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Post Secondary Education
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
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Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Graduation Requirements• 24 Credits total• 4 English • 4 Math
– Algebra 1, Geometry and two equally rigorous courses
• 3 Science – Biology
• 3 Social Studies– World History, U.S. History , 0.5 credit of
U.S. Government, 0.5 credit of Economics
• 1 Performing/Fine Arts• 1 HOPE • 8 Electives• 1 Online Course • 2.0 unweighted GPA
• Passing score on FCAT 2.0 Reading– Or have a concordant score for the ACT or
SAT
• Passing score on Algebra 1 EOC• Must take Geometry, Biology and U.S.
History EOC – 30% of Final Grade
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Online Course Requirement
• www.flvs.net • Recommended classes:
– Driver’s Education– Law Studies– Parenting Skills– Personal & Family Finance
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post
secondary options.
Bright Futures Scholarship• 16 Credits to Qualify• 4 English • 4 Math• 3 Science• 3 Social Studies• 2 years of a Foreign
Language
• Other Qualifications• 3.0 unweighted GPA• Qualifying ACT or SAT
scores• Community Service
Hours
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Post Secondary Education:
Why is it important?
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
•Information Technology
•Biotechnical and Environmental Sciences
•Health Related Occupation
Top Fields in the US
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Fastest Growing in FL # Employed
Occupation 2008 2018 %change
11
Biomedical engineers 520 840 62%
2 Home health aides 30,480 47,860 57%
3 Medical scientists, except epidemiologists 2,640 3,870 47%
4 Biochemists and biophysicists 110 160 46%
5 Physician assistants 3,900 5,490 41%
6 Personal and home care aides 13,890 19,430 40%
7 Radiation therapists 1,270 1,730 35%
8 Financial examiners 610 800 32%
9 Dental hygienists 9,030 11,890 32%
10 Physical therapist assistants 3,550 4,660 31%
11 Dental assistants 15,280 19,990 31%
12 Medical assistants 34,830 45,540 31%
13 Athletic trainers 670 870 30%
14 Physical therapists 11,790 15,250 29%
15 Pharmacy technicians 20,740 26,710 29%
16 Occupational therapist assistants 1,130 1,450 29%
17 Audiologists 750 960 28%
18 Surgical technologists 5,930 7,570 28%
19 Occupational therapists 6,100 7,670 26%
20 Medical and public health social workers 5,570 6,970 25%
21 Compliance officers, except agriculture, construction, health and safety, and transportation
19,170 23,980 25%
22 Cardiovascular technologists and technicians 5,010 6,230 24%
23 Veterinary technologists and technicians 6,560 8,160 24%
24 Court reporters 1,920 2,390 24%
25 Medical equipment repairers 3,250 4,030 24%
***These are the occupations that are projected to grow the fastest during the 2008-2018 time period. This does not mean these are the occupations with the most openings.
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Career Exploration: Getting Started
1• Learn more about yourself.• Take interest and ability assessments.
2
• Identify some career possibilities.• Explore/Research the matches you receive
from the assessments/inventories you take.
3• Decide on a general field of interest.• How will you prepare for this field?
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Interest Inventory*ASVAB will be given in the Spring!*
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Interest Inventory• Realistic
– Automotive Mechanic, Electrician, Landscaping.
• Investigative– Scientist, Psychologist, Doctor.
• Artistic– Creative Writer,
Photographers, Graphic Designers.
• Social – Recruiter, Health Care
Workers, Education.
• Enterprising– Finance, Hospitality, Law.
• Conventional– Accounting, Human
Resources, Bookkeeping.
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Internet Resourceswww.careerkey.org• Free interest inventory• 17 foundational skills needed
of all HIGH PERFORMANCEwww.careerinfonet.org• Watch videos about the 16
clusters• Lists of jobs with the most
projected openings in Floridawww.onetonline.org
• Explore Careers • Career Matching with Interests
www.facts.org• Interest inventory/career
exploration• Program / College Major
searchhttp://www.bls.gov/oco/• Occupational Outlook
Handbook– training education needed– earnings– expected job prospects– what workers do on the job– working conditions
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
What Are You Looking For In Postsecondary
Education?• Community College?• Career or Technical College?• Military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard)?
• A Four-Year College/University?• In-state or Out of State?• Small or large classes?• Specific degree?• Low tuition, fees and housing?
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Community Colleges
• Career programs to receive certificates or diplomas.
• Two-year programs to earn Associate Degrees. • Begin your education at a community college
and transfer to a four-year college to earn a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Choose from Valencia College or Seminole State.
