WOW Student Book 2025

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Table of contents WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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LEADERSHIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SPONSORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CONSTRUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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EDUCATION & TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ENERGY & UTILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ENGINEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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HEALTHCARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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HOSPITALITY & SPECIAL EVENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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MANUFACTURING, AUTOMOTIVE, LOGISTICS, & TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . .

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PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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PUBLIC SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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TECHNOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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welcome Welcome to North Florida Worlds of Work.

This event is for YOU! Dear parents and students, We know it seems early to be thinking about what you want to do after high school, but believe it or not, now is the time! Worlds of Work will give you hands-on experiences in 19 different industries that have great jobs and career paths for you right here in North Florida.

Our local employers are excited to meet their future workforce and introduce them to amazing opportunities to make a great living while making a difference in their community, families, and lives.

What do you need to do to get ready? Not much! Your teacher will help you explore Xello, your online college and career navigation platform, where you can take fun quizzes to find out more about what types of careers you might enjoy. From there, you can make sure to seek out employers and jobs in those areas when you attend WOW in October. If you find yourself in worlds that are unfamiliar to you, then you have met our goal. We want you to explore and experience new jobs now, so you have time to prepare for them throughout your high school career.

Most importantly, open your mind to the possibilities that are available to you right here in North Florida. Ask great questions. Look around you. Begin exploring beyond WOW and you will find we live in a region rich with opportunity.

We look forward to seeing you at the Worlds of Work! Until then, check out the Worlds of Work website (www.northfloridaworldsofwork.com), take a few quizzes to find your interests and explore work-based learning opportunities (www.Xello.world), and explore local careers and education pathways (www.TLHtalent.com).

Until then!

The Tallahassee Talent Development Council 2

Leadership 2025 Worlds of Work Partners

2025 Worlds of Work World Leaders AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES

HOSPITALITY & SPECIAL EVENTS

Caylin Hilton, UF/IFAS Advancement | Extension 4-H Youth Development Program

Angela Walker, For the Table Hospitality

CONSTRUCTION Nicole Kessler, Kessler Construction EDUCATION

MANUFACTURING, AUTOMOTIVE, LOGISTICS & TRANSPORTATION Michael Jones and Abby Smelko, Altrua Global Solutions

Brooke Brunner, Leon County Early Childhood Education

PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL SERVICES

ENERGY & UTILITIES

PUBLIC SAFETY

Kelly Perkins and Chelsea Roberts, City of Tallahassee

Shawn Yao, City of Tallahassee Police Department

ENGINEERING

TECHNOLOGY

Rob Gelhardt, FSM Engineering

Bryan Gibson, i2x Solutions

HEALTHCARE

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Nathalie Hood, Capital Health Plan

Jaynie Sundberg, Capital City Bank

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Agriculture & Natural Resources

Do you care about the environment?

Are you curious about food, animals, or nature?

Do you like using science or tech to solve problems?

From the food we eat to the forests we explore, agriculture and natural resources shape everyday life. In this world, you’ll discover how science, technology, and the environment come together to grow crops, protect wildlife, and keep our natural spaces thriving. Not all ag jobs mean getting dirty—today’s careers include drone pilots, lab techs, conservationists, and data analysts, too. Whether you’re into animals, plants, or protecting the planet, there’s a path here for you. Roll up your sleeves (or not!) and see how you can grow a career that makes a real impact.

