Universities
How many years do you attend a university?
4-8 years depending on your degree
How many years do you attend a community college typically?
2 years
How long do you attend a trade school?
2-4 years
What is an apprenticeship
Apprenticeships are training programs which let you ‘earn while you learn
what education is required to become a helicopter pilot
Helicopter pilots do not need to have a college degree to fly helicopters as a hobby, but those choosing a career as a pilot do need at least some post-secondary schooling. Most employers require pilots to have at least an associate's degree, with many preferring pilots to have a bachelor's degree.
What types of degrees can you get from a university?
1. Bachelors
2. Masters
3. Doctorate
What type of degree can you obtain from a community college
Associates
Can you get financial aid to attend a trade school?
Yes, you can apply for scholarships and get FAFSA money to attend a trade school
As an apprentice, would you be an employee or a student?
You would be first and foremost an employee, spending around 80% of your time with your employer. You would be learning on the job as well as potentially taking additional classes
What degree is required to become a registered nurse?
Students must graduate from an accredited RN program. You can pursue an associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
Can you get a bachelors and/or masters at a university taking all on line classes?
Yes, there are some colleges that offer full online classes in order to get your bachelors and/or masters
Do very many students attend community colleges?
More than 40 percent of U.S. undergraduate students attend community colleges. Students who are 18 to 24 years old make up the largest age group
What are some benefits of trade school vs university?
1. Cost less, average trade school is $33,000 while average university is $127,000
2. Many times less time in school
3. Trade schools teach skills directly related to a specific job
What are some benefits of apprenticeships vs college route
1.you earn money while you learn
2. more hands on learning/work
what education is required for psychologist
A graduate degree
1. Earn a bachelors
2. Complete graduate studies
3. Complete internship, residency, or practicum
4. become licensed
What are some benefits of attending a university?
1. tremendous breadth and depth of degree programs available
2. long term earning potential
3. increased community engagement
What are some careers/jobs you can get with a degree from a community college?
The most popular majors for community college graduates include liberal arts, health professions and business.
Some common jobs for people with a community college education include registered nurses, managers, accountants, police officers, electricians and diagnostic-related technologists
What are some requirements to get into a trade school?
1. high school diploma or GED
2. Application
3. Admissions Test
4. Sometimes work experience
Does an apprenticeship allow you to progress in your career?
Yes, the journey doesn’t end once you’ve completed your apprenticeship
A study shows that 33% of employers have seen apprentices reach management position within their company and over 50% of employers said it took five years or less for an apprentice to reach such a position
what education is required for fireman
Applicants for firefighting jobs are usually required to have at least a high school diploma, but candidates with some education after high school are increasingly preferred. Most municipal jobs require passing written and physical tests.
What is the difference between a undergraduate and a graduate degree?
Undergraduate programs follow high school and lead to an associate (two-year) degree or a bachelor (four-year) degree. Graduate programs follow a bachelor’s degree and lead to a master’s or doctoral degree.
What are some benefits of attending a community college?
1. save money over a university
2. can prepare you to transfer to a university
3. can enter the workforce sooner
4. flexible schedule to be able to work at the same time
What are some areas of study you can do at a trade school?
culinary, manufacturing, automotive, nursing aide, lab tech, beautician, commercial truck driver, plumber, welder, carpentry, fireman, computer technology, dental assistant and much more
How long are apprenticeship programs
Most are typically 2-5 years
what education is required to become a sports medicine trainer
To become an athletic trainer who works in sports medicine, students need to earn a minimum of a bachelor's degree. Any prospective program needs to be accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).