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Why Community College?• Affordable (Tuition is about half the cost of a four-year
school.)• Will accept all high school graduates and students with
a GED.• Many courses are transferable to a 4-year college –
consult the college counselor.• Closer to home.• Less stressful transition from High School.• Opportunity to build remedial skills, before taking the
plunge at a university• Job training courses that lead to a career in two years .
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Why Four Year College ?• Opportunities to earn professional degrees beyond
the Bachelor’s degree (Master’s Degrees, Doctorate Degrees, Specialist Degrees)
• Large Campus life with many opportunities to get involved
• Sorority/Fraternity Interest
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Four Year CollegeTop Factors in admission’s decisions: 1. Grades in college preparatory courses (Honors, AP or Dual
Enrollment)2. Strength of curriculum (rigor).3. ACT/SAT test scores4. Overall high school GPAOther important factors :- Essay and personal resume- Class rank- Extracurricular Activities- Community service or volunteer work
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Career and Technical Schools
• Offer customized training for business and
industry. Students are prepared to enter directly into their career field.
• For a list of career and technical school programs in Orange County visit: http://www.reinventme.net/
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Why Career and Technical Schools ?
• Short Term Training• Small Classes with hands on opportunities• Low cost tuition at public schools• There are over 100 career fields to choose from• OCPS Tech centers have a 96% job placement rate• For a list of career and technical school programs
in Orange County visit: http://www.reinventme.net/
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Why Military ?• Devotion to serve your country• Opportunity for Military Career Training and
College• Monetary benefits that can last a lifetime• Full Time employment options and job security
for enlisted personnel• Short Term or Long Term commitment options
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
What Else Do You Need To Consider?
• Do you meet the admission’s requirements?• Will you attend part time or full time?• Do you need a: certificate, an Associate’s
Degree, a Bachelor’s Degree or higher to achieve your career goals in life?
• Do you want to attend a public (UCF, FGCU, FAMU) or a private (Rollins, Stetson,) school?
• Do you need to live at home or close to home?• Do you know the cost to attend?
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Pathway to Careers
Career Interest?
Bachelor's Degree in Digital
Media: 120 hours
UCF$23,760
(estimation)
Available Jobs/Careers
Career Interest?
Associate's Degree in
Digital Media: 61 hours
VCC
$6,042(estimation )
Available Jobs/Careers
Career Interest?
Bachelor's Degree in
Digital Arts : 145 hours
Full Sail
$77,500(estimation)
Available Jobs/Careers
Career Interest?
Career Certificate Digital Audio
Orlando Tech
$2,615(estimation)
Available Jobs/Careers
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post
secondary options.
Get Started!!!
Research! Research!! Research!!!Visit websites:
• Admission Requirements?• Admission Deadlines?
• Essay Required?• Recommendation Required?
• Scholarship Deadlines?Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Which College is Right for You?
www.facts.org– College Match-Up– College Locator– Degree Searches– Program / Certificate Searches
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Narrow It Down….
Choose 4-5 Schools:• 2 Dream Schools• 2 Obtainable Schools
– I am working to meet the requirements for entry
• 1 Safety School– I already meet the requirements
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
What Else?
• Retake SAT or ACT– When registering, have scores sent to 4
colleges at no charge• Create a personal resume to give to people you
ask to write letters of recommendation.• Be Organized: Keep track of all your applications
and any correspondence you have had with the schools.
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
JUNIOR CHECKLIST• 1st semester• · Check credits to make sure you are on track for graduation. • · Challenge yourself in your classes.• · Stay on top of your school work by frequently checking ProgressBook.• · Attend College and Career Fairs• · Take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) for the career exploration tools it provides you.• · Review College or Post Secondary entrance requirements.• · Make an appointment with your counselor when you have questions.
• 2nd semester• · Register to take the SAT and/or ACT. • · Students who are athletes should check out NCAA requirements. • · Plan a program of study for your senior year with your Counselor at the time of course registration.• · Plan Post Secondary visits with your parent and/or guardian.• · Discuss with your parents and your counselor where you want to go to school. • Take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) for the career exploration tool it provides you• Attend the Financial Aid night
• Summer before your Senior Year• · Student athletes should register with the NCAA Clearinghouse. www.ncaaclearinghouse.net • · Select the top 5 post secondary institutes that best meet your interests.• · Make sure to include a “sure bet”, two or three “good prospects”, and a “dream school”.• · Be sure to contact your top college / post secondary choices for applications and scholarships. • · Request catalogs, applications, financial aid information, and specific information about your field of study. • · Request a copy of your transcripts to review for errors.
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Choices for Next Year
Dual Enrollment
• Technical Center
• Valencia State College
• University of Central FloridaGoal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.
Oh, the places you will go! You’ll be on your way up! You’ll be seeing great
sights! You’ll join the high fliers who soar to high heights!!
Goal: To increase students knowledge of graduation requirements and post secondary options.