The Hook-UP for Florida - American Friends Service Committee [PDF]

The Hook-UP for

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Making the CONNECTION Between HIGH SCHOOL &

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Supporting Yourself Structure Independence Growth Change Serving Your A Resource for Young People Exploring MAKING THE CONNECTION FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO A GREAT FUTURE: Peaceful Country Possibilities for Their Future: Focus on Florida

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MAKING THE CONNECTION FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO A GREAT FUTURE: A Resource for Young People Exploring Peaceful Possibilities for Their Future Making the Connection is a resource for young people exploring peaceful possibilities for their future. AFSC is a Quaker peace and justice organization. We believe that young people often join the military because they believe there are no other alternatives. We have created this guide to help young people see the full range of options available to them. According to the National Priorities Project, Recruitment 2008, thirteen of the 100 counties that are most heavily recruited by the military are located in Florida. This guide, while useful to youth throughout the state, is most useful to young people in Miami-Dade County and Hillsborough. Published by: American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) 637 S. Dearborn, Ste. 3 Chicago, IL 60605 http://www.afsc.org/chicago/

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Project Coordinators: Darlene Gramigna Compiled by: Lucy Dale To order, please contact Darlene Gramigna at (312) 427-2533 or email [email protected].

Please consider adopting a school by making a donation that would allow the distribution of this booklet at a high school of your choice. American Friends Service Committee’s Great Lakes Regional Office developed this regional guide based on What’s Next, written and published by AFSC’s National Youth and Militarism Program and Great Jobs, Careers, and Future written and published by AFSC’s Pasadena Office and the Coalition Against Militarism in our Schools. The cover was adapted from Pasadena’s Great Jobs, Careers, and Futures. We have attempted to list resources that may be of use to young people; however, AFSC does not endorse or guarantee any of the organizations or programs in this document. All information contained in this publication is subject to changes by the individual institutions offering the programs. If you need further information, or have suggestions that should be included in this publication, or if you want to support our efforts in helping young people in their pursuit of nonviolent careers, please contact us at the above address.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section One: Getting Started  Getting Started  Planning a Career • In-Person Help • Online Help  Exploring the Possibilities • Fastest Growing Occupations • Hot Jobs • Focus on Healthcare • Training by Industry Section Two: Training for the Future  Finding Your Perfect College  Private, Public, or Community? • Community Colleges: A Very Smart Place to Begin • Selecting A College • Paying for College • Special Circumstances  Finding Your Perfect Training Program • Trade Schools • Apprenticeships and Internships • Small Business Training Section Three: Serving and Exploring  Making a Difference in Your Community  Living an Adventure During Your Gap Year Section Four: Resources  Getting Started  Contacting the Organizations in This Document  Questions for Military Recruiters And The Answers They Should Give You!

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SECTION ONE: GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED: WHAT’S NEXT? You may almost be out of high school or preparing to make other life transitions. You’re not sure what’s next, but you know you’re in for some changes—a temporary job, a new school, even taking a year or two off from college or a career to explore. Do you want to: Have an adventure? Go to college? Serve your country or community?

Earn money for college? Try out a new career?

Making the Connection is designed to help high school students and other young adults begin to explore peaceful possibilities for their future. This guide will list lots of ways to get the advice, education, and experiences you need to find and keep rewarding, exciting, and well-paid jobs and careers. We hope this guide will help you begin to see the many choices around you; however, we strongly suggest that you also meet with a career counselor at your high school, college, or adult school or seek out career counseling at a local community organization for more information and to help plan next steps. The Internet is a tool that will lead you to many, many opportunities. New choices come up everyday! The public library is a great place to start. Most branches offer free classes on how to use the Internet, as well as free Internet access. NOTE: Use your best judgment when using the Internet: be cautious when giving out personal information, even your email. Remember: You do not need to decide right now what you want to do with your whole life, but the decisions you make now can help you prepare for a career that will bring you financial security and fulfillment. PREPARING FOR THE JOURNEY When you’re making changes—from high school or something else—not knowing can be the hardest part. It may help to:  Get Help: Talking to career counselors or adults you trust can help you make good decisions.  Search the Internet: The Internet is a great resource. Many libraries and community groups will let you use the Internet for free.  Take Small Steps: When in doubt, make a smaller change instead of a huge leap.  Find What’s Exciting to You: Reflect on what inspires you and what you feel passionate about. Then, find a job that allows you to live your passion every day.  Experiment: Test reality by taking action (take a class, apply for a job, get an internship).  Surround Yourself with People Who Support You: Connect with people who believe in you, provide healthy support, and provide constructive criticism.


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PLANNING A CAREER:

YOU SHOULD KNOW!

TAKING THE MYSTERY OUT OF WHAT’S NEXT Do you know now what career you want? If your answer is, “No,” you’re not alone. It may help to think about your interests, your skills, your education and training options, and your resources. Exploring all of your options is an important first step down any path. If you need help, you’ll find resources for learning about jobs and careers. Several free tools are online or at most job counselors’ offices that can help you research careers and even learn about yourself and what kind of job you might enjoy. Please note, however, that while online tests can be interesting and helpful to get you thinking about all of your options, you are the ultimate expert on you.

IN-PERSON HELP

It’s true most of the time that you can just change jobs or quit, but there is one major exception. If you decide to join the military, leaving can result in a dishonorable discharge, which could harm your future employment opportunities. Also, it is difficult to switch jobs in the military. So, if you train as a cook, don’t expect to switch to a computer tech later. And skills and certifications you learn in the military may have no civilian counterpart once you leave the military.

It’s best to talk with people who are “in the know.” In addition to talking with your school counselors, people at job fairs, ministers, parents or friends of parents, here are a few government resources and community centers that may be able to help you. Many of the community groups and job training sites found on pages 20 can help. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES JOB CORPS http://www.jobcorps.gov/Home.aspx Job Corps is a free education and training program that helps young people learn a career, earn a high school diploma or GED, and find and keep a good job. Job Corps centers are found in Miami, Jacksonville, Gainesville and Homestead. Call (800) 733JOBS or (800) 733-5627 for more information.

STATE OF FLORIDA FOR AGENCY FOR WORKFORCE INNOVATION http://www.floridajobs.org/index.html The state workforce agency directly administers the state’s Labor Market Statistics program, Unemployment Compensation, Early Learning and various workforce development programs. This site provides a directory of one-stop locations in various counties of Florida. Explore your interests and find job planning resources, skills, and job prospects. You can also call (850) 245-7105.


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Many of the following government programs offer good services, but accessing them can be challenging. Be persistent -- call ahead to make certain the office closest to you offers the services you need!

