2/4 year college

Any institution of higher education that awards a degree or credential post-high school graduation. This includes, but is not limited to, universities,technical colleges, trade schools and more.

Apprenticeship/Skilled Trades

Apprenticeship is post-secondary education like a college or university but Apprentices learn only a portion of their skills in a traditional classroom. They receive most of their training on-the-job, while working for an employer who pays a good wage. Employment is the primary requirement for an apprenticeship - a job must exist for the apprentice to be trained. The classroom instruction is usually provided through the Wisconsin Technical College system.

Employment

A paid work agreement between an employer and employee. The term applies to a person who is hired for a salary or fee to perform work for an employer.

Gap Year

A semester or year of exploration and/or experiential (hands-on) learning, taken after high school and prior to career or postsecondary education in order to deepen one’s practical, professional, and personal awareness.

Job Training

Programs that may lead to a certification of some sort and are typically aimed at giving a boost to workers' employability and earnings. (i.e Aveda/beauty school)

Military

Made up of five military branches, each with their own active-duty and part-time components. Each varies in service commitment, location, and how its members contribute to the overall mission of protecting our country, though all are on the same rank-based pay scale.