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Complete GED!Graduate!

Then What?

OPTIONS TO CONSIDER

• Technical Centers• Community Colleges• Apprenticeship Programs• Military • Employment

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WHY YOU MIGHT WANT MORE TRAINING AFTER EARNING YOUR GED….

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Students who have at least some postsecondary education earn about $473,000 more over their lifetime compared to their less educated peers.

TECHNICAL CENTERS

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Hillsborough County Public Schools has five postsecondary Technical Centers that offer a broad array of career training at reasonable prices.

TECHNICAL CENTERSCHECK OUT THEIR PROGRAMS!

Aparicio-Levy Technical Center

Brewster Technical Center

Erwin Technical Center

Learey Technical Center

Tampa Bay Technical Evening

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APARICIO-LEVY ADULT TECHNICAL CENTER10119 E. ELLICOTT STREET, TAMPA 33610

(JUST EAST OF FAULKENBURG ROAD)

This beautiful campus offers a variety of programs from A+ Certification to Phlebotomy. Visit their website for a complete listing of programs.

http://goaltc.com/

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BREWSTER TECHNICAL CENTER2222 N. TAMPA STREET, TAMPA 33602 (JUST NORTH OF DOWNTOWN TAMPA)

Brewster is a state-of-the-art technical training center offering programs from Automotive Technology to Practical Nursing.

Visit their website for a complete listing of programs.

www.Brewster.edu

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ERWIN TECHNICAL CENTER 2010 E. HILLSBOROUGH AVE. TAMPA 33610 (CORNER OF HILLSBOROUGH AVE. AND 22ND STREET)

Erwin offers an extensive list of technical programs from Medical Billing and Coding to Welding. Visit Erwin’s website for a complete list of program offerings.

www.Erwin.edu

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LEAREY TECHNICAL CENTER5410 NORTH 20TH STREET, TAMPA 33610 (NEXT TO ERWIN TECH.)

Learey provides a wide range of vocational and technical training from apprenticeship programs to an EMT program. Visit their website for additional information.

http://learey.mysdhc.org/

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TAMPA BAY TECHNICAL EVENING SCHOOL 6410 ORIENT ROAD TAMPA 33610 (EAST OF HARNEY RD.)

Tampa Bay Tech. offers a variety of programs such as Plumbing and Cosmetology. For a complete list of programs, visit their website.

http://tbt.mysdhc.org/Evening/

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COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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With flexible learning opportunities and a variety of courses and degree options, Hillsborough Community College (HCC) is a great choice for students who want a well-rounded experience.

HILLSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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• Brandon

Campus

• Dale Mabry

Campus

• Plant City

Campus

• South Shore

Campus

• Ybor Campus

HCC has 5 campuses offering a variety of programs. Students can earn an AA, AS or an AAS degree. HCC also offers a number of Workforce Training Certificates.

Visit www.HCCFL.EDU for more information.

BRANDON CAMPUS 10414 E. COLUMBUS DR., TAMPA 33619

This campus offers classes needed to earn an AA degree. Students can also earn an AS degree in programs ranging from Aquaculture to Engineering Technology.

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www.hccfl.edu/br.aspx

DALE MABRY CAMPUS 4001 W. TAMPA BAY BLVD., TAMPA 33614

HCC’s largest campus offers a wide range of AA, AS, AAS degrees, apprenticeships and college credit certificate programs. Student housing is located on this campus and offers furnished apartments.

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www.hccfl.edu/dm.aspx

PLANT CITY CAMPUS1206 NORTH PARK ROAD, PLANT CITY 33563

This campus offers university transfer and career/technical courses, including Veterinary Technology, Nursing, Construction Management Technology, Environmental Science and Agriculture.

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www.hccfl.edu/pc.aspx

SOUTHSHORE CAMPUS 551 24TH STREET NE, RUSKIN 33570

Southshore offers AA and AS degrees (including Registered Nursing) and EMT certification.

Through it’s University Partnership Center, Southshore offers a Bachelors Degree in either Business, Elementary Education or Social Work.

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www.hccfl.edu/southshore.aspx

YBOR CAMPUS 2112 N. 15TH STREET, TAMPA 33605This campus specializes in programs such as Child Care, Business Management, Computer Programming, Office Education, Fire Science, Art, Drama, Music, Paralegal and Criminal Justice.

