To develop the right skills, consider attending community colleges, certified job-training programs and apprenticeships. Visit One-Stop Career Centers to assess skills, explore career options and apply for apprenticeships and jobs. Centers are located nationwide and can provide information about trainings and opportunities for green-collar jobs. Search for them by location at the U.S. Dept. of Labor’s Career One Stop Web site
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