Vocational (job) training helps people choose and learn work that suits their skills and interests. Programs are available through local school districts and the department of education in each state. 
            A job helps you or your teen in many ways:
            
              - You earn money, which helps you stay or become independent. 
- You gain self-esteem and a sense of purpose. 
- You interact with other people and may develop a larger social network. 
Vocational training can help teens and adults:
            
              - Identify their strengths, interests, and physical skills. 
- Train for a particular job. 
- Prepare for work in many different areas, such as in offices, restaurants, hospitals, stores, or factories. 
 
          
          
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              Current as of: July 31, 2024