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Know the Job Market  
Prepared job seekers know the needs and trends of the job market. Knowledge of general and detailed labor market information including wages, occupational and industry trends, market conditions, and economic information contribute to a successful job search.
Resources for Knowing the Job Market
America's Career InfoNet
An electronic storehouse of information on job trends, wages, national and local labor markets, and other occupational, economic, and demographic data.
Occupational Outlook
Statewide and local area short- and long-term projections, including fastest growing occupations, occupations with the most annual openings, and occupations by education and training level required.
Georgia LaborMarket Explorer
Link to this dynamic and interactive information system that contains a wide range of information about the labor market and economic conditions for Georgia and local areas.
Georgia's Hot Careers
Statewide listing of careers that will have fast job growth, high wages, and at least 100 annual openings during the next ten years. (PDF)
Georgia Wages by Occupation
Occupational wage information by specific area, select counties, or statewide, including entry level, average, and median.
Georgia Jobs: Short-term Employment Projections
Short-term outlook is compiled each year and is a two-year occupational forecast. Due to confidentiality rules, some occupations are not listed. (PDF)
Georgia Wages by Education and Training Level
Statewide wage information based on the amount of education and training generally required for an occupation.
Area Labor Profiles
View comprehensive information, including industry mix, income, and occupational profiles, for each of Georgia's 159 counties and surrounding areas.
CareerOneStop for Students and Advisors
Use this resource to explore career and education options, and the skills and education needed to get jobs in high growth, high demand, and green occupations.
Georgia Workforce – Long-term Employment Trends
View or print this publication which provides a comprehensive look at the changing trends in the population, labor force, industries and occupations over the next ten years in Georgia. (PDF)
Industry Outlook
Statewide and local area short-term and long-term industry forecast, including growing and declining industries and rate of growth and decline.
Licensed and Certified Occupations in Georgia
This publication lists specific information, including required examinations, about occupations that require licensing or certification in Georgia. (PDF)
Career Guide to Industries
Find career information by industry including working conditions, occupations in the industry, training and advancement, earnings and benefits, and employment outlook.
Age is an Asset
View information on age-related issues including workplace trends, effects on older workers, and strategies for job seekers over 50. (PDF)
 
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