“I’m thinking about a new career or a new line of work. Where can I find the information I need to get started?”

The important decisions you make in life take a bit of planning. Career-related decisions need planning too. The 4 steps of career planning will help you (1) get to know yourself better, (2) explore your options, (3) make a good decision, and (4) take action to reach your goals.

Alis is a great place to find the information you need. The activities and quizzes on CAREERinsite can help you get started. OCCinfo can help you find wage and salary information, education and skills requirements, employment outlooks, working conditions, and other details about more than 550 occupations. Use keywords and filters to narrow your search.

For more information, read the articles and resources on the Plan Your Career main page. Check out the Frequently Asked Questions on career planning too.

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