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By 2025, it's estimated that there will be 8 million driverless vehicles on the road. A career as a driverless vehicle developer is the perfect choice for those who like technology and enjoy a constantly changing and rewarding work environment. In this book, you'll learn about the types of driverless vehicles, the pros and cons of this technology, typical educational paths for developers, key skills for success in this career, methods of exploring careers in driverless vehicle development while in school, and much more. Driverless Vehicle Developer is just one of ten exciting titles in the Cool Careers in Science series. Readers will discover ten cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering careers, and dozens of subspecialties. You will also learn why these careers are some of the most exciting, best paying, and fastest growing occupations in the world.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) allows machines to learn and act like humans. A career as an artificial intelligence scientist is the perfect choice for those who like technology and enjoy a constantly changing and rewarding work environment. In this book, you'll learn about how scientists teach computers to think; AI-related opportunities in health care, sports, the automotive industry, and more; the benefits and risks of AI; typical educational paths; key skills for success in this career; and much more. Artificial Intelligence Scientist is just one of ten exciting titles in the Cool Careers in Science series. Readers will discover ten cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering careers, and dozens of subspecialties. You will also learn why these careers are some of the most exciting, best paying, and fastest growing occupations in the world.

Robots are now in wide use in manufacturing, earth and space exploration, farming, surgery, laboratory research, and many other areas. It's estimated that there are more than 2.6 million robots in the world. A career as a robotics developer is the perfect choice for creative people who like technology and enjoy a constantly changing and rewarding work environment. In this book, you'll learn about career paths for robotics developers, typical education paths, the traits you'll need to be successful in the field, methods of exploring the career while in school, average salaries, and much more. Robotics Developer is just one of ten exciting titles in the Cool Careers in Science series. Readers will discover ten cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering careers, and dozens of subspecialties. You will also learn why these careers are some of the most exciting, best paying, and fastest growing occupations in the world.

Dogs have been the best friends of humans for tens of thousands of years. In recent years, they've become part of the family, and often get the same love and attention that one's children receive. As a result, demand has grown for dog groomers who can keep canines clean and beautiful. In this book, you'll learn about job duties for dog groomers, how to prepare for a career in grooming, key skills for success, methods of exploring dog grooming while in school, the employment outlook, and much more. Dog Groomer is just one of nine exciting titles in the Careers with Earning Potential series. Readers will discover seven interesting careers that typically do not require a bachelor's degree, but provide a good middle-class income. In the other two titles, they will learn how to present themselves professionally in their job application materials and during the employment interview, as well as how to become invaluable in the workplace.

Whether it's acting, music, visual arts, or another creative path, the arts spark our imagination and create wonder. They entertain us, make us think, and even cause us to laugh and smile at times. A career in the arts is a great choice for those who are creative and enjoy inspiring and entertaining others. In this book, you'll learn about the work of actors, musicians, painters, and other creative people; how to train for careers in the field; key skills for success in the arts, the employment outlook for artists, and much more. The Arts is just one of nine exciting titles in the Careers with Earning Potential series. Readers will discover seven fascinating careers that typically do not require a bachelor's degree, but provide a good middle-class income. In the other two titles, they will learn how to present themselves professionally in their job application materials and during the employment interview, as well as how to become invaluable in the workplace.

Are you interested in a job that allows you to truly make a difference? If so, a career helping victims of crime might be the right fit for you. People who help victims work hard every day to assist those who have been subject to terrible crimes work through their trauma and get justice. From volunteering at a hotline to becoming a trained, paid advocate, there are many different avenues that you can take to make a difference to people who have been affected by crime. In this book, you'll learn about different organizations that help victims, what it takes to work in this field, how much money you can make, and more. Helping victims is hard work, and it takes a caring, persistent person to get the job done. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place. The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society. Each book in the series describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction.

If you love animals, it's a smart move to start thinking about a career in animal welfare. From becoming a veterinarian to becoming the director of an animal welfare organization, there are many possible career paths to consider. This book will walk you through different career options and the necessary education. It also describes how to get a head start by volunteering with animals, as well as potential salaries and the job outlook for those in animal welfare careers. If you're thinking about spending your life taking care of furry friends, you're in the right place! The Careers Making A Difference series provides information on nine important and interesting careers that make a difference in and improve the whole of society. Each book in the series describes the careers available in the field, plus valuable information on education, training, salaries, job outlook, and job satisfaction.

A career as a computer game and app developer is the perfect choice for those who like technology, are creative, and enjoy a constantly changing and rewarding work environment. In this book, you'll learn about types of computer games and apps, how games are designed, typical educational paths, the traits you'll need to be successful in the field, and much more. Computer Game & App Developer is just one of ten exciting titles in the Cool Careers in Science series. Readers will discover ten cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering careers, and dozens of subspecialties. You will also learn why these careers are some of the most exciting, best paying, and fastest growing occupations in the world.

In this day and age, software engineers truly make the world go round. These professionals create all kinds of technical products, including the programs needed to make computers operate, the apps used on smartphones, websites on the internet, and the entertainment enjoyed by gamers. The best part about this career choice? The need for software engineers just keeps growing every year. In this title, readers will get an understanding of what this job entails, how to prepare for it (including training and education), and what a typical day as a software engineer is really like.

A guide for high school graduates to careers in hospitality and human services industries.