POST-SECONDARY OPTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES

What Do I Do After High School?It is important for students to get further education after high school. However, not every option fits the needs and talents of every student. - Military-Apprenticeships-Two Year College-Four Year College-On-the-Job Training

Branches of Military

Air Force: http://www.af.mil Army: http://www.army.mil Navy: http://www.navy.mil Coast Guard: http://www.uscg.mil Marines: http://www.marines.mil

Requirements

Age: 17 with parental permission or 18 without parental permission

Must pass physical screening High School Diploma or Accepted

Alternative Credential U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

**Requirements vary for those with a criminal record and for non-citizens.

Available Jobs

Administrative Support

Intelligence & Combat Support

Arts & Media Legal & Law

Enforcement Combat

Mechanics Computer Technology Medical & Emergency Construction &

Engineering Transportation &

Aviation

The military provides access to careers in almost every field, including (but not limited to):

Compensation

Health care is provided for full- and part-time military personnel. Tax benefits are also available.

Without a degree, a single person without medical training can expect to have an annual salary between $28,377 and $49, 741.

The military provides an opportunity to receive world-class training in technical fields that are in demand in the civilian sector.

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship Basics

A unique educational opportunity which includes:a combination of on-the-job training and related classroom instructionstudents/workers learning the practical and theoretical aspects of a highly skilled occupationsponsorship by joint employer and labor groups, individual employers, and/or employer associationspracticing and learning all levels of a particular trade in real-world applicationsthe opportunity to earn an income as they learn/work

Apprenticeship Requirements

Minimum age of 18 (birth certificate)United States Citizen Good physical condition to perform labor (may have to complete a physical)High School Diploma or GED (transcripts) – technical honors diploma encouragedPersonal InterviewWork Keys Aptitude Test3 – 5 year commitment (depending on the program)Pass a mandatory drug testValid drivers license Signing of apprenticeship agreement

Apprenticeship Preparation

High school students considering apprenticeship are encouraged to pursue coursework in math, science, English and curriculum emphasizing real-world problem solving.

Blueprint reading and mechanical drawing are helpful for building and construction trades.

Soft skill development including work ethic, personal management skills and team-work skills.

Apprenticeship Earnings and Outlook

Carpenters Median Pay $39,940per year / $19.20 per hour Employment of carpenters is projected to grow 24% from 2012-2022, faster than average for all

occupations. Job prospects should improve as construction activity rebounds from recent recession. Laborers

Median Pay $29,160 per year / $14.02 per hour Employment is projected to grow 25% from 2012-2022, faster than the average for all occupations.

Millwrights Median Pay $50, 030 per year / $24.05 per hour Employment is expected to increase 17% from 2012-2022. The need to keep increasingly sophisticated

machinery functioning and efficient will drive demand for these workers. Operating Engineers

Median Pay $40, 980 per year / $19.70 per hour Employment is expected to grow 19% from 2012-2022, faster than the average for all occupations.

Spending on infrastructure should generate many jobs for construction equipment operators. Painters

Median Pay $35, 190 per year / $16.92 per hour Employment is projected to grow 20% from 2012-2022, about as fast as the average for all

occupations. Overall job prospects should be good, and opportunities for indust. painters/coaters should be excellent

Plumbers/Pipefitters Median Pay $49, 140 per year / $23.62 per hour Employment is expected to grow 21% from 2012-2022, faster than the average for all occupations.

Stricter water efficiency standards and new building/power plant construction are projected to spur demand for workers.

Statistics from 2012

Apprenticeship Earnings and Outlook

Bricklayers Median Pay $44, 950 per year / $21.61 per hour Overall employment is projected to grow 34% from 2012-2022, much faster than the average for all

occupations Cement Masons

Median Pay $35, 830 per year / $17.23 per hour Overall employment is projected to grow 29% from 2012-2022, much faster than the average for all

occupations. Employment growth will vary by specialty. Electricians

Median Pay $49, 840 per year / $23.96 per hour Employment is projected to grow 20% from 2012-2022, faster than average for all occupations. Homes

and businesses require more wiring than ever before. Glaziers

Median Pay $37, 610 per year / $18.08 per hour Employment of glaziers is projected to grow 17% from 2012-2022, much faster than the average for all

occupations. Glaziers who have a wide range of skills should have the best job opportunities. Heat & Frost Insulators

Median Pay $35,940 per year / $17.28 per hour Employment is expected to grow 38% from 2012-2022, faster than the average for all occupations.