Career-Related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • Career Dual Enrollment 5

• North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo • Career Nights

• Robotics Club • Florida 4-H • Future Farmers of America

• AEST Certifications • SkillsUSA

careers in Agriculture & Natural Resources OCCUPATION

What it takes

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Farm/Ranch/Aquaculture Worker

High School

$25,910 - $41,300

Forest and Conservation Workers

High School

$35,930 - 53,000

Agricultural Equipment Operator

Certificate

$30,720 - $38,580

Agricultural Inspector

Certificate

$35,200 - $48,840

Agricultural Technicians

Certificate

$40,350 - $62,340

Farm Equipment Mechanics

Certificate

$38,930 - $55,230

Landscaping Technician

Certificate

$30,530 - $44,000

Logging Equipment Operators

Certificate

$36,000 - $57,860

Nursery Manager

Certificate

$25,910 - $60,800

Survey & Mapping Technicians

Certificate

$38,180 - $56,910

Veterinary Technician

Certificate

$35,920 - $55,300

Environmental Technician

Bachelor’s

$37,760 - $51,230

Veterinarian

Doctorate

$105,070 - $143,610

PROBLEM-SOLVING

COMMUNICATION

ADAPTABILITY

TEAMWORK

DETAIL-ORIENTED

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Do you enjoy working outdoors?

construction

Do you like working with various kinds of tools and machinery?

Do you get satisfaction from building something with your own hands?

What comes to mind when you think of construction? Giant cranes and cement trucks? Those are only small pieces of the vast world of construction! Some careers in this field involve skilled trades that can be learned on the job. Others may require certificates that can be earned at Lively Technical College or Tallahassee State College. These positions can range from plumbing and electrical work to solar installation and cabinetmaking. If you find yourself interested in project planning or design, you might consider architecture or project management, which are careers that do require a college education and a degree. If you enjoy hands-on activities and problem solving, this may be the field for you.

Career-Related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • Career Dual Enrollment

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• North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo • Career Nights

• Service Clubs • Future Builders of America

careers in construction

What it takes

OCCUPATION

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Carpenters

High School

$38,090 - $53,000

Carpet Installers

High School

$41,450 - $58,120

Concrete Masons/Finisher

High School

$35,940 - $53,170

Construction Laborers

High School

$33,960 - $43,970

Drywall Installer

High School

$36,940 - $46,890

First Line Supervisors of Construction Trades

High School

$52,030 - $79,110

Hazardous Materials Removal Workers

High School

$37,460 - $47,250

Highway Maintenance Workers

High School

$32,120 - $41,840

Insulation Workers

High School

$44,640 - $51,480

Painters

High School

$36,140 - $45,670

Paving, Surfacing and Tamping Equipment

High School

$37,060 - $44,780

Roofers

High School

$35,810 - $49,300

Septic Tank Servicers

High School

$42,100 - $61,140

Tile & Stone Setters

High School

$37,710 - $59,250

Electricians

Certificate

$45,780 - $58,590

Heating/Air Conditioning Mechanic/Installers

Certificate

$42,770 - $58,160

Pipelayers

Certificate

$40,400 - $49,710

Plumbers, Pipefitters and Steamfitters

Certificate

$43,770 - $56,580

Construction and Building Inspector

Bachelor’s

$52,590 - $72,530

Construction Manager

Bachelor’s

$72,530 - $127,740

Estimator

Bachelor’s

$47,600 - $81,290

PROBLEM SOLVING

ABILITY TO MULTITASK

COOPERATIVE ATTITUDE

INITIATIVE

DEPENDABILITY

INTEGRITY

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Education & Training

Do you consider yourself a leader or role model to those around you?

If you like the idea of having a positive impact on the future of others, consider a career in education and training. Having strong leaders to work in this field is vital to the success of our children and community as a whole! To teach Pre-K through 12th grades in Florida, you must complete an approved teacher education program, which does require a bachelor’s degree. To teach at the university level usually requires a Ph.D. If you like the idea of education but the classroom isn’t the place for you, other careers include media specialist, guidance counselor, or bus driver.

Do you want to shape and change the lives of others?

Are you passionate about a subject you think others should learn?

