1. Social Services (Counselor) Audio Video Communications 1/14/2011

2. Introduction to Counseling I became interested in counseling after my sister had a stress meltdown. I came to realization that I wanted to be there for people in psychological need. My interest was further fueled after I read one of my sister’s psychology text books. By pursuing a career in Counseling, not only would I be doing something I would enjoy, but I would have a great time receiving the education needed to get there.

3. Introduction to Audio/Video Communications I chose Audio Video Communications because my I’ve seen people editing videos and it just looked really cool. It looks like something that would take precision and skill. I’ve done a few sound editing projects myself and it was quite load of fun.

4. Counseling Basic Overview The main purpose of counseling is to provide support and solutions on a variety of aspects for either individuals or larger groups such as families or smokers. They may also recommend you to a higher authority such as rehab

5. Jobs Available in Field Drug Counseling School Counselor Marriage Counselor Anger Management Person Evaluation

6. Perks I get to meet interesting people I get to build a safe environment that people feel comfortable in I learn to evaluate others but also myself

7. Specialized Schools Argosy University Orange County Capella University Walden University

8. Video/Sound Editor Overview The main duties of and audio/video tech are to ensure the following Sound/Video sync Quality Special Fx Broadcasting Time Management Equipment Management

9. Jobs Available in Field TV broadcasting supervisor Audio Dubbing Special Effects coordinator Recording Engineer

10. Perks Team work Work with good gear I get my name in the credits

11. Specialized Schools ITT Tech Westwood College The Arts Institute of California

12. Compare Both require advanced schooling Average of $45,000 per year salary Both fields are expected to grow in the next decade

13. Contrast Counseling Audio/Visual Tech Work directly with client More open ended work Could obtain training in University Work with equipment Routine work Have to attend specialized college

14. Final Thoughts After researching these 2 careers I mostly learned salary and education information. Aside from what I learned I also came to a possible verdict as to what I might end up choosing. I want to work for the social services either in the counseling or evaluation department. I want to work in a field the betters the world in which we live.

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