Living Skills
Name one living skill you will need to live independently.
budgeting, hygiene, nutrition/personal health, time management, etc.
What is a vocational school?
A school where they provide training for specific jobs and you typically earn a certificate after completing the program
True or False: There are 2 year degrees called Associate's degrees AND 4 year degrees called Bachelor's degrees.
True!
Name one branch of the military.
Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard, etc.
What kind of job do YOU want in the future?
If you don't know for sure, what job could you consider?
Personal answer: whatever job the person answering wants to work in the future or might want to work
What is budgeting?
Managing your money and only spending what you can
True or False: Only high school students can go to vocational schools.
False - there are adult programs at many vocational schools for them to learn similar skills and jobs
What is one way to pay for college that we discussed?
Scholarships, Loans, Grants, Savings, Working during school, etc.
What is one thing someone in the Navy might do as a mission?
Training missions at sea with foreign navies, Regional security, Reconnaissance / intelligence missions to gather enemy data, At-sea rescues, Medical care programs for Navy, Marines, or perhaps people in or near a war zone, Oil spill or other marine cleanups
What does it mean to get paid hourly?
Each hour you work, you earn a certain amount of money
Why is it important to exercise and eat balanced meals?
Keeps you healthy and in shape - even just taking a walk helps keep your body healthy
Name 1 training program a vocational school might offer.
Cosmetology, welding, mechanic, carpentry, early childhood development, vet tech, etc. (many answers!)
What is interest (when we talk about loans)?
Money that is added to your loan as a "borrowing fee"
What is something someone in the Air Force might do as a mission?
Transporting cargo from base to base for any of the branches, air combat and support, protective air patrols, special rescue missions, medical service, food and supplies distribution.
True or False: every job you could get will only have your work from 9-5 Monday-Friday.
False - many jobs have a lot less regular hours, or their regular hours may fall in second or third shift
What is one type of home maintenance you may need to know how to do?
cleaning, sweeping, mopping, laundry, changing lightbulbs, etc.
What is a trade (a trade type job)?
Don't name an example - just describe what a trade IS.
a job that requires specific technical knowledge in order to complete tasks
What is the FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid - the application you fill out to receive financial aid from the government
What is something someone in the Marines might do as a mission?
fly planes and helicopters; operate radar equipment; drive armored vehicles; gather intelligence; survey and map territory; maintain and repair radios, computers, jeeps, trucks, tanks, and aircraft, serve as the "nations 911 force" with a quick response
What is opportunity cost?
The money gained or lost by making a choice between two options or more
What is one way to stay safe online?
Don't share personal information, only talk to people you know, don't buy things from sites you don't know, etc.
Name 1 trade position.
Electrician, Plumber, HVAC, Carpenter, Mechanic, etc.
Name one advantage AND one disadvantage of going to college.
advantages: transition to independence, "college experience," wide variety of majors, clubs/organizations, meet lots of people, training opportunities
Disadvantages: cost, opportunity cost, time consuming, etc.
Name one advantage AND one disadvantage of joining the military.
advantages: feeling of honor, college pay benefits, other benefits, etc.
disadvantages: dangerous, little control over where you go/what you do, lots of rules, very physical, etc.
What is professionalism?
behaving appropriately at work, putting forth your full effort, and doing everything you're supposed to do with a positive attitude.