Career-related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo • Career Nights 9

• Student School Board Member

• Student Athletic Trainer

• Service Clubs

• Student Government

• Brain Bowl

• Student Tutor • SkillsUSA • Educator Rising

careers in Education & Training OCCUPATION

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Child Care Worker

Certificate

$26,810 - $32,610

School Bus Driver

Certificate

$36,110 - $44,490

Day Care Administrator

Associate

$37,080 - $69,890

Preschool Teacher

Associate

$27,850 - $33,370

Elementary Teacher

Bachelor’s

$49,220 - $64,900

Media Specialist

Bachelor’s

$47,250 - $61,130

Secondary School Teacher

Bachelor’s

$47,560 - $59,940

Special Education Teacher

Bachelor’s

$47,520 - $57,940

Training & Development Specialist

Bachelor’s

$43,320 - $72,720

Education Administrator/ Principal

Master’s

$60,700 - $95,910

Guidance/Career Counselor

Master’s

$47,390 - $52,280

Instructional Coordinator

Master’s

$46,750 - $71,390

Professor

Doctorate

$53,690 - $107,640

What it takes EMPATHY

CONFIDENCE

ORGANIZATION

COMMUNICATION

PATIENCE

TEAMWORK

ADAPTABILITY

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Energy & Utilities

Are you a problem solver?

Do you enjoy working with your hands?

Imagine life without lights, clean water, or the internet—it’s the work of energy and utility professionals that keeps our world running. This vital industry delivers the electricity that powers Do you enjoy our homes, keeps our water clean and flowing, and ensures doing work we stay connected every day. If sitting at a desk isn’t your style, knowing it will this field offers hands-on, high-impact careers where you can work outdoors and make a difference. Jobs like lineworkers, help people gas distribution technicians, water plant operators, and utility around you? service workers typically require just a high school diploma along with on-the-job training or apprenticeships. Prefer technology and control systems? Consider becoming a SCADA technician or substation technician—roles that support critical infrastructure and require strong technical skills. Whether you’re working on the front lines or behind the scenes, there’s a path for everyone in energy and utilities. These are stable, essential careers with room to grow—and they’re in high demand across our region.

Career-related Activities: • Arts and Athletics 11

• North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo

• Career Nights

• Service Clubs

What it takes

careers in Energy & Utilities OCCUPATION

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Energy Auditor

High School

$52,590 - $72,530

Power Distributor and Dispatchers

High School

$77,660 - $116,850

Lineman

High School

$59,450 - $98,450

Power Plant Operator

High School

$66,560 - $107,010

Telecommunication Equipment Installers

High School

$40,930 - $58,390

Water Treatment / Wastewater Operator

High School

$44,050 - $57,980

Wind Turbine Service Technicians

High School

$57,200 - $78,970

Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installer

Associate

$45,810 - $79,060

Occupational Health & Safety Specialists

Bachelor’s

$56,750 - $98,690

DETAIL ORIENTED

TEAMWORK

ORGANIZATION

COMMUNICATION

TROUBLESHOOTING

ABILITY TO FOLLOW SAFETY PROTOCOLS

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Engineering

Do you excel in math and science?

Do you like to design or draw?

Engineers design the world around us to make sure things are built in the safest and most effective way possible. Science and Are you interested engineering careers are some of the most highly educated in the details of how roles, usually requiring at least a bachelor’s degree, and professional engineers must have a state license to practice. things work?

There are some positions that do not require a degree, such as survey and map technician or architectural drafter. There are many types of engineering, such as mechanical, civil, chemical, and industrial, that are working to design and plan things before a hammer even touches a nail!

Working as an engineer, you could find yourself in a laboratory, an industrial facility, or even a deep ocean.

Career-related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo 13

• Career Nights • Science and Technology Clubs

• Brain Bowl • Robotics Team

• Service Clubs

careers in Engineering OCCUPATION

What it takes

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Architectural Drafter (CAD)

