilities who meet the followingrequirements:
1. A physical or mental disability that makes it hard toobtain or hold a job.
2. A reasonable expectation that the individual will be ableto work after receiving vocational rehabilitation services.
Services are provided regardless of race or color, sex,religion, nationality, type of disability, (as long as it has keptan individual from working), and age (as long as theindividual is of working age).
Evaluation, including diagnostic and related services andcounseling and guidance are provided without cost. Otherservices may be available without cost, depending on theindividual’s ability to pay.
The rewards of vocational rehabilitation are many andvaried. The average rehabilitated person repays the fullcosts of rehabilitation in state and federal taxes within fiveyears, not to mention savings to public and private welfareagencies, families, and friends. Most important,rehabilitation helps individuals and their families live aneffective, independent, and dignified life.
Employers are finding it is good business to hirevocationally rehabilitated people. Working together inpartnership benefits us all.
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Vocational Education Assistance for Persons With Disabilities (cont.)
Vocational rehabilitation services may include:
☛ An evaluation pinpointing strengths and weaknesses through expertmedical, psychiatric, social, and psychological evaluations.
☛ Counseling and guidance to help choose and prepare for work.Factors such as aptitudes, likes and dislikes, and future jobopenings are taken into consideration.
☛ Restoration, including surgery, dental care, artificial limbs, medica-tion, psychotherapy, and other services essential to getting suitableemployment.
☛ Training for many occupations at vocational schools, colleges, onthe job, or rehabilitation facilities.
☛ Tuition, books, and equipment costs necessary for training orstarting a new job.
☛ Transportation expenses, during a rehabilitation program in supportof other planned services.
☛ Living allowances, including food, rent, utilities, child care, etc.,during the program in cooperation with other agencies.
☛ Job placement in a suitable job in cooperation with the WashingtonState Employment Service, training facilities, private employmentagencies, etc.
☛ Follow-up study of an individual’s progress on the job to ensure thatemployment is satisfactory.
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Workforce Investment Act
Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Title I-B services areadministered by Workforce Development Councils in 12Workforce Investment Areas in Washington State (see listof administrative offices below). The councils oversee aWorkSource system made up of a partnership of serviceprovider agencies (see page 146 for a list of WorkSourcecenters). All employers and job seekers are encouraged toaccess employment, labor market, and training informationavailable through WorkSource partnerships.
Workforce Development Councils also manage threeWIA grants:
The OlympicWorkforce Investment Area514 Division Street, MS-23
Port Orchard, WA 98366
Telephone: (360) 337-7185
The Pacific MountainWorkforce Investment Area719 Sleater-Kinney Rd., S.E. #200
Lacey, WA 98503-1133
Telephone: (360) 754-4113
ext. 111
Northwest WashingtonWorkforce Investment AreaP.O. Box 2009
Bellingham, WA 98227
Telephone: (360)671-1660
or 1-800-746-8555
Snohomish CountyWorkforce Investment Area917 - 134th Street, S.W., B-3
Everett, WA 98204
Telephone: (425) 921-3474
ext. 202
Workforce Investment Areas
Tri-CountyWorkforce Investment Area120 South 3rd, #200-A
Yakima, WA 98901
Telephone: (509) 574-1950
Eastern WashingtonWorkforce Investment Area320 North Main
Colville, WA 99114
Telephone: (509) 684-8421
Benton-FranklinWorkforce Investment Area6515 West Clearwater, Suite 236
Kennewick, WA 99336
Telephone: (509) 735-8543
Spokane City and CountyWorkforce Investment AreaWest 808 Spokane Falls Blvd.
Room 621
Spokane, WA 99201
Telephone: (509) 625-6210
1. Youth Activities Grant makes it possible to providedisadvantaged youth (ages 14–21) with services suchas counseling, tutoring, paid and unpaid workexperience, support services, and instruction leading tohigh school completion or equivalent.
2. Adult Employment and Training Grant provideseligible unemployed and underemployed adults with jobsearch assistance and other employment andeducation services such as English-as-a-Second-Language and occupational skills training.
3. Dislocated Worker Grant offers eligible dislocatedworkers individualized retraining and reemploymentservices.
The Seattle-King CountyWorkforce Investment AreaMarket Place One, Suite 250
2003 Western Avenue
Seattle, WA 98121-2162
Telephone: (206) 448-0474
Tacoma-Pierce CountyWorkforce Investment Area733 Market Street, Room 21
Tacoma, WA 98402
Telephone: (253) 591-5450
or 1-800-999-8168
Southwest WashingtonWorkforce Investment Area111 West 39th Street
Vancouver, WA 98660
Telephone: (360) 696-8417
or (360) 696-8409
The PentadWorkforce Investment Area234 North Mission Avenue
P.O. Box 2360
Wenatchee, WA 98807-2360
Telephone: (509) 663-3091
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Job Corps Program
Job Corps is a national training and employment programadministered by the Department of Labor. Job Corps isdesigned to assist young people who both need and canbenefit from the wide range of services provided in theresidential settings of Job Corps Center campuses. Theseservices include basic education, vocational skills training,
Cascades Job Corps CenterP.O. Box 819
Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
Telephone: (360) 856-3400
Columbia Basin Job Corps Center6539 24th Street, Bldg. 2402
Moses Lake, WA 98837
Telephone: (509) 762-5581
Job Corps Center Campuses In Washington State
social skills training, work experience, counseling, healthcare, and related support services. To be eligible for a JobCorps scholarship, an applicant must be 16–24 years ofage; a U.S. citizen or legal resident; meet incomeguidelines and be ready, willing, and able to participatefully in an educational environment. An applicant must alsobe willing to sign a pre-admission agreement, pledgingsupport to the Job Corps Zero Tolerance for Violence andDrugs policy.
Curlew Job Corps Center3 Campus Street
Curlew, WA 99118
Telephone: (509) 779-4611
Fort Simcoe Job Corps Center40 Abella Lane
White Swan, WA 98952
Telephone: (509) 874-2244
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1. Bellevue CommunityCollege3000 Landerholm Circle, S.E.Bellevue, WA 98007-6484Telephone: (425) 564-1000
website: www.bcc.ctc.edu
2. Big Bend CommunityCollege7662 Chanute StreetMoses Lake, WA 98837-3299Telephone: (509) 762-5351
website: www.bbcc.ctc.edu
3. Cascadia CommunityCollege19017 - 120th Ave., N.E.Suite 102Bellevue, WA 98011Telephone: (425) 398-5400
website: www.cascadia.ctc.edu
4. Centralia College600 West Locust StreetCentralia, WA 98531-4099Telephone: (360) 736-9391
website: www.centralia.ctc.edu
5. Clark College1800 East McLoughlin Blvd.Vancouver, WA 98663-3379Telephone: (360) 992-2000
website: www.clark.edu
6. Columbia Basin College2600 North 20th AvenuePasco, WA 99301Telephone: (509) 547-0511
website: www.cbc2.org
7. Edmonds CommunityCollege20000 - 68th Avenue WestLynnwood, WA 98036-5999Telephone: (425) 640-1500
website: www.edcc.edu
8. Everett Community College801 Wetmore AvenueEverett, WA 98201-1327Telephone: (425) 388-9100
website: www.evcc.ctc.edu
9. Grays Harbor College1620 Edward P Smith DriveAberdeen, WA 98520Telephone: (360) 532-9020
website: ghc.library.ctc.edu
10. Green RiverCommunity College12401 S.E. 320th StreetAuburn, WA 98092-3699Telephone: (253) 833-9111
website: www.greenriver.ctc.edu
11. Highline Community College2400 South 240th StreetP.O. Box 98000Des Moines, WA 98198-9800Telephone: (206) 878-3710
website: /www.highline.ctc.edu
12. Lower Columbia College1600 Maple StreetP.O. Box 3010Longview, WA 98632Telephone: (360) 577-0310
website: lcc.ctc.edu
13. North SeattleCommunity College9600 College Way NorthSeattle, WA 98103Telephone: (206) 527-3600
website: nsccux.sccd.ctc.edu
14. Olympic College1600 Chester AvenueBremerton, WA 98337-1699Telephone: (360) 792-6050
website: www.oc.ctc.edu
15. Peninsula College1502 East Lauridsen Blvd.Port Angeles, WA 98362-6698Telephone: (360) 452-9277
website: www.pc.ctc.edu
16. Pierce Collegeat Fort Steilacoom9401 Farwest Drive, S.W.Tacoma, WA 98498-9988Telephone: (253) 964-6500
website: /www.pierce.ctc.edu
17. Pierce College at Puyallup1601 - 39th Avenue, S.E.Puyallup, WA 98374Telephone: (253) 840-8400
website: /www.pierce.ctc.edu
18. Seattle CentralCommunity College1701 BroadwaySeattle, WA 98122-9905Telephone: (206) 587-3800
website: edison.sccd.ctc.edu
Community Colleges
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Community Colleges (cont.)
19. Seattle Vocational Institute21205 Jackson StreetSeattle, WA 98144-2211Telephone: (206) 587-4950
website: sviweb.sccd.ctc.edu
20. Shoreline CommunityCollege16101 Greenwood Avenue N.Seattle, WA 98133Telephone: (206) 546-4101
website: www.shore.ctc.edu
21. Skagit Valley College2405 East College WayMount Vernon, WA 98273Telephone: (360) 416-7600
website: /www.svc.ctc.edu
22. South Puget SoundCommunity College2011 Mottman Road, S.W.Olympia, WA 98512-6292Telephone: (360) 754-7711
website: www.spscc.ctc.edu
23. South SeattleCommunity College6000 - 16th Avenue, S.W.Seattle, WA 98106-1499Telephone: (206) 764-5300
website: www.sccd.ctc.edu/south
24. Spokane CommunityCollegeNorth 1810 Greene StreetSpokane, WA 99207-5399Telephone: (509) 533-7000
website:www.scc.spokane.cc.wa.us
25. Spokane FallsCommunity College3410 W. Fort George Wright Dr.Spokane, WA 99224-5288Telephone: (509) 533-3500
website:www.sfcc.spokane.cc.wa.us
26. Tacoma Community College6501 South 19th StreetTacoma, WA 98466-6100Telephone: (253) 566-5000
website: www.tacoma.ctc.edu
27. Walla WallaCommunity College500 Tausick WayWalla Walla, WA 99362-9267Telephone: (509) 522-2500
website: www.wallawalla.cc
28. Wenatchee Valley College1300 Fifth StreetWenatchee, WA 98801-4927Telephone: (509) 662-1651
website: wvc.ctc.edu
29. Whatcom CommunityCollege237 West Kellogg RoadBellingham, WA 98226-8003Telephone: (360) 676-2170
website: www.whatcom.ctc.edu
30. Yakima ValleyCommunity College16th Avenue & Nob Hill Blvd.Yakima, WA 98907Telephone: (509) 574-4600
website: www.yvcc.cc.wa.us
31. Bates Technical College1101 South Yakima AvenueTacoma, WA 98405-4895Telephone: (253) 596-1500
website: www.batestc.ctc.edu
32. BellinghamTechnical College3028 Lindbergh AvenueBellingham, WA 98225-1599Telephone: (360) 738-0221
website: www.beltc.ctc.edu
Technical Colleges
33. Clover ParkTechnical College4500 Steilacoom Blvd., S.W.Tacoma, WA 98499-4098Telephone: (253) 589-5800
website: www.cptc.ctc.edu/cptc
34. Lake WashingtonTechnical College11605 - 132nd Avenue, N.E.Kirkland, WA 98034-8506Telephone: (425) 739-8100
website: www.lwtc.ctc.edu
35. Renton Technical College3000 N.E. Fourth StreetRenton, WA 98056-4195Telephone: (425) 235-2352
website: www.renton-tc.ctc.edu
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36. Central WashingtonUniversity400 East 8th AvenueEllensburg, WA 98926-7500Telephone: (509) 963-1111
website: www.cwu.edu
37. Central WashingtonUniversityLynnwood Center2000 - 68th Avenue, WestLynnwood, WA 98036Telephone: (425) 640-1574
website: www.cwu.edu
38. Central WashingtonUniversitySeaTac Center2450 South 142nd AvenueSeaTac, WA 98188-9288Telephone: (206) 439-3800
website: www.cwu.edu
39. Central WashingtonUniversitySteilacoom Center9401 Farwest Drive, S.W.Tacoma, WA 98498-1999Telephone: (253) 964-6635
website: www.cwu.edu
40. Central WashingtonUniversityWenatchee Center1300 - 5th StreetWenatchee, WA 98801Telephone: (509) 665-2600
website: www.cwu.edu
Public Colleges & Universities
41. Central WashingtonUniversityYakima Center16th Avenue & Nob Hill Blvd.P.O. Box 1647Yakima, WA 98907-1647Telephone: (509) 575-2587
website: www.cwu.edu
42. Eastern WashingtonUniversityCheney, WA 99004-2496Telephone: (509) 359-6200
website: www.ewu.edu
43. The Evergreen State CollegeMailstop TA-00Olympia, WA 98505Telephone: (360) 866-6000
website: www.evergreen.edu
44. University of WashingtonSeattle, WA 98195-0001Telephone: (206) 543-2100
website: www.washington.edu
45. University of WashingtonBothell CampusCanyon Park Business Center22011 26th Avenue, S.E..Bothell, WA 98021-4900Telephone: (425) 685-5300
website: bothell.washington.edu
46. University of WashingtonTacoma CampusPerkins Building, 1103 A StreetTacoma, WA 98402-3100Telephone: (206) 552-4400
website:www.tacoma.washington.edu
47. Washington State UniversityPullman, WA 99164Telephone: (509) 335-3564
website: www.wsu.edu
48. Washington State UniversitySpokane Campus601 West First AvenueSpokane, WA 99204-0399Telephone: (509) 358-7500
website: www.spokane.wsu.edu
49. Washington State UniversityTri-Cities Campus100 Sprout RoadRichland, WA 99352-1643Telephone: (509) 372-7000
website: www.tricity.wsu.edu
50. Washington State UniversityVancouver Campus14204 N.E. Salmon Creek Ave.Vancouver, WA 98686-9600Telephone: (360) 546-9788
website: www.vancouver.wsu.edu
51. Western WashingtonUniversityBellingham, WA 98225Telephone: (360) 650-3000
website: www.wwu.edu
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52. Antioch University2607 2nd AvenueSeattle, WA 98121Telephone: (206) 441-5352
website: www.seattleantioch.edu
53. City University335 - 116th Avenue, S.E.Bellevue, WA 98004Telephone: (425) 643-2000
website: www.cityu.edu
54. DigiPen Instituteof Technology5001 - 150th Avenue, N.ElRedmond, WA 98052Telephone: (425) 558-0299
website: www.digipen.edu
55. Gonzaga UniversityEast 502 Boone AvenueSpokane, WA 99258Telephone: (509) 328-4220
website: www.gonzaga.edu
56. Heritage College *3240 Fort RoadToppenish, WA 98948Telephone: (509) 865-2244
website: www.heritage.edu
57. Northwest College of Art16464 State Highway 305Poulsbo, WA 98370Telephone: (360) 779-9993
website: www.nca.edu
58. Northwest College5520 - 108th, N.E.Kirkland, WA 98083-0579Telephone: (425) 425-8266
website: www.nwcollege.edu
59. Pacific Lutheran University12180 Park Avenue SouthTacoma, WA 98447Telephone: (253) 531-6900
website: www.plu.edu
60. Saint Martin’s CollegeLacey, WA 98503Telephone: (360) 491-4700
website: www.stmartin.edu
61. Seattle Pacific University3307 - 3rd Avenue WestSeattle, WA 98119Telephone: (206) 281-2000
website: www.spu.edu
62. Seattle UniversitySeattle, WA 98122Telephone: (206) 296-6000
website: www.seattleu.edu
63. Seattle UniversitySchool of LawSeattle, WA 98122Telephone: (206) 296-6000
64. University ofPuget Sound1500 North WarnerTacoma, WA 98416Telephone: (253) 756-3100
website: www.ups.edu
65. Walla Walla College204 South College AvenueCollege Place, WA 99324Telephone: (509) 527-2615
website: www.wwc.edu
66. Whitman CollegeWalla Walla, WA 99362Telephone: (509) 527-5111
website: www.whitman.edu
67. Whitworth CollegeSpokane, WA 99251Telephone: (509) 466-1000
website: www.whitworth.edu
* Degree programs accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, but exempted from state jurisdiction.