Some are even COMPREHENSIVE ONE STOP CAREER CENTERS (see sidebar). To find the One Stop Center closes to you, go to http://www.servicelocator.org/. For help finding one near you, call 1-888-967-5663 (1-888-WORK-ONE). Florida’s Job Centers (Partial List)* Carol City Career (305) 620-8012 Center East Orange County WorkForce (407) 531-1227 Central Florida Escarosa Career (850) 607-8700 Center-Pensacola Gateway Jacksonville WorkSource Career Services

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4690 NW 183 St. Miami, FL 33055 5166 East Colonial Dr. Orlando, FL 32803 3670-A North L St. Pensacola, FL 5000-2 Norwood Avenue Jacksonville, FL

SOUTH FLORIDA WORK FORCE http://www.southfloridaworkforce.com/w/locationsCareerCenter.html

For a complete list of South Florida Work Force l career center locations. Career Centers offer youth between the ages of 18 through 21, job postings and referrals, resume writing tools, interest and aptitude tests, financial aid information, interview and job preparation tools, GED study classes and materials and many other resources. Career Centers also offer a full range of services to older youth and adults that include but, are not limited to: employment, training and educational activities. CAREER AND CENTERS OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA http://www.careerandservicecenter.org/local.htm Provides training services, employment and education resources for job seekers as well as career center locations. CAREER-ONE-STOP PATHWAYS TO CAREER SUCCESS http://www.servicelocator.org/ Employers and jobseekers can find the services they need at a convenient One-Stop Career Center. Or find other service provider locations relevant to employment, training, and economic development. Choose a search type and enter a zip code to find local services near you.

COMPREHENSIVE ONE STOP CAREER CENTERS Many of these “one stop service centers” offer: career counseling; free-job related telephone, internet, fax, and copy services; GED exam preparation; ESL classes; information on schools and training programs. Many offer youth services including learning how to write and post your resume; preparing for job interviews; and finding summer jobs and internships. Some centers can even help you find living expenses while in training, find childcare, and find financial aid.

CHIPOLA REGIONAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT http://www.onestopahead.com/onestop/training/ Chipola Regional Workforce Development Board provides integrated high-quality resources so workers, job seekers and businesses can find the services they need in a one-stop environment. One-Stop Ahead provides the public sector with job search AFSC Great Lakes Region: Making the Connection in FLORIDA 2009

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services, career enhancement services, sources for funding and assistance to employers to promote economic development.

ONLINE HELP: You can also go to career websites online, but there’s no substitute for talking with professional job counselors. Many websites have information useful for exploring job opportunities and training programs and even finding jobs. Browse! Career Voyage: http://www.careervoyages.gov/ You can explore hundreds of different careers, learn about job prospects and educational requirements for those jobs, and even watch videos about what they are like! The CAREER COMPASS will also help you match your interests with career choices. 

America’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org/acinet/ Look here to find out about wages and employment trends, occupational requirements, state-by-state labor markets conditions, employer contacts nationwide, financial aid information, and the most extensive career resource library online. 

Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ This is a great site for information about hundreds of different types of jobs – such as teaching, practicing law, and nursing. The OOH tells you: the training and education needed, job responsibilities, average wages, and job prospects. 

What Interests You? : http://www.bls.gov/k12 Find jobs that match your interests at this US Department of Labor site. 

Career and Tech School Finder: http://www.khake.com Explore vocational and technical careers, check out the skills employers really want, find a trade school, research technical topics and take a look at the current job market. 

Do you want to be: An artist? A zoologist? A teacher? An actor? A bus driver? A social worker? A politician? A lawyer? A recording artist? While we have only featured those careers that appear on the ”Fastest Growing Jobs” or “Best Bet Jobs” lists in this guide, there are thousands of other career possibilities . . . many of which are included in the online websites linked here or at your career counselor’s office!

Occupational Information Network (O*NET) http://online.onetcenter.org/ Describes key attributes and characteristics of workers and occupations. You can FIND OCCUPATIONS, complete a skill search, and find inform information about in-demand jobs. 

Princeton Review Career quiz: http://www.princetonreview.com/cte/quiz/career_quiz1.asp Create a free account and complete a 24-question quiz to identify your interest and style and link to careers that may be a match. You can then learn about the requirements, pay, and day-to-day characteristics of that job. 


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Employ Florida Marketplace: https://www.employflorida.com/ Provides education and training services, resources to creating a resume and assistance in finding a job.

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Florida Career Centers: http://www.floridacareercenters.org/ Career Services Directors from all 10 Public Universities. You can view a list of these Universities and link to their websites. Each year the Florida Career Centers collaborate to organize the Statewide Job Fair. For this event, students and others affiliated with the member institutions are invited to a central location where they can obtain career information from participating recruiters.

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JobTRAININGClasses.net: http://jobtrainingclasses.net/main_eng.shtml Get trained in the high-wage trade of your choice. Whether you are recently out of high school, a victim of downsizing, or just looking to upgrade your skills, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) helps you find an affordable career technical education program in one of several areas that are in high demand.

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Workforce Central Florida: http://www.workforcecentralflorida.com/jobseekers/hot_jobs.asp Browse through Hot Jobs, where employers in Central Florida have special opportunities today. Any of our WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA offices can help find additional job leads, and provide you with the tools you need to find your next job in Central Florida.

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Workforce Florida:

http://www.workforceflorida.com/

The Workforce Florida board is comprised of three standing committees -- Executive, Finance, and One-Stop--and three standing councils. The councils, Youth Development, Career, and Business Competitiveness, are tasked with developing strategies to target the needs of job seekers and employers across the employment spectrum-from entry into the workforce to cultivating workers to fill coveted high skill/high demand jobs. 

WorkNet. PINELLAS: http://www.worknetpinellas.org/ WorkNet Pinellas has partnered with PTEC, St. Petersburg College, the Pinellas Education Foundation and Pinellas County Economic Development to bring you an information technology industry forum that will focus on current and emerging workforce needs. Provides information for job seekers, youth programs and career resources.

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EXPLORING THE POSSIBILITIES

JOB SHADOW: Many of the new jobs out there today are in service industries—businesses that: sell items (retail), move To “shadow” or follow an adult people (tourism) or money (banking), or provide services friend at his or her job, ask questions, watch what he/she (education, legal help, health care). Many service jobs are does, and/or look for an in retail. That’s why it may not be hard to find low paying internship or apprenticeship. retail jobs at fast food restaurants or in the mall. Some careers in retail can be dead ends, depending on what other training you get and whether you will be able to rise in the ranks quickly enough to offset the initial low wages. Landing a different type of job that pays on the higher end usually means getting specialized training and skills. A good idea, in this economic climate, is to “job shadow”. Start to learn what people do in different jobs. Once you see actual possibilities, you’ll have a better idea of what you’ll want to do. There are choices: you’ll just have to look around to see them!

THE 20 FASTEST GROWING JOBS IN THE UNITED STATES

The numbers of openings in these jobs are expected to grow the fastest during the next five to seven years. The Fastest Growing Occupations, 2006-16 From the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2007, lists the following careers: 1. Network Systems & Data 11. SKIN CARE SPECIALIST Communications Analyst 12. Financial Analyst 2. Personal and home care aides 13. SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICE 3. HOME HEALTH AIDES ASSISTANTS 4. COMPUTER SOFTWARE ENGINEERS, 14. Gaming surveillance officers and APPLICATIONS gaming investigators 5. Veterinary technologists and technicians 15. PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANTS 6. PERSONAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS 16. PHARMACY TECHNICIANS 7. Makeup artists, theatrical and 17. FORENSIC SCIENCE TECHNITIANS performance 18. DENTAL HYGIENIST 8. MEDICAL ASSISTANTS 19. MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE 9. VETERINARIANS ABUSE SOCIAL WORKERS 10. SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND BEHAVIOR 20. MARRIAGE AND FAMILY DISORDER COUNSELORS THERAPISTS CHECK IT OUT! Jobs labeled in CAPITAL LETTERS are in the health care field. http://www.bls.gov/emp/emptab21.htm


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FLORIDA’S HOT JOBS 2009!