High School

$44,920 - $60,770

Survey & Mapping Technicians

High School

$38,180 - $56,910

Electronic Technicians

Associate

$57,070 - $82,840

Industrial Engineering Technicians

Associate

$50,470 - $63,890

Aerospace Engineering Technicians

Bachelor’s

$65,110 - $108,300

Architects

Bachelor’s

$62,630 - $97,700

Chemical Engineer

Bachelor’s

$80,490 - $128,530

Civil Engineer

Bachelor’s

$69,310 - $119,670

Electrical Engineer

Bachelor’s

$82,620 - $134,870

Environmental Technician

Bachelor’s

$37,760 - $51,230

Mechanical Engineer

Bachelor’s

$72,200 - $139,040

Occupational Health & Safety Specialists

Bachelor’s

$56,750 - $98,690

MATH & SCIENCE SKILLS

PROBLEM SOLVING

TEAMWORK

ORGANIZATION & COORDINATION

DETAIL-ORIENTED THINKING

TIME-MANAGEMENT SKILLS

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Are you passionate about caring for others?

Healthcare

Are you interested in the inner workings of the human (or animal) body?

Is helping people a passion of yours? Healthcare might be the field for you! This massive industry offers countless career paths, with a wide range of education requirements and work Do you have an eye for environments—far beyond just doctors and nurses in hospitals.

Healthcare work can be in a laboratory, nursing home, detail? pharmacy, or places you might not expect, like an athletic field! Many paths don’t require a degree higher than a high school diploma or GED, although you typically still need some training and certification, such as to become a phlebotomist, pharmacy technician, paramedic, or dental hygienist. You can also pursue a bachelor’s, master’s, or even doctorate in many of the healthcare fields including nursing, nutrition, audiology, and veterinary medicine. There are endless possibilities in the world of healthcare!

Career-related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo • Career Nights 15

• Brain Bowl • Student Athletic Trainer • Health Career Clubs

• Service Clubs • Dual Enrollment – Certified Nursing Assistant and Phlebotomy

• Externships • SkillsUSA • HOSA

What it takes

careers in Healthcare OCCUPATION

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Patient Representative

High School

$36,040 - $62,850

Medical Scribe

High School

$24,989 - $42,734

Dietary Aide

High School

$25,792 - $35,360

Patient Transporter

High School

$28,080 - $47,021

Medical Records Clerk

High School

$35,000 - $42,000

Certfied Nursing Assistant

Certificate

$30,410 - $37,490

Dental Assistant

Certificate

$36,170 - $46,400

Home Health Aide

Certificate

$27,710 - $34,610

Medical Assistant

Certificate

$34,810 - $42,150

Medical Transcriptionist

Certificate

$31,410 - $45,240

Pharmacy Technician

Certificate

$33,500 - $40,640

Phlebotomist

Certificate

$34,580 - $41,810

Sonographer

Certificate

$54,000 - $138,000

Dental Hygeinist

Associate

$67,710 - $89,820

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)

Associate

$36,850 - $46,350

Licensed Practical Nurse

Associate

$50,630 - $58,870

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Associate

$62,270 - $72,620

Physical Therapy Assistant

Associate

$59,850 - $71,300

Radiology Technician

Associate

$53,510 - $71,140

Registered Nurse

Associate

$68,390 - $87,000

Surgical Assistant

Associate

$45,700 - $51,740

Nurse Practioner

Master’s

$99,610 - $130,730

Occupational Therapist

Master’s

$78,420 - $106,060

Physician Assistant

Master’s

$103,180 - $149,800

Dietitian

Master’s

$60,460 - $72,530

Dentist

Doctorate

$124,090 - $207,510

Pharmacist

Doctorate

$106,440 - $139,900

Physical Therapists

Doctorate

$80,640 - $113,040

Physician

Doctorate

$134,800 - $207,750

Psychiatrist

Doctorate

$166,400 - $177,860

Surgeon

Doctorate

$133,990 - $206,540

COMPASSION

PATIENCE

ADAPTABILITY

TEAMWORK

COMMUNICATION

MATH & SCIENCE SKILLS

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Hospitality & Special Events

Do you enjoy learning about new places?

Do you know more than one language or are you interested in learning?

A bustling restaurant with delicious cuisine, a balcony Do you like to taste overlooking the ocean at a beachfront hotel, a flight to a new city across the country, or maybe even the world: These are or make various kinds just a few of the places you might find yourself if you enter a of food? career in the fast-paced industry of hospitality and tourism.

