https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u Non-University Options en-us 2017-06-06 18:16:45 UTC 2018-10-23 15:10:23 UTC hello@padlet.com snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175444722 2017-06-06 18:23:38 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175444722 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175445133 2017-06-06 18:26:25 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175445133 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175447318 2017-06-06 18:41:34 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175447318 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175447573 2017-06-06 18:43:23 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175447573 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175447686 2017-06-06 18:44:15 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175447686 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175451221 Visit http://todaysmilitary.com/joining/entrance-requirements
for additional information. Watch the video below to get a glimpse into military life. ]]> 2017-06-06 19:08:20 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175451221 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175554257 This video goes over tips and do's and don'ts when preparing/attending a job interview.]]> 2017-06-07 12:58:16 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175554257 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175555098 Making the decision to take a GAP YEAR. What a student may want to consider. ]]> 2017-06-07 13:02:32 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175555098 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175556883 2017-06-07 13:11:21 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175556883 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175566207 Listen to pros and cons reviewed by an individual that attended a Community College]]> 2017-06-07 13:56:20 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175566207 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175569138 1) Explore Your Interests
    Learn about yourself
    Identify Possible Careers
    Research Careers 
2) Get Experience
    Internships/Volunteer
3) Training/Job Requirements           Background checks
Other Documentation
4) Job Search: 
    Search Everywhere
    Make Connection
    Finding A Job is a full-time job
5) Resume:
    Prior to the end of Graduation
    Keep it updated
6) Apply to lots of Jobs:
    Don't wait to hear back
    Follow up on applications
7) Be Flexible
    More Availability
    Do not limit job search
8) Dress Appropriately
    When Applying
    For the Interview

]]> 2017-06-07 14:10:31 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175569138 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175572503 Taking a year on or off before attending college
GAP years can be for work experience, to save money, travel, or volunteer.
Students may be undecided about their future.
If deciding to possibly take a GAP year, it is important to have a plan.
PROS:
-Time to think, experience possible interests
-Learn Responsibility
-Experience on an Application
-Save money to pay for college
CONS:
-Puts you a year behind
-Lose momentum and get out of the pattern of school
-Can be costly to travel]]> 2017-06-07 14:27:03 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175572503 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175573924 There are a number of different options within the military. (including Army Reserves and National Guard as part-time options)
  -Army/Marine Corps/Navy/Air Force/ Coast Guard
It is important to weigh the pros and cons.
PROS:
-Free College Tuition
-Travel/Experience
-Housing and monthly stipend
-Various Career Opportunities
-Insurance/Retirement Benefits
CONS:
-Must sign a contract for a number of years
-Could be stationed away from home, given no choice
-Sent to War Zones
-Minimum of 5 to 7 years
REQUIREMENTS
-Different depending on branch
-Age Requirements
-Physical Requirements
-Citizenship Requirements
-ASVAB and other Academic Requirements
*Best way to get information and requirements is to talk to a recruiter or someone that has been involved with the military branch you may be interested in.

]]> 2017-06-07 14:34:33 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175573924 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175579293 According to www.gocollege.com, "Vocational and trade school educations are popular vehicles for students who want to fast-track into well paying highly skilled careers. Vocational schools, often referred to as trade schools, are post-secondary educational institutions. Vocational schools teach job specific skills designed to enable a student's advancement in any of a number of high skill, high paying professions. Vocational and trade schools place an emphasis on the practical, as opposed to the academic, education. Course studies at a vocational school are specific to certain trades, running the gamut from auto repair to hair dressing; construction to IT.
WHEN DECIDING:
-Type of Vocation/Interests
-Job Placement Rate
-Graduation Rate
-Facilities (Latest Technology)
-Student Services
-Tuition

]]> 2017-06-07 15:03:10 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175579293 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175582900 To determine whether a community college is right or you, as a student you must first consider your overall plan.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
1-Transferring Credits to a University
2-Academic Quality
3-Cost
4-Student Culture/Campus Life
Looking closer at Community College, there are a number of Pros and Cons to be aware of.
PROS:
-Lower cost
-Flexible Schedule (Offering night classes)
-Explore Majors
-Smaller Classes
-Qualified Professors
-Transitional to other schools
CONS:
-Limited Curriculum
-Lighter Workload than University
-Uninvolved/Invested Students
-Lack of Campus Life]]> 2017-06-07 15:20:16 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/175582900 snorfolk https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/246443534 2018-03-27 12:08:22 UTC https://padlet.com/snorfolk/ydovpw3m8e3u/wish/246443534