The Following information (including descriptions and pay) is excerpted from Florida’s Labor market statistics. Please note, that this IS NOT the starting wage. Education indicates the Most Common Educational/Training Level. Hot jobs are jobs growing faster than the average for all occupations in the area (1.65%), have at least 50 annual openings, have an entry wage of at least $10.11 hr and have an average wage of at least $12.44hr. To see a full list of the fastest growing jobs in Florida go to http://www.whatpeopleareasking.com/hot_jobs.asp?port=J1 NETWORK SYSTEMS AND DATA COMMUNICATIONS ANALYSTS: PAY: $40,850.96 Analyze, design, test, and evaluate network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), Internet, intranet, and other data communications systems. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. Research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software. Include telecommunications specialists who deal with the interfacing of computer and communications equipment. May supervise computer programmers.

COMPUTER SOFTWARE ENGINEERS, APPLICATIONS: PAY: $49,165.32 Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. Exclude "Computer Hardware Engineers". PARALEGALS AND LEGAL ASSISTANTS PAY: $31,285.31 Assist lawyers by researching legal precedent, investigating facts, or preparing legal documents. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

SURVEYORS PAY: $32,838.95 Make exact measurements and determine property boundaries. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, mapmaking, mining, land evaluation, construction, and other purposes. FINANCIAL ANALYSTS PAY: $43,395.26 Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions. COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYSTS PAY: $44,444.74 Analyze science, engineering, business, and all other data processing problems for application to electronic data processing systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software. Exclude persons working primarily as "Engineers", "Mathematicians", or "Scientists". May supervise computer programmers. TILE AND MARBLE SETTERS PAY: $21,842.62 Apply hard tile, marble, and wood tile to walls, floors, ceilings, and roof decks.

Excerpted From: http://www.acinet.org/acinet/oview1.asp?next=oview1&Level=Overall&optstatus=&jobfam=&id=1&nodeid=3&soccode=&ShowAll=&stfips=12


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FOCUS ON HEALTHCARE Healthcare offers it all: well-paying work that’s on the cutting edge of science and technology, the opportunity to serve others, and excellent potential for advancement. More than half of the nation’s 20 fastest growing jobs are in the healthcare field. Healthcare careers featured on the nation’s fastest growing list and some of those that qualify as Florida’s “hot” jobs are featured below. Many schools and programs can help prepare you for a career in healthcare; some are listed below each description. See page 32 for school contact information. Find additional schools at http://www.allalliedhealthschools.com/. Description, requirements and pay based on the Occupational Outlook Handbook at http://www.bls.gov/oco/. Pay is the median (middle) income in 2006. PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT: Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training. Requirements: on the job training Pay: $41,360 Schools: Keiser University-fort Lauderdale and South University – West Palm Beach PHARMACY TECHNICIANS: Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, and count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications. Requirements: preferably certified Pay: $12.32 PER HOUR Schools: Everest Institute – Ft. Lauderdale, High Tech Institute – Orlando, MedVance Institute – Ft. Lauderdale, North Florida Institute – Orange Park, Sanfort-Brown Institute – Ft. Lauderdale, Technical Career Institute – Miami, University of Phoenix - Various Locations MEDICAL ASSISTANTS: Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician. Exclude "Physician Assistants". REQUIREMENTS: Some medical assistants are trained on the job, but many complete 1-year or 2-year programs PAY: $12.32 PER HOUR SCHOOLS: ATI Career Training Center-Fort Lauderdale, ATI College of Health-Miami, Brown Makie College – Miami, Everest Institute – Ft. Lauderdale, High Tech Institute – Orlando, Keiser University – Dayton Beach, MedVance Institute – Fat. Lauderdale, Sanfort-Brown Institute – Ft. Lauderdale, Technical Career Institute – Miami. DENTAL HYGIENIST: Examines and cleans teeth; teaches good oral hygiene; does basic Procedures. Requirements: Associate degree from accredited program, license to practice Pay: $30.19 per hour Schools: Lincoln College of Technology – West Palm Beach,


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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST: Rehabilitate[s] people with mental, physical, emotional or developmental impairments; helps people recover from injuries or illness and return to daily activities and to learn to live with permanent injury. Requirements: Master’s degree or PhD, license to practice Pay: $60,470 Schools: Keiser University – Fort Lauderdale DENTAL ASSISTANT: Aids a dentist in treating patients, keeps medical records, prepares rooms, assists dentist during procedures, performs basic procedures Requirements: On the job training, high school diploma or GED to enroll in dental assisting programs (usually 1 year or less to complete) Pay: $14.53 Schools: Concorde Career Institute – Jacksonville, High Tech Institute – Orlando, SanfordBrown Institute – Ft. Lauderdale, Technical Career Institute – Miami, North Florida Institute, Orange Park, Lincoln College of Technology – West Palm Beach, Everest University – Jacksonville. PHYSICAL THERAPIST: Helps patients improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. Requirements: Master’s degree or PhD; license to practice Pay: $66,200 Schools: Keiser University – Fort Lauderdale and South University – West Palm Beach HEALTH EDUCATOR: Promote, maintain, and improve individual and community health by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors. Collect and analyze data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies and environments. May also serve as a resource to assist individuals, other professionals, or the community, and may administer fiscal resources for health education programs. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and master’s degree may be required for some positions. Pay: $41,330 Schools: University of Phoenix – Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa. MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of professional services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders. Exclude "Social Workers" and "Psychologists" of all types. Requirements: Pay: $45.330 Schools: Argosy University- Sarasota campus PERSONAL AND HOME CARE AIDE: Assist elderly or disabled adults with daily living activities at the person's home or in a daytime non-residential facility. Duties performed at a place of residence may include keeping house (making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes) and preparing meals. May provide meals and supervised activities at non-residential care facilities. May advice families, the elderly, and disabled on such things as nutrition, cleanliness, and household utilities. Requirements: On the job training, certification once hired. Pay: $8.54 RADIATION THERAPY: Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization. Requirements: Associates or bachelor’s degrees Pay: $66,170 Schools: Everest University – Brandon – Tampa, Keiser University – Dayton Beach, MedVance Institute – Ft. Lauderdale, Sanfort-Brown Institute – Ft. Lauderdale, Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater


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TRAINING BY INDUSTRY Find a training program at your local community college or job training program. Much of the information found below was found on Career Voyages website at http://www.careervoyages.gov/. Find the contact information for each program listed below on page 26: This is not a complete list of Florida programs. Auto Services: Do you like cars? Train to be a: car sales person, service manager, technician, or more! Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center, Mid Florida Tech, Broward Community College, Brewster Technical Center, D G Erwin Technical Center, Westside Tech Computer and Technology: Are you good with computers? Train to be a network system administrator, computer support specialist, computer programmer, or more! Atlantic Technical Center, Lee County High Tech Center North, Miami Lakes Educational Center, Mid Florida Tech, Okaloosa Applied Technology Center, Robert Morgan Educational Center, Sarasota County Technical Institute, Sheridan Technical Center, South Florida Community College, Tom P Haney Technical Center

Construction: Do you like working with your hands? Train to be a: carpenter, electrician, welder, home inspector, air conditioning/heating specialist, or more! Broward Community College, Valencia Community College, Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center, Lee County High Tech Center Central, Robert Morgan Educational Center, Hillsborough Community College.

