Post High School Options…..

What Are They?

MSHS JuniorsClass of 2013

Learning Targets:1. Students will access their strengths and weaknesses and

have a better understanding of their career interest area.2. Student will know two in-state and two out-of-state

programs/colleges that offer courses in their career field of choice.

Career Interest Areas• Artistic – Interest in creative expression of

feelings & ideas

• Scientific – Interest in discovering, collecting, analyzing info about the natural world and applying scientific research findings to problems in medicine, the life and sciences and the natural world

• Plants & Animals – Interest in working w/ plants & animals, mostly outdoors

• Protective – Interest in using authority to protect people/property

• Mechanical – Interest in applying principles to practical situation by the use of machines or tools

• Industrial – Interest in repetitive, concrete, organized activities in factory setting

• Business Detail – Interest in organized, clearly defined activities requiring accuracy & attention to detail; office setting

• Selling – Intrest in bringing others to a particular point of view by persuasion & selling and promotion techniques

• Accommodating – Interest in catering to others

• Humanitarian – Interest in helping others with their needs

• Leading-Influencing – Interest in leading/influencing others by using verbal/numerical abilities

• Physical Performing – Interest in physical activities performed before an audience

Post High School Options

Apprenticeships

Community College

Four Year College

Vocational/Tech School

Military

Non-College Options

Job Opportunities

What is GAP year?

Common GAP Experiences

Universities and employers want to see structure, service, and academics that set gap years apartfrom the typical “year off.”

• Cultural Immersion• Community Service• Learning• Travel

Apprenticeships

What Are Apprenticeships?

Career opportunities combining classroom instruction and on-the-job training

With An Apprenticeships You will…

• Learn specific skills required for a trade occupation• Get paid a wage during training• Earn a salary that increases with education and skill

level• Gain marketable skills in a career path

Military

Military

Four Options:• Enlistment • ROTC (Reserve Officer’s Training Corps)• Service Academy• Reserve Unit

Work Experience

On The Job Training: Turn A Job Into a Career

Try to find a job in the area that matches your career interestFor example:

Interested in business management?

Work in fast food with a company that has a good management training program

Skills Needed

• Good work ethic • Communicate effectively • Able to work as part of a diverse team• Able to manage time, money & materials• Use computers effectively• Self-starter• Demonstrate leadership skills

Washington State Colleges and Universities

How Many?

• Washington is home to 34 public community and technical colleges

• Six public four-year colleges and universities

• More than 300 private colleges, universities,career and vocational schools

Technical College

Types of Technical Programs

Certificate Program (usually 1 year)Programs include:• Surgery Technology, Dental Assistant, Vet Assistant…

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degrees (two years)Programs include:• Culinary Arts, Auto Technology, Radiological

Technology, Welding…

Benefits of Technical College

• Use state of the art equipment to work on practical,real world problems directly related to yourchosen path

• Following graduation, 85% or more are employed in their chosen field

• Enter the workforce faster with higher level skills

Community College

What’s Offered At CC?

• Bachelor’s Degrees• Transfer Associate Degrees (to 4 year

University)• Professional/Technical Degrees and

Certificate• Non-Transfer Degrees – Associate Degree

Washington 2- Year CC Admission Requirements

• Graduation from high school is a general guideline• Apply for admission• Take Assessments required by college for

placement

Community Colleges of Washington State

Community Colleges in King County

4 – Year College & University

What’s Offered?

• Four-year degrees such as Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS)

• Graduate degrees such as a Master’s, Doctoral, First Professional

4-Year College Admission Requirements

• A timely and completed application form• Official high school and any college

transcripts• Official standardized test scores (ACT/SAT)• Letters of recommendation • Essay/Personal Statement

Juniors…what you need to know!

• AP, Honors and Tech-Prep classes• SAT and/or ACT• College admission requirements• Extracurricular activities

How Can I learn About Different Colleges?

• College website• Internet• Talk to people about their experience• Campus visits• Virtual Tours - example

Know The Admission Requirements…

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Estimated Tuition Costs

4 Year – PublicCollege/University Community College Vocational College

Tuition & Fees $10,336 Tuition & Fees $3,542 Tuition & Fees $3,900

Books / Supplies

$1,035 Books / Supplies

$1,430 Books / Supplies

$1,254

Room/Board $9,771 Room/Board 0 Room/Board 0

Transportation $642 Transportation $1,272 Transportation $1,680

Personal Expenses

$2,265 Personal Expenses

$1,674 Personal Expenses

$1,530

Total Expenses $24,049 $7,918 $8,364

3 Critical Questions

1. “Who Am I?”

2. “Where Am I Going”

3. “How Do I Get There?”(What’s my action plan?)

Post High School Options

Apprenticeships

Community College

Four Year College

Vocational/Tech School

Military

Non-College Options

Job Opportunities

Career Interest Areas Assessment

• Log onto: www.wois.org• Site key: fhd899• Create a new portfolio• Give yourself a User ID and Password

Portfolio Upload Instructions

• After completing the worksheet, save it in your User Share (H:\ drive).

• On the WOIS website, click on Career Research in your Portfolio link and click the Upload button.

• Type Post High School Plan in the description.• Click Browse, navigate to your User Share (H:\ drive),

locate and click on the file, and click on the Upload button.

•  The plan is now a part of your portfolio.

Mount Si High SchoolCounselors and Career Specialist

Counselors:• Mr. Galagan A-E• Mrs. Easthope F-L• Mr. Tilton M-R• Ms. Maimon S-Z

Career Specialist:• Mrs. Essig