Demand will come from improvements made to increase energy efficiency and the building of power plants.

Ironworkers Median Pay $46, 140 per year / $22.18 per hour Employment is projected to grow 22% from 2012-2022, faster than the average for all occupations. Job

opportunities should be best in metropolitan areas, where most large construction projects take place.

Statistics from 2012

McKenzie Center for Innovation and Technology

Available to LC & LN students where they get to work with state-of-the art equipment and materials in labs and classrooms

Offers courses in over 14 different programs as well as English and Math

Courses can potentially be used for college credit or to gain workplace certification and credentials

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2 year colleges

Two-Year & Community College Educational establishments provide a two-year

program that either ends with an associate degree or is the equivalent of the freshman and sophomore years of a four-year undergraduate college

Two-year schools offer students the chance to start their careers sooner and with less (or no) debt. You can also use a two-year school as a launching point to start earning your bachelor’s degree.

Entrance Requirements: Some two year colleges don’t require high school

graduation Online or written application

Available Jobs

Jobs that typically require an Associates Degree: Administrative Assistant, Automotive Mechanic, Cardiovascular Technician, Commercial Artist, Computer Technician, Dental Hygienist, Drafter, Engineering Technician, Funeral Director, Graphic Designer, Heating, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician, Hotel or Restaurant Manager, Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Record Technician, Insurance Agent, Water and Wastewater Treatment, Plant Operator

Between 2008 and 2018: New jobs requiring some postsecondary education will grow by

79,000 Jobs for high school graduates and drop-outs will grow by only

16,000

Compensation

Average Annual Salary: No High School $25,892 High School $35,613 Associate’s Degree $43,185 Bachelor’s Degree $56,826Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2012)

4 year colleges

4 year Colleges

A four-year institution offers a bachelor's degree upon successful completion of established graduation requirements.

Ideally for those students who: Wish to pursue academic studies in an intellectual

environment beyond the high school level; Plan to pursue a career or employment opportunity that

requires college-level training and skill development; Want to increase their earning potential; Seek a higher quality of life for themselves and their families; Wish to meet new people, explore new interests, and

experience success in a college setting; and/or Desire the social and/or career status and mobility often

associated with a college education.

College Requirements

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Online or Hand-written application Completion of SAT or ACT Acceptance offer from college/university

Recommended Criteria Above average GPA (3.5+) Extracurricular activities Above average test scores (SAT/ACT) Rigorous course load (Honors Courses, AP, IB)

Compensation & Available Jobs Average Annual Salary:

No High School $25,892 High School $35,613 Associate’s Degree $43,185 Bachelor’s Degree $56,826Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2012)

Many positions require four year degrees. Examples include: Registered nurses, teachers, financial advisors, pilots, engineers, FBI Agent, and accountants, doctors

On The Job Training

On The Job Training

Summary Offers training for a new career for unemployed or while earning a

paycheck Provides benefits to employer as well; Indiana’s WorkOne will reimburse

employers up to 50% of new employee wages Oldest form of training that dates prior to apprenticeships, yet most

predominant and effective in current jobs Acquisition of skills within the work environment generally under typical

working conditions Usually includes both formal and informal training using verbal and

written instruction, demonstration and observation, and hands-on practice

Typically structured with one employee serving as a supervisor or experienced employee passing knowledge and skills onto a novice employee

Video clip describing an On The Job Training program

On The Job Training

What Can I Do With It? Generally unskilled work such as retail, food

service, some construction, and sales Some basic skills may be required even if

the job does not call for a specific degree How Much Can I Make?

Most jobs fall within $25,000-$35,000 per year

Workers with a high school diploma or higher degree may be qualified for higher wages even if their degree is in a different field than their job

On the Job Training

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts these occupations, which require only on-the-job training or work experience, will grow faster, through 2018, than all other occupations with similar requirements:

Home Health Aides, Home Care Aides, Physical Therapist Aides, Dental Assistants, Medical Assistants, Self-Enrichment Teachers, Compliance Officers, Occupational Therapist Aides, Pharmacy Technicians, and Medical Secretaries

Which choice is right for you?