Descision Day Workforce

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer and IT professionals' median salary hovers around $________ in May of 2021.

• $47,365.00

• $62,478.00

• $84,260.00

• $97,430.00

According to Indeed.com, the annual average salary for this profession is $84,802.

• Dental Hygienist

• Nurse Practioner

• Landscape Engineer

• Mason

Answer explanation

An associates degree costs on average $22,692, according to the American Dental Education Association.

This career has training available through VCTC and pays on average of $24.69 an hour or just over $51,000 yearly, after completing the program.

• Cosmetologist

• Nurse Aide

• CNC Machinist

• EMT

Answer explanation

Machinists are highly skilled, creative problem solvers who are task-oriented and self-directed individuals.

Potential lead to following careers:

Manufacturing Engineering

Manufacturing Biotechnology

All types of Engineering

What percent of a work day is spent reading and answering emails?

• 5%

• 10%

• 20%

• 25%

Want to get a jump start on a career? Attend VCTC for this program and get started on a career that pays on average $53,000 a year.

• Outdoor Recreation & Tourism Management

• Floriculture & Greenhouse Plant Production

• Industrial Maintenance

• Criminal Justice

Over a lifetime, the average person spends about _______ hours at work

• 90,000

• 100,000

• 175,000

• 200,000

This job is the fastest-growing occupation, with predicted job growth of 45.7% between 2021-2031.

• Certified Public Accountant

• Registered Nurse

• Electrical Engineer

• Nurse Practitioner

Which of the following is not typically included in a resume?

• Work Experience

• Skills and Abilities

• Hobbies & Interests

• Personal information such as age & marital status

In February 2022, this sector gained the most new jobs.

• Leisure & Hospitality

• Education & Health Services

• Construction

• Transportation & Warehousing

Answer explanation

Job Gains in February 2022

Leisure & Hospitality-179,000

Education & Health Services-112,000

Professional & Business Services-95,000

Construction-60K

Transportation & Warehousing-47,600

This profession analyzes the financial costs of risk and uncertainty. They use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to assess the risk of potential events, and they help businesses and clients develop policies that minimize the cost of that risk.

• Accountant

• Financial Cost Analyst

• Actuary

• Risk vs Reward Analyst

Answer explanation

Actuaries have a projected growth increase of 24.5% from 2020 to 2030, with a median annual salary of $111,030 and a Bachelor's degree.