Types of Education/Training Options
Career Vocabulary
Career Types
Soft Skills
Mystery Questions
100

How long does it normally take to get a Bachelor's degree?

Four years (or more!)

100

There are many different ways of finding out about a job. Name one way.

Help wanted ads, job service office, word of mouth.

100

In this career, you would be responsible for the well being of animals?

Vet Tech/ Working with animals

100

What is it called when you work together to accomplish a goal?

Team Work 

100

At Marlboro County High School (MCHS) who do you go to plan your academic pathway?

The School Counselors  

200

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy are branches of the what?

Military  

200

An ad says you must be 21 years of age to work, and you are only 18 should you apply?

No, companies have strict guidelines, so you should keep searching for a job that fits your qualifications.

200

In this career, you would delivery of justice to those who have committed crimes. 

Criminal justice

200

Eye contact, verbal, non-verbal, tone, writing are all type of what?

Communication 

200

What does CTE or CATE stand for in reference to your classes?

Career and Technical courses  

300

These institutions offer specialized programs that prepare students for a specific trade or industry. Career colleges are worth considering if you are focused on a specific field or have already identified your ideal careers, such as being a chef or an auto mechanic. Be sure to check that the college is accredited and which classes and credits will transfer to public colleges and universities in case you decide to go on to earn an undergraduate or graduate degree later.

CAREER COLLEGES AND VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL SCHOOLS

300

What does the word qualification mean?

Qualification means to fit the needs for a particular position or task.

300

In this career, you would complete preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters. 

Auto mechanic 

300

The ability to use your knowledge to find answers to pressing problems and formulate workable solutions will demonstrate that you can handle – and excel in – your job.

Problem Solving Skills. 

300

When applying for a job list all the typical things you will need to submit for a complete application (list everything)

Application, Resume, Cover Letter*

400

Also known as junior colleges, these institutions offer two-year programs that will earn you an associate’s or liberal arts degree, and the curriculum often includes specialized career training and certification.


COMMUNITY COLLEGES

400

Where are help wanted ads usually found?

Online, newspapers, signs in store, networking 

400

In this career, you would design attractive and functional public parks, gardens, playgrounds, residential areas, college campuses, and public spaces.

Landscaping Arcitech 

400

When going to your job and wearing appropriate uniform/clothing, on time and respectful, this is called?

Professionalism 

400

Who is a major employer in Marlboro County, SC

AGAPE COMMUNITY HOSPICE OF THE
C&M FOODS INC
CARESOUTH CAROLINA INC
CITY OF BENNETTSVILLE
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
DOMTAR PAPER COMPANY LLC
DUNDEE MANOR LLC
HOFF COMPANIES INC
INDUSTRIAL PERFORMANCE PARTNERS INC
J L ANDERSON COMPANY INC
MARLBORO COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
MARLBORO COUNTY COUNCIL
MARLEY ENGINEERED PRODUCTS LLC
MOHAWK ESV INC
PRIORITY ONE HOME HEALTHCARE INC
SC DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
SERVICE TRANSPORATION INC
THE MEGA FORCE STAFFING GROUP INC
UNAKA COMPANY INC
WAL-MART ASSOCIATES IN

500

A form of job training in which a sponsor, such as an employer, pays a trainee to learn and work in a particular occupation and involve different types of hands-on learning.

Apprenticeships

500

Fill in the blank. A high school __________ is required for many jobs?

Diploma

500

To become a lawyer, how many years of college study do you need?

A lawyer needs to complete 7 years of college education, including their Master's Degree.

500

Postive, enthusiastic, lazy, unmotivated, eager, these are adjective describes a person's __________?

Attitude 

500

What is a US occupations or careers that is expected to grow the most in the coming years?

Personal Care Aides - 38,640

Combined food preparation and serving workers, including fast food - 24,024

Registered nurses -71,730

Home health aides - 24,400