There are career options available in this field at every level of educational background. Entry-level positions, such as hotel receptionist, restaurant cook, or housekeeper usually require only a high school diploma or GED. Some higher roles like event planner, tour guide, or travel agent may require a bachelor’s degree.

This is a great field if you are multilingual or are interested in learning multiple languages!

Career-related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo 17

• Career Nights • Culinary Club • Service Clubs

• Student Athletic Trainer • Externships

• World Languages Clubs

careers in Hospitality & Special Events OCCUPATION

What it takes

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Bartender

High School

$24,960 - $44,640

Concierge

High School

$31,510 - $38,230

Cook

High School

$29,100 - $35,580

Front Desk Associate/Hotel Clerk

High School

$28,250 - $31,670

Housekeeper

High School

$27,500 - $31,770

Lodging Manager

High School

$36,950 - $80,000

Reservations Agent

High School

$35,510 - $44,600

Restaurant Manager

High School

$39,330 - $74,950

Waiter/Waitress

High School

$24,960 - $43,950

Executive Chef

Associate

$40,660 - $71,490

Travel Agent

Associate

$38,550 - $59,740

Event/Meeting Planner

Bachelor’s

$42,690 - $69,240

CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS

COMMUNICATION

ORGANIZATION

FLEXIBILITY

TEAMWORK

MULTITASKING

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Manufacturing, Automotive, Logistics & Transportation

Do you enjoy working with your hands?

Are you interested in how machines work?

Are you a problem solver?

Have you ever taken something apart just to see how it works? Do you love DIY projects? Look into the world of manufacturing to get in-the-know on the way things work. If you’re more interested in big-picture projects, logistics may be for you! Many careers in this world require only some training after receiving a high school diploma, such as metal fabricator, CNC operator, or millwright. Other careers such as an industrial engineer or mechatronics engineer require a bachelor’s or master’s degree. You can usually find yourself in a factory or production plant in these roles; however, you could also pursue a career in transportation like aviation or a CDL truck driver and find yourself out on the open road.

Career-related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo 19

• Career Nights • Service Clubs • Externships

• Theater Tech Crew

• World Languages Clubs

careers in Manufacturing, Automotive, Logistics & Transportation OCCUPATION

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Quality Inspector

High School

$35,870 - $60,420

Traffic Technicians

High School

$40,740 - $65,680

Transportation Inspectors

High School

$63,700 - $130,330

Aircraft Mechanic

Certificate

$56,590 - $77,530

Avionics Technician

Certificate

$61,920 - $89,330

Bus Driver Transit/Intercity

Certificate

$38,850 - $59,150

CNC Operator

Certificate

$34,770 - $52,300

Electrical/Electronics Repair

Certificate

$45,180 - $63,890

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Drivers

Certificate

$39,740 - $57,480

Industrial Machinery Mechanics

Certificate

$50,080 - $75,620

Machinist

Certificate

$37,650 - $54,370

Metal Fabricator

Certificate

$38,490 - $53,500

Millwright

Certificate

$50,220 - $63,630

Production Supervisors

Certificate

$47,030 - $76,310

Welder

Certificate

$38,710 - $44,620

Automotive Body Repairers

Certificate

$38,120 - $63,050

Automotive Service Mechanics

Certificate

$33,680 - $59,700

Diesel Mechanic

Certificate

$44,280 - $59,290

Marine Service Technician

Certificate

$44,260 - $63,020

Air Traffic Controllers

Associate

$103,400 - $172,410

Industrial Engineering Technicians

Associate

$50,470 - $63,890

Industrial Engineer

Bachelor’s

$78,630 - $114,230

Mechatronics Engineers

Bachelor’s

$58,470 - $89,860

What it takes TEAMWORK

PROBLEM SOLVING

DETAIL-ORIENTED THINKING

STRONG LISTENING SKILLS

FLEXIBILITY

DEPENDABILITY

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Professional & Personal Services

Do you like a structured and organized environment?

