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Bookstore associates help customers find books they'll enjoy and process sales at checkout counters. They organize shelves, unpack new shipments, and create displays for featured books and authors. They know about different types of books so they can make good recommendations based on what customers like.

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Classroom aides help teachers by working with students who need extra support during lessons. They help prepare learning materials, monitor students during activities, and assist with classroom management. They give students individual attention to help them understand and complete their work.

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Customer service representatives answer questions and solve problems for people who buy products or services. They listen carefully to understand what customers need or what went wrong. They find solutions to fix issues and make sure customers feel heard and helped.

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Fraud transaction monitoring analysts watch for unusual patterns in bank accounts or credit card charges that might be fraud. They follow special steps to check if a strange purchase was made by the real customer or a criminal. They help protect people's money and personal information from theft.

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Intake specialists talk with new clients to gather important information when they first seek help. They ask questions about what someone needs and enter this information into computer systems. They help match people with the right services or programs based on their situation.

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Library assistants help people find books, use computers, and access information at public or school libraries. They check books in and out, organize shelves, and help with library programs and events. They answer questions and help visitors use library resources like databases, printers, and research tools.

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Market researchers gather information about what products people like and why they buy certain things. They create surveys, run focus groups, and study buying patterns to help companies understand customers better. They analyze all the information they collect to find important trends and insights.

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Museum assistants welcome visitors, answer questions, and help protect the artwork and artifacts in museums. They might give tours, work at the front desk, or help with educational programs for school groups. They learn about the museum's collections so they can share interesting facts with visitors.

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Police dispatchers answer emergency calls and send police officers to help people in trouble. They stay calm during scary situations and ask important questions to understand what's happening. They use radios to communicate with officers and keep track of where emergency vehicles are located.

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Research assistants help scientists, professors, or businesses collect and organize information for studies and projects. They might search for facts in books or online, enter data into computers, or help run experiments. They follow instructions carefully to make sure the research is done correctly.

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Technical support agents help people fix problems with computers, phones, software, or other technology. They ask questions to understand the issue and guide customers through steps to solve it. They explain technical solutions in simple ways that are easy to understand.

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Tour guides show people around special places like museums, cities, or parks. They tell interesting stories and facts about each place they visit. They answer questions and make sure everyone has a fun and safe time.

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Travel agents help people plan trips and vacations to places all over the world. They book flights, hotels, and fun activities for their customers. They know lots of tips to help people have the best trip possible.

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Zoo and aquarium staff care for animals, educate visitors, and maintain the habitats where animals live. They prepare food, clean enclosures, and watch for any signs that animals might be sick or unhappy. They answer visitors' questions and help people learn about wildlife conservation.

Community College of Philadelphia

Certificate Program

This program teaches you the basics of working with medical equipment in hospitals. You'll learn about the tools doctors use and how to make sure they're safe and working properly.

Montgomery County Community College

Certificate Program

This special program teaches laboratory skills for working with biological products. You'll learn techniques for growing cells, producing biological materials, and maintaining clean manufacturing environments.

Delaware County Community College

Certificate Program

This program teaches you how to use internet-based computing services to store and process information. You'll learn about remote servers, data storage, and how to work with programs that run on the internet.

Community College of Philadelphia

Certificate Program

This program teaches you how to write basic instructions (code) that make computer programs work. You'll learn the first steps of creating apps and software that people use every day.

Community College of Philadelphia

Certificate Program

This program teaches you more advanced ways to write computer code and solve complex problems. You'll learn special recipes (algorithms) that help computers work faster and smarter on difficult tasks.

Community College of Philadelphia

Certificate Program

This program teaches you how to work with large amounts of information to find useful patterns. You'll learn to collect, organize, and analyze data to help businesses and organizations make better decisions.

Community College of Philadelphia

Certificate Program

This program teaches you how to find and collect electronic evidence about wrongdoing. You'll learn how to examine computers, phones, and other devices to help solve crimes and mysteries.

Montgomery County Community College

Certificate Program

This special program teaches you how to work with geographic information systems. You'll learn to use mapping software to create, analyze, and display location-based information for various industries.

Community College of Philadelphia

Certificate Program

This program teaches you how to think deeply about complex problems from multiple viewpoints. You'll learn to analyze information carefully, make logical arguments, and solve problems using ideas from different fields.