Independent Colleges & Universities
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This list is current as of October 2001. For the most current listing of private career schools,see the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board website at www.wtb.wa.gov.
Private Career Schools
68. A to Z ComputerOffice Training1700 S.E. Mile Hill Dr., #201Port Orchard, WA 98366Telephone: (360) 876-5540
email:[email protected]:www.atozcomputerofficetraining.com
69. Academy forCoach Training16301 N.E. 8th St., #216Bellevue, WA 98008Telephone: (425) 401-0309
email: [email protected]: www.coachtraining.com
70. Academy of OrthodonticAssisting805 - 164th St., S.E., #200Mill Creek, WA 98012Telephone: (425) 741-2641or (425) 742-7717
website: www.orthoassist.com
71. Academy of TravelCareers, Inc.15015 Main St., #213Bellevue, WA 98007Telephone: (425) 747-8949
email:[email protected]: www.academyoftravel.com
72. Ace Academy2515 Olympia Hwy. N., #CShelton, WA 98584Telephone: (360) 427-9409
73. ACN Technical Institute20007 - 44th Ave. W., #ALynnwood, WA 98036-6744Telephone: (425) 775-4926
email: [email protected]: www.acnti.com
74. ActNow Personnel& Training Services303 West B StreetYakima, WA 98902-2642Telephone: (509) 454-8124
email: [email protected]
75. Adams CareerSolutions, LLC10900 N.E. Fourth, #1000Bellevue, WA 98004Telephone: (425) 646-8790
email:[email protected]:www.adamscareer solutions.com
76. Adams CareerSolutions, LLC16400 Southcenter Parkway#400Tukwila, WA 98188Telephone: (206) 575-1960
email:[email protected]:adamscareersolutions.com
77. Alexandar School of NaturalTherapeutics, Inc.4032 Pacific AvenueTacoma, WA 98408Telephone: (253) 473-1142
email:[email protected]:www.alexandarmassagesch.com
78. AlmaTech ResourceInstitute15 South Grady Way, #B-19Renton, WA 98055Telephone: (425) 917-1800
email: [email protected]: www.almatech.net
79. AMASIA College501 South Jackson StreetSeattle, WA 98104Telephone: (206) 682-2423
email: [email protected]
80. American Institute ofClinical Massage780 Pines Road, #105Post Falls, ID 83854Telephone: (208) 457-8909
email: aicmtouch.comwebsite: aicmtouch.com
81. American Institute ofMedical Sciences10564 - 5th Ave., N.E., #102Seattle, WA 98125Telephone: (206) 364-4979
email: [email protected]: www.getmedtraining.com
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82. American Schoolof Broadcast915 West Second Ave., #5Spokane, WA 99201Telephone: (509) 535-1010or 1-800-369-3258
email: [email protected]:www.americanradioschool.com
83. American Sign Language& Interpreting Schoolof Seattle2366 Eastlake Ave. E., #218P.O. Box 31468Seattle, WA 98103Telephone: (206) 860-3503
email: [email protected]: www.aslis.org
84. Ancient Arts MassageSchool and Clinic750 Swift Boulevard, #18Richland, WA 99352Telephone: (509) 946-9575
email: [email protected]
85. Anita’s School ofElectrolysis3320 North AddisonSpokane, WA 99207Telephone: (509) 487-1982
email: [email protected]
86. Apollo College2600 S.E. 98th AvenuePortland, OR 97266-1302Telephone: (503) 761-6100
email: [email protected]: www.apollocollege.com
87. Apollo CollegeNorth 1101 Fancher RoadSpokane, WA 99212Telephone: (509) 532-8888
email: [email protected]: www.apollocollege.com
88. Argus Pacific, Inc.1900 West Nickerson, #315Seattle, WA 98119Telephone: (206) 285-3373
email: [email protected]: www.arguspacific.com
89. Arizona Automotive Institute6829 North 46th AvenueGlendale, AZ 85301-3597Telephone: (623) 934-7273
email: [email protected]: azautoinst.com
90. Art Institute of Seattle2323 Elliott AvenueSeattle, WA 98121Telephone: (206) 448-0900
email: [email protected]: www.aii.edu
91. Art Instruction Schools,Inc.,Palmer Write3309 N.E. BroadwayMinneapolis, MN 55413Telephone: (612) 339-6656
email: [email protected]: www.artists-ais.com
92. Ashmead CollegeEverett Campus2721 Wetmore AvenueEverett, WA 98201Telephone: (425) 339-2678
email:[email protected]: www.ashmeadcollege.com
93. Ashmead CollegeFife Campus5005 Pacific Highway E., #20Fife, WA 98424-2617Telephone: (253) 926-1435
email:[email protected]: www.ashmeadcollege.com
94. Ashmead CollegeSeattle CampusNorthgate Meridian Building2111 N. Northgate Way, #218Seattle, WA 98122-9018Telephone: (206) 985-6518
email:[email protected]: www.ashmeadcollege.com
95. Ashmead CollegeVancouver Campus120 N.E. 136th Ave., #220Vancouver, WA 98684Telephone: (360) 885-3152
email:[email protected]: www.ashmeadcollege.com
96. Aster Technology Institute6430 Tacoma Mall Blvd.Tacoma, WA 98409-7244Telephone: (253) 471-0900
email:[email protected]:www.AsterTechnologyInstitute.com
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97. At-Home Professions2001 Lowe StreetFort Collins, CO 80525Telephone: (970) 225-6300
98. Avalon Academy8821 – 51th Avenue, S.E.Marysville, WA 98270Telephone: (360) 653-3240
email: [email protected]
99. Barbizon Schoolof Seattle1501 Fourth Avenue, #305Seattle, WA 98101Telephone: (206) 223-1500
website:www.barbizonmodeling.com
104. Bartending Academyof Spokane12510 E. Sprague Ave., #6Spokane, WA 99216Telephone: (509) 228-9393
105. Bartending College122 Bronson Way, #170Renton, WA 98055Telephone: (509) 228-9393
106. Bellevue Massage School16301 N.E. Eighth, #106Bellevue, WA 98008Telephone: (425) 641-3409
107. Bennett/Stellar Universityof NLP & Hypnotherapy1324 North 77th StreetSeattle, WA 98103Telephone: (206) 729-8658
email: [email protected]: www.imagineit.org
108. Blackjack Academyof Gaming15505 First Avenue, #1Burien, WA 98166Telephone: (206) 988-5018
109. BodymechanicsSchool of Myotherapy& Massage3920 Capital Mall Dr., S.W.#404Olympia, WA 98502Telephone: (360) 786-8582email:[email protected]: www.bodymechanics.net
110. BodyMind Academy1247 - 120th Ave. N.E., #KBellevue, WA 98005Telephone: (425) 35-0145
website: www.bodymind-academy.com
111. BodyMind EnergeticsInstitute15832 – 34th Ave., N.E.Seattle, WA 98155Telephone: (206) 361-4700
email: [email protected]
112. Brenneke School ofMassage160 Roy StreetP.O. Box 9886Seattle, WA 98109Telephone: (206) 282-1233
email: [email protected]:www.brennekeschool.com
113. Brian Utting Schoolof Massage900 Thomas Street, #200Seattle, WA 98109Telephone: (206) 292-8055
email: [email protected]: www.busm.com
114. Brudvik Schoolof Refrigeration20926 - 63th Ave. W., #BLynnwood, WA 98036Telephone: (425) 771-6024
115. Bryman College17900 Pacific Hwy. S., #400SeaTac, WA 98188Telephone: (206) 241-5825
email: [email protected]: www.cci.edu
100. Bartending Academy12811 -8th Ave. W., #C205Everett, WA 98204Telephone: (425) 355-2866
101. Bartending Academy15 South Oregon Ave., #103Tacoma, WA 98409Telephone: (253) 474-0330
102. Bartending Academyof Burien447 – 152th, N.W.Burien, WA 98166Telephone: (206) 244-4300
103. Bartending Academyof Everett12811 - 8th Ave. W., #C-205Everett, WA 98204Telephone: (425) 355-2866
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116. Bryman Schoolof Phoenix4343 North 16th StreetPhoenix, AZ 85106Telephone: (602) 274-4300
website:www.hightechschools.com
117. Bubbles Below, the ScubaProfessionals, LLC17315 - 140th Avenue, N.E.Woodinville, WA 98072-6879Telephone: (425) 4244-3483
email: [email protected]: www.bubblesbelow.com
118. Business ComputerTraining InstituteEverett Campus500 S.E. Everett Mall Way#B-200Everett, WA 98208-3244Telephone: (425) 438-9700
email: [email protected]: www.bcti.org
119. Business ComputerTraining InstituteFife Campus5580 Pacific Highway E., #BFife, WA 98424-2500Telephone: (253) 922-7607
email: [email protected]: www.bcti.org
120. Business ComputerTraining InstituteLacey Campus606 Sleater-Kinney Rd., S.E.Lacey, WA 98503-1008Telephone: (360) 459-7900
email: [email protected]: www.bcti.org
121. Business ComputerTraining InstituteTacoma Campus5825 Tacoma Mall BoulevardTacoma, WA 98409-6917Telephone: (253) 475-1980
email: [email protected]: www.bcti.org
122. Business ComputerTraining InstituteTukwila Campus15445 - 53th Avenue SouthTukwila, WA 98188-2338Telephone: (206) 431-8644
email: [email protected]: www.bcti.org
123. Business ComputerTraining InstituteVancouver Campus204 S.E. Stone Mill Dr., #200Vancouver, WA 98684-6981Telephone: (360) 253-2007
email: [email protected]: www.bcti.org
124. Cambridge College12500 East Iliff Ave.,#100Aurora, CO 80014Telephone: (303) 338-9700
email: www.hightechschools.com
125. Capital BusinessMachines Learning Center3660 Pacific Ave., S.E.Olympia, WA 98501Telephone: (360) 491-6000
email: [email protected]: www.cbm-wa.com
126. Casino DealerSchool North9685 Firdale AvenueEdmonds, WA 98020Telephone: (206) 533-0688
email:[email protected]
127. Casino Dealer School807 Grand BoulevardVancouver, WA 98661Telephone: (360) 906-1579
email:[email protected]
128. Cat Tales ZoologicalTraining Center17020 North Newport Hwy.Mead, WA 99021-9539Telephone: (509) 238-4126
email: [email protected]: www.zooschool.org
129. Cedar Mountain Center forMassage, Inc.5601 N.E. St. Johns RoadVancouver, WA 98661Telephone: (360) 696-2210
email:[email protected]:www.cedarmountainmassage.com
130. Center for ObjectRelations2107 Elliott Avenue, #310Seattle, WA 98121Telephone: (206) 443-9045
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Private Career Schools (cont.)