Do you have good communication skills?

Are you able to analyze information easily?

Attention to detail, strong communication, and good business sense are key traits in professional careers—do any of those sound like you? These behind-the-scenes roles keep businesses running, from accountants and graphic designers to PR specialists and loan officers. This world also includes personal service jobs like barbers, cosmetologists, fitness trainers, and childcare providers, where people skills and hands-on work are essential. Some careers require only a high school diploma, like receptionists or bank tellers, while others, like attorneys, require advanced degrees.”

Career-related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo 21

• Career Nights • Brain Bowl • Service Clubs

• World Languages Clubs • Externships

• FBLA – Future Business Leaders of America

What it takes

careers in Professional & Personal Services OCCUPATION

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Administrative Assistant

High School

$35,010 - $45,490

Customer Service

High School

$33,750 - $42,620

Receptionist

High School

$28,910 - $36,120

Sales Associate

High School

$39,960 - $80,420

Teller

High School

$35,160 - $42,820

Barber

Certificate

$33,360 - $86,860

Bookkeeper

Certificate

$36,720 - $53,270

Cosmetologist

Certificate

$26,880 - $45,390

Esthetician/Skin Care Specialist

Certificate

$29,380 - $49,650

Fitness Trainer

Certificate

$27,530 - $47,910

Graphic Designer

Certificate

$41,200 - $64,350

Hair Stylist

Certificate

$26,880 - $45,390

Manicurist

Certificate

$28,070 - $39,030

Massage Therapist

Certificate

$38,800 - $56,960

Paralegal

Certificate

$43,890 - $60,280

Real Estate Agents

Certificate

$34,890 - $62,050

Human Resources Manager

Associate

$79,260 - $113,790

Accountant/Auditor

Bachelor’s

$46,990 - $77,290

Bank Manager

Bachelor’s

$79,770 - $136,760

Financial Analyst

Bachelor’s

$61,960 - $90,370

Loan Officer

Bachelor’s

$45,900 - $84,750

Marketing Director

Bachelor’s

$74,130 - $155,550

Public Relations Specialist

Bachelor’s

$46,450 - $77,030

Attorney

Doctorate

$82,990 - $151,820

COMMUNICATION

CONFLICT RESOLUTION

RESEARCH SKILLS

TIME-MANAGEMENT SKILLS

ETHICS

ORGANIZATION

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Are you an adrenaline junkie that enjoys a fast-paced lifestyle?

Public Safety

Do you have good physical and mental strength?

Do you value helping

To work in public safety, you need a strong sense of integrity other people? and a desire to protect others in the community. If this sounds like you, this world might be the perfect fit! You can find these careers all around you: patrolling neighborhoods as a police officer, in the jail as a correctional officer, or on the scene of an accident as a firefighter or EMT. These careers and others require only a high school diploma and some additional technical training. Some career paths in this world require a bachelor’s degree, like crime scene and forensic technicians or special agents.

Career-related Activities: • Arts and Athletics • North Florida Worlds of Work Career Expo • Career Nights 23

• Brain Bowl • Service Clubs • ROTC • Student Athletic Trainer

• LCSO Explorers Program • TPD Cadet Program • TFD Cadet Program

• World Languages Clubs • Externships

careers in Public Safety

What it takes

OCCUPATION

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Dispatcher

High School

$43,680 - $92,500

Other Protective Service Workers

High School

$39,980 - $50,900

Security Guard

High School

$29,010 - $36,920

Correctional Officer/Detention Deputy

Certificate

$45,054 - $119,240

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)

Certificate

$38,126 - $62,920

Fire Fighter

Certificate

$44,730 - $71,600

Law Enforcement Officer

Certificate

$50,000 - $119,240

Records Clerk

Associate

$42,990 - $72,050

Crime Scene/Forensic Science Technician

Bachelor’s

$42,040 - $73,420

Emergency Management Director

Bachelor’s

$63,810 - $131,560

Occupational Health & Safety Specialists

Bachelor’s

$56,750 - $98,690

EMPATHY

DEPENDABILITY

PHYSICAL FITNESS

TEAMWORK

DECISION-MAKING SKILLS

ADAPTABILITY

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Do you like to stay up to date on the latest technology trends?

