By Harlow G. Unger

A four-year college isn't right for everyone after high school. This book describes alternatives to college that will lead to career success. Provides concrete, step-by-step information for students who wish to pursue career avenues or educational opportunities other than college - for example, alternative and vocational educations - after high school graduation.

Examines careers in 16 industry categories and describes the skills and experiences required for each. Also offers guidance for self-assessment and determining what essential employment skills readers already possess.

This edition includes:

• Employment statistics
  
• A table of industries expected to have the largest number of jobs in the future
  
• Fastest growing jobs and training required for each professional field
  
• Current statistics on average earnings by education level
  
• Distance learning
  
• Salary and job statistics by industry
  
• Where to look for jobs and how to get hired