Career Fields

Exploring Career Fields

Career fields are broad categories of related jobs. Major fields include: healthcare, engineering, education, business, arts, law, agriculture, and information technology. Understanding career fields helps you plan your subject choices for Grade 10.

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Career Fields and Requirements

Healthcare (doctor, nurse): requires Maths, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences. Engineering (civil, electrical): requires Maths and Physical Sciences. Business (accountant, marketer): requires Maths or Maths Literacy, Accounting. IT (programmer): requires Maths.

Note

Remember

Research careers early so you can choose the right subjects. Attend career expos, talk to professionals, and use the Department of Higher Education career helpline (0800 872 222).

Key Vocabulary

Career fieldA broad area of work containing many related jobs

RequirementsThe qualifications and subjects needed for a specific career

AptitudeA natural ability or talent that suits you for a particular career

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