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Career Paths

Career Paths. Lesson Overview. The advantages of a technically oriented career path Job classifications associated with technically oriented career paths The earning potential of a technically oriented career path Four ways to pursue this career path. Quick Write.

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Career Paths

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  1. Career Paths

  2. Lesson Overview • The advantages of a technically oriented career path • Job classifications associated with technically oriented career paths • The earning potential of a technically oriented career path • Four ways to pursue this career path Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  3. Quick Write Based on what you’ve read in previous lessons, which factors do you think a person should consider in deciding whether to choose a technically oriented career or one that involves getting a college degree first? Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  4. Advantages of a Technically Oriented Career Path • Provides a way to earn a good living • Gives you an opportunity to learn a trade • Enables you to develop your knowledge of science and technology Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  5. Auto Body Repair Auto Service Technology Aviation and Aerospace Broadcast Media Business Carpentry and Construction Child Care and Education Computer Information Cosmetology Criminal and Legal Culinary Arts Electrical Occupations, Electronics Energy and Power Engine Technology Engineering Job Classification Examples Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  6. Environment Food Service Graphic Arts Health Horticulture and Landscape Hospitality, Recreation, and Tourism Heating, Ventilation/Air Conditioner Repair Journalism Machining, Manufacturing, and Masonry Military Service Painting and Repair Performing Arts Photography and Film Plumbing Printing Protection and Investigation Job Classification Examples Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  7. Job Classifications Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  8. Job Classifications • To find out more information: • Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/oco • Vocational Information Center at www.khake.com • America’s Career Network at www.acrenetwork.org/students.aspx • Voyages at www.careervoyages.gov/ Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  9. Earning Potential for Six Career Paths Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  10. An Example • A typical work week is 40 hours, and a year has 52 weeks • If you multiply the hourly earnings of the highest-paid bus driver ($23.53) by 40 (hours) and then by 52 (weeks), you’ll get $48,942. That’s the driver’s annual earnings Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  11. Four Ways to Pursue This Path • A technical training program • An internship • An apprenticeship • A pre-apprenticeship program Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  12. Technical Training Program • A technical training programis a learning experience that will give you the knowledge and skills you need to start a technically oriented career. Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  13. Technical Training Program Mostly cover: • Agriculture • Business • Family and consumer sciences • Health occupations • Retail sales • Trade and industry • Technology Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo courtesy of Clipart.com

  14. Technical Training Program • Cooperative education (co-op) programs • Vocational schools • Private organizations Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo courtesy of Clipart.com

  15. Internship • A low-paying or volunteer job in a field that interests you • Gives you work experience • Boosts your self-esteem • Makes you more responsible • Gives you references • Helps you meet a mentor Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  16. Apprenticeship • An opportunity to learn a trade on the job while also learning in class • Programs vary in length from 1 to 6 years • Lets you work and learn as an employee • Available in more than 850 occupations Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  17. Apprenticeship Opportunities Chapter 2, Lesson 2 The 25 Most Popular Apprenticeships, 2005, at http://www.dolets.gov/atels_bat/top-25-occupations-2005.cfm

  18. Apprenticeship Opportunities Chapter 2, Lesson 2 The 25 Most Popular Apprenticeships, 2005, at http://www.dolets.gov/atels_bat/top-25-occupations-2005.cfm

  19. Apprenticeship Opportunities Chapter 2, Lesson 2 The 25 Most Popular Apprenticeships, 2005, at http://www.dolets.gov/atels_bat/top-25-occupations-2005.cfm

  20. Apprenticeship OccupationsWith Highest Earnings Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Commonly Apprenticed Occupations with the Highest Earnings, at http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/employ/apprentice/apprentice.htm

  21. Apprenticeship OccupationsWith Highest Earnings Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Commonly Apprenticed Occupations with the Highest Earnings, at http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/employ/apprentice/apprentice.htm

  22. How to Locate an Apprenticeship • Visit career-counseling offices • Look in newspapers and on job boards • Contact the Bureau of Apprenticeship or the US Department of Labor • Consult the US Department of Labor’s apprenticeship website: http://www.doleta.gov/atels_bat/ Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo courtesy of Goodshoot Images

  23. Applying for an Apprenticeship • Once you find a good apprenticeship program, you have to apply for entrance • Most programs require: • minimum 18 years old • high school diploma • an interview Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo courtesy of Clipart.com

  24. The Interview • Why do you think you would be good at this job? • Have you ever worked as part of a team? • Do you know what the work is like? • What do you think you’ll be doing in 5 or 10 years? • How dependable and resourceful are you? For example, how would you get to work if your car broke down? Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  25. Take a Tour Look for the following: • Is the equipment modern? • Is the work site comfortable and safe? • Do the workers seem willing to teach skills? • What would the work schedule look like? • How would you get to the work site? • A tour is an excellent opportunity to ask employees questions about their jobs Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  26. Pre-apprenticeship Programs School-to-apprenticeship program: • Allows high school students to begin their apprenticeships as juniors and seniors • Work part-time • Earn school credit • After graduation, become a full-time apprentice • To learn more, ask your guidance counselor or call your school district office Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  27. Review Advantages to pursuing a technically oriented career path: • Earn a good living • Learn a trade • Develop your knowledge Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo courtesy of Photos.com

  28. Review • Includes jobs in agriculture, business, manufacturing, and telecommunications • The earning potential varies from job to job • There are several training programs you can take advantage of now, even in high school! Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  29. Summary • The advantages of a technically oriented career path • Job classifications associated with technically oriented career paths • The earning potential of a technically oriented career path • Four ways to pursue this career path Chapter 2, Lesson 2

  30. Next • Today we’ve learned about the advantages of a technically oriented career path • Next we’ll learn about career paths that require a college or university education Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo courtesy of Clipart.com

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