Healthcare: Do you like helping people? Train to be a: nurse, medical assistant, dental assistant, x-ray technician, or more! Lee County High Tech Center Central, Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center, Robert Morgan Educational Center, Valencia Community College. Business/Sales: Are you a natural sales person? Train to be a: business administrator, marketing expert, sales person, or more! Westside Tech, D G Erwin Technical Center.

Restaurants and Hospitality: Do you enjoy cooking or entertaining? Train to be a: chef, bookkeeper, restaurant or hotel manager, salesperson, or more! Broward Community College, Central Florida Community College, Hillsborough Community College, Indian River Community College, Valencia Community College

Keep in mind, there are many other training options for the above fields; check out: http://www.khake.com/ to find vocational and technical schools; www.careervoyages.gov to find apprenticeships in the above industries; www.princetonreview.com/to search for four-year colleges in your field of choice!


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SECTION TWO: TRAINING FOR THE FUTURE FINDING YOUR PERFECT COLLEGE

Being a college or university student is hard, but it’s also fun and exciting. It’s a time in life where you can concentrate fully on learning what you enjoy and on what will help you find a well-paid and meaningful career.

PRIVATE, PUBLIC, OR COMMUNITY? OK, now you have decided to go to college, but how do you choose the one that’s best for you. Public and private colleges offer degrees in all areas of professional life. Degrees vary in time and cost, ranging from a two-year associate’s degree for many skilled labor professions (e.g., nurse, mechanic) to a four-year bachelor’s degree and beyond. The following chart comes from: Trends in College Pricing 2008, Table 2: Sample Average Undergraduate Budgets, 2007-2008 (Enrollment Weighted) as found at professionals.collegeboard.com/profdownload/trends-in-college-pricing-2008.pdf in May 2007. Sector

Tuition and Fees

Book and Supplies

Room and Board

Transportation

Other Expenses

Total Expenses

Public Two Year On Campus $2,402 $1,306 -----Commuter $2,402 $1,306 $7,341 $1,308 $1,895 $14,504 Public Four Year In-State On Campus $6,585 $1,077 $7,748 $1,010 $1,906 $18,326 Commuter $6,585 $1,077 $7,814 $1,401 $2,197 $19,074 Out of State On $17,452 $1,077 $7,748 $1,010 $1,906 $29,193 Campus Private Four Year On Campus $25,143 $1,054 $8,989 $807 $1,397 $37,390 Commuter $25,143 $1,054 $7,696 $1,241 $1,784 $36,918 Enrollment-weighted tuition and fees are derived by weighting the price changed by each institution by the number of full-time students enrolled in 2007-08. Public four-year-in-state charges are weighted by total 2007-8 full-time enrollments in each institution. Out-of-state tuition and fees are computed by adding the average in-state price to the out-of-state premium weighted by the number of full-time out-of-state students enrolled at each institution. The number of students residing on campus weights room and board charges.

COMMUNITY COLLEGES: A VERY SMART PLACE TO BEGIN YOUR HIGHER EDUCATION Less money, less stress! Community colleges are known as “2 year” colleges because you can get an Associate Degree in 2 years. Community colleges are also a great springboard to a university to earn a bachelor’s degree. Community colleges often offer extra support for students, who need help with academics, as well as working students and parents. Many offer excellent career certificates and licensing programs and they usually cost less than 4-year colleges and universities. You can find any community college in any state on this site: http://www.aacc.nche.edu


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http://www.mdc.edu/main/  300 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, FL    (305) 2373316  Miami Dade College is the largest and most diverse college in the nation. With eight campuses and over 160,000 students from across the world, the College offers over 200 programs of study and several degree options, including vocational, associate, and baccalaureate degrees. MDC features numerous Community Education classes, online credit classes through the Virtual College, the New World School of the Arts and The Honors College.

Miami Dade College

Hillsborough Community College P.O. Box 31127, Tampa, FL

http://www.hccfl.edu/ (813) 253-7000

Associates degree, diploma, certificate, degree transfer programs in many different areas including: accounting technology, automotive technology, Business administration, computers, cosmetology, criminal arts, culinary arts, education, fire and rescue, heating and air conditioning technology, human services, early childhood, medical assisting, nursing, pharmacy, plumbing, radiography, real estate, respiratory care, zoo animal technology. Broward College http://www.broward.edu/ 111 East Las Olas Boulevard (954) 201-7401 Broward Community College is located on 150 beautifully landscaped acres just 11 miles west of Fort Lauderdale Beach, BCC Central Campus offers you a comprehensive curriculum of university transfer and career/technical programs that prepare you for a career in such areas as business administration, computer and information technology, and health sciences and technologies. Programs of note are those in the natural sciences, humanities, broadcasting and computer certified technologies that serve as a critical link between higher education and the rapidly changing workforce.

Valencia Community College

http://www.valenciacc.edu

1800 South Kirkman Road, Orlando, FL

(407) 582-3250

Valencia has become an innovative leader in higher Osceola Campus education with a national reputation for teaching excellence. With four campuses and two centers in the Orlando area, Valencia is now the third largest of Florida's 28 community colleges, teaching more than 50,000 students a year. Valencia has hundreds of corporate education/training partnerships, including those with Florida Hospital, Lockheed Martin, NationsBank, Sea World, SmithKline/Beecham, and Universal Studios. Tallahassee Community College 444 Appleyard Drive

http://www.tcc.fl.edu (850) 201-8660

With upwards of 60,000 college students from across the country and abroad attending Florida State University, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University and TCC, Florida's capital city is a melting pot of cultures and ideas. With excellent academic support and classroom facilities and Web-based classes, TCC offers a variety of instructional methods to ensure student success. TCC is recognized, annually, in Community College Week's Top 100 colleges for the number of associate degrees awarded.

Pensacola Junior College 1000 College Boulevard

http://www.pjc.edu (850) 484-1000

Pensacola Junior College is a public, comprehensive community college that was founded in 1948. Today, PJC serves Northwest Florida and Southern Alabama. PJC is widely recognized as a premiere two-year college that competes with the best – offering more than 100 majors and areas of concentration, along with the latest high-tech resources and exciting opportunities. The college offers fullservice campuses in Milton, Pensacola and Warrington, as well as the Downtown Center and PJC Center at Pensacola Naval Air Station. More than 37 percent of graduating seniors from local high schools begin college life at PJC.

