Careers

Whether you love or hate your job, you probably spend a good amount of time contemplating what's next. The Career Channel helps you explore the world of work and learn about your employment options.

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Since you were a young child, you have wanted to be a detective. Read this article and learn how to become a detective.

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Wouldn't it be great if you could become a flight attendant? Well, you can learn about how to become a flight attendant from this article.

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Have you ever wondered how someone becomes a judge? Learn about how to become a judge from this article.

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Because the world is finally beginning to catch up with what foodies have always known -- that eating is more than just a biological necessity -- new food-related careers are constantly emerging. What are some of the most tantalizing gigs?

By Colleen Cancio

Are you fascinated by how the brain works, and want to become a neurosurgeon?

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Would you like to become a police officer and be responsible for law enforcement and public safety? This article shows you how to become a police officer.

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You'd like to be an actress, but you're not sure what it takes to be successful. Learn about how to be an actress in this article.

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You want to become a psychiatrist, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to become a psychiatrist in this article.

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As glamorous and attractive as wrestling seems on national TV, it's still a dangerous sport, even though acting plays a big part in the game. If you've always wanted to become a WWE wrestling superstar, you've come to the right place. Read on to learn how you can become a WWE wrestler.

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You'll need to obtain the necessary licenses and learn to locate a missing person if you want to be a repo man.

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Becoming a mortician means helping grieving family members as they arrange for their loved one's funeral. Learn about how to become a mortician from this article.

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You'd like to become an insurance agent, but don't know what training is necessary. Learn about how to become an insurance agent in this article.

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With the love of the game and a little training you can become a high school football coach.

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Who knew that a single word (well, kind of) could loom so large in the legal profession? BigLaw represents the pinnacle of the field, but new law school grads are rapidly discovering that it's getting increasingly harder to reach.

By Linda C. Brinson

Everyone knows crab fishing is one of the deadliest jobs on the planet. But do you ever wonder how the cameramen are faring, while they film all that dangerous work?

By Clint Pumphrey

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Some people like to stay in. Others want to get away every chance they get -- if they can afford it. What if you could travel the world and get paid for it? Sound too good to be true? Here are 10 careers designed to satisfy anyone's wanderlust.

By Stephanie Watson

If you cringe at the thought of sitting in one spot all day, then take heart. You don't have to be a cubicle dweller. One of these career fields may be the answer you seek.

By Victoria Vogt

Unemployment can cause stress, but some jobs are stressful, too. The next time you find yourself sweating over some deadline, remember that some people get paid to risk their lives -- or save the lives of others -- every single day.

By Linda C. Brinson

Have you ever considered working at the White House? Before you get a job working for the presidential administration, you'll have some questions to answer.

By Jonathan Strickland

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These jobs probably weren't on your list of what you wanted to be when you grew up. But now that you're in the rat race, you may wonder if a dirty job is more profitable than your desk jockey career.

By Jane McGrath

Our society puts a lot of stock in antiquity. But if doctors abided by the original Hippocratic Oath, surgery wouldn't be an option and medical school would be free. Is it time for an update to the oath?

By Jacob Silverman

Proof that we're living in the incredible future: We can conduct serious business in our pajamas. Which work-from-home jobs are the most lucrative?

By Dave Roos & Laurie L. Dove

Information technology applies to a number of different careers and fields. Learn more about information technology in this article.

By Dave Roos

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Next time you're bored at work, remember you could be doing a job that is life-threatening. Learn about the 10 most dangerous jobs in America, including being a logger, roofer, or farmer.

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Thanks to books, movies and TV shows, many people have a clear mental image of the stereotypical private investigator. Separate fact from fiction and find out exactly what a private investigator does.

By Tracy V. Wilson