Career
What is a resume?
It is a document created and used by a person to present their background, skills, and accomplishments. Résumés can be used for a variety of reasons, but most often they are used to secure new employment
What is the difference between a 2-year college and a 4-year college?
A 2-year college is a community college where you earn a Associate's Degree(60 credits) while 4-year college is a senior college where you earn a Bachelor's Degree(120 credits)
What is the difference between grants and loans?
A grant is a form of gift aid; it doesn't have to be repaid as long as you meet its requirements while a loan is money that you borrow to help pay for school with the expectation that you will pay it back in the future.
Name at least 3 requirements for college admission?
A high school diploma, college application, college essay, high school transcript, ACT/SAT score, recommendations and etc
How often are WIOA workshops held?
Twice a week; every Monday and Tuesday.
What is an internship?
It is when you work in an organization, sometimes without pay, in order to gain work experience or satisfy requirements for a qualification.
Who should you go to on campus if you need any academic support?
My college advisor; that person is usually in the professional position I am aspiring towards or has expertise in what is needed for my career goal.
When will the FAFSA application be open for you if you're going to college Fall '24?
October 1st, 2023
When a senior, who is the main person at AMHS I should go to if have any questions about my high school transcript and college admissions?
Ms. Cochy; college counselor.
How do you ensure you earn your full stipend when in the program?
By attending every workshop and participating in every activity.
What is the difference between a job and a career?
A job is a post of employment but a career is made up of the combination of roles, experiences, education and pathways you take to achieve your goals. One might say you need college degree or trade for career while for a job you don't.
What is the definition of a major?
A specific area of study in which a student chooses to specialize.
Name at least two things that determines your financial aid eligibility?
How early you apply, your parent/guardian tax information, your enrollment status and the cost of attendance at the school you are attending.
What does a general college essay consist of?
A personal essay that tells an engaging story in 700 words or fewer. It is comparable to memoir or creative nonfiction writing, which relate the author's personal experiences. The college essay is fundamentally personal and creative.
When in WIOA, what happens after you graduate high school ?
You will be a follow-up for a year after high school. Any support you might need, WIOA staff can help you such as help in college or your career.
What are skills and list at least three?
A skill is the learned ability to act with determined results with good execution often within a given amount of time, energy, or both.
What does CUNY and SUNY stands for?
CUNY is the City University of New York while SUNY is State University of New York.
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application For Federal Student Aid
What is a letter of recommendation?
A letter of recommendation for college admission is a short document typically written by a teacher, counselor, or mentor highlighting your strengths and potential contributions to a school.
What does WIOA stand for?
Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act
How do I choose my career; what I want to do in life?
What is a prerequisite?
A course or other requirement that a student must have taken prior to enrolling in a specific course or program.
What are some costs financial aid could cover?
Tuition and fees, housing and food, books and supplies, and transportation.
How much credits I need to graduate high school and how much credits is one college class usually?
I need 44 credits to graduate high school and a typical college credit is 3.
Name at least 3 services WIOA has to offer?
Financial literacy, Work Readiness, Internship, Service Learning