1. 3.03 Nontraditional Careers

2. What's on a Career Profile?
Personal Information
Values
Interest
Personality traits
Data, People, Things preference
Skills and aptitudes
Education/training goals
Career Information
Career values
Career duties and responsibilities
Personality type needed
Data, People, Things characteristics
Skills and aptitudes required
Education/training required

3. Non Traditional Careers
Non-traditional careers : Any occupation in which either men or women make up 25% or less of total employment in a specific career.
to access a list of non-traditional careers for the 16 clusters.
Visit the Department of Labor to access a list of non-traditional careers for women.

4. Non-traditional Careers
MALES
Nurse
Bank Teller
Flight attendant
Makeup artist
Day care worker
FEMALES
Truck driver
Auto Mechanic
Plumber
President
Janitor

5. The Facts
Both men and women will spend at least years in the workforce.
Women who pursue male-dominated careers earn percent more than those who hold jobs traditionally held by men.
Most women are not able to be full-time homemakers.
There is increased jb satisfaction when an individual does what they like rather than what is traditional.

6. Myths/Stereotypes of men in non-traditional careers
Men who work in non-traditional careers are not masculine.
Men who work in nontraditional careers aren’t skilled or strong enough to be employed in traditional careers.
Men are not nurturing enough to work with small children or as caregivers
Men in nontraditional careers earn less money then men employed in traditional careers
The Facts
Men working in nontraditional careers come in all sizes, shapes and types. They are just as manly as any other man.
Men choose nontraditional careers because of their interest, skills, abilities.
Men are caring fathers, grandfather, brothers, teachers, nurses and other professional caregivers.
They also provide excellent role models for young children and help erase many of the negative stereotypes about men.
Men in nontraditional careers, especially those who own their own business or work as a supervisor, can earn more money than men employed in traditional careers.

7. Myths/Stereotypes of women in non-traditional careers
Working in trade jobs can be dirty and women don’t like to get messy
Women who work in non-traditional careers are not feminine.
Women in clerical jobs dress so well that surely they make more money than trade workers.
Women are not strong enough to perform in trade or construction jobs.
The Facts
Women traditionally do “dirty” jobs such as changing diapers and housecleaning.
Just because a woman dresses rugged and gets dirty does not mean they are not feminine.
On an average a receptionist makes about $128 less than an electrician on entry-level weekly salaries.
The average woman is strong enough to work as a skilled worker because technology and tools have made jobs easier for both men and women
Secondly women can build strength while on these jobs.

8. Advantages of Nontraditional Careers
Intrinsic motivation of following dreams
Empowerment/autonomy
Receive more attention on the job
Makes an impact on society; opens the door to others
Higher wages
Job satisfaction
Opportunities to learn while you earn (Apprenticeships)
Acquire transferable skills
Better benefits
Job security
Better work environment
Advancement potential
Broader Job opportunities

9. Disadvantages of Nontraditional Careers
Hazardous workplaces
Discrimination/Harassment
Sense of isolation
Physical requirements
Lack of mentors
Non-supportive friends and family
Shift work vs. traditional schedule
Seasonal lay-offs
Potential for physical and mental challenges

10. Barriers to Pursuing non traditional jobs
Social or cultural expectations
Unsupportive attitudes of family, friends, teachers, classmates or coworkers (harassment or isolation)
Lack of equity in education (Traditional courses are typically selected.)
Limited prior experience
Workplace/school discrimination
Lack of acceptance
Not getting proper training
Isolation on the work-site
Limited access to support services
Women assigned menial tasks in work/lab environment
Sexual harassment

11. What does this mean?
Males or females entering the workforce should be able to choose an occupation without fear of harrassment
Having a spouse who can support the family alone if circumstances require it
Encourage males and females to take nontraditional classes in school
Encourage female enrollment in math and science
Accept classmates and coworkers because of their ability and not judge them by their gender

12. Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment - Any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature
Types of sexual harassment
Quid pro quo harassment
Hostile environment harassment
Recognizing sexual harassment
Is the behavior sexual in nature?
Do other individuals view the behavior as sexual in nature?
Is the behavior unwelcome?
Is the behavior offensive?
Does the behavior interfere with work?
Does the harasser understand that the behavior is unwelcome?

13. Discouraging sexual harassment
KNOW THE LAW and your company’s policy on sexual harassment!
Be businesslike in dress, language and behavior at all times.
Make the harasser know that you want the behavior stopped!

14. Taking action against sexual harassment
Tell the harasser to STOP!
Keep detailed written records of any unwelcome behavior.
Report the offense to your supervisor unless your supervisor is the harasser. If your supervisor is the harasser, report the incident to his/her supervisor!

15. Overcoming Barriers = Too Much Stress
Some may say overcoming these barriers maybe too stressful and we should just give up and work traditional jobs.
What do you think???

16. Terms Sexual Harassment- Any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature
Working conditions- refers to the working environment and to the non-pay aspects of an employee’s terms and conditions of employment
Salary- fixed compensation paid regularly for services