By Michael Farr and Laurence Shatkin, Ph.D.

This directory describes 200 occupations that offer great jobs through apprenticeships. Includes the best apprentice jobs in the fields of health care, information technology, public and personal services, and more. Gives in-depth information on today's apprenticeships, including career opportunities, requirements, and rewards. Covers earnings, growth, interests, personality type, apprenticeship length, job descriptions, and more.

This edition covers new developments in apprenticeships, lists 100 new nationally registered apprenticeships, and features the latest data from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Nearly 30 new lists rank best apprenticeable jobs by union membership and by high-growth industries, including advanced manufacturing, aerospace, energy, geospatial technology, health care, homeland security, and nanotechnology.

Each occupation now includes information on the percentage of workers with union membership, average union wage, and beginning wage.

542 pages. 2009. Softcover: $24.95. SPECIAL: 10% discount on 10+ copies.

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