131. Certificate Programin Clinical Theory& Practice11911 N.E. First, #206Bellevue, WA 98005Telephone: (206) 461-3883
email:[email protected]:www.family-services.org
132. Check Ride DriverTraining Services13632 N.E. 177th PlaceP.O. Box 632Woodinville, WA 98072Telephone: (425) 402-8200
website: www.check-ride.com
133. Clayton GroupServices, Inc.4636 E. Marginal Way S., #215Seattle, WA 98134Telephone: (206) 763-7364
website: www.claytongrp.com
134. Clinton Technical InstituteMotorcycle MechanicsInstitute2844 West Deer Valley RoadPhoenix, AZ 85027Telephone: (623) 869-9644
email: [email protected]: uticorp.com
135. Clinton Technical InstituteMotorcycle & MarineMechanics InstituteDivision9751 Delegates DriveOrlando, FL 32837Telephone: (407) 240-2422
email: [email protected]: uticorp.com
136. Cole & Associates,Training & Consulting, Inc.451 S.W. Tenth Street, #100Renton, WA 98055Telephone: (425) 793-5505
email: [email protected]: www.ctcbear.com
137. College of EmergencyServices21609 N.E. 72nd AvenueBattle Ground, WA 98604Telephone: (360) 687-8287
email: [email protected]: www.ces-ems.org
138. Collins College1140 South Priest DriveTempe, AZ 85281Telephone: (602) 966-3000
email: [email protected]: www.alcollins.com
139. Columbia MassageInstitute712 Swift Boulevard, #3BRichland, WA 99352Telephone: (509) 943-1083
email: [email protected]
140. Commercial DriverServices, Inc.2310 South 84th St., #20Lakewood, WA 98499Telephone: (253) 983-0200
email:commercialdriverservices@
uswestmail.netwebsite:www.commercialdriversvcs.com
141. Computer LearningCenters1025 Black Lake Blvd., #3AOlympia, WA 98503Telephone: (360) 754-9565
email: [email protected]: www.tcbb.com
142. Computer Training Center408 South Chelan AvenueWenatchee, WA 98801-2176Telephone: (509) 663-3272
email: [email protected]: www.deancpa.com
143. Concorde Career Institute1827 N.E. 44th AvenuePortland, OR 97213Telephone: (503) 281-4181
email: [email protected]
website:www.concordecareercolleges.com
144. Construction IndustryTraining Council1930 - 116th Ave., N.E.Bellevue, WA 98004Telephone: (425) 454-2482
email: [email protected]: www.citcwa.com
145. Court Reporting Institute/CRI Computer Training929 North 130th Street, #2Seattle, WA 98133Telephone: (206) 363-8300
website: www.cri.org
146. Crawford Nautical School353 Alaskan Way SouthP.O. Box 4890Seattle, WA 98104-0890Telephone: (206) 667-9377
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147. Dental Assistant TrainingCenter, Division of DentalCareers3216 N.E. 45th Place, #213Seattle, WA 98105Telephone: (206) 522-7320
email: [email protected]
148. Design Education40908 Meridian EastEatonville, WA 98328Telephone: (360) 832-3506
email: gdmartin@mashell-com
149. Divers Instituteof Technology4315 - 11th Ave., N.W.P.O. Box 70667Seattle, WA 98107-0667Telephone: (206) 783-5542
email:[email protected]: www.diversinstitute.com
150. Earthwalk Schoolof Energy Healing9631 Firdale AvenueEdmonds, WA 98020-6519Telephone: (206) 533-0667
email: [email protected]
151. Emil Fries Piano Hospital& Training Center2510 East Evergreen Blvd.Vancouver, WA 98661-4323Telephone: (360) 693-1511
email:[email protected]:www.pianotuningschool.org
152. Eton Technical Institute209 East Casino RoadEverett, WA 98208Telephone: (425) 353-4888
email: [email protected]: www.etontech.com
153. Eton Technical Institute31919 Sixth Avenue SouthFederal Way, WA 98003Telephone: (253) 941-5800
email: [email protected]: www.etontech.com
154. Eton Technical Institute3649 Frontage Road, #APort Orchard, WA 98367Telephone: (360) 479-3866
email: [email protected]: www.etontech.com
155. Evergreen HypnosisAcademy9125 Central Valley RoadP.O. Box 3272Silverdale, WA 98383Telephone: (360) 692-2633
email: [email protected]
156. Experience I.T!11627 Airport Road, #EEverett, WA 98204Telephone: (425) 347-2474
email: [email protected]: www.robustnet.com
157. Experience I.T!5009 Pacific Highway E.#21-WFife, WA 98424-3432Telephone: (253) 922-0185
email: [email protected]: www.robustnet.com
158. Floral Design Institute2701 N.W. Vaughn, #429Portland, OR 97210Telephone: (503) 223-8089
email: [email protected]:www.floraldesigninstitute.com
159. Floral Design Institute911 Western Avenue, #575Seattle, WA 98104Telephone: (206) 749-9464
email: [email protected]:www.floraldesigninstitute.com
160. Fourth R of Seattle& Mercer Island2820 Thorndyke Ave. WestSeattle, WA 98199-2934Telephone: (206) 8861
email: [email protected]: www.fourthr.com
161. Fourth R ofWhatcom County333 Telegraph RoadBellingham, WA 98226-8751Telephone: (360) 752-0501
email: [email protected]: www.nw-itt.com
162. Franklin Institute of Sales3312 N.E. 202Seattle, WA 98155Telephone: (503) 699-9211
email: [email protected]: fissales.com
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163. Fryar’s Maritime Services1200 East 33rd StreetVancouver, WA 98663Telephone: (360) 737-8022
164. Gabriel Institute22515 - 100th Place, S.W.Vashon, WA 98070Telephone: (206) 463-1227
email:[email protected]
165. Gene Juarez AdvancedTraining Salon1901 Fourth AvenueSeattle, WA 98101Telephone: (206) 622-6611
email: [email protected]: www.genejuarez.com
166. Global NetworkTechnologies, Inc.500 South 336th, #203Federal Way, WA 98003Telephone: (253) 924-1680
email: [email protected]: www.gnt-inc.com
167. GMC Training Institute109 West Second StreetGrandview, WA 98930-1362Telephone: (509) 882-2523
email: [email protected]
170. H & R Block Education& Training
a. H & R Block301 South Third StreetRenton, WA 98055Telephone: (253) 852-8020
email: [email protected]
b. H & R Block BasicIncome Tax Course211 West WishkahAberdeen, WA 98520Telephone: (360) 532-0575
email:[email protected]
c. H & R Block BasicIncome Tax Course1289 State Avenue, #CMarysville, WA 98270Telephone: (360) 653-3591
d. H & R Block BasicIncome Tax SchoolCalifornia Avenue3717 California AvenueS.W., #101Seattle, WA 98116Telephone: (206) 935-21613
email: [email protected]: www.hrblock.com
e. H & R Block IncomeTax Course15015 Main StreetBellevue, WA 98007Telephone: (425) 643-1730
email: [email protected]: www.hrblock.com
f. H & R Block IncomeTax Course2512 Meridian StreetBellingham, WA 98225Telephone: (360) 733-2327
email: [email protected]
g. H & R Block IncomeTax Course218 S.W. 152nd StreetBurien, WA 98166-2308Telephone: (206) 246-4592
h. H & R Block IncomeTax Course7010 Evergreen WayEverett, WA 98203Telephone: (425) 355-6810
email: [email protected]: www.hrblock.com
i. H & R Block IncomeTax Course1331 S.W. Barlow StreetOak Harbor, WA 98277-3159Telephone: (360) 675-9588
email:[email protected]
j. H & R Block IncomeTax Course7626 South Tacoma WayTacoma, WA 98409Telephone: (253) 475-9500
email: [email protected]: www.hrblock.com
k. H & R Block IncomeTax Course108 Third Street, S.E.Yelm, WA 98597Telephone: (360) 458-3499
email: [email protected]
168. Grandview Training Center912 Hillcrest AvenueGrandview, WA 98930Telephone: (509) 882-1200
169. Great Wall DealersTraining Center3121 South 38th StreetTacoma, WA 98409-5611Telephone: (253) 473-2500
l. H & R Block IncomeTax Course School19618 SR 2Monroe, WA 98272-1536Telephone: (360) 794-4402
m. H & R Block IncomeTax CourseRainier Avenue9305 Rainier Avenue SouthSeattle, WA 98118Telephone: (206) 721-5343
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n. H & R Block IncomeTax Preparation School4018-A W. Clearwater Ave.Kennewick, WA 99336Telephone: (509) 783-5402
email:[email protected]
o. H & R Block IncomeTax Preparation School1701 North DivisionSpokane, WA 99207-2310Telephone: (509) 325-9270
email: [email protected]:www.handbrook.com
p. H & R Block IncomeTax School17318 Pacific AvenueSpanaway, WA 98387Telephone: (253) 537-2880
email:[email protected]
q. H & R Block IncomeTax School2010 Main StreetVancouver, WA 98660Telephone: (360) 695-8530
email: [email protected]
r. H & R Block Income TaxTraining School2817 Wheaton WaySte. 101Bremerton, WA98310-3440Telephone: (360) 405-1040
s. H & R Block IncomeTax Training School1757 North National Ave.Chehalis, WA 98532Telephone: (360) 748-6088
email: [email protected]
t. H & R Block IncomeTax Training School22021 - 7th Ave. South, #4Des Moines, WA 98198Telephone: (206) 824-8000
email: [email protected]
u. H & R Block IncomeTax Training School9842 Gravellly Lake, S.W.Lakewood, WA 98499Telephone: (253) 584-6434
email:[email protected]
v. H & R Block IncomeTax Training School1200 Cooper Point Rd.#312Olympia, WA 98502Telephone: (360) 786-1635
email:[email protected]
w. H & R Block IncomeTax Training School622 East Front StreetPort Angeles, WA 98362Telephone: (360) 452-8485
email: [email protected]: www.hrblock.com
x. H & R Block SeattleCenter Income TaxTraining School174 Denny WaySeattle, WA 98109-4915Telephone: (206) 441-1040
email:[email protected]: www.hrblock.com
y. H & R Block Tax School350 Triangle MallLongview, WA 98632Telephone: (360) 423-2290
email: [email protected]
z. H & R Block TaxTraining School10312 - 120th St. East, #14Puyalllup, WA 98374Telephone: (253) 848-9133
aa. H & R Block TaxTraining School835 N.E. Northgate WaySeattle, WA 98125Telephone: (206) 361-1040
email: [email protected]
bb. H & R Block TaxTraining School1231 North 205th StreetShoreline, WA 98133Telephone: (206) 542-6310
171. Heuristic Profiling™Institute300 Vuemont Pl., N.E., #T-204Renton, WA 98056Telephone: (425) 271-3357
email: [email protected]
172. Hi-Tech Learning Center2505 S. 320th St., Suite 610Federal Way, WA 98003Telephone: (425) 348-9797
email: [email protected]: www.go2cert.com
173. Hi-Tech Learning Center1203 Everett Mall Way, #REverett, WA 98208-2866Telephone: (425) 348-9797
email: [email protected]
174. High-Tech Institute1515 East Indian School Rd.Phoenix, AZ 85014-4901Telephone: (602) 279-9700
website:www.hightechschools.com
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175. Hillcrest Training Center721 Otis AvenueSunnyside, WA 98944Telephone: (509) 837-2122
176. Humanix9507 East Sprague AvenueSpokane, WA 99206Telephone: (509) 467-0062
email: [email protected]: www.humanix.com
177. Humanix TechnologyCenters7307 North Division, #200Spokane, WA 99208Telephone: (509) 467-0062
email: [email protected]: www.humanix.com
178. HVAC Training School23024 Brier RoadBrier, WA 98036Telephone: (425) 778-2510
email: [email protected]: www.hvacschool.com
179. Hypnotherapy Instituteof Spokane2732 North Nelson StreetSpokane, WA 99207Telephone: (509) 327-4465
email:[email protected]:www.hypnotherapyinstitute.org
180. Inland Massage Institute111 East Magnesium Rd., #FSpokane, WA 99208Telephone: (509) 465-3033
website:www.inlandmassage.com
181. Institute for TherapeuticLearning9322 - 21st Avenue, N.W.Seattle, WA 98117Telephone: (206) 783-1838
email: jelias@sprynetcomwebsite: home.sprynet.com/~jelias
182. Institute of StructuralMedicine™103 Ross RoadTwisp, WA 98856Telephone: (206) 784-8504
email: [email protected]:www.structuralmedicine.com
183. Interface Computer SchoolNevada Street Campus9921 North NevadaSpokane, WA 99218Telephone: (509) 467-1727
email: [email protected]: www.interface-net.com
184. Interface Computer SchoolPines Road Campus1005 North Pines, #130Spokane, WA 99206Telephone: (509) 926-1223
email: [email protected]: www.interface-net.com
185. Interface Computer SchoolWashington Street Campus1118 North Washington StreetSpokane, WA 99201Telephone: (509) 323-0070
