https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv By: Jessica Healy en-us 2019-04-14 18:06:49 UTC 2023-04-06 03:21:55 UTC hello@padlet.com jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351491493 No worries! There are several other paths you can take if you just quite aren't ready or aren't interested in attending a 4 year college. There are several non-college options for you to choose from. Take the time to read about these other options to figure out what's best for you!]]> 2019-04-14 18:12:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351491493 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351491803 There are several paths students can choose to take besides attending a 4 year college/university:
-Community colleges
-Technical Schools
-Joining the Military
-Doing a gap year
-The Workforce]]> 2019-04-14 18:16:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351491803 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351492729 A lot of students today are deciding to attend their local community colleges. This could be for several reasons, one being they just don't feel ready to go off to a 4 year college/university ]]> 2019-04-14 18:26:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351492729 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351493483 There are plenty of benefits of attending a community college vs. a 4 year college/university:
1. Lower tuition costs
2. Flexible schedule
3. Opportunity to explore major options
4. Smaller class sizes
5. Qualified Professors
6. Helpful with transitioning to a 4 year college/university 
*To check out more benefits of community college, check out this link: www.scholarships.com

]]> 2019-04-14 18:34:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351493483 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351494381 Want to fast-track into a high paying job after high school? Going to a Vocational/Trade school might be the best fit for you!
Check out this link for more information:
http://www.gocollege.com/options/vocational-trade-schools/]]> 2019-04-14 18:42:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351494381 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351494677 -Vocational training programs give students the opportunity to pursue a career in the skilled trades. 
-Offer relatively short (2 years or less), career-focused programs that prepare students for the workforce.
Watch the video below to learn a little more about vocational and trade school]]> 2019-04-14 18:45:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351494677 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351495504 There are several different types of programs vocational and trade schools have to offer:
-Welding
-Cosmetology
-Plumbing 
-Carpentry
-Locksmithing
-Automotive repair
-Hotel and restaurant management
And so much more!

]]> 2019-04-14 18:53:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351495504 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351496529 Interested in joining the military? Maybe this is the right path for you! There are several requirements to complete when choosing to enlist:
Step 1: Take the ASVAB
Step 2: Pass the physical exam
Step 3: Meet with a Service Enlistment counselor and determine a career
To learn more about these steps please visit: https://www.todaysmilitary.com/how-to-join/enlisting-military]]> 2019-04-14 19:04:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351496529 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351497655 -The ASVAB is a multiple choice exam that helps determine the careers for which an individual is best suited for.  
-Can be completed on paper or online
-Takes 3 hours to complete
-Includes subjects like English, Math, Writing, and Science 
Visit the link below to learn more about the ASVAB as well as study tips!
https://www.military.com/join-armed-forces/asvab/asvab-study-tips.html]]> 2019-04-14 19:15:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351497655 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351498138 Watch the video below and learn about how after high school, more and more students are enlisting in the military]]> 2019-04-14 19:19:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351498138 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351500680 Students are deciding more and more these days to take a gap year before going off to college. A gap year allows students to explore their interests. This can be done through travel, volunteering, or work experience.]]> 2019-04-14 19:44:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351500680 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351501294 There are several benefits for students who decide to take a gap year:
-gap year experiences help students mature, gain confidence, and be more career driven
-increased self-awareness
-greater ownership of education
-increased happiness
To learn more about the benefits, check them out on: https://www.yearon.com/blog/benefits-of-taking-a-gap-year-before-college]]> 2019-04-14 19:49:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351501294 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351502046 1. What do I want to do during my gap year?
2. If I want to go to college, should I apply before or after my gap year?
3. Can I still get financial aid and scholarships after my gap year?
4. Are there affordable options for a gap year?
5. What do colleges think of gap years?
6. How will the transition be from gap year to college?
https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/right-school/timeline/articles/2010/05/19/7-questions-to-ask-when-considering-a-gap-year ]]> 2019-04-14 19:58:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351502046 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351502931 Entering the workforce after high school is also another option to take. There are plenty of reasons why students choose to take this path:
-tired of the school environment
-feel the need to join in the family business
-don't feel college is the right fit for them
It's important to note that students can still choose to attend college later after getting some work experience!]]> 2019-04-14 20:07:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351502931 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351503577 There are several benefits to entering the workforce after high school:
1. You can save money
2. Can gain work experience
3. Further explore your interests
4. Enhance your college application
5. Learning job skills (writing a resume and cover letter, job search skills, interview skills)
5. Making contacts 
https://www.theclassroom.com/six-advantages-working-after-high-school-10030173.html

]]> 2019-04-14 20:13:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351503577 jesshealy22 https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351509748 As you can see, there are a lot of alternative paths to take for students who maybe aren't interested in attending a 4 year college/university, or at least not right away. Whatever path you choose, make sure you choose the one that's right for you!]]> 2019-04-14 21:14:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jesshealy22/8yxx8qbheebv/wish/351509748