Preparing for After HS
Who can get post-secondary education?
Anyone with a High School Diploma or GED
What program would you go to if you wanted to become a teacher?
a. Community College
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
2 years
What program could you take if you wanted to become a CNA (certified nursing assistant)?
a. Certification Program
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
a. Certification Program
You have to apply to programs
What do you call the education you can receive after high school?
Post-Secondary education
What program would you go to if you wanted to become a tattoo artisit?
a. Community College
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
c. Apprenticeship
How many years does it take to earn a bachelors degree/ go to a university?
4 years
What program would you go to if you wanted to become a physical therapist?
a. Certification Program
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
b. University (and then graduate school)
What is something you can do to help you financially in post-secondary education?
What is one benefit of attending post-secondary education?
New experiences, people or places; explore interests, passions or career options; make more money; better job security and satisfaction; better health and happiness.
What program would you go to if you wanted to become an HVAC/air condition repairer?
a. Community College
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
d. Vocational/Technical school
How long do most certificate programs typically last?
a few months (3-6 months) up to 2 years
What program would you go to if you wanted to become a hair stylist?
a. Certification Program
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
d. Vocational/Technical school
Who can help you prepare for college?
Teachers, counselors, parents, mentors, siblings, friends, and CWS instructors
What is something you can do now to get ready for post-secondary education?
Do well in school; take the right classes; get organized; prepare for college admission tests; get involved; spend time with good people; make good choices; explore college/career options; learn about paying for college.
What program would you go to if you wanted to become an EMT (emergency services worker)?
a. Community College
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
a. Community College
How long do most apprenticeship programs last?
Typically 2-4 years
What program would you go to if you wanted to learn basic cyber security?
a. Certification Program
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
a. Certification Program
When doing an apprenticeship, what are the two parts of it?
2. Getting on the job experience
Name 2 types of post-secondary education
College/University, apprenticeships, vocational/technical/tech school, certificate programs, military
What program would you go to if you wanted to become a welder?
a. Community College
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
c. Apprenticeship
How long is a typical military deployment?
Between 6-15 months depending on the branch
What program would you go to if you wanted to become a lawyer?
a. Community College
b. University
c. Apprenticeship
d. Vocational/Technical school
b. University (and graduate school)
What is one way you can start learning more about post-secondary options now?
Research online
Go to college fairs
Ask teachers/parents/mentors
Visit colleges