Technology

Are you interested in designing your own software or apps?

Technology is constantly changing and growing, and to keep up with it, careers in this world are always in high demand. If you have an interest in internet security, coding, or building Do you work well websites, this could be the world for you! You could work for in a team? a tech company developing software, or be the database administrator in the IT department of a non-tech company ensuring their systems run smoothly. With these and most technology careers you will likely find your work environment to be an office space, but don’t think that means it is not exciting! There is always going to be something new in technology and you need to have a fast-paced and adaptive work ethic to keep up. Most skills in this world can be learned through certification and training programs, but there are many educational paths you can take to pursue a career in technology. Most employers will ask for an associate or bachelor’s degree but will accept candidates with equivalent skill and experience levels.

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• Brain Bowl • Service Clubs • World Languages Clubs

• Science and Technology Clubs • Robotics Team • Externships

• TSA – Technology Student Association

careers in Technology OCCUPATION

What it takes

EDUCATION REQUIRED

SALARY RANGE

Business Intelligence Analyst

Associate

$52,130 - $116,490

Help Desk/Computer User Support

Associate

$39,210 - $60,540

Systems Analyst

Associate

$55,760 - $93,110

Computer Hardware Engineers

Bachelor’s

$54,600 - $128,230

Database Administrator

Bachelor’s

$66,930 - $93,970

Information Security Analyst

Bachelor’s

$72,680 - $98,330

IT Project Managers

Bachelor’s

$47,740 - $119,250

Network Administrators

Bachelor’s

$59,070 - $93,050

Network Support Specialist

Bachelor’s

$48,900 - $66,370

Software Developers

Bachelor’s

$73,770 - $128,910

Software Quality Testers

Bachelor’s

$60,700 - $109,880

Web & Digital Interface Designer

Bachelor’s

$50,460 - $84,930

Web Developer

Bachelor’s

$54,580 - $87,340

CONTINUOUS-LEARNING MINDSET

PROBLEM SOLVING

COMMUNICATION

CREATIVITY

TIME MANAGEMENT

CUSTOMER SERVICE

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Summer Internship Programs Internships aren’t just for college—they’re for YOU! High school students can explore programs with the City of Tallahassee, Leon County, and the Children’s Services Council of Leon County to gain real-world experience and jump-start their careers. Must be a Leon County resident.

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The purpose of North Florida Worlds of Work and its associated programs is to create awareness of the many high-demand, high-wage job opportunities that exist in North Florida early enough in high school that students may plan their pathway and graduate with a plan in place and well on their way to college or career.

Worlds of Work is a hands-on career expo that brings to life ten worlds representing 18 different industries that have great jobs and career paths right here in North Florida.

Through hands-on activities, over 3,000 9th grade students are exposed to 100+ career options early in their high school careers so that they can plan the courses and extracurricular activities that match their career interests.

Community WOW is an afternoon of hands-on career exploration where students, families, and job seekers can connect directly with industry leaders across North Florida.

Attendees will not only experience interactive exhibits from more than 100 regional employers, but also have the chance to participate in on-site interviews for part-time, full-time, and internship positions.

WOW Jobs connects local employers with high school seniors interested in entering the workforce following graduation.

Students interview with employers at the event and have the potential to receive multiple conditional job offers on the spot! The event is followed up with a Signing Day to celebrate successful matches.

The Educator Workforce Academy is a year-long training program for educators, exposing them to workforce development and our region’s industries. The year-long program is designed to eliminate the disconnection between industry and education, giving our region’s students the best chance possible for success.

Learn more at northfloridaworldsofwork.com

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