From working with dogs to horses to elephants, there is a job out there for every person who loves working with animals. And the ones in this volume don't require college! Giving readers all the tools they need to begin a career working with animals, this text is filled with exciting and colorful animal photos, informative sidebars, and some information from individuals who work with animals in real life. It covers résumés, cover letters, job searches, and giving a good interview as well.

Readers who want to be comics writers, pencillers, inkers, or colorists, manga letterers or translators, or animation artists, voice talent, directors, or producers will find that this timely book can set them on the path to professional fulfillment.

Profiles the characteristics of and qualifications needed for fourteen jobs in the writing industry.

Profiles the characteristics of and qualifications needed for twelve jobs in the video game industry, including designer, programmer, and tester.

Explores the job descriptions, education and training requirements, salary, and outlook predictions for fourteen food-related careers that do not require a college education.

Surveys career opportunities for people who are interested in travel, including adventure travel specialist, cruise director, flight attendant, deckhand, cruise ship entertainer, tour guide, and travel agent.

Profiles the characteristics of and qualifications needed for twelve jobs in the sports industry, including scout, equipment manager, and clubhouse attendant.

For many jobs in science and math, young adults don't need a college education and may be able to find employment soon after high school. In this practical volume, science and math types learn about jobs in civil engineering, agriculture, dental laboratories, electronics, quality control, fiber optics, hazmat, water systems, aerospace, occupational health and safety, real estate, loans, and surveying. Each career overview includes tips on career preparation and future prospects. Sidebars offer profiles on specialized jobs or professionals, and each chapter contains annotated career information on associations and organizations, books and periodicals, videos and apps, and Web sites.

Profiles the characteristics of and qualifications needed for twelve jobs that involve building things, including a carpenter, gardener, electrician, and doll maker.

People with the knack for making things work will be delighted to learn how to get started in so many interesting careers where they use their skills. Options described here include auto body repair technician, aviation technologist, computer repair technician, historic preservationist, lineworker, motorcycle mechanic, roofer, and more.

Discover a career where you can be paid to shop! You don’t need a college degree to be a prop buyer, wardrobe stylist, antiques or art dealer, mystery shopper or stockbroker. Twelve jobs, appealing to vastly different interests, are included.

This series supports the curriculum for: \- careers \- people, places, and environment

Profiles the characteristics of and qualifications needed for thirteen jobs involving organization, including wedding planner, event coordinator, auctioneer, and import/export specialist.

Offers information on job responsibilities, work environments, education and training, salary, and employment outlook for jobs ranging from floral designer and picture framer to bookbinder.

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Profiles the characteristics of and qualifications needed for fourteen jobs in various types of sales.

Many exciting and rewarding careers exist for nature lovers, many of which don’t require a college degree. The author presents a variety of jobs that allow people to make a living in the great outdoors, from guiding tourists on whitewater rafting expeditions to photographing exotic animals in distant, beautiful locales. Careers such as park ranger, wildland firefighter, and ecotourism planner allow people to enjoy some of the world’s most spectacular environments while also protecting these areas for future generations. Helpful career-related resources such as organizations, books, magazines, and blogs follow each chapter, and stunning color photographs draw in the reader.

Explores the careers available to people who are interested in working in other people's homes, including real estate agent, professional organizer, and interior designer.

For many jobs in science and math, young adults don't need a college education and may be able to find employment soon after high school. In this practical volume, science and math types learn about jobs in civil engineering, agriculture, dental laboratories, electronics, quality control, fiber optics, hazmat, water systems, aerospace, occupational health and safety, real estate, loans, and surveying. Each career overview includes tips on career preparation and future prospects. Sidebars offer profiles on specialized jobs or professionals, and each chapter contains annotated career information on associations and organizations, books and periodicals, videos and apps, and Web sites.

Written for students looking for alternatives to college but in search of a rewarding career, this title explains ways to turn the readers’ passions and talents into a profession. Stressing the importance of preparation, hard work, and marketing your business, it focuses on traditional entertainment like music and acting but also delves into less conventional work like working as a Foley artist or as a children’s entertainer. With college tuition on the rise, this title is geared toward creating successful professionals out of students who are looking to enter the workforce immediately.

Music careers go beyond being in a band or joining a world-famous orchestra. Many of them do not require a college education. This volume provides readers with the tools they need to build a career in the field of music without heading to college first. It includes informative sidebars with exclusive job search tips and real-life information from people working in the field. Readers are encouraged to get creative about their job searches, going beyond the "college to job" approach.