Education and Training
Learning that helps you gain knowledge and skills.
Education
A specific type of job or work.
Occupation
Usually: About 4 years
Students may earn: a bachelor's degree
Examples: Teacher, Engineer, Business professional, Scientist
Four-Year College/University
The amount of money a person earns from a job, usually shown as an amount per year.
Salary
A person who works for an employer.
Employee
A route or plan that can help you reach a career goal.
A Pathway
A type of work someone does over time.
Career
Usually: About 2 years
Students may earn: an associate degree or a certificate
Can also: Transfer to a four-year college
Community/ 2 Year college
The days and times you are expected to work.
Schedule
A credential that shows you completed a specific training program.
Certificate
A college degree that usually takes about four years.
Bachelor's Degree
A person or company that hires workers.
Employer
Examples: Electrician, Welder, Automotive technician, HVAC technician, Cosmetologist, Medical assistant
Technical/Trade School
The education, classes, practice, or experience needed to prepare for a career.
Training
An official document and school-leaving qualification awarded to a student who successfully completes secondary education.
High School Diploma
A program where you learn a job through classroom instruction and paid work experience.
Apprenticeship
What the workplace is like and where/how someone works.
Work Environment
Learn by: Working + classroom instruction
Important: Apprentices are often paid while learning.
Examples: Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter, Construction, Manufacturing
Apprenticeship
Information that is accurate, trustworthy, and comes from a source you can believe.
Reliable information
A college degree that usually takes about two years.
Associate Degree
Learning how to do a job while working.
On-the-Job Training
The tasks a worker is expected to complete.
Job Duties
Examples: Technology, Mechanics, Healthcare, Transportation, Administration
Important: This is a serious commitment with requirements and responsibilities.
Military Training
Information about how many jobs are expected to be available in the future.
Job Outlook
Finding information about a job so you can understand what the job is really like.
Career Research