Before you decide on a post-secondary path, you should investigate potential career options. Things to consider are your interest in a specific career, your aptitude (possessing the necessary skills ) for that career and the job market in the future. For instance, the U.S. Department of Labor predicts that only 20% of the careers in the first quarter of the 21st century will require a four year college degree and that 65% of potential careers will require post secondary education of two years or less.
Starting in the 2025-26 academic year, MPS will move from Naviance to SchooLinks. Via SchooLinks, students will be able to access career resources and complete district-required surveys. More information will be forthcoming throughout the school year.
The Nebraska Departments of Labor, Economic Development, and Education collaborated to provide information on Nebraska's High Wage, High Skill and High Demand occupations.
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Metropolitan Community College Credential College:
Courses are designed for high school graduates age 16 or older who choose not to attend traditional college after high school. The courses consist of skill-based, short-term training that leads to in-demand employment opportunities. Visit the site below to learn more!