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Alternatives to Traditional College
Alternatives to Traditional College
Get a Job - There are a lot of jobs that only require a high school diploma. To see a list of examples (not all inclusive) CLICK HERE.
Get a Job - There are a lot of jobs that only require a high school diploma. To see a list of examples (not all inclusive) CLICK HERE.
Trade School/Certification Programs - A certificate program is an alternative to a degree program. Certificate programs are short-term training programs that often take less time to complete than a degree. CNM, Pima, Carrington are just a few examples of places to get a certification. CLICK HERE for more information.
Trade School/Certification Programs - A certificate program is an alternative to a degree program. Certificate programs are short-term training programs that often take less time to complete than a degree. CNM, Pima, Carrington are just a few examples of places to get a certification. CLICK HERE for more information.
Become an Apprentice/Fellow - Apprenticeships combine hands-on work with classroom learning to train the apprentice. Apprenticeships are considered full-time employment. As the apprentice is learning, they are also applying the lessons through working. CLICK HERE for more information.
Become an Apprentice/Fellow - Apprenticeships combine hands-on work with classroom learning to train the apprentice. Apprenticeships are considered full-time employment. As the apprentice is learning, they are also applying the lessons through working. CLICK HERE for more information.
Examples of jobs requiring a certification rather than a degree:
Examples of jobs requiring a certification rather than a degree:
- Information Technology (IT)
- Veterinary Assistant
- Radiology Techniction
- Dental Hygienist
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Emergency Medical Services
- Medical Assistant
- Many, many, many more
Junior College
Junior College
Get an Associate Degree - Associate degrees are two-year degrees, so for someone who wants to get in, get out, and get to work, they are excellent options. Associate degrees are often taught at community colleges, therefore, the per-semester price can be a fraction of the cost compared to major universities and private colleges. CLICK HERE for more information.
Get an Associate Degree - Associate degrees are two-year degrees, so for someone who wants to get in, get out, and get to work, they are excellent options. Associate degrees are often taught at community colleges, therefore, the per-semester price can be a fraction of the cost compared to major universities and private colleges. CLICK HERE for more information.
College or University
College or University
For Information on colleges and college entrance requirements contact:
For Information on colleges and college entrance requirements contact:
What if you don't know what you're interested in?
What if you don't know what you're interested in?
- Take an interest inventory. - answer questions in an online assessment to see what careers line up with your interests. CLICK HERE to get started.
- Explore your values - Knowing what you're interested in may not be enough to decide on a career. Interests and values need to align. You may be interested in being a doctor, however you value being debt free and don't want to take on student loans for college. If your interests and values don't match, you may have to give up one over the other. CLICK HERE to explore your values and more interests and career options.
- Research! Ask adults in various occupations about their experience in choosing a career. Research college and experience requirements for various occupations. CLICK HERE
- Talk to a counselor. You can talk to your School Counselor or the College and Career Counselor at Cibola.
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