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Take care of children in daycare settings.

Childcare Workers attend to the needs of children. They perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and making sure children are safe.

Wages	$14.63 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Poor
Education & Training	High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Child Care Provider/Assistant Child Care and Support Services Management Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General Human Development and Family Studies, General
On the Job	Work Activities Assist individuals with special needs. Care for patients with mental illnesses. Develop daily schedules for children or families. Develop educational or training programs. Accompany individuals or groups to activities. Clean tools or equipment. Perform housekeeping duties. Monitor health or behavior of people or animals. Maintain client information or service records. Teach daily living skills or behaviors.
Career Pathways	Early Childhood Development and Services
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