Describes different occupations and provides information on the required skills, training, education, working conditions, salaries, licenses, certification, and registrations needed.
The Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) is the premier, nationally recognized source for career information. Especially designed to provide valuable up-to-date information, the Handbook is great for all individuals making decisions about their future including students about to graduate from high school or college, recent graduates, individuals returning to the workforce after an absence, or anyone looking for a career change. It has been used by millions since the 1940s.
The completely updated OOH reflects employment information released in September 2023. It includes information on the fastest-growing occupations, number of new jobs, and a summary of the highest-paying occupations.
This Handbook contains numerous occupations profiles and includes information on:
- Job duties
- Education and training needed
- Median pay
- Important qualities for the job
- Licenses, certification, and registrations needed
- Contact information to learn more about the occupation
- Job outlook
Special features include:
- Assumptions and methods used in preparing employment projections
- A comprehensive appendix summarizing the occupations
- Data for occupations not covered in detail
- Employment projections
- Glossary of terms used throughout the book
- Occupational information network coverage; and a detailed index
As the federal governments premier career guide, the Occupational Outlook Handbook, has been used by millions of people since the 1940s. This edition reflects the latest employment projections that were released in September 2023 and developed by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