email: [email protected]: www.interface-net.com
186. International AirAcademy, Inc.2901 East Mill Plain Blvd.Vancouver, WA 98661Telephone: (360) 695-2500
email: [email protected]: airacademy.com
187. International College ofUniversal Reflexologies726 N.E. Second AvenueCamas, WA 98607Telephone: (360) 833-9899
email: feetmetoocool.comwebsite:www.reflexologyschools.com
188. International Instituteof TransportationResource, Inc.15828 S.E. 114th StreetClackamas, OR 97015Telephone: (503) 657-8225
email: [email protected]: www.iitr-truckschool.com
189. International Stunt School2723 Saratoga LaneEverett, WA 98203Telephone: (425) 290-9957
email: [email protected]: www.stuntschool.com
190. John CasablancasModeling50 - 116th Avenue S.E., #100Bellevue, WA 98004Telephone: (425) 646-3585
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191. Kim Brooke GroupModel Marketing2044 Eastlake Avenue EastSeattle, WA 98102Telephone: (206) 329-1111
email:[email protected]: kimbrooke.com
192. Knowledge Alliance3290 - 146th Place, S.E.Building A, #BBellevue, WA 98007Telephone: (425) 957-9500
website: www.kalliance.com
193. L & T TrainingNorth 17912 Michael RoadColbert, WA 99005Telephone: (509) 464-2199
email: [email protected]
194. Liberty Tax Services9479 Bayshore Drive, N.W.P.O. Box 3366Silverdale, WA 98383-3366Telephone: (360) 692-4043
email: [email protected]
195. Lightpoint LearningSolutions1601 - 114th Ave., S.E., #110Bellevue, WA 98004-6969Telephone: (425) 454-4005
email: [email protected]:wwwlightpointlearning.net
197. Marysville Travel School9317 State Avenue, #EMarysville, WA 98270Telephone: (360) 658-8747
email: [email protected]: marysville travel.com
198. Maser’s Academy ofFine Grooming6515 N.E. 181st StreetSeattle, WA 98155Telephone: (425) 486-1299
email: [email protected]: www.masers.com
199. Master Technician Training811 East Sprague, #6Spokane, WA 99202Telephone: (509) 747-8810
email: [email protected]: inwhvac.org
200. Medical TrainingConsultant InstituteWeathervane Square, #37025 – 27th Street WestUniversity Place, WA 98466Telephone: (253) 566-8282
email: [email protected]: www.mtci-wa.com
201. MEDPREP VocationalTraining Center1110 Fifth Street, #1Marysville, WA 98270-4500Telephone: (360) 657-0621
email: [email protected]:nursingassistanttraining.com
202. Meridian Valley Travel13208 S.E. 240th StreetKent, WA 98042Telephone: (253) 631-2360
email:[email protected]:meridianvalleytravel.com
203. Micro Learning Centers3625 Perkins Lane, S.W.Tacoma, WA 98499Telephone: (253) 584-6423
email:[email protected]: www.microlearn.com
204. Minnesota Instituteof Hypnosis &Hypnotherapy1690 Cliff Lake Rd., #112-200Eagan, MN 55122Telephone: (952) 616-0732
email: [email protected]: www.kevinhogan.com
205. Mission Farrier School700 N.W. Gilman Blvd., #432Issaquah, WA 98027-5395Telephone: (509) 520-2831
email:[email protected]
196. London Florist School2553 - 152nd Avenue, N.E.Building 15, #K-1Redmond, WA 98052Telephone: (425) 451-1135
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206. Montessori Education& Training
a. Montessori Collegefor Early Education2411 - 112th Avenue, N.E.Bellevue, WA 98004Telephone: (425) 454-7439
email: info@bellmontessori
b. Montessori EducationCenter of the Rockies/Pacific Northwest4621 - 41st Avenue, N.E.Seattle, WA 98105Telephone: (206) 522-7349
c. Montessori EducationInstitute of the PacificNorthwest, Inc.3217 - 30th Avenue, S.W.Seattle, WA 98126Telephone: (206) 937-3738
email: [email protected]: www.meipn.com
d. Montessori Schools ofWashington TeacherPreparation Program1804 Puget DriveEverett, WA 98203-6600Telephone: (425) 355-1311
e. Montessori Schools ofWashington Teacher
g. Montessori TeacherPreparation ofWashington3410 South 272nd StreetKent, WA 98032Telephone: (253) 859-2262
email: [email protected]:www.montessoriplus.org
h. Spring Valley MontessoriTeacher EducationProgram36605 Pacific Hwy. SouthFederal Way, WA 98003Telephone: 253/927-2557
email:[email protected]:www.springvalley.org
i. United MontessoriAssociation4686 N.E. Lincoln RoadPoulsbo, WA 98370-8905Telephone: 360/394-8386
email: [email protected]:www.unitedmontessori.com
207. Mortgage Learning1801 – 12th Avenue, N.W.Issaquah, WA 98027Telephone: (425) 271-9799
email:[email protected]:www.mortgagelearning.net
208. Moscow Schoolof Massage600 South Main StreetMoscow, ID 83843Telephone: (208) 882-7867
email:[email protected]
209. National TransportationTraining & Consulting,LLC200-0 Airport WayEast Wenatchee, WA 98802Telephone: (509) 881-0214
email: [email protected]: truckertraining.com
210. National TransportationTraining & Consulting,LLCWhite Flag Building104 South Freya, #121Spokane, WA 99202Telephone: (509) 534-3380
email: [email protected]: truckertraining.com
211. Netdesk Corporation601 Union Street, #2700Seattle, WA 98101-4074Telphone: (206) 224-7690
email: [email protected]: www.netdesk.com
212. Network & ComputerSupport Group10020 - 125th Avenue, N.E.Kirkland, WA 98033Telephone: (425) 451-0655
email: [email protected]
213. New Horizons ComputerLearning Center ofWestern Washington12822 S.E. 32nd St., #200Bellevue, WA 98005-4318Telephone: (425) 454-4285
email: [email protected]: www.newhorizons.com
Preparation ProgramSouth 910 EvergreenVeradale, WA 99037Telephone: (509) 891-5090
f. Montessori TeacherPreparation of Spokane9009 North Wall StreetSpokane, WA 98218Telephone: (509) 325-0939
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214. North American Instituteof NEURO-THERAPY960 Wildwood BoulevardIssaquah, WA 98027Telephone: (206) 322-0633
email: [email protected]: members.aol.com/neurother/
215. Northgate Training Center7330 N.E. Bothell Way, #203Kenmore, WA 98011Telephone: (425) 485-7182
216. Northwest CareerTraining Center3707 South Godfrey Boulevard,#104Spokane, WA 99224Telephone: (509) 458-0928
email: [email protected]: [email protected]: www.trans-system.com
217. Northwest Institute ofDental Technology1525 North Fourth StreetRenton, WA 98055Telephone: (425) 430-0301
email: [email protected]
218. Northwest MerchantMarine Training Services2450 Sixth Avenue S., #302Seattle, WA 98134Telephone: (206) 467-1465
email: [email protected]: www.mmts.com
219. Northwest Schoolof Massage &Education Center2702 W. Sunset Blvd., #2Spokane, WA 99224-1108Telephone: (509) 835-4000
email: [email protected]
220. Northwest Schoolof Massage21505 – 60th Street EastSumner, WA 98390-8630Telephone: 1-800-929-9441
221. Northwest School ofWooden Boatbuilding251 Otto StreetPort Townsend, WA 98368Telephone: (360) 385-4948
email: [email protected]: www.nwboatschool.org
222. Northwest TruckTraining, Inc.1011 Harris StreetKelso, WA 98626-4511Telephone: (888) 714-8385
email: [email protected]
223. Nursing AssistantTraining Institute918 B North 160th StreetShoreline, WA 98133Telephone: (206) 546-1120
email:[email protected]
224. Office Careers1311 RepublicanSeattle, WA 98109Telephone: (206) 405-2844
email: [email protected]: www.officecareers.org
225. Office TrainingCenter, Inc.209 South Sunnyside Ave.Sequim, WA 98382Telephone: (360) 683-7742
226. Oil Heat Instituteof Washington3820 Stone Way NorthSeattle, WA 98103-8006Telephone: (206) 548-1500
email: [email protected]: www.oilheatstory.com
227. Paladin Data SystemsCorporation19472 Powder Hill PlaceN.E. ,#100Poulsbo, WA 98370Telephone: (360) 779-3100
email: [email protected]: www.paladindata.com
228. Perry Technical Institute2011 West Washington Ave.Yakima, WA 98903-1296Telephone: (509) 453-0374
email: [email protected]: www.perrytech.net
229. Photographic CenterNorthwest900 Twelfth AvenueSeattle, WA 98122Telephone: (206) 720-7222
email: [email protected]: www.pcnw.org
230. Pima Medical Institute1627 Eastlake Avenue EastSeattle, WA 98102Telephone: (206) 322-6100
email: [email protected]: www.pimamed.com
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231. Port TownsendSchool of Massage617 Tyler StreetP.O. Box 1055Port Townsend, WA 98368Telephone: (360) 379-4066
email:[email protected]:massageeducation.com
232. Power Tech Training, LLC10310 S. Tacoma Way, #19Lakewood, WA 98499Telephone: (866) 267-1110
email: [email protected]: www.powertt.com
233. Preferred Transportation& Training2280 Snipes Pump RoadMabton, WA 98935-9755Telephone: (509) 837-2538
email: [email protected]
234. Priority InstructionalCenter11011 C Occident St., S.W.Lakewood, WA 98499-0987Telephone: (253) 512-0313
235. Productivity PointInternational600 - 108th Ave., N.E., #847Bellevue, WA 98004Telephone: (425) 646-1830
email: [email protected]: www.propoint.com
236. Productivity PointInternational217 Pine Street, 5th FloorSeattle, WA 98101Telephone: (206) 607-0000
email: [email protected]: www.propoint.com
237. Productivity PointInternational606 West Third StreetSpokane, WA 99201-4415Telephone: (509) 455-5054
email: [email protected]: www.propoint.com
238. Professional Schoolof Modeling18 North 59th AvenueYakima, WA 98908Telephone: (509) 965-1151
email: [email protected]
239. Progressive Health CareEducation Center609 Highline DriveEast Wenatchee, WA 98802Telephone: (509) 886-4187
240. ProSchools10140b S.E. WashingtonPortland, OR 97216Telephone: 1-800-863-2114
email:[email protected]: www.proschools.com
241. ProSchoolsWest 222nd Mission, #118Spokane, WA 99201Telephone: (509) 325-2587
email:[email protected]: www.proschools.com
242. Queen Anne TravelAcademy1629 Queen Anne Ave., N.,#103Seattle, WA 98109Telephone: (206) 285-2500
email:[email protected]
243. Radcliffe Schoolof Hypnosis7503 - 196th Street, S.W.Lynnwood, WA 98036Telephone: (425) 774-6442
244. Royal College ofMedical Training20712 First Avenue SouthDes Moines, WA 98198Telephone: (206) 870-3266
245. Sage Technical Services1420 East Third Avenue, #3Post Falls, ID 83854Telephone: (208) 773-4388
email: [email protected]: www.sageschools.com
246. Sakie International-YakimaCollege of Massage &Bodywork1731 South First StreetYakima, WA 98901Telephone: (509) 457-2773
email: [email protected]: sakie.com
247. School of Floral Design12304 Lake City Way, N.E.Seattle, WA 98125Telephone: (206) 440-8819
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248. School of ProfessionalPersonal Training3640 South Cedar, #ETacoma, WA 98409Telephone: (253) 474-9358
249. School of RadiologicTechnologyNorth 5633 Lidgerwood St.Spokane, WA 99207Telephone: (509) 482-2344
250. School of Visual Concepts500 Aurora Avenue NorthSeattle, WA 98109Telephone: (206) 623-1560
email: [email protected]: www.svcseattle.com
251. Seattle Film Institute1709 – 23rd AvenueSeattle, WA 98122Telephone: (206) 568-4387
email:[email protected]:www.seattlefilminstittue.com
252. Seattle Midwifery School2524 - 16th Ave. S., #300Seattle, WA 98144Telephone: (206) 322-8834
email: [email protected]:www.seattlemidwifery.org
253. Seattle/Sun ValleyFeldenkrais TeacherTraining ProgramMountaineers300 Third Avenue WestSeattle, WA 98119-4100Telephone: (425) 778-6042
emaiL [email protected]
254. Sierra Diving Center104 East Grove StreetReno, NV 89502Telephone: (775) 825-2147
email: [email protected]: www.sierradive.com
255. SkillSource Office &Technology Center233 North Chelan StreetWenatchee, WA 98801-2104Telephone: (509) 663-3369
email: [email protected]: www.picw.com
256. Soma Institute730 Klink StreetBuckley, WA 98321Telephone: (360) 829-1025
