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View the mid-level salary in both your current job and your selected occupation. (Annual salaries apply to people who work full-time year-round.)
These skills are commonly used in both your current job and your selected occupation.
MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Operation and ControlUsing equipment or systems.
Operations MonitoringWatching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.
These are areas where you might have skill gaps. People working in your selected job generally need higher levels in these skill and knowledge areas than people working in your current job.
Production and Processing Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
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See how much education people typically have in your selected job, and then use the link to find training programs in your local area.
High school diploma or equivalent
No formal educational credential
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Many states require licenses for certain jobs. See if your selected occupation requires a license and if so, follow the link to find information for your state.
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Certifications help you get ahead or qualify for different jobs. You usually have to pass a test to earn one, and then you can show employers that you have the skills and knowledge needed to do well on the job.
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