Description of the Ohio Career Information System (OCIS) OCIS is a career information system. The data if current and accurate because it is updated through the internet on a regular basis. You can expect to find information about occupations as well as where to find more information via web links. OCIS is now run off of our web page so that you can do it from anywhere you have an internet connection. There is a section on occupations, another on education, and a third area about life experiences. If you would like to use one our computers call our office at 330-972-7082 to make an appointment. Click here if you want to run OCIS now.
| QUEST |
Answer 21 QUEST questions about your interests, abilities, and work preferences. QUEST will produce a list of occupations that match your answers. |
| Assessment List |
If you have already taken assessment tests (such as the Strong Interest Inventory or Self-Directed Search), let Link help you link the occupations found in the test with OCIS occupations. |
| Occupations |
The OCIS Occupations file contains in-depth descriptions of 344 occupations. You can scan segments of occupations descriptions, individual occupations, or clusters. |
| Military |
The Military file includes descriptions of occupations in the military, as well as general information about military employment and personnel policies. |
| Working for Yourself |
If you are thinking of running your own business, this file might help you with preliminary questions and concerns. |
| Job Search |
Job Search can help you with elements of job hunting such as finding potential employers, preparing a resume, and writing a cover letter. |
| Programs of Study and Training |
This file describes 123 programs of study and training, including apprenticeship programs. Each description includes, for example, course work, requirements, and program length. Each one also includes a list of schools, arranged by Ohio regions, that offer degrees or occupational certificates in the program area. |
| School Sort |
Answer seven questions about what kind of college you would like to attend, then School Sort will produce a list of colleges nationwide, or in a region you select, that meet your criteria. |
Schools
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Compare services and costs of up to three schools. The file includes accredited two- and four-year colleges, graduate schools, Ohio hospital school of nursing programs, Ohio proprietary schools, and Ohio adult practical nursing programs in vocational schools. |
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