Post-Secondary Options
What degree/program can be completed in two years and is where you specialize in a specific subject? This degree typically cannot be used to transfer to a higher degree
Technical degree or certificate program can be completed in two years and are where you specialize in a specific subject.
Brickmason, pipelayer, elevator repairman, sheet metal worker, landscaper
Construction/architecture
What is the amount of pay you receive during your first months or year of employment?
Starting salary
What is the name of an organization formed by workers who join together and use their strength to have a voice in their workplace.
Union
What test do most colleges require you take in order to apply?
SAT/ACT
What degree can be earned in about two years after high school and be used to transfer to a bachelor's degree later?
An Associate's Degree can be earned in about two years after high school and be used to transfer to a bachelor's degree later.
Bus driver, aircraft repairman, courier, flight attendant, air traffic controller
Transportation
What is minimum wage and how much is it in DC?
The lowest amount of money per hour and employer can legally pay you - $17.50 (July 1st)
What is the document that summarizes how your total earnings during a specific pay period were distributed.
Paystub
What is the term for a record of your high school grades?
Transcript
What is the term for a 4-year degree earned at a college or university?
Bachelor's Degree
Musician, floral designer, graphic designer, dancer, make up artist, photographer
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
What is the minimum wage for tipped employees in DC?
$10
What are the wages withheld from your total earnings for the purpose of paying taxes, garnishments and benefits, like health insurance
Deductions
What are things that may help a person qualify to receive a scholarship for college?
Financial need, grades, sports
This post secondary option requires you to make a commitment to serve while offering benefits like specialized training, travel, and money for college.
The military
Video game designer, database administrator, web page developer, software developer, computer systems analyst
Information Technology
Hours of work completed outside of normal working hours.
Overtime
The total amount of money earned minus the amount taken out from taxes and other deductions. Some people refer to it as “take-home pay
Net pay
Program that combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction to prepare workers for highly-skilled careers.
Apprenticeship
Embalmers, Barber, Spa manager, dress maker, massage therapist
Human services
What is the amount of money a person makes per year at his/her job?
Salary
The money you earn before any deductions and withholdings are taken out.