Promotions and Lifelong Learning
Focus Questions Why are many tasks formerly done by U.S. workers now performed overseas? How do you go about selecting a college or university? What are some alternatives to attending a four year college or university?
Pay Raises and Promotions 1.Help your coworkers 2.Take the imitative 3.Find a mentor. A mentor is someone, usually an older person, who provides advice and support to guide your career.
Continuing Education and Training In service training (professional development seminars) seek to develop employee skills, provide information, and improve working relationships among current employees.
Colleges and Universities Consider reputation Consider your financial resources Read college guides and catalogs Discuss your goals and plans Visit campuses Apply to several schools
Other Educational Opportunities Community Colleges Trade Schools Apprenticeships Nontraditional Programs
Community Colleges (Junior Colleges) A two year college that offers an associate’s degree
Trade Schools An institution of higher learning that teaches the skilled trades
Apprenticeships An education that combines on the job training with formal classroom training
Nontraditional Programs Correspondence Courses