Choose a Career to Study
What kind of vocational school your child goes to depends on what type of job she wants.
Talk with your child about what she likes and is good at.
- Does your child want to work inside or outside?
- Does your child want to get dressed up for work?
- Does your child want to work with her hands or with technology?
- Does your child want to work with others or alone?
- Does your child want to travel?
To get more information, your child can ask:
- Adults about the work they do and how they trained for their jobs
- Teachers about jobs in the subjects they teach, like math and music
- Counselors about career surveys and job placements
- Vocational schools about their job programs
- Vocational rehabilitation counselors about job training
Read more to find out about different kinds of jobs.
Automotives. Your child will learn how to:
- Keep cars, trucks, and motorcycles running good
- Fix any problems
- Work on big engines for boats, trains, and airplanes
Cosmetics. Your child will learn how to:
- Do hair
- Do makeup
- Do nails
Computers. Your child will learn how to:
- Design web pages
- Build computers
- Install programs
- Fix computer problems
Construction. Your child will learn how to:
- Design homes and make sure they are safe
- Build homes and other buildings
- Use special tools and equipment
Cooking. Your child will learn how to:
- Prepare food
- Cook
- Cater
- Serve food
Design. Your child will learn how to:
- Make flower arrangements.
- Design clothes.
- Decorate homes.
- Plan parties.
Legal work. Your child will learn how to:
- Research the law
- Help lawyers get ready for trial
- File paperwork
Managing. Your child will learn how to:
- Take charge and lead others
- Manage a hotel or restaurant
- Do customer service
Media. Your child will learn how to:
- Use cameras and film equipment
- Create ads
- Work at a radio station
Medical work. Your child will learn how to:
- Take care of others
- Help doctors, nurses, dentists, and veterinarians
- Help patients
- File paperwork
- Bill insurance companies
- Use special equipment, like X-ray machines and ultrasounds
Travel. Your child will learn how to:
- Plan vacations
- Travel safe
- Save money on trips
Once your child decides what kind of job she thinks she would like, it's time to choose the
right vocational school to go to.
Read Stephanie's story
and her dream to study fashion. Find out how her mom helped her go to school.
Next: Choose a Vocational School
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