Dollars and Sense Vocabulary - Ramsey Chapter 10

A regular activity performed in exchange for payment.

Generally takes two years of study and is awarded by a community, junior or business college.

Proficiency acquired through training or experience.

An organization of advanced education that can award graduate or undergraduate degrees.

A fixed compensation paid regularly for services.

Money borrowed to pay for education. This money must be paid back. 

Time spent working for a company in an industry of interest, may be paid or unpaid.

A letter you send with your resume' to provide more information about you.

A brief account of one's work experience and qualifications.

Upward movement from an entry-level job to the job that is a final goal.

Money to pay for college that does not need to be paid back.

A 4 year institution of learning where students earn an undergraduate degree (BA or BS degree).

A degree program combined with an internship in a company as part of education in the field.

Range from half-day weekly in high school to 2 years full-time programs spent learning a trade 

Learning period up to 5 years including on the job training (with pay) & coursework at night.

Natural or acquired skills or talents.

A chosen pursuit, profession or occupation.

A level of material comfort as measured by goods, services and luxuries.

Process of acquiring knowledge & developing skills.

A planned progression of jobs within one or more professions throughout one's working life.

A two year college that emphasizes career training can transfer to a four year college.

Entitlements available in accordance with a wage agreement, insurance policy or program.

In terms of a career,an effort one makes or a milestone one achieves in bettering one's career.

The average cost of life's basic necessities, such as shelter, food and clothing.

An inherent ability or talent.

Indicates a job accessible to a person who is inexperienced in a particular field.

Academic degree which usually takes 4 years to earn and is awarded by a college or university.