The following phrases come from the Job Futures website. Using your own words, explain what they mean.

1. licensing is mandatory

You must provide a licence for employment requirement.

2. rate of wage growth is below average

The occupation outlook is not well, rate of wage growth is lower than the average.

3. employment outlook is fair

There are lots of opportunities to getting a job in a certain field.

4. earnings are close to national average

Earning are close to national average for all occupations.

5. work prospects will continue to be good

The chances of gaining employment will continue to be good.

6. retirement rate will likely be average

The retirement rate will probably be average.
7. the number of job seekers will likely match the number of job openings

The number of job seekers and the number of job openings may be matching.

On the Job Futures website, read the information about an occupation that interests you. 
Prepare a short presentation and present it to the class. The following questions can guide you.

1. What are the main duties in this occupation?

2. What are the educational requirements?

3. What are the work prospects (hourly wages, unemployment rates)?

4. What are some interesting facts about this occupation?