email: [email protected]: www.soma-institute.com
257. Spartan Schoolof Aeronautics8820 East Pine StreetP.O. Box 582833Tulsa, OK 74158-2833Telephone: (918) 836-6886
email:[email protected]: www.spartan.edu
258. Spectrum CenterSchool of Massage12506 - 18th Street, N.E.Lake Stevens, WA 9858-9728Telephone: (425) 334-5409
email: [email protected]:www.spectrumschool.com
259. Spokane Dental AssistingSchool, Inc.1005 North Pines, #300Spokane, WA 99206Telephone: (509) 926-1161
email: [email protected]
260. SQL Soft, Inc.1750 - 112th Ave., N.E., #B101Bellevue, WA 98804-3727Telephone: (425) 688-8977
email: www.sqlsoft.com
261. Strategy ComputersTechnical Training Center13228 N.E. 20th Street, #ABellevue, WA 98005Telephone: (425) 643-4849
email:[email protected]:www.strategycomputers.com
262. Superior HealthCare Services207 South Chehalis, #204Aberdeen, WA 98520-2960Telephone: (360) 537-0022
email: [email protected]
263. Sureflow Technology1120 164th Street, S.W.Lynnwood, WA 98037-8190Telephone: (425) 743-3115
264. T Enterprises, Inc.210 East Lewis PlacePasco, WA 99301Telephone: (509) 547-2441
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265. TL Sea Diving, LLC1018 West James StreetKent, WA 98032Telephone: (253) 856-9100
email: [email protected]: www.tlsea.com
266. Tacoma GoodwillIndustries Rehabilitation714 South 27th StreetTacoma, WA 98409Telephone: (253) 272-5166
email:[email protected]:tacomagoodwill.org
267. TcatU.net21218 76th Ave. South, #200Kent, WA 98032-2442Telephone: (253) 395-7128
email: [email protected]: www.tcatu.net
268. Tempo TravelTraining, Inc.4620 - 200th St., S.W., #ALynnwood, WA 98036Telephone: (425) 775-4431
email: [email protected]
269. Trans Union TrainingServices, Inc.4624 River Road EastTacoma, WA 98443Telephone: (253) 922-0870
email: [email protected]:www.transuniontruck.com
270. Transport SafeTraining CenterShelton, WA 98584Telephone: (360) 426-3207
271. Travel Career Academy5801 Capitol BoulevardTumwater, WA 98501Telephone: (360) 943-4994
email: [email protected]
272. Tri Cities Truck School2402 North Commercial Ave.Pasco, WA 99301-9531Telephone: (509) 946-5084
email: [email protected]
273. Tri City Schoolof Massage26 Third Avenue EastKennewick, WA 99336Telephone: (509) 586-6434
email: [email protected]
274. United States DriverServices, Inc.1960 N.W. Marine DriveTroutdale, OR 97060Telephone: (503) 665-8701
email: ustruck/@ustruck.comwebsite: www.ustruck.com
275. Universal TechnicalInstitute of Arizona3121 West Weldon AvenuePhoenix, AZ 85017Telephone: (602) 264-4164
email: [email protected]: uticorp.com
276. Universal TechnicalInstitute of Texas721 Lockhaven DriveHouston, TX 77073Telephone: (281) 443-6262
email: [email protected]: uticorp.com
277. Washington Academyof Dental Assisting5723 N.E. Bothell Way, #CKenmore, WA 98028Telephone: (425) 806-1401
email: [email protected]
278. Washington Collegeof Acupuncture &Oriental Medicine27124 - 20th Place SouthKent, WA 98032Telephone: (253) 941-5672
279. Wellness Institute3716 - 274th Avenue, S.E.Issaquah, WA 98029Telephone: (425) 391-9716
email:[email protected]:www.welness-institute.org
280. West Coast Training3805 Dike RoadP.O. Box 970Woodland, WA 98674Telephone: (360) 225-6787
email:[email protected]:www.heavyequipmenttraining.com
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281. Western Business College425 S.W. WashingtonPortland, OR 97204Telephone: (503) 222-3225
email: [email protected]: www.cci.edu
282. Western Business College120 N.E. 136th Avenue, #130Vancouver, WA 98684Telephone: (360) 254-3282
email: mlanfran@ccileduwebsite: www.cci.edu
283. Western Culinary Institute1316 S.W. 13th AvenuePortland, OR 97201Telephone: (503) 223-2245
email:[email protected]: westernculinary.com
284. Western PacificTruck School Everett9901 Evergreen WayEverett, WA 98204-3831Telephone: (425) 486-2887
email:[email protected]: www.wptruckschool.com
285. Western PacificTruck School Lakewood11020 South Tacoma WayLakewood, WA 98499Telephone: (253) 581-6494
email:[email protected]: www.wptruckschool.com
Private Career Schools (cont.)
286. Western StatesOperating EngineersInstitute of TrainingP.O. Box 210Spangle, WA 99031-0210Telephone: (509) 235-9393
email: [email protected]: www.wsopen.org
287. Westwood College ofAviation Technology10851 West 120th AvenueBroomfield, CO 80021Telephone: (303) 466-1714
email: [email protected]: www.westwood.edu
288. Westwood Collegeof Technology7350 North BroadwayDenver, CO 80221-3653Telephone: (303) 426-7000
website: www.westwood.edu
289. World LeisureTravel Academy240 N.W. Gilman Blvd., #EIssaquah, WA 98029Telephone: (425) 391-5697
website: www.westwood.edu
290. Wyoming TechnicalInstitute4373 North Third StreetLaramie, WY 82072-9519Telephone: (307) 742-3776
email:[email protected]: www.wyomingtech.com
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291. ABC Nail & Skin College1750 - 124th Ave., N.E., Ste. CBellevue, WA 98007Telephone: 425/643-4283
292. Academy of Hair Design208 South Wenatchee Ave.Wenatchee, WA 98801Telephone: 509/662-9082
293. American BeautyAcademy623 S.W. 153rd StreetBurien, WA 98166Telephone: 206/243-0925
294. American Pacific Schoolof Hair Design, Inc.East 1225 Francis AvenueSpokane, WA 99207Telephone: 509/487-5500
295. Anthony’s Beauty School7107 Martin Luther King WaySouth, Suite 212Seattle, WA 98118Telephone: 206/627-3386
296. Anthony’s Beauty School3541 East McKinley AvenueTacoma, WA 98404Telephone: 253/627-3386
297. Bates Technical CollegeBarbering1101 South Yakima AvenueTacoma, WA 98405Telephone: 253/596-1616
298. Bates Technical CollegeCosmetology1101 South Yakima AvenueTacoma, WA 98405Telephone: 253/596-1606
299. Bellevue Beauty School14045 N.E. 20th StreetBellevue, WA 98007Telephone: 425/643-0270
300. Bellingham Beauty School211 West Holly StreetBellingham, WA 98225Telephone: 360/734-1090
301. BJ’s Beauty &Barber College4102 South Meridian, Suite 1Puyallup, WA 98373Telephone: 253/848-1595
302. BJ’s Beauty &Barber College5239 South Tacoma WayTacoma, WA 98409Telephone: 253/473-4320
303. Capital City Beauty& Barber College4310-G Yelm Highway SouthLacey, WA 98513Telephone: 360/459-0489
304. Cascade Nail Academy17060 - 116th Avenue, S.E.Renton, WA 98058Telephone: 425/226-2457
305. Centralia Barber CollegeP.O. Box 900Shelton, WA 98584Telephone: 360/426-4433
306. Centralia Beauty College217 South Tower AvenueCentralia, WA 98531Telephone: 360/736-2866
307. Char-Glo Schoolof Beauty1418 Pioneer WayMoses Lake, WA 98837Telephone: 509/765-5309
308. Chetta’s Academyof Hair & Nails719 South Laurel StreetPort Angeles, WA 98362Telephone: 360/417-0388
309. Clare’s Beauty College104 North 4th StreetPasco, WA 99301Telephone: 509/547-8871
310. Clover Park TechnicalCollege4500 Steilacoom Blvd., S.W.Tacoma, WA 98499Telephone: 253/589-5535
311. Clover Park TechnicalCollege9601 Bujacich Road, N.W.Gig Harbor, WA 98335Telephone: 253/858-4212or 206/589-5623
312. Euro Instituteof Skin Care15921 N.E. 8th St., Ste., #106Bellevue, WA 98008Telephone: 425/746-8242
313. Everett CommunityCollege9315 “A” State AvenueMarysville, WA 98270Telephone: 425/388-9339
314. Everett PlazaBeauty School607 S.E. Everett Mall Wy., #5Everett, WA 98208Telephone: 425/353-8193
315. Evergreen Beauty& Barber3815 - 196th Street, S.W.Lynnwood, WA 98036Telephone: 425/776-9178
316. Gene Juarez Academyof Beauty222 South 314th StreetFederal Way, WA 98003Telephone: 253/839-4000
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317. Gene Juarez Academyof Beauty10715 - 8th Avenue, N.E.Seattle, WA 98125Telephone: 206/368-0210
318. Glen Dow Academyof Hair Design, Inc.West 309 Riverside AvenueSpokane, WA 99201Telephone: 509/624-3244
319. Govan Beauty School314 West Kennewick Ave.Kennewick, WA 99336Telephone: 509/586-3808
320. Grays HarborBeauty College204 East WishkahAberdeen, WA 98520Telephone: 360/532-6666
321. Green Hill Schoolof Hair Technology375 S.W. 11th StreetChehalis, WA 98532Telephone: 360/748-0131ext. 355
322. Greenwood Academyof Hair8501 Greenwood Ave. NorthSeattle, WA 98103Telephone: 206/782-0220
323. Hair Academy515 Chestnut StreetMoses Lake, WA 98837Telephone: 509/766-8125
324. Hair School2941 East Highway 101Port Angeles, WA 98362Telephone: 360/452-3048
325. Integrity Instituteof Cosmetology928 72nd Street EastTacoma, WA 98467
326. International BeautyCollege9433 - 9437 Rainier Ave. S.Seattle, WA 98118Telephone: 206/723-6337
327. Kent Beauty College25725 101st Avenue, S.E.Kent, WA 98031Telephone: 253/854-5500
328. Kirkland Beauty School10702 N.E. 68th AvenueKirkland, WA 98033Telephone: 425/822-6013
329. Kitsap PeninsulaVocational Skills Center101 National Avenue NorthBremerton, WA 98312Telephone: 360/478-5083
330. Lacey Beauty College4524 Lacey BoulevardLacey, WA 98503Telephone: 360/491-1020
331. Le Tam Beauty School10424 - 16th Avenue, S.W.Seattle, WA 98146Telephone: 206/244-9870
332. Magee Bros. Schoolof Beauty8078 East Mill Plain Blvd.Vancouver, WA 98684Telephone: 360/694-8483
333. Mount VernonBeauty School615 South First StreetMount Vernon, WA 98273Telephone: 360/336-6553
334. New BeginningsBeauty College435 East Main StreetAuburn, WA 98002Telephone: 253/939-2480
335. Phagan’s OrchardsBeauty School10411 N.E. 4th Plain Blvd.,Suite 109Vancouver, WA 98661Telephone: 360/254-9519
336. Professional BeautySchool214 South 6th StreetSunnyside, WA 98944Telephone: 509/837-4040
337. Professional BeautySchool113 East 3rd StreetWapato, WA 98951Telephone: 509/877-3404
338. Professional BeautySchool34 North 2nd StreetYakima, WA 98901Telephone: 509/457-4011
339. Renton Beauty School2828 Sunset Lane, N.E.Renton, WA 98056Telephone: 425/226-5855
340. Sakie International Collegeof Cosmetology1731 South 1st StreetYakima, WA 98902Telephone: 509/457-2773
341. Sally L’s Beauty Academy19721 64th Avenue WestLynnwood, WA 98036Telephone: 206/776-5199
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342. Salon Careers College611 Tacoma Aveue SouthTacoma, WA 98402Telephone: 253/573-1025
343. Seattle Central Schoolof Cosmetology1500 Harvard AvenueSeattle, WA 98122Telephone: 206/587-5477
344. Shoreline CommunityCollege16101 Greenwood Ave. NorthSeattle, WA 98133Telephone: 206/546-4631
345. South Seattle CommunityCollege6000 - 16th Ave., S.W.#TC-140Seattle, WA 98106Telephone: 206/764-5846
346. Spokane Area VocationalSkills CenterNorth 4141 Regal StreetSpokane, WA 99207Telephone: 509/353-3363
347. Spokane CommunityCollegeNorth 1810 Greene StreetMS 2013Spokane, WA 99207Telephone: 509/533-7291
348. Stylemasters Collegeof Hair Design1224 Commerce AvenueLongview, WA 98632Telephone: 360/636-2720
349. Vancouver Schoolof Beauty114 West 6th StreetVancouver, WA 98660Telephone: 360/694-5601
350. Walla Walla CommunityCollege Barber500 Tausick WayWalla Walla, WA 99362Telephone: 509/525-3610ext. 388
351. Walla Walla CommunityCollege Cosmetology500 Tausick WayWalla Walla, WA 99362Telephone: 509/527-4220
352. West OlympiaBeauty College2703 Capital Mall Dr., S.W.Olympia, WA 98502Telephone: 360/786-8777
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Know the Employer
Use this page to record information about each companyor business you are interested in. This information will behelpful in your job interviews. It will also help you to matchyour skills and interests with specific jobs or tasks withinthe company.
