post-secondary planning or: “what the heck am i going to do now!?!?”
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Post-secondary planning or: “What the HECK am I going to do NOW!?!?”. Vidalia High School Senior Guidance. The fact is. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Post-secondary planning
or: “What the HECK am I going to do NOW!?!?”
Vidalia High School Senior Guidance
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The fact is...• By 2010, more than 42
percent of job growth in the economy will require a vocational certificate, associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or higher. -Bureau of Labor Statistics
…postsecondary education is
important!
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The fact is...Eight of the ten fastest growing jobs from 2000 to 2010 require some form of postsecondary education, and this trend will continue. -Bureau of Labor Statistics
…postsecondary education is important!
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The fact is…
21 of the 30 fastest growing jobs in the United States require some type of post-high school education.-U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. 2004.
…postsecondary education is important!
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Did You Know?People who do not participate in post-high school training are three times more likely to be unemployed than people who have some post-high school training.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. 2004.
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Career Exploration
3 steps to Career Planning
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Who Am I?
Discover your interests, aptitudes and the things that are important to you and identify a career or career field in which you would like to work.
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Know who you are
• Think• Write • Ask • Surf
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Where Am I Going?
Discover your numerous options in the world of work and the relationship work has with education.
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Career Exploration• GCIS: www.gcic.peachnet.edu (gcis530)• GAcollege411.org
• Ask
• Explore• Department of Labor: www.dol.state.ga.us
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Examples of Careers that Require Formal On the Job Training
• Flight Attendants• Bank Tellers• Emergency Dispatchers• Mail Carriers• Warehouse and factory
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Examples of Careers Requiring Diploma/Certificate Training
• Pharmacy Technicians• Practical Nurses• Welders• Computer Repairers• Cosmetologists• Medical Assistants
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Examples of Careers Requiring an Associate Degree
• Office Managers• Dental Hygienists• Respiratory Therapists• Radiologic Technicians• Interior Designers• Forensic Science Technicians• Medical Assistants
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Examples of Careers Requiring a Bachelor’s Degree
• Management• Computer Information Systems• Graphic Designers• Social Workers• Teachers• Financial Counselors• General Business
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Examples of Careers Requiring Training Beyond a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s, Doctorate)
• Architects• Lawyers• Physicians• University Professors• Psychologists• School Administrators• Dentists
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How Am I Going To Get There?
Formulate a plan of action to reach your career goal.
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Traditional Options after High School
• College (2 years, 4 years and beyond)
• Technical College• Work• Military• Apprentice Programs• Proprietary schools
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Options for Post-High School Training
On the Job Training• Some careers require completion of a
formal, on the job training program. • You may have to pass an aptitude test, then
receive formal training provided by an employer.
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Options for Post-High School Training
Military Training• The military trains people in 140
occupations. • Many military occupations involve skills
that can be useful in civilian jobs. • Service members receive basic pay,
allowances and benefits, include tuition assistance at colleges and universities.
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Options for Post-High School Training
Technical Certificate/Diploma Training• Some programs at technical colleges
offer six-month to one and a half-year training that provides a certificate or diploma of completion to show that you are certified to do specialized work.
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Options for Post-High School Training
Associate Degree Training• You can get a transfer degree at a two-year
college which will transfer to a four-year college or university; OR
• You can get a two-year associate degree that prepares you for a specific career at a technical college.
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Options for Post-High School Training
Bachelor’s Degree Programs• Four-year degree programs are available
through state and private colleges and universities.
• Have a plan for what you want to study in college in order to increase the chances that this degree will be completed successfully.
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What level of education do you need to reach your career goal?
Options after high school …educational exploration
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How do I get where I want to go?
Make a dream, a goal. Formulate a plan of action to reach your goal. Set a timeline.
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Writing a Goal
Who: IWhat: will apply/be enrolled/have housing/DO (at
such and such a place)When: by August 1, 2010How measured: because I will be attending class,
living there, etc. How I KNOW I have accomplished my goal.
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College Planning
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Did You Know?• Freshmen who enter college without a
career goal or academic major in mind have higher college dropout rates.
• If you have a solid plan for life after high school, your chances for success in college increase.
Source: Higher Earning=Higher Learning, Center on Education Policy, 2001.
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Where Do I Find information on colleges?
• www.GAcollege411.org
• Visit a variety of schools (check the Admissions page
on their website to find Open House dates)
• Visit individual college websites on the Internet
• PROBE Fair—Monday Sept. 28
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What’s the difference between colleges?
• University of Georgia (Research)• Georgia Southern University (Regional)• Armstrong Atlantic State University (Senior)• Fort Valley State University (HBCU) • Brewton-Parker College (Private)• East Georgia College (Two-year)• Southeastern Technical College (Technical)
NOTE: Board of Regents requirements for admissions to the state institutions vary by institutional level (www.GAcollege411.org)
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Factors to ConsiderSchool size and class sizes
• At large universities, you may be in some classes that range from 25 to 100 students and beyond and distances between classes can be great.
• At small colleges (and two-year colleges) classes usually range from five to 50 students and distances are shorter.
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Factors to Consider
LocationIs the college located in a rural
community, small town, or a city? This can be an important consideration
when it comes to housing, transportation and access to off-campus activities.
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Admissions to Georgia Public
Colleges/Universities• H.S. Diploma• Curriculum• Minimum SAT/ACT scores• GPA requirements
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Federal and State Financial Aid Programs
Grants provide financial assistance that does not have to be repaid. Examples of Federal and state grants include:• HOPE• Pell Grant• Supplemental Educational Opportunity
Grant
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Federal and State Financial Aid Programs
Loans financed by the federal government are guaranteed and are designed to give you flexible repayment options. Examples include:• Federal Family Education Loan• William D. Ford Direct Student Loan• Perkins Loan
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Federal Financial Aid Programs
Work-Study provides part-time jobs to students, either on or off their college campus.
ROTC pays students and pays for their college. Students have a service requirement after college.
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Private Scholarships and Grants
• Organizations, foundations, businesses and other groups offer scholarships to academically promising students based on different factors (often SAT scores).
• Investigate possibilities by talking to the financial aid office at the college you wish to attend, and applying for local scholarships.
• VHS Financial Aid Workshop—Jan. 25
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College Based Financial Aid
Nearly 19 percent of available aid comes from colleges. Contact the financial aid office of the college you wish to attend for more information.
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Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance
and increases your chances for
SUCCESS!