Weekly News: 2/11 - 2/15
Welcome to another weekly news update. Here’s this weeks news:
Community Colleges Meet Changing Workforce Needs
In the past, community colleges were, more often than not, considered to be simple stepping-stones on the path to a four-year college. Recently, however, things have begun to change. As discussed in this article, Community Colleges Meet Changing Workforce Needs, community colleges are becoming educational institutions in their own right. Whether you find yourself in need of more specialized training for your current job as technology progresses and changes, or you simply want to obtain an Associate’s Degree, or even a Bachelor’s Degree in some cases, for a specific field, then community colleges can serve your needs. Their lower costs and time requirements in comparison to four-year colleges offer a new and useful alternative that you can now consider.
Why You? Why this Job?
Whenever you consider applying for a job, you should be sure to ask yourself these questions. It might be tempting to apply to any job that seems even remotely interesting to you, but what if you actually get the job? Do you really want to work in that field? Would you actually be an asset to your employer? These are just some of the issues covered in the article “Why You? Why this Job?” By using the advice offered, you’ll be more likely to find a job that you actually want to do and, once found, be more informed on how to go about making yourself a good candidate for employment. If you are currently looking for a new job, or just want to be prepared in-case you need to, or want to, in the future, be sure to read over this article first and consider the advice given.
Best Careers 2008
While not technically an article that gives advice, U.S. News & World Report’s Best Careers 2008 study still has some interesting facts for anyone currently, or soon to be, a part of the workforce. This study lists the 31 top careers of 2008 based on the professions future outlook and it’s job satisfaction rate. Also on this page are links to information about a dozen cutting-edge careers that are both currently in demand and have high potential for future growth along with thirteen careers that tend to have downsides not generally anticipated by job-seekers. Whether you are currently looking for a job yourself or just want to see what people have to say about various other professions, this page is definitely worth your time to look over.
That’s it for this week’s news on colleges, degrees, and careers. See you again next week.
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