It may also be possible to talk to someone who works forthe company in order to find out more about a specificoccupation. This is called an “Information Interview.”Generally, people like to talk about themselves, so itshouldn’t be too hard to find professional people willing totalk about their jobs. Guidance counselors, local civicorganizations, and professional organizations canprobably suggest people in the business community whomight allow an interview.
Here are some questions you may want to ask.
• What type of training and education did you need to getyour job?
• What do you like and dislike about your job?
• What is your job routine?
• What opportunities are there in your job to meet otherpeople?
• What opportunities are there in your job to learn newskills?
• What is the typical salary range for your job, and whatbenefits do you receive?
• What advice would you give to others wanting to go intoyour career field?
If you have friends or relatives
who own a business, you might ask
them if you could spend some time
helping out. In this way, you could
learn more about that
particular business.
RESEARCHING THE COMPANY
What is the company’s name?
What does the company do?
How old is the company, or how long has it been inbusiness?
Where are the company’s plants, stores, and/oroffices?
What are the company’s products or services?
What has been the company’s growth?
What are its prospects for the future?
Does the company’s product or service have a long-term market?
Who is in charge of the company?
Who is in charge of the department I would beworking in?
Who are the company’s competitors?
How many other companies are there in the samefield?
How large is the company?
What are its financial prospects?
What kinds of jobs does the company have thatI could fill?
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Develop a ResumeResumes give employers written evidence of yourqualifications. When creating a resume, you need twokinds of information—facts about yourself and facts aboutthe job you want. With this information in hand, you canpresent the facts about yourself in terms of the job. Youhave more freedom with resumes than with applicationforms; you can put your best points first and avoid blanks.
KNOW YOURSELFBegin by assembling information about yourself. Someitems appear on virtually every resume or application form,including:
♦ Employment ExperienceRemember, employers want to know what you can dofor them, not what they can do for you. Keep it simple—don’t discourage an employer from reading yourresume.
♦ Work ExperienceProvide complete information on employers,supervisors, addresses, telephone numbers, job titles,and duties (unless you are using a special type ofresume). Explain your former duties as if you werediscussing them with a new coworker.
♦ EducationList all your schooling (institutional, vocational, andmilitary). Special courses you completed in high schoolmay be as important to an employer as nonrelatedcollege courses.
♦ Military ExperienceThere are special employment programs that areavailable to employers who hire veterans. In addition,your military experience may be invaluable to a newemployer.
♦ Special SkillsHighlighting your skills may sell an employer on hiringyou. Typing, public relations, shorthand, welding,mechanical, etc., are only a few of the special skills thatcould be included on a resume.
♦ Achievements/QualificationsWhat honors, promotions, etc., did you receive inschool or on the job? What makes you a uniqueperson?
♦ HobbiesHobbies show your interests and job-related skills orabilities that may interest an employer.
♦ ReferencesContact your references, and have their addressesand telephone numbers for the employer.
Honesty is very important, but you are not required toreveal disabilities that do not affect your overallqualifications for a job.
KNOW THE JOBGather specific information about jobs you are applyingfor. You need to know the pay range, education andexperience required, and hours and shifts usually worked.Most importantly, you need to know the job duties so youcan describe your experience in terms of those duties.Study the job description. Some job announcementsassign a numerical weight to qualifications so you willknow which is most important.
Once you have the information you need, you can preparea resume. You may need to prepare more than oneresume if you are going to look for different kinds of jobs.Otherwise, your resume will not fit the job you seek.
Arrangement of your resume depends on how well yourexperience seems to prepare you for the position youwant. You can either describe your most recent job firstand work backwards, or you can group similar skillstogether.
General Guidelines for Your Resume
✓ Be specific. A vague description of your duties willonly make a vague impression.
✓ Identify accomplishments. If you headed a project,improved productivity, reduced costs, increasedmembership, or achieved some other goal, say so.
✓ Type your resume, using a standard typeface.(Printed resumes are becoming more common, butemployers do not indicate a preference for them.)
✓ Keep the length to two pages at the most.
✓ Remember your mother’s advice not to say anythingif you cannot say something nice. Leave allembarrassing or negative information off theresume, but be ready to deal with it at the interview.
✓ Proofread the final copy carefully.
✓ Use the best quality photocopying machine andhigh-quality paper.
✓ Other information, such as your Social SecurityNumber, is often asked for on application forms butis rarely presented on resumes.
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Letters That Spark anEmployer’s Interest
• A cover letter explains why a company should devotetime and money interviewing you. The cover letterdiffers from a resume in that it targets a specificcompany and position. It allows you to stress theabilities, skills, and experience that make you suitablefor the position. This letter can explain questionableareas of your application or resume such as unsteadywork history, law violations, health problems, etc. Acover letter is a sales pitch to an employer and issuccessful in many cases where an application andresume alone are not.
• Letters of application are often used to answerwant ads or other job announcements. It is a good ideato attach the ad to the letter, so the employer will knowquickly why you are writing. Refer to the ad in the letter
Example: “I am writing in response to youradvertisement in ‘The Seattle Times’ last week for amachinist.”
Then, briefly outline your training and work experience,especially as it relates to the job.
• “Shotgun” letters are addressed to employers forwhom you would like to work without knowing if thereare any job openings. The sales pitch should bestronger in this letter with a request for informationabout any current or upcoming job openings. Mail yourletter so it doesn’t arrive on a Monday morning whenthe employer is swamped with other work.
SOME TIPS TO KEEP IN MIND• Find out all you can about the company and reflect this
in your letter. Answer the question, “Why do you want towork for this company?”
• Find out who is in charge of hiring, and address yourletter to that person if possible.
• Type the letter if possible, and use a good grade ofpaper.
• Use simple, direct language. Check spelling,punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure.
• Identify the position you are writing about in the firstparagraph.
• Mention how you heard about the job.
• Know your skills, abilities, and experience; and statehow you fit into the company. Don’t expect the reader toread between the lines—explain what makes youdifferent from other applicants.
• Give an example of personal aptitudes, such asdependability, hard worker, etc. What in your workhistory proves your dependability? How was yourattendance?
• Remember that the employer wants to know what youcan do for them, not what they can do for you.
• Keep the letter upbeat and positive. Don’t ask forsympathy or complain about previous employers.
• In closing, express a desire to provide additionalinformation by letter or in person. Do not put employerson the spot by setting up an appointment.
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When Callingto Ask for
an Interview
✓ Speak clearly and loudly enoughto be understood.
✓ Identify yourself.
✓ Ask to speak to the personin charge of hiring.
✓ Get the name of theperson with whom youare speaking.
✓ State the purpose ofyour call.
✓ Use the name of apersonal reference ifyou have one.
✓ Ask for anappointmentfor aninterview.
✓ At the endof the call, say“thank you,” andclose with“goodbye.”
Additional Tips to Preparefor Employment
TELEPHONE COMMUNICATIONTelephoning a company to inquire about job openingscan save time and money in your job hunt. If thecompany is hiring, find out the days and hours they willbe conducting interviews.
Do not expect to get a job over the telephone—you should always apply in person.
HELP AVAILABLE AT THE LIBRARYLibraries are designed to help people find informationand try to have something for everyone, includingmaterials on education and training opportunities,financial aid, occupations and careers, and job seekingand keeping skills.
If you are unfamiliar with the library, talk with thelibrarians to help you find job and career information.Washington libraries share resources through theWashington Library Network, so don’t despair if youdon’t find the title you would like. Your local library isable to locate and borrow materials from otherWashington libraries through an interlibrary loan.Usually, the bigger the library or library system, themore resources you will find directly available. Yourlibrary is always getting new books so ask if they canprovide a good substitute.
Many libraries have pamphlets, newspapers, videos,tapes, records, and magazines. Community college andschool libraries often have collections on occupations,education and career opportunities, and financial aid.
Publications That May Assist in Your Job Search
• Occupational Outlook Handbook
• Dictionary of Occupational Titles
• Military Career Guide
• Guide for Occupational Exploration
• Classification of Jobs According to Worker TraitFactors
• Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance
• What Color Is Your Parachute?
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The Application FormMost employers see your application before they see you.If you want an interview, your application must make animpression. Messy, illegible, or incomplete forms are oftentossed out. Follow directions carefully—how you fill out theapplication has a lot to do with whether you get an interviewand the job. Employers often make assumptions about thequality of work you do by how you fill out an application.Attitude, stability, and motivation can be communicated onthe form, and a sharp and orderly presentation of your skillsis the best way to get an interview. Get a copy of a standardapplication form at an office supply store. By using yourself-assessment inventory, addresses, dates and names offormer employers, Social Security card, documents ofeducation and training, and other papers; you will be ableto complete the application. This completed form can be areference when filling out actual employers’ applications.
Most application forms are divided into four parts:
Part 1: Usually includes information, such as your name,address, telephone number, etc.
Part 2: Generally refers to education and training. Listall schooling and whether or not you graduated. Most
applications ask about military service. If you served,supply all information requested.
Part 3: Identifies work experience and starts with yourmost recent job. If you have held more than six jobs, youmay wish to list only those most closely related to the jobyou are seeking. Describing previous (or current) duties is achance to make the form really impressive. Employers areinterested in what you do—use action words to describeyour skills. Concentrate on skills that will interest theemployer. Most of all, be clear and concise.
Part 4: List people willing to speak with prospectiveemployers about your character and skills. Clergy, formeremployers, teachers, counselors, or friends in businessmake excellent references. Be sure to ask their permissionfirst, and, most importantly, be sure they have somethingpositive to say about you. Avoid listing family members asreferences if possible.
STICKY QUESTIONSEmployers are looking for the best person to hire, so don’tget too excited about their questions until you understandwhy the question was asked. And, never falsify informationon an application — it could backfire later.
1. Do you own a car? Perhaps they only want to know ifyou have transportation to work!
2. What is the reason for leaving your formerjob or jobs? Avoid such terms as fired, terminated,dissatisfied, failed, or couldn’t get along. Present apositive picture, for example: company reorganization;better opportunity; career change; returned to school; orrelocated. If you state that you resigned, you may wantto explain in the interview, remembering to keepcomments positive.
3. Why are there gaps in your work history? Gapsmay prevent you getting an interview unless they aremade positive. Justify not working by showing you havebeen involved in a meaningful activity such as travel oreducation. Put considerable thought into your answers,and present a positive image of your earnest desire todo a good job.
A common mistake on an application is forgetting to signyour name. Other mistakes include a wrong telephonenumber, incorrect dates, etc. Double check your applicationto ensure the employer gets a positive picture of you.
Before submitting your application, look it over and besure it is neat, clean, and free of smudges; that wordsand abbreviations are spelled correctly, all informationis accurate, and all directions were followed.
Don’t Forget✓ A Social Security Number will be needed. If you have
never worked before, call or write the nearest SocialSecurity Office and request an application for aSocial Security Number. Using the correct number onapplications can make a difference in eligibility forbenefits later.
✓ Letters of Reference or Introduction may be helpful toyour job hunt. They can be written by teachers,professors, employers, or work associates.
These letters are addressed “To Whom It MayConcern,” and copies can be attached to yourresume or taken to a job interview. This is especiallyimportant when seeking work in a new community.
✓ Documents verifying education or training may alsobe necessary. High school or college diplomas,transcripts, verification of apprenticeship or militarytraining, or other certificates of training can also behelpful.