Seminole Community College 100 Weldon Boulevard

http://www.scc-fl.edu (407) 708-2010

Seminole Community College is a full-service education provider, offering two-year college credit degrees (A.A., A.S.); specialized career certificates; continuing professional education; customized workplace training; adult education; community, leisure and youth programs; and an array of culturally stimulating events, including theatrical and musical performances, planetarium shows, timely guest speakers and a riveting film series.


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SELECTING A COLLEGE

YOU SHOULD KNOW!

What’s The Time Commitment? Certificate = Less than 2 years of college Associates = 2 years of college Bachelors = 4 years of college Masters = Bachelors + 2 years of college PhD = Masters + 2 years+ of college

GOOD WEBSITES TO HELP SELECT A COLLEGE  Student.gov: http://www.students.gov/STUGOVWebApp/Public

A website designed to provide students with ease access to info and resources from the US government, including: choosing, applying, and financing the right college; learning about careers; and even finding volunteer opportunities and getting your passport. 

ACT College Net: http://www.act.org/college_search/fset_col_search.html

Search colleges by type (4 year, 2 year, voc tech, professional), region or state, name of institution, majors offered, size, type of institution (public or private), tuition, campus life, and/or average high school GPA or Free Application for Federal Student test scores. Then, view your potential matches’ profiles and Aid (FAFSA) contact information. Links to online applications at participating A number of government programs can colleges. help you. To get loans from the 

Princeton Review Counselor-O-Matic:

http://www.princetonreview.com/college/research/advsearch /match.asp This online “counselor” matches information you provide (about how you did in high school, your extracurricular activities, your family background, location, and your college and career preferences) with possible colleges. 

College is Possible:

http://www.acenet.edu/Content/NavigationMenu/ProgramsS ervices/CIP/Default896.htm A resource to help students and families plan and find resources to pay for college.

Trip to College: http://www.triptocollege.org/ (877) OUR-GRAD 

A step by step guide through the college planning process at every age, this website provides: a list of Florida colleges; a program that allows the user to search Florida colleges based on your preferences; ideas about how to pay for college; information about completing a FAFSA; and more!

Campus corner http://colleges.campuscorner.com/ 

Our pre-screened Local colleges, universities and vocational schools can help you achieve your career goals with quality degree or diploma programs. 

Florida Virtual School

government, you (and your parents or guardians) must complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The FAFSA is used to determine the amount of your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and your eligibility for federal and state financial aid. The FAFSA form is long (and sometimes confusing) so don’t hesitate to ask for help from your guidance counselor or the financial aid office of any college you are applying to, or visit http://www.finaid.org for useful hints. You can get a paper FAFSA application from any school. You can also fill it out online free at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. Note: The online FAFSA requires moving between about 50 screens, and getting an electronic PIN number for both you and at least one parent or guardian. This takes time so plan ahead.

http://www.flvs.net/students/advisement/index.php Your one stops shop for guidance services where career, college, scholarship, financial aid, advisement area, personal growth items, social skill building and other resources can be found


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COLLEGES IN FLORIDA Information and most popular majors compiled from: http://www.epodunk.com/ Barry College http://www.barry.edu/ Miami Shores, FL Independent, coeducational Catholic university sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Order of Sisters Major bachelor degree programs: Liberal arts, health professions, education, business, public administration 1300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL 33161-6695. Phone number: (305) 899-3000 Florida International University http://www.fiu.edu/ Miami, FL Public, 4-year college Major bachelor degree programs: Business, health professions, education, psychology, computer/information sciences 11200 S.W. 8th Street Miami, Florida 33199 General Information: (305) 348-2000 Florida State University http://www.fsu.edu/ Tallahassee, FL Public, 4-year college Major bachelor degree programs: Business, social sciences, education, communications, home economics University of Central Florida http://www.ucf.edu/ Orlando, FL Public, 4-year college Major bachelor degree programs: Business, education, health professions, psychology, communications Nova Southeastern University http://www.nova.edu/ Private coeducational institution Major bachelor degree programs: Business, education, psychology, biological sciences, law Main Campus, 3301 College Avenue Fort Lauderdale-Davie University of Florida http://www.ufl.edu/ Gainesville, FL Public, 4-year college Major bachelor degree programs: Business, engineering, social sciences, communications, health professions (352) 392-3261 University of Miami http://www6.miami.edu/UMH/CDA/UMH_Main/ Coral Gables, FL Private 4-year college Major bachelor degree programs: Business, visual and performing arts, biological sciences, health professions, engineering Telephone: (305) 284-2211 University of North Florida http://www.unf.edu/ Jacksonville, FL Public, 4-year college Major bachelor degree programs: Business, health professions, education, social sciences, and communications. (904) 620-1000 University of South Florida http://www.usf.edu/index.asp Tampa, FL Public, 4-year college Major bachelor degree programs: Business, education, social sciences, psychology, and engineering 4202 E. Fowler Ave Tampa, Fl 33620, (813) 974-2011 University of Tampa http://www.ut.edu/ Tampa, FL Private 4-year college Major bachelor degree programs: Business, social sciences, education, psychology, and health professions 401 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, Florida (813) 253-3333


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PAYING FOR COLLEGE: You Can Do It! It pays to study the financial aid system. So take some time to figure out how financial aid works. It may seem tough or boring, but the more help you can find, the better you’ll enjoy and focus on your studies. “Financial aid” comes in many forms: * LOANS: money you have to pay back (comes with high or low interest rates) * GRANTS: free money that does not need to be repaid * SCHOLARSHIPS: free money based on merit or skill * WORK STUDY: work part time to help pay your tuition * LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM: Many programs will repay a portion of your student loan if you work in a pre-approved government program. SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY, SERVICE YOUR LOAN!!

Sallie Mae’s College Answers.Com is a website that provides information on many ways to pay for college, including loan forgiveness programs. For more information, go to www.collegeanswer.com/paying/content/pay_loan_forgive.jsp In addition to any wages and/or living allowance provided, these programs also come with an education award that can be used to forgive (cancel) money you owe on student loans.  AmeriCorps*: A federal program that employs over 70,000 people per year to work in the areas of education, healthcare, environmental protection, and public safety. (Receive up to $4,725 after serving a yearlong term). http://www.americorps.org/ (202) 606-5000  Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA)*: As an AmeriCorps program, VISTA focuses on “empowering people in low income areas” by working to help end “hunger, homeless, poverty, and illiteracy.” (Receive up to $4,725 after completing a minimum of 1700 hours.) http://www.americorps.gov/about/programs/vista.asp (202) 606-5000  Teach for America: If you are a college graduate, you can apply to teach in an urban or rural public school. (Receive up to $4,725 each year you serve.) http://www.teachforamerica.org/ (800) 832-1230  Peace Corp: Volunteer in a developing country working in the areas of healthcare, environmental protection, business, or education and a portion of some federal loans will be forgiven. http://www.peacecorps.gov/ (800) 424.8580 There are also loan forgiveness programs for teachers and health care professionals who are working in underserved areas. See College Answers.Com’s webpage for more information! * Awards can be applied to future tuition (up to 7 years from the time you finish the program).

FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS When you apply for financial aid, make certain to check the “strings attached” and make wise decisions. There are many scholarship (merit based) and aid programs for which you may qualify. Qualified students whose families do not earn a lot of money should not shy away from applying to private colleges that appear to be too pricey. These schools often have “need-based” aid, and if they are interested in you (combination of good grades, involvement in interesting activities, minority demographic status, where you live, etc.), they often will provide large grants to reduce your tuition costs. Note, the unemployment of a parent, single-parenthood, and major non-discretionary expenses such as medical bills can move your application into a “need-based” category. If you have such situations, you may be eligible for more than you think.


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SCHOLARSHIP & FINANCIAL AID SITES: 

The Debt-Free College Guide http://debtfree.elearners.com/how-to-pay-for-school/IncentivesStateLanding.aspx?State=FL

Provides way to pay for college, including information on loan forgiveness, repayment programs, scholarship and grants in the state of Florida 

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New College of Florida Scholarships http://www.ncf.edu/admissions/paying-for-college Assists students and their families in finding the financial means necessary to achieve their educational goals. University of Florida Scholarships http://www.admissions.ufl.edu/scholarships.html The University of Florida provides a list of scholarships available for undergraduates. Florida Students Scholarship Grant Programs http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/home/uamain.htm The Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) State Programs, within the Florida Department of Education, administers a variety of postsecondary educational state-funded grants and scholarships, and provides information to students, parents, and high school and postsecondary professionals.

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Princeton Review Scholarship Search: www.princetonreview.com/college/finance/scholar/ Princeton Review Financial Aid Articles: http://www.princetonreview.com/college/finance/ Good information on paying for school, understanding loans, and calculating costs.

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http://www.fastweb.com/ www.Icanaffordcollege.com

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The Wired Scholar: www.wiredscholar.com A great site that helps you learn more about choosing to, applying to, and paying for your college of choice

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The Student Guide to Financial Aid: www.studentaid.ed.gov This guide to financial aid is updated each year and available free online or by calling (800) 433-3243.

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State and Federal Aid: http://www.finaid.org. Find resources for financial aid information.

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Corporation for National Service: www.nationalservice.org AmeriCorps, VISTA and the National Civilian Community Corps hire tens of thousands of people a year to do important work while earning money for college. Contact the Corporation for National Service at 1201 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20525 or at (800) 942-2677.

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Churches, Colleges, and University Loan Sources: www.feat.centeronconscience.org For a listing of other loan sources provided by churches and colleges and universities, see the website or contact Center on Conscience and War at (202) 483-1242.

College Financial Aid for Dummies by Herm Davis and Joyee Lain Kennedy (IDG Books Worldwide, 1999).


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YOU SHOULD KNOW!

Other Sources of Aid: Your school counselor or public library has good information on local sources of financial aid. For example, churches, civic groups, parents’ employers, Veteran’s Administration offices and vocational rehabilitation services all offer financial aid.

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES If you are ineligible for federal financial aid, it is important to contact the Financial Aid Officer at the school you wish to attend. They may know of scholarships or funding options of which you are unaware. Possible reasons you may be ineligible for federal aid: drug conviction, dependency status, refusal to register for selective service, immigration status, or other problems (tax problems, parental refusal to fill out forms). Dependency Status: If your parents will not support you or you are not in contact with them, you may petition the school to consider you as an independent student, meaning you can get financial aid without your parents’ help. In most cases, colleges are reluctant to grant this status, but community colleges may be more helpful. Usually only married students, parents of dependent children, veterans, graduate students, and wards of the court under the age of 24 are considered independent for financial aid purposes. Non-Registrants: If you did not register with Selective Service when you turned 18, or are considering not registering, federal law does not allow you to enroll in federally funded job training programs or to receive federal financial aid for college. To help those who, for reasons of conscience, do not comply with Selective Service laws, the Center on Conscience and War (CCW) provides loans from the Fund for Education and Training (FEAT) www.feat.centeronconscience.org. They also provide a list of schools that will help no registrants financially. Undocumented Students: Being undocumented does not mean that you are unable to attend college, so do not become discouraged. While being an undocumented student disqualifies you from receiving federal financial aid, there are other sources that can help you pay for your education. There are a number of scholarships available for undocumented students. For more information, go to http://www.finaid.org/otheraid/undocumented.phtml

FINDING YOUR PERFECT JOB TRAINING PROGRAM JOB TRAINING PROGRAMS While most good paying jobs require post-secondary training, not all of them require college. There are many good vocational programs available. Vocational programs are offered at universities, community colleges, and even community organizations. Some offer part-time programs, others are intensive full time programs, and some are even residential programs. Check out the ones below!

NOTE: This is not a complete list. Check local organizations or the web for more info. Who have the commitment to give back to the community? Environment AFSC Great Lakes Region: Making the Connection in FLORIDA 2009

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Chipola Regional Workforce Development http://www.onestopahead.com/onestop/youth/index.php The Chipola Regional Workforce One-Stop Centers initiate programs that provide hands on instruction for youth to help them gain knowledge in work related skills, time management, resource management, and leadership development while at the same time encouraging them to recognize their value to the community where they live. Within Region 3, youth can participate in projects that are in partnership with their local city, county or other community based organizations.

http://www.floridaworks.org/ The research based Florida Works Career Building Skills Program was developed with extensive input from Florida businesses through a grant from the Florida Department of Education Division of Workforce Development. Written at a 4th-6th grade reading level it is designed to meet the employment training needs of adults and youth with low literacy skills and limited work experience. There are two components of Florida Works: Job Readiness and Job Retention. There is no cost for Florida Works materials, which can be downloaded from this site, ordered from FHRD on a cost recovery basis, or obtained on a CD Rom. Training is recommended which prepares instructors to use the cooperative learning strategies embedded in the activities, master problem posing techniques and effectively assess participant's progress. 

NORTHEAST FLORIDA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY, INC. http://www.nfcaa.net/about/aboutus.asp One of the largest community action, non-profit groups in Northeast Florida. The agency relies mostly on government funding to promote self-sufficiency in poverty-stricken individuals and families within Baker, Duval, Clay, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam and St. Johns counties. The agency depends on a large volunteer base, businesses, corporations and other non-profits as partners and donors. Youth In Action year around programs are open to youth ages 8-18 to provide the necessary essentials allowing for growth into positive adulthood. Those involved in the Youth In Action programs regularly participate in after school activities, summer programs, receive homework assistance and learn positive crime prevention methods. FLORIDA GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON INDIAN AFFAIRS, INC. http://www.fgcia.com/rwsiteemploytraining.htm A nonprofit, tax-exempt organization, which operates the Employment and Training Program as a Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Native American grantee. We are responsible for the allocation and distribution of this funding to economically disadvantaged, underemployed, or unemployed American Indians, Native Alaskans and Native Hawaiians who are seeking employment and training assistance. FLORIDA’S EDUCATION DEPARTMENT http://169.139.180.124/applied_tech/special.cfm Floridas Education Department provides a list of special training programs for high school students specifically in Seminole country.


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GETFAVE.COM JOB TRAINING SERVICES DIRECTORY Search for job training service locations in the state of Florida.