Ybor Campus offers an Auto Body Collision Repair Program and is also the home of the Criminal Justice Institute and Fire Academy.

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www.hccfl.edu/yc.aspx

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APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS

Get Paid A Salary While You Learn!

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS

Depending on the program, apprenticeships can provide:

• On the Job Training (earn pay while you learn)

• Training for high wage/high demand careers

• Classroom instruction

• Industry Certification

• Credits toward an AAS degree for students enrolled in degree-seeking programs

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• Child Care Development Specialist

• Electrician

• Iron Workers

• Millwrights

• Plumbing Technology

• Sheet Metal Fabrication

• Trowel Trades

• Carpenter

• Commercial and Industrial Insulation

• Heavy Truck and Bus Mechanic

• Diesel Technology

• Heavy Equipment Mechanic

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APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS OFFERED AT LEAREY TECHNICAL CENTER:

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CONTACT LEAREY TECHNICAL CENTER TO LEARN MORE

To learn more about the apprenticeship programs at Learey Technical Center,

call (813) 769-2123 and ask to speak with the apprenticeship coordinator for the specific program of interest

or you can research your areas of interest at: http://learey.mysdhc.org/

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS OFFERED THROUGH HCC:

Associated Builders and Contractors – ABC

Programs cover the fields of carpentry, fire sprinkler fitter, sheet metal, plumbing, and heating-ventilation-air conditioning.

For additional information, contact the program manager at (813) 879-8064.

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APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS OFFERED THROUGH HCC:

Independent Electrical Contractors - IEC

Careers in the electrical construction industry include construction electricians, service technicians, utility electricians, and telecommunication technicians.

For additional information, contact the program manager at (727) 499-0727.

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APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS OFFERED THROUGH HCC:

United Association – UA

Of Plumbers, Pipefitters and HVAC

Become a skilled worker in plumbing, pipefitting, or heating-ventilation-air conditioning.

For additional information, call (813) 754-4065.

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APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS OFFERED THROUGH HCC:

United Association – UA

Of Sprinkler Fitters

Become a technician skilled at designing, maintaining, and updating sprinkler and fire protection systems.

For additional information, call (904) 260-1312.

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THE MILITARY FORCES

Support Your Country And Learn Career Skills

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Please check with your recruiter to verify current entrance requirements.

IT’S

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THREE STEPS TO YOUR MILITARY GOAL

1. Select a branch Army Marines Navy Air Force Coast Guard

2. Learn the requirements Age Requirements Physical Requirements Educational Requirements Citizenship Requirements

3. Contact a recruiter

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GET THE FACTS…

• Contact a recruiter for the most up-to-date information.

• Take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude

Battery)

• Explore this website (www.todaysmilitary.com) for

information and links to each military branch, career

opportunities, benefits and ASVAB facts and sample

questions.

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GET THE FACTS ON EACH BRANCH…

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www.goarmy.com

www.navy.com

www.airforce.com

www.uscg.mil

www.marines.com

www.nationalguard.com

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“The best preparation for good work tomorrow is to do good work today.”

Elbert Hubbard

EMPLOYMENT

ARE YOU READY TO WORK?

Here are a few helpful employment websites:

http://www.workforcetampa.com/

http://www.employflorida.com

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DO YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION?

Explore the following websites for information regarding career planning, skills and interests, employability skills, resume writing, interviewing, salaries, and the current job market and trends.

www.florida.access.bridges.com

www.onetcenter.org

www.mynextmove.org

www.mappingyourfuture.org

www.careeronestop.org

www.bls.gov/oco/

http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator

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DO YOU NEED INFORMATION ON FINANCIAL AID?

Explore the following websites for information regarding Financial Aid Options.

www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org

www.studentaid.ed.gov

www.fafsa.ed.gov

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BEFORE YO

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This presentation was developed by the Hillsborough County Public Schools Adult Career Pathways Team.

Deborah Sohrabi-District Resource Teacher/Transition

Loretta Libhart-Guidance Counselor/Adult Education

Victoria Ellis-Guidance Counselor/Adult Education

813-740-7750

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