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Subjects to Study
Math, physics, chemistry, shop and technology
courses, computer skills, speech, business

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Bachelor’s degree
Ask to shadow your own school lab coordinator for +
a day or two. What kinds of jobs does he or she
perform on a regular basis? This might include Education &
Training
supervising other workers and volunteers, keeping
track of chemicals and other supplies, preparing
workstations for students, and defragging comput-
ers, in addition to teaching students. $$$$$

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