CCR Updates/Notices

Labor Market Information

Posted by D. Wharton on 8/26/2019

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has compiled and placed information related to labor shortages and job attainment on their website. This information will update regularly.

Students and Parents should visit the following link for more info: https://dese.mo.gov/college-career-readiness/school-counseling/legislation

List of High Demand Jobs

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You will find:

• Information on how to obtain industry recognized certificates and credentials

• Information on how to obtain a license and the requirements for a license when licensure is required for an occupation

• Access to assessments and interest inventories that provide insight into the types of careers that would be suitable for students

• Resources that describe the types of skills and occupations most in demand in the current job market and those skills and occupations likely to be in high demand in future years

• Resources that describe the typical salaries for occupations and salary trends

• Information on how to obtain financial assistance for postsecondary education

• Information on how to choose a college, school, or apprenticeship that aligns with the student’s career goals and values

• Information on self-employment

• Resources related to creating a résumé, interviewing, networking, and finding job opportunities

• Information on the skills and traits necessary to succeed in various careers