Training and Education for a Career
Dec 27, 2015
Training and Education for a Career
Every Occupation Requires Preparation Preparation for a job will depend on the job and
its duties Some jobs will require only high school
preparation Receptionist, Bank Teller
One or two years of college courses Dental Hygienist, Nursing Assistant
4 or more years to prepare Engineer, Teacher, Attorney, Doctor, Accountant
Postsecondary Education
Study after high school Receive a certificate or degree
Shows employers that you have the skills you need Benefits include:
Better thinking skills Able to do a wider variety of tasks on the job Get a promotion faster Receive higher pay Enjoy your job more
Average Annual Earnings
$54,500
$45,400
$33,000
$25,900
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In Millions
Types of Postsecondary Schools
Career College/ Technical SchoolPrivate postsecondary schoolOffers training for service occupationsMost take less than a year to completeThis is a “fast” option to starting a careerExamples are Cordon Bleu (career college),
Devry (Technical School), Art Institute
Types of Postsecondary Schools
Community CollegePublic postsecondary schoolOffers two-year program in many subjects
Associates Degree Certificates
Sometimes called junior college Phoenix College, South Mt. Community College
This is usually least expensive
Types of Postsecondary Schools
Four-year CollegeCan be public or private (private costs more)Bachelor’s degree
Arizona State University, University of Arizona,
Northern Arizona University, Grand Canyon University
Usually offers the widest variety of programs.
Types of Postsecondary Schools
Graduate SchoolsFurther education beyond a four year degree
Masters Degree (2 more years) Doctorate Degree (Another 2 years)
Required for many professions: Teachers, Doctors, Lawyers
Examples: Harvard Law School
Types of On-the-Job Training
Short, medium, long-term on-the-job-training Crossing guard (Short) Ambulance driver (Medium) Police Officer (Long)
Apprenticeships Internships Military training
Apprenticeship
Gain training and work experience while working for and with an expert worker
Can last two or more years Apprenticeship examples:
Plumbing Carpentry Painting Sheet metal
Internship
Short term job or work project Usually lasts a few months Usually for college students or recent graduates May not receive pay Develops job skills Internship examples:
Professional fields (doctor, lawyer, teacher), management, finance, and marketing
Military Training
U.S. armed services offer excellent training
Five branches of armed servicesArmyNavyMarinesAir ForceCoast Guard
Distance Education
The teacher and the student are not together in the classroom
Learn on your own Send assignments and tests to your teacher Learn by reading, listening to recordings, or
watching videos Often takes place on the Internet