The Occupational Outlook Handbook is published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. It provides information on what workers do; the work environment; education, training, and other qualifications; pay; the job outlook; state and local area data; similar occupations; and sources of additional information, for 324 occupational profiles. Below are some selected career areas:
CareerOneStop - a resource for career exploration, training and jobs
O*Net Online - detailed descriptions of the world of work
Salem Press is a library database that contains reference books, including the "Careers In" series. Here are some volumes from that series. The print version of these reference books are also available in the SCC Library's Career Collection.
Check out the SCC Library's Career & Employment Research Guide for more information.
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