✓ Copies of Special Awards or Honors or Membershipsin Professional Organizations can also be included.Documents that prove your accomplishments canoften make the difference when competing for a job.
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The Job Interview
The interview is the most important part of your job search.Those 20 or 30 minutes may determine your future, yetemployers are constantly amazed at the number ofapplicants who drift into interviews unprepared, with onlya vague idea of their future plans.
Job interviews are opportunities to showcase your talents.During the interview, an employer judges your qualifica-tions, appearance, and general fitness for the job. It is youropportunity to convince the employer that you can make areal contribution.
Equally important, the interview gives you an opportunity toappraise the job, the employer, and the company, enablingyou to decide if the job meets your career needs andinterests and whether you want to work for the employer.
To present your qualifications most advantageously,prepare in advance. Have necessary papers ready andinformation about yourself firmly in mind, and know howto act at the interview to effectively sell your skills.
BE PREPAREDComplete a self-assessment inventory, and half of yourpreparation is done. Write down information such as youreducation, job experience, and career goals; and bringthese along with your resume and Social Security card tothe interview—you may have to fill out a companyapplication. Learn about the company: What products orservices do they provide? How do they stand in theindustry? How many and what kinds of jobs are there inthe company? What are their hiring policies? How willyour education and experience benefit the company?
Find out the exact time and place of the interview. Thismay seem too obvious to mention, but it’s an unfortunateapplicant who assumes the interview will be held in oneplace, and two minutes before discovers it’s someplaceelse. Write down the time of the interview and the full nameand address of the company, and keep it with you. Knowthe interviewer’s name and correct pronunciation.
Dress appropriately for the interview. Most employers arebecoming more liberal in their standards of dress andappearance, but it’s best to use common sense.
Many employers make judgments based on appearance,which may be a deciding factor in hiring. Above all, be ontime—there is no excuse for being late. During the inter-view, conduct yourself in a confident and positive manner,use good posture, and smile. Greet the interviewer byname as you enter, and take your cues from that person.Shake hands firmly, but only if the interviewer makes the
first gesture. Wait until a chair is offered before you sit;don’t smoke, even if invited to; and never chew gum.
It is natural to be a little nervous—most interviewersunderstand. Look at the interviewer when speaking, andkeep your hands still. Body language says a lot. Practicewith a friend to see what your posture and movements aresaying. Squared shoulders show high energy, anunbuttoned coat indicates openness, and hands apartshow relaxation. Know what message your body issending.
Employers may ask about information on your applicationor resume, but more importantly, they are interested inwhat is not on the application. Analyze your strengths andweaknesses, background, aspirations, and values. Beginto formulate what you would like to do and what you feelyou are best prepared to do.
Always stress the positive. While failures and short-comings need not be volunteered, they shouldn’t becovered up or sidestepped.
Interviewers often pause after a question is answered. Thisis mainly a technique to see if you change your answer, sorelax and wait for the next question.
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Questions You May Want to Ask at the Interview
√ Will you describe a typical day for me? What are thedaily duties of the job?
√ Does the company have a policy of promoting fromwithin, or do you look outside the company for thetop jobs?
√ What kind of person do you hope to hire for this job?
√ What is the turnover rate (how often people leave) forthis job?
√ How does this work area of the company fit into thecompany as a whole?
√ What problems have to be solved by the person youhire?
√ What are the opportunities for moving up in thecompany?
Questions You May Be Asked at the Interview
√ Where did you hear about us?
√ What is your background?
√ What does your current job include?
√ What is or was your best subject in school?Worst? Favorite?
√ If you had a choice of any job, what would it be? Why?
√ Why do you want to work for our company?
√ What are your short-term and long-term goals?
√ What kind of contribution can you make to ourcompany?
√ Where do you see yourself in this company in the nextfive years? Ten years?
Questions on the Job Interview
The Job Interview (cont.)
√ Be prepared to state your purpose upon your arrival.
√ Shake hands firmly.
√ Learn the interviewer’s name, and use it.
√ Be pleasant and friendly but businesslike.
√ Ask questions—make sure the job is right for you.
√ Be positive and stress your strong points.
√ Be prepared to state the salary you want, butnot until the subject has been brought up.
√ State your interest in the job and the qualifications youhave to offer the company.
√ Remember, thank the employer for the interview.
√ Ask when you can call to learn of the decision if nottold when you will hear about the job.
√ Chew gum
√ Smoke, even if the interviewer does.
√ Take anyone with you to an interview.
√ Sit down until offered a chair.
√ Plead for a job or a chance.
√ Say “I’ll take anything.”
√ Criticize former employers or coworkers.
√ Discuss personal, home, or money problemsunless specifically asked.
√ Tell about other jobs you applied for but wereturned down.
√ Apologize for lack of experience or training.
√ Hang around after the interview.
Do’s & Don’ts for the Job InterviewDO DON’T
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Sources for FindingJob Openings
You will need to know where to look for jobs before startingthe actual job search. Here is a list of job sources:
♦ Friends and AcquaintancesAbout 80 percent of jobs are filled through word-of-mouth from friends, relatives, and informal contacts.Ask former employers, local business people, andworking friends if they know of any current jobopenings.
♦ Job Service Centers of WashingtonMany employers are required to list openings with thisoffice. The Job Service provides listings in more jobcategories than any other source. Job Servicecounselors may know about openings from employerswho have not listed them with the service.
♦ Newspaper AdsClassified sections of daily newspapers are a goodsource of job announcements in the community. If youare thinking of moving, check want ads in out-of-townnewspapers at the library.
♦ Walk-InsYou may want to go directly to an employer. Someannounce job openings by placing signs in theirwindows.
♦ School Placement OfficesHigh schools, business schools, and colleges oftenhave career services. Also, talk with teachers, staff, andfellow students for information in finding the right job.
♦ Telephone Directory Yellow PagesTelephone books list companies by what theymanufacture or the service they provide. You canmatch your skills with those of the company by look-ing under your particular skill area (such as plumbing,electricity, etc.).
♦ Private Employment AgenciesSome agencies charge you a fee, while others charge the employerthe fee. You should first learn what types of jobs the agency handlesand know if you will be required to pay.
♦ Civil Service BulletinsFederal Service Bulletins are available at Job ServiceCenters, public libraries, and post offices. Write to yourlocal Job Service Center for state government jobannouncements and examination dates.
♦ Professional AssociationsListings of associations for various job categories (suchas plumber’s unions) can be found at the local library.These are useful for specialized occupations. Manyassociations print publications or magazines that list jobopenings in certain fields.
♦ Temporary EmploymentConsider temporary employment and watch for noticesof full-time employment.
♦ Chambers of Commerce or Union Hiring Halls
♦ Mailing Your Resume Directly to Companies
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Licensing—AnotherConsideration
Certain jobs in Washington require licensing by a local,state, and/or federal agency. By requiring licenses, theagency can make sure you have the proper education andexperience to provide certain services and/or products tothe public. Licenses also provide ways for the agency tomake sure workers in certain fields perform work in anethical and professional manner. Licensing is a means ofprotecting the public.
Licensing requirements differ from one occupation toanother but may include certain levels of education:on-the-job experience; passing an examination; or acombination of all three. Workers in some occupationsare only required to register with the specified agency.A surety bond may be required for some occupations.
For more information on licensing of specific occupations, see WOIS or contact:
Master License Service
Department of Licensing
P.O. 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034
360/664-1400
State, city, and federal business license requirements are available by contacting
the Master License Service or by downloading the License Information
System (LIMS) from the Internet at the following address:
http://www .wa.gov/dol/bpd/limsnet.htm
Finding information on bonding may be more difficult. There is no single state agency
that can provide such information. There are, however, three places to start:
1. The instructor of the program in which you plan to enroll.
2. The agency listed above.
3. Any employer hiring individuals with skills you plan to acquire.
A bond is an insurance contract by which a bondingagency guarantees payment of a specified sum to anemployer in the event of financial loss caused by anemployee. Generally speaking, anyone handling otherpeoples’ property or money must be bondable. Thebonding agency reviews applicants’ backgrounds todetermine if they qualify.
If you are interested in an occupation that requireslicensing or bonding, you should check requirementsbefore entering any educational or training program.Licensing is regulated by a number of local, state, andfederal boards and agencies. Licensed occupations arenoted in the Education and Training column of theOccupational Information Table.
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Occupations Requiring Licensing or Certificationin Washington State
Accountant
Acupuncturist
Administrator (Nursing Home,School, etc.)
Airplane Pilot
Architect (Landscape,Structural, etc.)
Athlete Agent
Auctioneer
Bail Bondsman
Barber
Beer/Wine/Liquor (Distiller,Distributer, Brewer, Importer, etc.)
Bill Collector
Bingo Manager
Boiler Inspector
Boilermaker
Boxer/Wrestler
Boxer/Wrestler Manager
Broker (Agriculture)
Broker (Insurance, Agricultural,Insurance, Mortgage, RealEstate, etc.)
Camp Club Salesperson
Cash Buyer (Agricultural)
Charter Boat Operator
Chiropractor
Commercial Fisher
Concessions Person
Construction (Contractor, Inspector,Installation, etc.)
Contractor (Electrical, General)
Controlled Substance Manufacturer/Researcher/Wholesaler
Cosmetologist
Counselor (Hypnotherapist, School,Mental Health, etc.)
Court Reporter
Credit Advisor
Daily Technician
Debt Adjuster
Dental Hygienist
Dentist
Dietician
Diver-Commercial
Driver Training Instructor
Drug Manufacturer
Electrician
Embalmer
Emergency Medical Technician
Employment Agency Manager
Engineer (Aeronautical, Civil,Mechanical, etc.)
Escrow Officer
Esthetician
Explosives User/Blaster/Manufacturer/Dealer
Financial Advisor
Firearms Dealer/Safety Instructor
Fireworks (Importer,Manufacturer,Operator,Retailer, etc.)
First Aide Instructor
Fishing Guide
Food Worker
Franchise Broker/Dealer
Fuel Distributor
Funeral Director (Mortician)
Groomer-Race Horse
Health Care Assistant
Hearing Aid Fitter & Trainee
Horse Trainer
Inspector (Building, AmusementRide, etc.)
Insurance Adjuster
Insurance Sales (Broker, Agent, etc.)
Investment Advisor
Jockey/Jockey Agent
Land Development Representative
Librarian
Lobbyist
Manicurist
Massage Therapist
Master, Mate & Pilot (Marine)
Midwife
Motor Vehicle (Dealer, Manufacturer)
Motor Vehicle Transporter
Naturopath
Notary
Nurse (LPN, RN)
Nursing Assistant
Nutritionist
Occupational Therapist & Assistant
Oculist
Ophthalmologist
Optometrist
Osteopath
Pest Control Applicator
Pest Control Dealer
Pharmacist/Pharmacist Assistant
Physical Therapist
Physician/Physician Assistant
Plumber
Podiatrist
Poison Manufacturer/Seller
Private Detective/Investigator
Private Security Guard
Produce Dealer
Promoter (Boxing & Wrestling)
Psychiatrist
Psychologist
Psychotherapist
Radiologic Technician
Radiologist
Real Estate Appraiser
Real Estate Sales (Agent, Broker,Sales Person)
Referee (Boxing)
Respiratory Therapist
Seafood Broker
Seed Dealer
Slaughter-Agricultural
Social Worker (Marriage & Family)
Stockbroker
Surveyor
Teacher-Schools
Tow Truck Operator
Trapper-Fur
Veterinarian & Technician
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A network of 12 WorkSource Centers provides informationand technology all in one place for job seekers andemployers to conduct successful job searches andemployee recruitment efforts. The centers allow for self-directed efforts through kiosks and the Internet, as well asproviding group counseling, workshops, and one-on-oneconsultations. Additional WorkSource Centers will beopening throughout the state by June 2000.
WorkSource Bellevue13133 Bel-Red RoadBellevue, WA 98009Telephone: 425/990-3700
WorkSource Columbia College107 West Jewett Blvd.White Salmon, WA 98672Telephone: 509/493-1210or 1-800/511-7388
WorkSource Cowlitz/Wahkiakum711 Vine StreetKelso, WA 98626Telephone: 360/577-2250
WorkSource Cowlitz/Wahkiakum1526 Commerce AvenueLongview, WA 98632Telephone: 360/425-3430
The 30 Job Service Centers in Washington State are acritical component of the WorkSource system. The JobService Centers help job seekers with testing, employmentcounseling, job search assistance, and other services.They assist employers with recruiting, testing andscreening of potential employees, and serve as aninformation source on a variety of employment issues.