Community College of Philadelphia

Certificate Program

This program teaches you about different religions and beliefs around the world. You'll learn about various faiths, their histories, practices, and how they influence people and societies.

Northampton Community College

Certificate Program

This short program teaches you about renewable energy and conservation. You'll learn about solar power, wind energy, energy efficiency, and other approaches to environmentally friendly power.

Delaware County Community College

Certificate Program

This program teaches you how to write code for websites and online applications. You'll learn programming languages used on the internet and how to create websites that do more than just display information.

Community College of Philadelphia

Associate's Degree

Biology is the study of all living things from tiny cells to large animals and plants. You'll learn how bodies work, how diseases spread, and how living things depend on each other in nature.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you how to use living cells and organisms to create useful products. You'll learn to work in labs with special tools and techniques used in medicine, agriculture, and environmental science.

Community College of Philadelphia

Associate's Degree

Chemistry is about studying what things are made of and how they change. You'll learn about atoms, molecules, and reactions through experiments that help you understand the building blocks of our world.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

Computer Science is about understanding how computers work and creating new programs to solve problems. You'll learn to write code, design software, and think logically about complex challenges in technology.

Northampton Community College

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you how to work with large amounts of information to find useful patterns. You'll learn to collect, organize, and analyze data to help businesses and organizations make better decisions.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program prepares you to transfer to a four-year college for an engineering degree. You'll learn advanced math, physics, and basic engineering principles that build a foundation for specialized engineering fields.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program prepares you to transfer to a four-year college to study environmental science. You'll learn about ecosystems, pollution, conservation, and ways to protect and improve our natural world.

PA College of Technology

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you about trees, forests, and woodland management. You'll learn about timber harvesting, conservation, wildlife habitat, and how to manage forests for various purposes.

Northampton Community College

Associate's Degree

This concentration focuses on governments and political systems around the world. You'll learn about international relations, policy-making, and how countries work together on global issues.

Northampton Community College

Associate's Degree

This program gives you a broad background in health-related fields. You'll learn about human biology, healthcare systems, and foundations for various careers in medicine and wellness.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you about events and people from the past. You'll learn how past societies lived, how important events shaped the world, and how to understand why things happened the way they did.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program provides a broad education in many subjects to prepare you for transfer to a four-year college. You'll study literature, science, history, and arts to develop critical thinking and communication skills.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program prepares you to transfer to a four-year college to study biology and related sciences. You'll learn about living organisms, cellular processes, and research methods as a foundation for careers in biological fields.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

Mathematics is about understanding numbers, patterns, shapes, and logical relationships. You'll learn to solve complex problems using various types of math and develop skills that are useful in science and technology.

Harcum College

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you how to run lab tests on blood, urine, and other body samples. You'll learn to use specialized equipment to help doctors diagnose diseases and check how well treatments are working.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program prepares you to transfer to a four-year college to study physics, chemistry, and other physical sciences. You'll learn scientific principles and laboratory techniques that explain how the physical world works.

Delaware County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you about government, voting systems, and how public decisions are made. You'll learn about laws, political processes, and how citizens can participate in shaping society.

Montgomery County Community College

Associate's Degree

Psychology is about understanding how people think, feel, and behave. You'll learn about the human mind, emotions, and why people act the way they do in different situations.

Delaware County Community College

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you about human societies and group behavior. You'll learn why people form communities, how social problems develop, and ways to understand different cultures and social patterns.

Northampton Community College

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you how to help athletes prevent and recover from injuries. You'll learn about human movement, rehabilitation exercises, and treatment methods to keep athletes healthy and help them heal after getting hurt.

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Associate's Degree

This program teaches you how to protect water resources and treat water for public use. You'll learn about water testing, treatment plants, and how to keep drinking water safe and clean for communities.

Pathways Forward: Curiosity

You've reached the end of our Curiosity list. Keep asking questions and discovering new wonders! Our Curiosity workbook is a great resource to continue reflecting on and exploring potential pathways connected to Curiosity.

Are you thinking about going to a four-year college after high school?

We have lists of colleges that match what's important to you and share similar values. You can check out these college lists to find schools that feel right for you.

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