Vocabulary
Career
The work a person does.
(Also called job, occupation, vocation, profession)
Learn while working
On the job training
What is the name of the college in our county?
Isothermal Community College
Do you have to go to college to join the military?
No. You must have a high school diploma and pass required test.
Can you get a good job with out going to college?
Yes. There are many good jobs that do not require a college degree. They would offer on the job training.
post secondary education
any training or education after high school
Short term work experience to learn skills
Internship
How long does it take to get a certificate in a trade?
It can take 3 months to a year depending on the trade.
Which branch of the military protects us from the water?
Navy
Name three jobs you can get right out of high school.
Answers will vary. Some examples are: cashier, janitor, landscaper, military, factory worker, delivery driver, etc.
graduation
completing a program of study
(You can graduate from high school, trade school, college, or university.)
Short training programs, often at a trade school, that teach a specific skill. Examples: welder, CNA, plumber
Certificate program
How long does it take to complete an associates degree?
2 years
What is the oldest and largest branch of the military?
Army
Does the military help pay for college?
Yes, the military offers several robust programs that help pay for college, including tuition coverage, housing allowances, and book stipends
Entrance requirements
Things a school or program requires for you to attend
College program that takes two to four years
Degree program
How long does it take to complete a bachelors degree?
4 years
What three of the qualities you need to succeed in the military?
sense of duty, patriotic, disciplined, leadership, responsible, physically fit, love to serve, teamwork, love to travel, sense of adventure
Can you complete a teaching degree from Isothermal Community College?
No. You need a bachelors degree (4yrs) to become a teacher Isothermal is a 2 yr college.
program of study
Subject you choose to learn
Training and service in the armed forces
Military
List three careers that need some type of post secondary training at a trade school, college, or university.
Answers will vary. Some examples: Cosmetologist, Accountant, Teacher, Welder, Nurse, etc.
What are the six branches of the military?
Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force
What are some things you can do in high school that will help you be successful in college?
Have good attendance, work hard, make good grades, research careers