Miami-Dade County: *Miami Beach Hispanic Community Center: 833 6th St., Miami Beach, FL (305) 538-3040 *Corestaff Services: http://www.corestaff.com/ 7200 NW 19th St Ste 101Miami, FL (305) 468-1848

Leon County:

*Big Bend Jobs and Education Council, Inc: 565 E. Tennessee Street Tallahassee, FL 32308 Phone: (850) 414-6085 *Comprehensive Career Counseling: Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 321-5466 *A Better Resume: http://www.getabetterresume.com/ Tallahassee, FL 32301(850) 425-1175

Jacksonville County:

*Vocational Service: 10 W Adams St Ste 103 Jacksonville, FL (904) 353-2455 *Career Choices Unlimited: 4465 Baymeadows Rd., Jacksonville, FL (904) 443-0059 *Career Florida: http://www.careerflorida.com/ 5991 Chester Ave Ste 207 Jacksonville, FL (904) 733-7841

Pensacola County:

*Allstates Employer Services: http://www.aeshr.com/ 6400 N W St., Pensacola, FL (850) 484-3985 *Capps Medical Institute: 6420 N 9th Ave Pensacola, FL (850) 476-7607 

JOBS FOR MIAMI http://www.jfmiami.org/2101.html A not-for-profit organization whose mission is to train, educate and provide employment services to residents of Miami-Dade County, FL. Jobs for Miami offers career services, youth services, refugee services, job related support services and various trainings.

Contact: 8325 N.E. 2nd Ave Miami, Florida 33138 Phone: (305) 759-6511 

EMPLOY FLORIDA MARKETPLACE: https://www.employflorida.com/ This site helps you locate a training or educational program that is related to your occupation or field of interest as well as specific training providers and schools.

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INROADS http://www.inroads.org/index.jsp It’s mission is to develop and place talented minority youth in business and industry and prepare them for corporate and community leadership by providing different internships. Call (314) 241-7488


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TRADE SCHOOLS In addition to job training programs at local community groups, you can also pursue an education from a trade school. A variety of training programs are available across the country. Once you find one, locate the contact information and call or email to get more information. Communicating with a person about the program will bring it to life. FIND A TRADE SCHOOL NEAR YOU: http://www.khake.com Explore vocational and technical careers, check out the skills employers really want, find a trade school, research technical topics and take a look at the current job market. Many community colleges offer skills programs, too. www.aacc.nche.edu. FIELDS OFFERING APPRENTICEHSIPS: • Aerospace • Automotive • Biotechnology • Construction • Energy • Financial Services • Health Care • Hospitality • Information Technology • Manufacturing • Retail

APPRENTICESHIPS AND INTERNSHIPS You may have read about “apprenticeships” in your history books. But these centuries-old, formalized job-training programs are rapidly gaining popularity throughout the country. You “earn while you learn” as an apprentice—acquiring valuable vocational skills on the job. Apprenticeships are available not only in the manufacturing sector but also in service, retail and government trades. Opportunities in your state are most likely to occur in industries that want more trained employees.

• Transportation

Apprenticeships give employers the opportunity to train you the way they want you to be trained and to see how you do on the job. Afterwards, companies are likely to hire the people they’ve trained—workers who have not only learned the skills, but have demonstrated a good work ethic and dependability. For the apprentice, these programs provide an income while learning.

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According to the IL Department of Employment Security, a typical apprenticeship is three to five years and WHAT’S IT MEAN? consists of at least 2000 hours of on the • APPRENTICESHIP: Training in an art, trade or craft under job training and a a legal agreement that defines the duration and conditions of the relationship between master and apprentice. minimum of 144 hours of classroom training • JOURNEYMAN: A skilled worker who is qualified by per year. An apprentice experience and training to undertake the tasks necessary for starts earning around employment half of the prevailing wage on a tradesperson in their industry, but gradually earns more money. Most apprenticeship programs require the applicant: to have a high school diploma or GED, to be physical fitness, and to have the ability to work with his/her hands.


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Director of Apprenticeship Florida Department of Education http://www.doleta.gov/OA/stateagencies.cfm Contact: Steven Campora 325 West Gaines Street #754 Tallahassee, FL,

(850) 245-0454

Career Voyages: http://www.careervoyages.gov/apprenticeship-main.cfm This is a government-sponsored site that allows you to find apprenticeship programs by career. Click on the career that interests you and then search for apprenticeship programs throughout Florida.

SMALL BUSINESS TRAINING PROGRAMS: Creating Your Own Wealth by Starting A Small Business Would you like to work for yourself? Would you like to learn how to turn your resourcefulness into a way to start a business? New approaches to business training are helping people who usually do not see themselves as business-minded redefine themselves and use the skills they already have. In-Person Help: First, Florida has many Small Business Development Centers led by the Small Business Administration. Most of these are connected with colleges and provide inexpensive training courses in business topics. Assistance from these centers is available to anyone interested in beginning a small business or improving or expanding an existing small business. For a list of offices, see http://www.sba.gov/localresources 

Small Business Administration Florida District Offices

http://www.sba.gov/localresources/district/fl/south/index.html Jacksonville District Office 7825 Baymeadows Way, Suite 100B Miami District Office 100 S. Biscayne Blvd - 7th Floor

Jacksonville, FL

(904) 443-1900 (305) 536-5521 Miami, FL

Offers good resources, including a business start up kit and resources on financing your business, understanding government regulations, and getting assistance to help turn your idea of creating a small business into a reality. You can even take a free online courser. 

Florida Small Business Development Center Network http://floridasbdc.org/ 401 E Chase St, Ste 100, Pensacola, FL (866) 737-7232

The Florida Small Business Development Center Network (FSBDCN) is a statewide economic development partnership between higher education and other stakeholder organizations dedicated to providing entrepreneurs and established businesses with the assistance needed to start, grow and succeed, contributing to the Florida economy. Online Help: • Making Cents Business Simulation Course http://www.makingcents.com This free course takes place over a period of four or five weeks, one evening a week. In the course, you will deal with real-life problems that come up in starting and managing an imaginary business. • Business Start Up Kit http://www.sba.gov/teens This is a government site designed for young people starting their first businesses. The business start up kit will help you think through the steps of starting a business.


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SECTION THREE: SERVING AND EXPLORING MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY There are many programs that provide you the experience to serve your community and country. A few are listed below. AMERICORPS PROGRAMS:

http://www.AmeriCorps.org/

Do you see yourself being a hero for your country? If so, one-way is to become a member of AmeriCorps. AmeriCorps is a civilian organization that provides many opportunities to serve while you are learning skills and earning money for college. There are literally thousands of AmeriCorps options, many of them right near you. The benefits are the same whether you are tutoring kids in the city or building hiking trails in the wilderness, so take the time to find a program that will utilize your talents and skills. Many nonprofits have at least one or two AmeriCorps paid service opportunities, so don’t restrict your search to the biggest AmeriCorps programs. Ask a local organizations that you like if they have an AmeriCorps slot, search the website at http://www.americorps.org/for_individuals/ready/find.asp or call (800) 942-2677. Requirements: US citizen or legal residents; at least 17 years old, requirements vary by program

Pay: Modest living allowance, $4,725 Education award after completion of program, which can be used for up to seven years after your term of service ends to help pay for higher education or pay off student loans; defer student loans.