WorkSource Mason County2502 North Olympic HighwaySuite 420Shelton, WA 98584Telephone: 360/427-2174
WorkSource Okanogan County126 South MainOmak, WA 98841Telephone: 509/826-7572
WorkSource Renton919 S.W. Grady WayRenton, WA 98055Telephone: 425/271-0488
WorkSource Spokane130 South Arthur StreetSpokane, WA 99202Telephone: 509/532-3000
WorkSource Centers
WorkSource VancouverTown Plaza5411 East Mill Plain Blvd.Vancouver, WA 99661Telephone: 360/735-5000
WorkSource West Vancouver111 West 39th StreetVancouver, WA 98660Telephone: 360/696-8417
WorkSource Walla Walla1530 StevensWalla Walla, WA 99362Telephone: 509/527-4393
WorkSource Whatcom101 Prospect StreetBellingham, WA 98225Telephone: 360/671-1660
WorkSource Centers/Job Service Centers
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WorkSource Centers/Job Service Centers
Job Service Centers
Lakewood North10107 S. Tacoma Way,Bldg. A2Tacoma, WA 98499Telephone: 253/589-7119
Lewis County2015 N.E. Kresky RoadChehalis, WA 98532Telephone: 360/748-2360
Lynnwood6606 196th Street, S.W.Lynnwood, WA 98046Telephone: 425/712-0110
Moses Lake1616 South Pioneer WayMoses Lake, WA 98837Telephone: 509/766-2559
Mount Vernon301 Valley Mall Way, Suite 110Mount Vernon, WA 98273Telephone: 360/416-3500
North Seattle12550 Aurora Avenue NorthSeattle, WA 98133Telephone: 206/440-2500
Okanogan County126 South MainOmak, WA 98841Telephone: 509/826-7310
Olympia3738 Pacific Avenue, S.E.Olympia, WA 98507Telephone: 360/407-5100
Port Angeles1601 East Front StreetPort Angeles, WA 98362Telephone: 360/457-9407
Rainier2531 Rainier Avenue SouthSeattle, WA 98122-9510Telephone: 206/721-6000
Renton1000 Index Avenue, N.E.Renton, WA 98056Telephone: 425/277-7160
SpokaneSouth 130 ArthurSpokane, WA 99207Telephone: 509/532-3000
Sunnyside800 East CusterSunnyside, WA 98944Telephone: 509/836-5405
Tacoma1313 Tacoma Avenue SouthTacoma, WA 98401Telephone: 253/593-7300
Tri-Cities3900 West Court StreetPasco, WA 99302Telephone: 509/543-3001
Vancouver5411 E. Mill Plain Blvd.Bldg. 3, Ste. BVancouver, WA 98661Telephone: 360/735-5000
Walla Walla1530 Stevens StreetDrawer HWalla Walla, WA 99362Telephone: 509/527-4393
Wenatchee215 Bridge StreetWenatchee, WA 98807-1927Telephone: 509/665-6605
Yakima306 Division StreetYakima, WA 98902Telephone: 509/574-0100
Auburn2707 I Street N.E.Auburn, WA 98071-0070Telephone: 253/833-0102
Bellevue13133 Bel-Red RoadBellevue, WA 98009-2044Telephone: 206/990-3700
Bellingham216 Grand AvenueBellingham, WA 98227Telephone: 360/676-1521
Bremerton4980 Auto Center WayBremerton, WA 98312Telephone: 360/478-4941
Coastal Career Center511 West HeronAberdeen, WA 98520Telephone: 360/533-9318
Columbia Gorge107 West Jewett Blvd.White Salmon, WA 98672Telephone: 509/493-1210
Colville162 South WynneColville, WA 99114Telephone: 509/685-2101
Cowlitz County711 Vine StreetKelso, WA 98626Telephone: 360/577-2250
Everett840 Broadway NorthEverett, WA 98206Telephone: 425/339-4901
Interstate JSC3738 Pacific Avenue, S.E.Olympia, WA 98507Telephone: 360/407-5050
Lakewood4908 112th Street, S.W.Tacoma, WA 98499Telephone: 253/589-6350
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Community-based organizations are private nonprofitorganizations representative of the community or asignificant segment of the community, providingemployment and training services or activities.
Center for Career Alternatives901 Rainier Avenue SouthSeattle, WA 98144Telephone: 206/322-9080
Central Area MotivationProgram (CAMP)722 18th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122Telephone: 206/329-4111
Chinese Information andService Center409 Maynard Avenue S., Suite 203Seattle, WA 98104Telephone: 206/624-4062
El Centro de la Raza2524 16th Avenue SouthSeattle, WA 98144Telephone: 206/329-9442
Employment OpportunitiesCenter675 South Lane, Suite 402Seattle, WA 98104Telephone: 206/587-2828
Jewish Family Services1601 16th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122Telephone: 206/461-3240
Metrocenter YMCA909 Fourth Avenue, 6th FloorSeattle, WA 98104Telephone: 206/382-5011
Operational Emergency Center3800 South Myrtle, Suite ASeattle, WA 98118Telephone: 206/725-2100
Coastal CommunityAction Program117 East 3rdAberdeen, WA 98520Telephone: 360/533-5100
Kitsap CommunityAction Program1201 Park AvenueBremerton, WA 98337Telephone: 360/377-0053
Sound Institute1200 Navy Yard HighwayBremerton, WA 98312Telephone: 360/479-8677
Lewis County Work Opportunity122 Sears RoadChehalis, WA 98532Telephone: 360/748-9921
Community Action Center101 North MainColfax, WA 99111Telephone: 509/397-2205
Northeast WashingtonRural Resources320 North MainColville, WA 99114Telephone: 509/684-8421
Community Action Councilof Lewis, Mason andThurston Counties6004 Martin Way, N.E.Olympia, WA 98516Telephone: 360/438-1100
Lower ColumbiaCommunity ActionP.O. Box 2129Longview, WA 98632Telephone: 360/425-3430
Grant County CommunityAction Council604 West 3rdP.O. Box 820Moses Lake, WA 98837Telephone: 509/765-9206
Northwest Intertribal CouncilP.O. Box 115Neah Bay, WA 98357Telephone: 360/645-2201
Community Youth Services824 Fifth Avenue, S.E.Olympia, WA 98501Telephone: 360/943-0780
Goodwill Industries307 West ColumbiaPasco, WA 99301Telephone: 509/547-7717
Northwest Services Council111 East Third, Suite 1-DPort Angeles, WA 98362Telephone: 360/452-6202
Apprenticeship and Non-traditional Education forWomen (ANEW)P.O. Box 2490Renton, WA 98056-2490Telephone: 425/235-2212
Asian Counseling andReferral Service1032 South Jackson Street, #200Seattle, WA 98104Telephone: 206/461-3606
Atlantic Street Center2103 South AtlanticSeattle, WA 98144Telephone: 206/329-2050
There are many organizations fitting this definition, suchas agencies serving women, community action agencies,agencies serving youth, and union-related organizations. Afew of the community-based organizations from around thestate are listed below in alphabetical order by city name.
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United Indians of All TribesP.O. Box 99100Seattle, WA 98199Telephone: 206/285-4425
Urban League ofMetropolitan Seattle105 14th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122-5594Telephone: 206/461-3792
Washington Associationof Churches419 Occidental Ave. S., Suite 201Seattle, WA 98104Telephone: 206/625-9790
Job Therapy ofSnohomish CountyP.O. Box 293Snohomish, WA 98291Telephone: 425/335-0855
Willapa Counseling CenterP.O. Box 65South Bend, WA 98586Telephone: 360/875-9426
American IndianCommunity Center905 East 3rdSpokane, WA 99202Telephone: 509/535-0886
ARCWest 127 BooneSpokane, WA 99201Telephone: 509/328-6326
Centro Latino1208 South 10th StreetTacoma, WA 98405Telephone: 253/572-7717
Metropolitan DevelopmentCouncil622 Tacoma Avenue South, #6Tacoma, WA 98402Telephone: 253/383-3921
Tacoma Community HouseP.O. Box 5107Tacoma, WA 98415Telephone: 253/383-3951
Tacoma Urban League2550 South YakimaTacoma, WA 98415Telephone: 253/383-2006
Washington WomensEmployment and Education3516 South 47th Street, #205Tacoma, WA 98409Telephone: 253/474-9933
YWCA405 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402Telephone: 253/272-4181
Blue Mountain Action Council34 Boyer AvenueWalla Walla, WA 99362Telephone: 509/5294980
Project Read120 East Birch, #10Walla Walla, WA 99362Telephone: 509/525-8939
People for PeopleP.O. Box 1665Yakima, WA 98907Telephone: 509/248-6726
Yakima Valley FarmWorkers Clinic602 Nob Hill Blvd.Yakima, WA 98901Telephone: 509/248-3334
Yakima Valley OIC815 Fruitvale Blvd.Yakima, WA 98902Telephone: 509/248-6751
Community-Based Organizations (cont.)
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COMMUNITY COLLEGES
Bellevue Community CollegeSusan MorganTelephone: 425/641-2392
Big Bend Community CollegeDan FortierTelephone: 509/762-6233
Centralia CollegeBonnie BennedsenTelephone: 360/736-9391
Clark CollegeDuane HenryTelephone: 360/992-2260
Columbia Basin CollegePeggy BuchmillerTelephone: 509/547-0511
Edmonds Community CollegeMarva BrownTelephone: 425/640-1536
Everett Community CollegeRoxanna HansenTelephone: 425/388-9273
Grays Harbor CollegeJohn RajcichTelephone: 360/538-4068
Green RiverCommunity CollegeKaren BrunoTelephone: 253/833-9111ext. 2631
Highline Community CollegeJim FieldTelephone: 206/878-3710
Lower Columbia CollegeCarol McNairTelephone: 360/577-3406
North SeattleCommunity CollegeBateman HarrisTelephone: 206/527-7307
Olympic CollegeAnna Hoey-DorseyTelephone: 360/478-4607
Peninsula CollegeMaria PenaTelephone: 360/417-6347
Pierce CollegeDebbie WynnTelephone: 253/964-6527
Seattle CentralCommunity CollegeAl SoumaTelephone: 206/587-4169
Shoreline Community CollegeKim ThompsonTelephone: 206/416-7818
Skagit Valley CollegeEric AndersonTelephone: 360/416-7818
South Puget SoundCommunity CollegeLaurie TremblayTelephone: 360/754-7711, ext.362
South SeattleCommunity CollegeRoxanne TillmanTelephone: 206/763-5137
Spokane Community CollegeAmy ShivesTelephone: 509/533-7038
Spokane FallsCommunity CollegeBen WebingerTelephone: 509/533-3543
Tacoma Community CollegeMarie MarkhamTelephone: 253/566-5339
Walla Walla Community CollegeSally WagonerTelephone: 509/527-4258
Wenatchee Valley CollegeMarilee ClarkTelephone: 509/664-2529ext. 2185
Whatcom Community CollegeLynn BlackwellTelephone: 360/676-2170
Yakima Valley CollegeMark CornettTelephone: 509/574-4961
TECHNICAL COLLEGES
Bates Technical CollegeDan EberleTelephone: 253/596-1698
Bellingham Technical CollegeSusan Kerrick-DegnanTelephone: 360/738-3105, ext. 438
Clover Park Technical CollegeChristopher JonesTelephone: 253/589-5767
Lake WashingtonTechnical CollegeHeidi ShepherdTelephone: 425/739-8102
Renton Technical CollegeMike DahlTelephone: 425/235-2352
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STATE AGENCIES
Governor’s Committeeon Disability Issuesand Employment605 Woodland Square LoopP.O. Box 9048Olympia, WA 98507-9048Telephone: 360/438-3168
Department of Servicesfor the Blind1400 S. Evergreen Park Dr., #100P.O. Box 40933Olympia, WA 98504-0933Telephone: 360/586-1224
Department of Laborand IndustriesP.O. Box 44400Olympia, WA 98504-4400Telephone: 360/902-5800
Department of Veterans Affairs1011 Plum StreetP.O. Box 41150Olympia, WA 98504-1150Telephone: 360/753-5586
Division of VocationalRehabilitation Department ofSocial and Health Services612 Woodland Square Loop, S.E.P.O. Box 45340Olympia, WA 98504-5340Telephone: 360/438-8008 V/TDD)
Higher EducationCoordinating BoardDenise ColleyTelephone: 360/753-7828
State Board for Communityand Technical CollegesRhonda CoatesTelephone: 360/753-4694
Coordinators of Services for Students With Disabilities (cont.)
CLIENT SERVICES
Region 1DSHS/DVREast 901 2nd Avenue, Suite 300Spokane, WA 99202VOICE/TTDTelephone: 509/533-2260
Region 2DSHS/DVR1002 North 16th AvenueBox 12500Yakima, WA 98909-2500VOICE/TTDTelephone: 509/575-2164
Region 3DSHS/DVR840 North Broadway, Bldg. BEverett, WA 98201-1290VOICE/TTDTelephone: 425/339-4880
Region 4DSHS/DVR1700 East CherrySeattle, WA 98122-4696VOICE/TTDTelephone: 206/720-3200
Region 5DSHS/DVR1949 S. State Street, First FloorTacoma, WA 98405-2850Telephone: 253/593-2350
Region 6DSHS/DVR720 Sleater-Kinney, S.E., Suite RP.O. Box 45345Olympia, WA 98504-5345Telephone: 360/438-8940
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