vocational guidance

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vocational guidance

Plumber

2004
Introduces the profession of plumbing, including its history, tools, typical jobs, importance to public health, and areas of specialization.

Home health aide

2004
Discusses the history of home health care, looks at some of the requirements and duties of the profession, and follows a day in the life of a home health aide.

Construction worker

2004
Discusses some of the jobs done by construction workers, the training and tools needed, and opportunities in the field.

Auto mechanic

2004
Provides a brief history of how cars developed; looks at the job of auto mechanic, discussing training options, job opportunities, specialization, and tools; and follows an auto mechanic through a typical work day.

The work we do

2003
Briefly introduces a wide variety of occupations.

Musicians

1994
Defines musical terms and explores tools, training, and career options for musicians.

Painters

1994
Defines painting terms and looks at tools, training, and career options for painters.

Forensic science investigator

2008
Describes the tools and techniques used by forensic investigators and discusses their use in murder cases and after tragedies such as the World Trade Center attacks.

I want to be-- an environmentalist

2000
Describes career opportunities within the field of environmentalism and suggests ways to pursue such a career.

What is a scientist?

1998
Simple text and photographs depict children engaged in various activities that make up the scientific process.

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