AMERICORPS*NATIONAL CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CORP (NCCC) http://www.americorps.org/about/programs/nccc.asp Who: Young adults (ages 18-24) who are committed to 1700 hours of service, must be US citizen or legal resident. Each program may require additional requirements. What: AmeriCorps*NCCC is a residential, team-based; national service initiative that engages young adults ages 18 to 24 in full-time service. Members perform team-based service projects in: environment, education, public safety, unmet needs, homeland security, and disaster relief Pay: Member receive a living allowance of approximately $4,000 for the 10 months of service (about $200 every two weeks before taxes), housing, meals, limited medical benefits, up to $400 a month for childcare (if necessary), member uniforms and an education award of $4,725 upon successful completion of the program. (Members may receive money to help with childcare expenses; however, children may NOT live on campus.)


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LIVING AN ADVENTURE DURING YOUR GAP YEAR

AmeriCorps Vista: http://www.americorps.gov/about/prog rams/vista.asp AmeriCorps*VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) provides full-time members to nonprofit, faith-based and other community organizations, and public agencies to create and expand programs that ultimately bring low-income individuals and communities out of poverty.

Are you interested in taking a year off between high school and college or your career to travel, work, or just have an adventure? Check out the following sites for some ideas! Outward Bound Wilderness: www.outwardboundwilderness.org If you want exciting, challenging, and hands-on program in the wilderness, Outward Bound may be for you. Students of all ages develop selfreliance, responsibility, teamwork, confidence and compassion, as well as environmental and community stewardship.

3165 McCrory St, Suite 115 Orlando, FL (407) 648-611

VISTA Volunteers can work at such places in Florida: as Florida Literacy Coalition, Habitat for Humanity International, Florida Gulf Coast University, City Year, Florida State University, Public Allies, National Coalition to End Homeless and many, many more. Visit the website or call (800) 942-2677 for more information! Check out: It may have some internships.

LEAPYear: www.leapnow.org A nine-month program for 17-20 year-olds, this program includes: a three-month semester of language, service in Central or South America; a solo internship in Latin America or Spain; a formal Rite of Passage; and a curriculum of Life Skills Learning held in the U.S. Youth Travel: http://www.youthtravel.org A website with information on how to travel safely. United Planet: http://www.unitedplanet.org This site offer travel abroad service and educational opportunities. The Gap-Year Advantage by Karl Haigler and Rae Nelson (St Martin’s Griffin; 2005) Good ideas for a gap year after high school or during college. The Back Door Guide to Short-Term Job Adventures: Internships, Summer Jobs, Seasonal Work, Volunteer Vacations, and Transitions Abroad by Michael Landes (Ten Speed Press; 4 edition 2005. th


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SECTION FOUR: RESOURCES GETTING STARTED: • For online help writing a RESUME and cover letter, check out: http://www.uwm.edu/Dept/CDC/CDC_Resume_Writing_Guide.pdf JOB SEARCH WEBSITES: http://www.Teens4Hire.org Search for jobs, take career assessment, and other. http://www.indeed.com http://www.monster.com HTTP://WWW.GROOVEJOB.CO M/BROWSE/INTERNSHIPS/IN/ FL/FLORIDA

http://www.idealist.org/ http://www.dice.com (for Lists jobs, internships, and technology jobs) volunteer opportunities. http://www.craigslist.org http://www.careerbuilder.c om http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/? refsrc=ysem Workforce Central Florida: www.studentjobs.gov Employment opportunities http://www.workforcecentral for young people. florida.com/jobseekers/hot_j

Check for internships and obs.asp summer jobs for students and teens. Search by city or zip code. Career Centers: JobTRAININGClasses.net: https://www.employflorida.c Florida om/ training services, resources http://www.floridacareercent http://jobtrainingclasses.net to creating a resume assistance in finding a job.

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WorkNet. PINELLAS: http://www.worknetpinellas.or g/ Provides information for job seekers, youth programs and career resources.

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CAREER AND CENTERS OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA http://www.careerandservicecent er.org/local.htm training services, employment and education resources for job seekers as well as career center locations

CONTACTING THE ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS DOCUMENT You can find contact information for each program by its description in the booklet. This list provides the contact information for the Schools/Programs Listed in the FOCUS ON HEALTHCARE (10-11) and TRAINING BY INDUSTRY (12) charts. •

ATI Career Training Center http://www.aticareertraining.edu/ 2890 NW 62nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309 (888) 209-8264

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ATI College of Health 7265 NW 25th Street,

http://www.aticareertraining.edu/ Miami, FL 33122 (305) 599-9710

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Brown Mackie College 1501 Biscayne Blvd,

www.brownmackie.edu Miami, FL 33132

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Concorde Career Institute

www.concorde.edu Jacksonville, FL 32211

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Everest Institute

7960 Arlington Expy # 120

(305) 341-6600 (904) 725-0525

http://www.everest.edu/campus/ft_lauderdale


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1040 Bayview Drive,

Ft. Lauderdale FL 33304

(954) 630-0066

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Everest University 8226 Philips Hwy # 7 3924 Coconut Palm Drive

www.everest.edu Jacksonville, FL 32256 Tampa, FL 33619

(904) 731-4949 (813) 621-0041

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High Tech Institute 3710 Maguire Blvd.

http://www.hightechinstitute.edu/ Orlando, FL 32803 (407) 893-7400

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Keiser University 1500 W. Commercial Blvd. 1800 Business Park Blvd,

www.keiseruniversity.edu Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 (954) 776-4456 Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (386) 255-1707

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Lincoln College of Technology www.lincolnedu.com 2410 Metrocentre Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (561) 842-8324

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MedVance Institute

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North Florida Institute http://www.northflorida-institute.com/ 560 Wells Rd, Orange Park, FL, 32073 (904) 269-7086 5995 University Blvd W # 3, Jacksonville, FL 32216 (904) 443-6300

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Sanford-Brown Institute 1201 W. Cypress Creek Road,

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South University 760 N Congress Ave

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Technical Career Institute 7757 W Flagler St # 230,

http://www.technicalcareerinstitute.edu/ Miami, FL, 33144 (305) 261-5511

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Ultimate Medical Academy 1218 Court St # C

www.studymedical.com Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 298-8685

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University of Phoenix http://www.phoenix.edu/ 8325 South Park Circle Suite 100 Orlando, Florida 32819 (407) 345-8868 4500 Salisbury Road Suite 200 Jacksonville, Florida 32216 (904) 636-6645 550 West Cypress Creek Road Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33309 (954) 382-5303 4805 Independence Parkway Tampa, Florida 33634 (813) 626-7911

4850 W. Oakland Park Blvd.

www.MedVance.edu

Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 33313

(954) 587-7100

http://www.sanford-brown.edu/ Ft. Lauderdale, FL (866) 989-3444

www.southuniversity.edu West Palm Beach, FL 33409

(561) 697-9200


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