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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Art Directors

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive information from the "Occupational Outlook Handbook" on artists and related workers, including discussions of the nature of the work, working conditions, training and qualifications, job outlook, earnings, sources of...
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Website
Other

Health and Safety Institute

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a resource for professional safety, health instruction and accreditation for health professionals. Includes a career center, training programs, and much more.
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Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Radiologic Technologists

For Students 9th - 10th
A very informative site describing the profession of radiologic technologist/technician. Contains sections on nature of the work, working conditions, employment opportunities, qualifications, job outlook, and earnings.
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Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Radiologic Technician

For Students 9th - 10th
Published by the Department of Labor, this site details the Radiologic Technician Career. Employment outlook, and projections are provided with training and qualifications data.
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Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Write Now! Career Writing Prompts: Ot Assistant

For Students 9th - 10th
This Career Clip features Rachel Houch, Occupational Therapy Assistant at Good Shepherd in Allentown, PA. She loves to help people and loves the fact that she can be creative in how she accomplishes the tasks of her day. She feels you...
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Article
Stanford University

Stanford: Bioengineering Boot Camp Draws Young and 'Fearless' Talent

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the cutting edge inventions being brought about by teens at Stanford University's bioengineering boot camp for high school students.
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Website
US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Land, Waste, and Cleanup Topics

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is loaded with information on solid waste and hazardous waste. It includes industries' effects on the environment, waste programs, treatment, control, pollution prevention, recycling, and cleanup programs.
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Website
Other

What Is Osteopathic Medicine?

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a description of osteopathic medicine. Contains details about the jobs of osteopathic physicians. Also includes information about getting into medical school.
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Website
South Carolina Educational Television

Kids Work! Real People: Radiologic Technologist

For Students 3rd - 8th
Interview [0:48] with a radiologic technologist in which she answers questions about her work, qualifications, and other career-related issues.
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Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Chemist

For Students 9th - 10th
The BLS offers an overview of the career of a chemist. The website provides a general description of what being a chemist is like and includes information on the type of education and experience a chemist needs.
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Unit Plan
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry

Abpi: Manufacturing Pharmaceuticals

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth look at the technology involved in the pharmaceutical industry. Students work through interactive learning material, answering review questions along the way.
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Website
Other

Johnson & Johnson: Discover Nursing

For Students 9th - 10th
Get the basics on the nursing field and find a nursing program in your area, or search through hundreds of nurse scholarships.
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Handout
Career Cornerstone Center

Sloan Career Cornerstone Center: Profiles of Physicists: Michelle O'brien

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief career profile of Ms. Michelle O'Brien, a physicist for the ionizing radiation division at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Can be downloaded in PDF format.