Government and Public Administration

Yesterday in Career Exploration, we researched the career cluster Government and Public Administration. The two careers that I chose to research were Coroners and Surveying Technicians. We have now been asked to compare these two careers. These two occupations dont have much in common in the knowledge area, besides the very important topics of the English Language and Law and Government. Skills and abilities that they have in common are critical thinking, speaking, active listening, coordination, judgment and decision making, monitoring, deductive reasoning, oral comprehension, oral expression, written comprehension, problem sensitivity, and near vision. Both of these careers require interests conventionally and realistically. Also, both require the same amount of job training and related experience. Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is also required. The education needed for these occupations is almost exactly the same. This information is as follows: Surveying Technicians: High School Diploma- 39% Some college- 29% Associate's degree- 21% Coroners: High School Diploma- 23% Some College- 29% Associate's Degree- 21% Both have a top industry in Government, have a projected growth of 10% to 19%, and value support and independence.