T24 Pathways Today we are discussing your T24 options after high school. Your options after high school include: Work force Apprenticeship Trade School Community College 4 Year College/University Military Lets talk about the Military pathway first

T24 Common Option List Military Community College University Vocational/Trade Programs (Job Corps) Apprenticeship Workforce

What You Need to Join the Military Obtain a high school diploma Army & Air Force do not accept GED’s. Navy will accept a GED if you score 50+ on ASVAB Marines will accept a GED if you did not drop out of high school Meet with recruiter Take the ASVAB military entrance exam and meet minimum score to enlist (Air Force requires a minimum ASVAB score of 54.) The higher you score, the more career options you have available to you in the military Success in any branch of the Military depends on a good education, and a high school diploma is most desirable. Candidates with a GED (General Education Development certificate) can enlist, but some Services may limit opportunities. It is very difficult to be considered a serious candidate without either a high school diploma or accepted alternative credential. In any case, staying in school is important for entering the Military

Military Requirements Pass the physical fitness test (Example: Marines require you to do three pull-ups and 50 crunches in two minutes, then run three miles in under 26 minutes.) Pass a background check -School discipline and other legal issues can disqualify a potential recruit, as can drug use. Sign and enlist

What is a University? A private or government funded college that offers 4-year Bachelor degrees in Liberal Arts and/or Sciences. May offer higher education degrees including Master and Doctoral degrees. On-campus housing is available and usually required for Freshman. (example: Whitworth University requires incoming freshman to live on campus for their first year.) Some private schools have a religious affiliation.

How Do I Get Into a University? Take college prep courses Have a good cumulative GPA Take an algebra based lab science (Chem or Physics) Take a foreign language (at least 2 years for most universities) Take SAT or ACT Complete admission application by the deadline. Pay application fee Send transcript and test scores Confirm your admission and pay tuition deposit Admissions is based on holistic review, however, grades (what classes you get those grades in, ie. course rigor is important) and test scores (SAT/ACT) are one of the main criteria for acceptance into a 4 year university A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required to be admitted into a 4 year school (How many students do you think get in with a 2.0, not many) If your transcript provides proof that you have been steadily increasing your grades after a bad patch, you still have a chance of getting in with a lower GPA The cumulative GPA that the 4 year universities will be looking at for admissions decisions is your GPA at the end of your Junior year, not your senior year (Your senior year GPA will not be available yet when they make those decisions)

Community College A two-year college that offers certificates, diplomas, and Associate’s degrees Most credits will transfer to a 4-year University within the same state, especially when getting an Associate degree Some Community Colleges also offer Trade School Programs Apply online for admission. Pay application fee, if applicable (SCC/SFCC free admission). Pay placement test fee and take placement test, if applicable. SAT/ACT may be required Certificate programs often only take a year to complete Associate degrees take 2 years to complete Washington State community colleges have direct transfer agreements with the 4 year public universities in Washington for students who completed the Associate Degree program. Spokane Community College and Spokane Falls Community College both have technical/trade programs as well as the associate degree programs.

Enrolling in a Trade (Technical) School? Interview with an Enrollment Service Representative. Take a college entrance exam -(example: Some tech schools have their own entrance exam.) Meet educational requirements. -These could differ depending on the school Pass additional requirements: Background check, hold a valid drivers license, pass drug screening Doctor statement of general health Pay registration fee Examples of Trade/technical schools – Paul Mitchell, Carrington College, Wyo-Tech, Universal Technical Institute

What is an Apprenticeship? On-the-job training in skilled trades that is supplemented by formal classes each year. Training period is 1-5 years, must pass qualified exams, and become fully qualified in a specific occupational field Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Apprenticeship website: http://www.Apprenticeship.Lni.wa.gov *** Give students a minute or two to look at the apprenticeship options

Entering the Work Force Washington State is ranked #2 in the nation for having the most jobs requiring higher education degrees. Competitive job market requires you to have a strong resume to prove you are the best candidate to hire. Washington State’s minimum wage is $9.47 per hour. (E.g. Idaho’s minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. This is the same as the Federal Minimum Wage.)

Job Application Complete job application Call employer to check status of application: this personalizes your application and shows your interest in the position. Prepare for job interview and dress professionally when the interview takes place Pass drug screening: most employers require you pass a drug screening before they will hire you Have a good resume and cover letter on stand-by, as this can give a more thorough overview of your skills and accomplishments

Pathway Overlap There are several paths that are inter-connected which means that you can pursue one pathways and links right onto another. Example: For instance, the military can give you access to colleges and universities by offering tuition assistance while on active duty, in addition to the G.I. Bill. Most branches also have their version Community College and your work experience in the military can count towards credits for an associate’s degree.

What path will you be taking? You will complete or have already completed a T24 Goal in your Naviance Account.