Education Research

Knowledge is power! Education is power!

As you research the career(s) you are interested in, you'll notice that most occupations require more than a high school diploma. Additionally, as shown in the bar graph below, there is a strong relationship between amount of education earned, percentage of time un/employed and wages earned.

Chart. Unemployment rates and earnings by educational attainment

Once you obtain the education needed to advance your career, keep on learning!  Lifelong learning will not only enrich your life, it will help you stay current in your field and make you more employable.

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