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Military Preparation and Career Guidance Event at NFHS

Join us for the ASVAB test on October 10th at NFHS. Prepare to enter the military, discuss job assignments, and legal requirements. Explore college and career options too. Websites and questions to ask recruiters provided.

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Military Preparation and Career Guidance Event at NFHS

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  1. Military, College, and Careers

  2. Joining the Military? • Take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) • Test will be given October 10th @ NFHS - No fee • Registration Deadline – September 28th • Contact a Recruiter • Recruiters may be available during lunch • Websites • www.todaysmilitary.com • www.military.com

  3. Questions to Ask the Recruiter • When do I take the ASVAB? • Be prepared and score as high as possible • Recruiters may give you a practice test • You can buy a study guide for the ASVAB • How soon will I leave for training? • Joining entails qualifying by testing and taking a physical • After qualifying you pick your job and swear-in • Discuss when you are available to leave • When will I get my job assigned? • Make sure you understand what job you have been assigned • Know when you are leaving for basic training • What documents do I need to start the recruiting process? • Government issued ID • Social Security Card • High school diploma • Birth certificate • Do you need my complete medical and legal history? • Complete medical history • Legal infractions – traffic tickets, misdemeanors, felonies, etc.

  4. Post 9/11 GI Bill Tuition Assistance • http://www.military.com/education/gi-bill • http://www.military.com/education/money-for-school/tuition-assistance-ta-program-overview.html • http://www.military.com/education/gi-bill/tuition-top-up-program.html

  5. Entering the Workforce? • Secure a position before the end of the school year • Create Resume • Complete Applications • Interview Preparation • Websites • https://kleffmanb6.wixsite.com/collegeandcareer • www.bls.gov/ooh • www.acinet.org • www.myfuture.com • www.careerbuilder.com • www.monster.com • www.quintcareers.com • www.jobcorps.gov

  6. Going to College? • Select 3-5 schools you would like to attend • Type of School: 4-YR, 2-YR, Technical, Vocational • Research admission requirements, campus size, majors offered, extracurricular activities • Campus Visits/Open Houses • Seniors are allowed 2 college visit days • Must bring a letter to Attendance stating you were there for a visit within 5 days of the absence to be excused • Take SAT/ACT/COMPASS (as needed) • Fee Waivers (Google Form)

  7. Types of Colleges • Technical Colleges • Ex: York Tech, Midlands Tech, Tri-County Tech • 2-YR Colleges • Ex: USC Lancaster, Spartanburg Methodist • 4-YR Colleges • Ex: USC Columbia, Clemson, Winthrop

  8. 2-YR/Technical College Admission • ACCUPLACER Placement Test • Offered @ York Tech Monday-Saturday • Check website for schedule http://yorktech.edu/assess/asset.php • No Fee • Fee charged to send scores to another college • SAT/ACT is not required but can be used in place of ACCUPLACER • Transfer Programs • Articulation Agreements • www.sctrac.org • Possible Transfer Issues

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