Finding a Major and Career
Deciding your major or career is a tough process. The following resources are built to help guide students in their decision.
Finding a Major
My Majors Assessement
Finding a major can be tough, In 15 minutes, MyMajors.com will recommend your best-fit majors that match your academic achievement, aptitude, unique interests, and preferences.
Top Industries Hiring in San Diego
Find a career that inspires you from San Diego City College’s over 200 degrees and certificates and learn about the top industries hiring in San Diego County.
Finding a Career
Find Programs Based on Area of Interest, Career, or Business Name
Looking for a certain program that isn’t offered in your area? Check out the program finder to find programs based on your needs.
In Demand Careers
Look at over 40,000 job openings in San Diego and Imperial Counties, choose from over 200 fast-track programs and certifications offered for in-demand careers and learn about community colleges in the area.
Family Needs Calculator
The Family Needs Calculator measures the floor income necessary for an individual (under age 65 and without disability) or family to afford basic expenses in California. Covering all 58 counties, the data assesses the cost of housing, food, child care, health care, transportation, and taxes—without accounting for public or private assistance.
Road Trip NationThere are so many voices out there telling you what to do and who to be. But your own voice is the one that matters most. What drives you, and how can you go after it? Road Trip Nation is here to help you find those answers for yourself. |
Candid CareerCandid Career provides career information and career planning help through video in order to help people learn as much as they can about their options before choosing a career path. No narration or actors – just real people speaking from the heart about their career experiences. |
Occupational Outlook HandbookThe Occupational Outlook Handbook is the government's premier source of career guidance featuring hundreds of occupations. |
Career One StopSponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Career One Stop is your source for career exploration and jobs. |
Career Education Guide and HandoutsWant to learn about local opportunities and average salaries, check out the Career Education Collateral site to learn all about your future job. |
My Next MoveFind your next move as you browse through careers and discover your interests. |
San Diego and Imperial County Labor Market Information
25 most commonly found 21st century employability skillsThe San Diego-Imperial Center of Excellence for Labor Market Research (COE) identified 25 most commonly found 21st-century employability skills in online job postings, find them here and learn how to capitalize on them. |
Jobs that appear resilient during economic downturns.In response to the current COVID-19 crisis, The COE analyzed jobs that appeared resilient during economic downturns. Learn about the most recession-resilient careers here to prepare for anything.
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Trends in the types of certifications/licenses requested by employersThe COE analyzed data from online job postings to identify trends in the types of certifications/licenses requested by employers in San Diego County, learn about certificates and licenses and which ones may assist you in your career search. |