TCTC
If I go to TCTC, I can no longer be a student at my typical school.
What is false. You always remain a student at your home school, too. You receive your diploma from your home school and attend commencement exercises.
The minimum qualifications to enlist in the military include: you must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien; at least 17 years old (17-year old applicants require parental consent); must (with very few exceptions) have a high school diploma; must pass a physical medical exam.
What is true.
More women than men attend college (2020).
What is true.
57% women
43% men
In an apprenticeship, you get paid to learn.
What is true. Apprenticeships are jobs - you get paid to learn throughout your apprenticeship with a guaranteed wage increase as you develop new skills.
On the job training occurs in the classroom before you enter the workforce.
What is false. On-the-job training is instruction for employees that takes place at work. This typically involves a combination of observing others and hands-on experience completing tasks under the supervision of a training manager, coworker or outsourced professional trainer.
Most programs at TCTC require a two-year commitment.
What is true. All programs, except Nail Technician and EMT Basic Senior Only Programs, require a two-year commitment, and are available to students entering their junior year of high school.
There are 4 branches of the military.
What is false. There are 5: army, navy, air force, marines, coast guard.
The average tuition per year at a community college is less than at a 4-year public/state college.
What is true.
Community college = $3,730/year
State college = $10,440/year
In an apprenticeship, you must only complete a work-based experience.
What is false. WORK-BASED LEARNING is where you receive structured on-the-job learning to prepare for a successful career. CLASSROOM LEARNING - Most apprenticeship opportunities include classroom instruction and often provide college credit for your experience while allowing you to avoid student debt.
There are different models of on the job training.
What is true. There are structured, unstructured, stand alone and blended models.
TCTC students spend their full school day in their chosen program of study.
What is false. TCTC students spend approximately one half of each day in their chosen program of study where they actively participate in hands-on, real world learning experiences. The remainder of the day is reserved for three academic subjects and one period for lunch.
The oldest enlistment age considered in any of the military branches if 39.
What is true. The air force has the oldest enlistment age (39). The other branches range from 27-35.
The majority of students who attend college do not receive financial aid.
What is false. 73% receive some type of aid (like scholarships, state aid); 62% get federal aid.
A mentorship is part of the apprenticeship experience.
What is true. MENTORSHIP help you gain workplace-relevant skills in the field of your choice through on-the-job learning and under the supervision of an experienced mentor.
The unstructured on the job training method may be sufficient for jobs that do not require many complex tasks or specialized skills.
What is true. Unstructured on the job training typically involves shadowing an experienced employee on the job for days or weeks. You might observe a single employee or a number of different coworkers in order to learn the skills you need for the job. It does not require time for planning, and you can easily customize the training based on your new role and your existing skills and knowledge.
Students who finish the program requirements at TCTC get a diploma from TCTC.
What is false. A diploma certifies that you have met the graduation requirements of your home school. The certificate of completion signifies that you have successfully completed two years of a career/technical program with at least a 90% attendance rate. The certificate of completion becomes part of your Career Passport which you will receive at an awards ceremony at the conclusion of the senior year.
You need a particular score at minimum on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude test to enlist in the military.
What is true. The score ranges from 31 (Army) to 40 (Coast Guard).
Most students who attend college work.
What is true. 62% of students enrolled full time in a community college work and 72% of students enrolled part time in a community college work.
Apprenticeship programs allow you to earn a nationally recognized credential within 6 months for each program.
What is false. Apprenticeships allow you to earn a portable, nationally-recognized credential within your industry. The length of an apprenticeship program can vary depending on the employer, complexity of the occupation, industry, and type of program.
Unstructured on the job training takes more time to set up and complete than structured on the job training.
What is false. With a structured program, the employer has a plan for how a new employee progresses through various training steps. This plan often includes a checklist of tasks, details about who will supervise each task and a list of the desired goals of the training. Some on-the-job training programs also include a designated training supervisor or a contract the employee must sign to fulfill their training.
Although structured on-the-job training programs take more time and effort to set up, they are usually more effective at ensuring that you are properly prepared for your new role. There is also more accountability on behalf of both you and your trainers.
Students cannot be accepted at TCTC if they are credit-deficient (2 or more credits).
What is true. Since there are limited opportunities to make up credits once a student is at the TCTC, they do not accept students who are more than two credits deficient.
Boot camp must be completed after enlistment.
What is true. Depending on the branch, this lasts anywhere from 8 (Coast Guard) to 13 weeks (Marines).
The median salary for someone with an Associate's Degree is higher than someone with a High School Diploma alone.
What is true. The median salaries are as follows:
Less than a HS diploma: $31,315
High school: $40,510
Associates Degree: $50,079
Bachelors Degree: $65,374
https://www.aacc.nche.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/AACC_Fast_Facts_2020_Final.pdf
The average salary of someone who completes an apprenticeship is $45,000.
What is false. 94% of apprentices who complete an apprenticeship program retain employment, with an average annual salary of $70,000.
The standalone model is best for roles that are not particularly complicated or if you already have experience in your position.
What is true. Blended learning training combines on the job training with other forms of instruction. For example, a new employee might spend part of their training period shadowing and getting hands-on experience in the workplace. They might spend the other part of their training period going over written materials, watching videos, attending an industry training event or participating in classroom instruction or online courses.