Times have changed and so has the job market! What is a nontraditional career?
The Federal Government defines the nontraditional career as being work for which individuals from one gender comprise less than 25 percent of the individuals employed in that field. Simply, occupations dominated by one gender or the other.
What is important to you?
Every individual has certain aptitudes, interests, and goals regardless of their gender.
Can you handle being the minority gender on the job?
If so, then a nontraditional career in one of the following fields may be just what you are looking for?
If you are a woman would you like to:
- Earn more and be financially independent?
- Work with your hands?
- Dress informally on the job?
- Have your work result in a product that you can see and take pride in?
If so, then one of the following careers may suit you:
- Civil Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Computer Technology
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Automotive Mechanics
- Machine Tool Technology
- Welding
- Environmental Technology
If you are a man would you like:
- Higher job satisfaction?
- A varied work environment and schedule?
- More intristic rewards?
If so, then one of the following careers may suit you:
- Human Services
- Legal Assistant
- Dental Hygiene
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Nursing
- Cosmetology
Project ASSIST has many ways to help you achieve your goals!
For more information call (843) 574-6525.
