Careers Vocabulary Quiz

Career Terminology

• Trade: A hands-on profession involving manual skills, typically requiring specialized training.

• References: Individuals who provide a written assessment of a person’s qualifications to potential employers.

• Bachelor's Degree: An undergraduate academic degree awarded after completing four years of study at a college or university.

• Minor: A secondary focus of study in a degree program at a college or university.

• Colleague: A professional associate or coworker within one's field of employment.

• Professor: An educator holding the highest academic rank at a college or university, often involved in both teaching and research.

• Vocational School: An educational institution that provides practical training for a specific job or skill.

• Profession: A career that requires advanced education and specialized training.

• Promotion: Advancement to a higher position or role within an organization.

• Financial Aid: Assistance in the form of money, grants, or loans to help students cover educational expenses.

• Occupation: A person's primary work or vocation used to earn a living.

• Associate's Degree: A two-year academic degree awarded from community colleges, typically as a precursor to further study.

• Doctorate: The highest academic degree conferred by universities, often requiring extensive research.

• Employee: An individual who is compensated by an organization or individual for their labor.

• Major: A student's primary field of study in a degree program at a college or university.

• Overtime: Additional hours worked beyond a standard work schedule, often compensated at a higher rate.

• Resume: A document summarizing an individual's work experience, education, and skills.

• Community College: An institution offering two-year degrees and vocational training, often leading to transfer opportunities to four-year universities.

• Admission: The process or permission required to enroll in an educational institution.

• Hourly Wage: The pay received for each hour worked, influencing overall earnings based on hours dedicated.

• Requirement: Specific criteria or prerequisites established by educational institutions for academic programs.

• Interview: A formal meeting where candidates are evaluated for their suitability for a job.

• Minimum Wage: The legally mandated lowest hourly earnings an employer can pay an employee.

• Graduate School: A post-bachelor's educational institution focused on advanced degrees such as master's or doctorate.

• Credentials: Documentation that validates a person’s qualifications, including education and experience for a given role.

• Undergraduate: A college student pursuing a bachelor's degree or an associate's degree.

• Credit: Units earned toward a college degree, reflecting completion of courses.

• Master's Degree: An advanced academic degree requiring an additional two years of study beyond a bachelor’s degree.

• Hire: The act of engaging someone to work in exchange for compensation.

• Tuition: The fees charged by educational institutions for instruction and course access.

• Scholarship: Financial aid awarded to students based on various criteria to support educational pursuits.

• Employer: An individual or organization that hires and compensates employees for their work.

• Pathway: Educational or training routes taken to achieve certification or qualifications for higher studies.

• Apprentice: A learner in a trade who works under a mentor to gain experience and skills.

• Income: Monetary earnings derived from employment activities.

• Salary: A fixed annual compensation paid to employees, typically at monthly intervals.

• Personnel: The workforce of an organization, encompassing all employees and staff.

• Benefits: Additional advantages provided by employers, such as health insurance or retirement plans, enhancing overall compensation.

• Outsourcing: Contracting work or services from external suppliers rather than completing them internally.

• University: An institution dedicated to higher education, authorized to confer degrees at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Transcript: An official document listing courses taken and grades earned, often required for further education or employment applications.

• Application: A formal request process involving a form that candidates complete when applying for jobs, roles, or admissions.