1. Welcome!

2. -- 2015 graduates won't break even until age 31
In 2010, the typical college student had to work 8 years to break even on their bachelor's degree investment, Goldman found. Most graduates would be around 30 years old by then.
As the price tag of a college education goes up, it's taking longer for the investment to pay off. Here’s what Goldman projects:
graduates won't break even until age 31
graduates won't break even until age 33
graduates won't break even until age 37

3. What are you doing after High school
What are you doing after High school? Stats from Class of 2016 – 754 students
37% (279) of HHS graduates attend a 4-year University
28% (209) of HHS graduates attend a Community College
So what do the rest of our graduates do?
Workforce, apprenticeship programs, military, attend a trade/vocational school, other

4. options Career Choices video You have many options after high school!
Get a Job
Become an Apprentice
Join the Military
Attend a trade, technical, or vocational school
Go your College
Volunteer
Career Choices video

5. Entering the workforce
Most of the time you need a high school diploma (preferable) or a GED (General Education Diploma).
Median Salary (2014):
High School Graduate: $33,000 (m), $25,000 (f)
Associates Degree: $40,100 (m), $29,700 (f)
Bachelors Degree: $54,700 (m), $45,000 (f)

6. Attend Job Fairs/website search/job board
Arrange references prior to the application process
Practice interviewing skills
Maintain an updated resume

7. Job board
GYES: Gilbert Youth Employment Service is a centralized employment service sponsored by the Gilbert Unified School District Career and Technical Education Department. Complimentary services are open to Gilbert youth aged ( ), and local employers seeking part and full time employees. Call x131

8. military

9. Join the military Which branch of military service should you join?
Branches of the Military – Video
Different branches have different jobs and requirements. Explore career options available through each of the branches.
Meet with a representative from the branch you are interested in for specific details and information.
Visits are listed on the Career Center calendar.

11. Military job selection is also based on other specified criteria, such as physical fitness, eyesight, security requirements, and education level
Military Benefits:
Scholarships:
GI Bill: designed to help service members and eligible veterans cover the costs associated with getting an education or training.
Dependent’s Education Assistance (DEA)
John D. Frye Scholarship
Tuition assistance while you serve active duty

12. What can you do to prepare yourself for your future?
Take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)
The ASVAB is not a means to qualify for a career in the armed services, but rather is a means to help you explore different career options, identify a college major or find out more about your personality.

13. asvab scores: what do they mean?
Your ASVAB scores determine what jobs you will qualify for in the military. It’s important to do well on the test, high scores lead to more and better military career options.
Test prep and study guides are available
Example Test Score: Navy: Minimum ASVAB Scores
Additional Resources: Arizona Career Information System (azcis.intocareers.org)

14. apprenticeships

15. Apprenticeship programs earn while you learn!
Over 800 occupations available: Roofers, Electricians, Sheet Metal Workers, Carpenters, Lineman, etc.
Gives you the opportunity to learn a skill or trade while working.
May last one to five years, depending on the career.
Apprentices work with experienced workers and complete some classroom training.
Apprentices earn wages while learning, but the wages are less than he or she will make once the apprenticeship is completed.
Explore Careers at

16. How much money can an apprentice earn?
Apprentices start working from day one with incremental wage increases as they become more proficient. The average starting wage for an apprentice is approximately $15.00 per hour.
Apprentices earn competitive wages, a paycheck from day one and incremental raises as skill levels increase. The average wage for a fully proficient worker who completed an apprenticeship translates to approximately $50,000 annually. Apprentices who complete their program earn approximately $300,000 more over their career than non-apprenticeship participants1.

17. Certificate & degree programs

18. Certificate programs at the community college
Community Colleges offer a wide range of occupational/educational opportunities.
Over 500 Certificate programs within the Maricopa Community Colleges
Degree and certificate Programs Available at Maricopa Community College (by Alpha)

19. Community College Career Opportunities
Chandler-Gilbert CC
Mesa CC
Aircraft Construction Technology
Aircraft Maintenance
Golf Course Operations
Media Arts: Dig. Imaging
Early Childhood Programs
Construction Drafting
Paramedic
Police Academy Preparation
Nursing
Mortuary Science
More programs and colleges are available

20. Community College Career Opportunities
Gateway CC
Phoenix CC
Medical
Auto Mechanics
Nutrition
Cosmetology
Office Administration
Court Reporting
Dental
Astronomy
Interior Design
Phlebotomy
More programs and colleges are available

21. Community College Career Opportunities
Central Arizona College
Scottsdale CC
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hotel and Restaurant Management
Fire Science
Medical Assistant
Accounting
Culinary
Equine Science
Recreation Management
Theatre Arts/Technical
Exercise Science/Personal Training
More programs and colleges are available

23. Career schools

24. Trade, technical & vocational schools
These schools vary in size, entry requirements, cost and quality.
It is a good idea to visit the school you are interested in attending.
Talk to students who have previously attended the school and employers who hire people in your chosen occupation.
Maricopa Skill Center
High Paying Job-Video

26. Volunteering

27. Volunteering PEACE CORPS: https://www.peacecorps.gov/
AMERICORPS:
Gap Year – A Gap Year is a structured period of personal growth that can include activities such as volunteering, interning, language study, outdoor adventure, travel and enrichment programs.

28. Fafsa free application FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID
NOT JUST FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND TRADE/TECHNICAL SCHOOLS ARE ALSO ELIGIBLE
WHERE TO I FIND OUT ABOUT FUNDING?
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE OF THE SCHOOL I AM ATTENDING
(NOT A .COM SITE)
NEVER PAY A FEE TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS OR FOR AID

29. Is it POSSIBLE to be successful without FURTHER EDUCATION?

30. Frank Lloyd Wright
America's most celebrated architect spent more time designing colleges than attending them. Frank Lloyd Wright was admitted to the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1886, but left after only one year. He would move to Chicago and eventually apprentice under Louis Sullivan, the "father of modernism." By the time of his passing, Wright's resume included more than 500 works, most famous of which are Fallingwater and New York City's Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.

32. RACHAEL RAY No formal culinary training Host of daily talk show on CBS
Host of 3 shows on Food Network
Author of multiple cook books
Culinary product line
Magazine
Founded Non-Profit Organization: Yum-o!

33. Thank you ~

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