Analysis of labor market data should include local, regional, and state statistics related to current and projected job availability, employer demand, working conditions, skills needed, and salary ranges for a variety of early childhood education careers.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What is labor market data?
- What are the advantages of labor market research in the field of early childhood?
Communication
- What forms of media can be used to locate labor market information?
- What are factors and trends that may influence career choices?
- How can labor market data be used to help make career decisions?
Leadership
- What skills are needed to search for and interpret labor market data?
- What leadership qualities or skills are needed to obtain employment in the current labor market?
Management
- How can labor market analysis help in setting goals and planning for a career?
- What are possible consequences of not using labor market data in career planning?