CAREER COMPASS: Exploring Occupations (4 Programs)
Explore careers in child development, clothing and textiles, food and nutrition, and housing and interior design with this great series! Learn what these jobs entail as well as related careers.
JOBS IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT
A variety of professionals are employed by proud parents and concerned care providers to ensure the health, education and general well-being of their children. Gain insight into the personality and skills required to become a social worker, developmental therapist, childcare worker and teacher. Learn what these jobs entail as well as other careers relating to the growth and development of children. 29 minutes
JOBS IN CLOTHING, TEXTILES AND FASHION
Many different people work in clothing and fashion - and they're not all cut from the same cloth! Each professional plays a very different role in transforming a piece of fabric into a garment or the inspiration for a fashion publication. Explore the world of a clothing designer, fashion journalist and boutique owner and learn about other career opportunities available in the clothing and textiles industry. 27 minutes
JOBS IN FOOD AND NUTRITION
Many people don't realize where - or who - their food comes from. But farmers, chefs, scientists and health care workers all play a role in the story of what we eat every day. Learn how these professionals combine their efforts to produce, prepare, develop and evaluate food and ensure nutrition. Discover related jobs and the education and experiences beneficial to building a career in food and nutrition. 29 minutes
JOBS IN HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN
Many professionals work together to create a house, long before it becomes a home. Explore the careers of an architect, general contractor and interior designer and other related professionals. Learn how their combined knowledge turns the idea of a house into a reality. See what each job entails-from planning to meeting with clients, to solving problems and completing a project. Discover the role business skills play and the type of education required. 29 minutes
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