Exploring Options After High School Graduation: Community College, Trade School, Employment
"Discover the benefits of community college and trade school as pathways after high school. Learn about certificate program examples, choosing the right school, and steps to take after deciding on your future path. Explore opportunities for a successful transition into higher education or employment. Make informed decisions to kickstart your career journey." (283 characters)
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Class of 2023 Community College, Trade School, Employment
Senior Meetings Your counselor will call you up individually to go over: Graduation Progress -Credits, SOLs, Diploma Seals . Plan for after High School -2 year college, Trade School, Full Time Employment
Lower tuition cost More flexibility to work Allows for improvement from high school Earning potential! Credits can transfer Certificate Programs as well Benefits of Community College
Community Colleges and Trade Schools Germanna PVCC Lord Fairfax Blue Ridge Community College Northern VA CC Lincoln Tech Lincoln Culinary Universal Technical Institute NASCAR Technical Institute
Certificate Program Examples: Through Local Community Colleges: Computer and Technology certifications Carpentry Automotive/Diesel programs Medical Imaging (Ultrasound, CT Scan ..) Cybersecurity CDL Criminal Justice Business Administration Culinary Arts AND MANY MORE!
Benefits of Trade School Lower tuition cost Career Focused Shorter Degree pathways Earning potential! Real world experience
Choosing the Right School. RESEARCH! Programs Available Costs Requirements to Apply . Come to College/Trade School Visits Job Shadow This is a very personal decision choose the school best for YOU! Ask Questions!
Fill out online application Fill out FAFSA (after Oct. 1st) Research if needed for your trade school Complete the FERPA (Transcript Waiver Form) You ve Decided Now What? Register for classes (Spring 2023)
More like a real job Can be paid! Hands-on learning Offered through an employer or through the program sponsor Can last 3-5 years Competitive Networking potential Resume builder Basic training Potential for certifications Individuals in an apprenticeship program may obtain (paid) work experience, classroom instruction (at no cost), and nationally- recognized credentials. Can last 3-5 years Signed contract
Scholarships.. Scholarships.. Scholarships Senior scholarship applications will become available in the Spring (February/March) More info. to come BUT THEY CAN BE USED FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGE OR SOME TRADE SCHOOLS APPLY!!!
Employment Meet with your School Counselor Explore your interests Create a list of jobs you can apply for Check age requirements Check other requirements Certifications Experience Create a list of references Develop your resume
Naviance Sign up for College/Trade School/Industry Visits Scholarships Resume Builder Interest Inventories
Financial Aid Free Application for Federal Student Aid: www.fafsa.ed.gov Work with your parents to fill this out- starting October 2022 (based on parents 2021 tax return) Financial Aid info night: September 28th 6pm-7pm at MCHS Media Center (representative from Germanna Community College will be presenting) FAFSA Completion Workshop: November 16th 6pm-8pm at MCHS Media Center Additional Financial Aid info night: October 20th 6pm-7pm at Germanna s Daniel Technology Center, Culpeper Specific Financial Aid questions contact the college s Financial Aid department
Important Resources Your School Counselor Administration Ms. Teal: Counseling Secretary/Registra r Your Parents Your Teachers Admissions Officers Financial Aid Officers
Check Email Social Media: mchs_info Naviance MCHS Website Senior Class Website
