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$97,150
Very Strong Growth
1.66%
Very Strong Opportunity
774 Jobs/Year
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$84,990
Very Strong Growth
2.34%
Strong Opportunity
361 Jobs/Year
$57,100
Strong Growth
1.11%
Strong Opportunity
667 Jobs/Year
$63,280
Strong Growth
1.36%
Strong Opportunity
722 Jobs/Year
$102,220
Strong Growth
1.26%
Very Strong Opportunity
872 Jobs/Year
$54,070
Strong Growth
1.24%
Very Strong Opportunity
2,625 Jobs/Year
$49,860
Strong Growth
1.01%
Very Strong Opportunity
1,516 Jobs/Year
$74,810
Strong Growth
1.04%
Strong Opportunity
701 Jobs/Year
$65,770
Strong Growth
1.23%
Very Strong Opportunity
1,463 Jobs/Year
$63,840
Strong Growth
1.25%
Strong Opportunity
259 Jobs/Year
$61,830
Very Strong Growth
1.53%
Strong Opportunity
663 Jobs/Year
$63,930
Very Strong Growth
3.08%
Strong Opportunity
539 Jobs/Year
$68,240
Strong Growth
1.35%
Average Opportunity
178 Jobs/Year
$56,470
Very Strong Growth
2.43%
Very Strong Opportunity
1,171 Jobs/Year
$99,580
Strong Growth
1.36%
Very Strong Opportunity
2,112 Jobs/Year
$69,320
Strong Growth
1.16%
Strong Opportunity
452 Jobs/Year
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NC 4-Year Colleges
Check out the numerous programs and opportunities to lower your education costs at NC’s public and independent four-year colleges and universities.
Department of Public Instruction
Career Development Coordinators (CDCs) in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and School Counselors in Student Services can help Middle and High School students explore careers.
NC Community Colleges
NC's 58 Community Colleges do more than just offer dozens of different 2-year degrees. A short-term skill and job training certificate can help you advance your career.
CFNC
Thinking of going back to school - or for the 1st time? Want a degree - or just some new skills? Learn about all the opportunities in NC for Adult Learners.
NCWorks
You don't have to be in school to receive help from a professional career adviser. Coaches in the state's NCWorks Career Centers are here to help adults & youth find jobs & education / training options.
NCWorks NextGen
NextGen is a comprehensive education, training, & employment program for young adults ages 16-24 facing barriers to employment. The program can help you plan, prepare, & launch a career in a high demand field.
Health & Human Services
North Carolina's Vocational Rehabilitation programs help people with disabilities achieve their goals for employment and independence by connecting to services and resources.
NCWorks
Finding a job with a criminal record can be difficult. NCWorks Career Center counselors specialize in helping individuals with criminal records find employment.
NC Navigator
Find opportunities to connect with businesses while you're still in high school - internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, interviews. Navigate real world learning for real life success.
Apprenticeship NC
Apprenticeships allow you to get paid an increasing wage as you gain classroom credit. Graduate with a professional certification or two-year college degree debt free.
Job & Career Tips
From your job search to your resume to your interview, a lot of preparation is needed to stand out & get hired. Know what to do - & what not to do - to land your dream job.