Have you ever wanted to be a circus performer or how about a park ranger? Information about all of these careers and more is available at www.bridges.com. There are over 20,000 job choices that students may not be aware of and bridges covers them all by using current research and student relevant data. The website is very user friendly and it allows users to complete fun quizzes to match your interests and skills with a career. You can also complete research on a career you are already interested in pursuing.
The up-to-date information allows you to research the current career paths and what kind of education and experience you will need to get these careers. Check with your high school counselor to see if your school has a Bridges account and get a password or you can sign up for a free trial account by following this link.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Global EDGE Recent Andy Masters Presentation
A recent presentation and discussion by national author and speaker Andy Masters was hosted by the Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium and Collin College at the Spring Creek Campus Conference Center. Masters provided encouraging words and advice to more than 100 students. His message centered on succeeding in your collegiate career and determining the personal and career qualities that will allow you to have “your best” future. Students participated in an engaging dialogue and complete an activity, “The Four Boxes”, to evaluate how to utilize their daily time to better pursue their future goals. Masters presented his personal life story of growing from an uneventful high school career to being ultimately driven to a fully engaged and directed collegiate life.
Additionally, Masters presented to Collin College faculty, staff and surrounding Collin County staff and teachers later that afternoon. Masters provided an inspirational talk on student success and retention. He encouraged the more than 30 attendees to 1. have and show passion for each student, 2. use humor in lectures and presentations, and 3. employ current events, technology and popular celebrities to connect with and engage students.
Both of the presentations were well received and the provided information was timely and appropriate. Attendees of both workshops were provided with a free autographed copy of his book “37 Keys to College Success”. More information about Andy Masters can be found at http://www.life-after-college.com/
For more information about the Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium, visit www.ccccd.edu/globalEDGE or contact by phone at (972) 548-6723.
Additionally, Masters presented to Collin College faculty, staff and surrounding Collin County staff and teachers later that afternoon. Masters provided an inspirational talk on student success and retention. He encouraged the more than 30 attendees to 1. have and show passion for each student, 2. use humor in lectures and presentations, and 3. employ current events, technology and popular celebrities to connect with and engage students.
Both of the presentations were well received and the provided information was timely and appropriate. Attendees of both workshops were provided with a free autographed copy of his book “37 Keys to College Success”. More information about Andy Masters can be found at http://www.life-after-college.com/
For more information about the Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium, visit www.ccccd.edu/globalEDGE or contact by phone at (972) 548-6723.
Friday, October 10, 2008
Resources for College Success
The Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium presents
37 Keys to College Success
October 20, 2008 9:00 – 10:00 am
at the
Spring Creek Campus Conference Center
This FREE event is open to all students. Author Andy Masters presents an inspirational and motivational talk on the 37 keys to College Success. He will use humor, pop culture references, technology, and spirited career examples from successful young people in this interactive discussion. To insure a seat, please call the Global EDGE at 972-548-6723 or e-mail acaffery@ccccd.edu by October 15, 2008.
Andy Masters is a national Author/Speaker who has written 4 books and earned 4 degrees. Andy’s books “37 Keys to College Success: Balancing Student Life and Academics,” and Life After College: What to Expect and How to Succeed in Your Career” include tremendous advice for students while also providing great resources for faculty and staff.
Masters says “there are so many important things that can help students get ahead, such as networking, time management, strategic career planning, etc... But probably the most important things I tell them are what to AVOID, because what they don’t know CAN hurt them. A recent Harvard University study found that for every firing due to failure to perform, there are two firings due to personality conflicts and communication issues. In my programs, I discuss office politics, professionalism, ethics, drugs and alcohol in the workplace, and even the dangers of dating in the office and sexual harassment. It’s imperative that young professionals understand what the rules of the game are, and abide by those rules, so they don’t ruin their career before it even begins.”
Andy will also present a motivational talk on engaging and inspiring students for high school teachers, counselors, college advisors and instructors. October 20, 2008 1:00 – 2:30 pm at the Spring Creek Campus Conference Center. RSVP by Oct. 15th.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Six-year Plans Released
The Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium has just release six-year plans for the 2008-2009 school year. These course outlines detail what Tech Prep classes are offered at your high school and how they fit into the big picture of your education plan. They show what college level course the Tech Prep class will translate to at Collin College and what other classes you will need to take in order to complete your associate’s degree requirements. Check out the six-year plans for your school by going to the what’s offered at my school page and selecting the link to each program area.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Looking Towards Your Future-Preparing for the Real World
Backpacks and textbooks, old friends and new, back-to-school is a great time to set new goals and look towards your future. High school is a crucial time of your life and the decisions you make now will carry over into your adult life. It’s a competitive world, but with the right training and education, you can become part of tomorrow’s technology-based economy. The Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium at Collin College can help point you in the right direction.
Many jobs today require training beyond high school. Business and industry in the North Texas region need employees with education in technical areas. Technical programs at Collin College can train students for a rewarding career with a good starting salary. For many students, two-year programs often offer something far more important than status: employment with only two years of college. Additionally, students who plan to receive an advanced degree can benefit from earning an associates degree first and gaining valuable work experience in their desired field. See the Global EDGE webpage to see which Tech Prep programs your school offers. Get started now on your road to the future.
Many jobs today require training beyond high school. Business and industry in the North Texas region need employees with education in technical areas. Technical programs at Collin College can train students for a rewarding career with a good starting salary. For many students, two-year programs often offer something far more important than status: employment with only two years of college. Additionally, students who plan to receive an advanced degree can benefit from earning an associates degree first and gaining valuable work experience in their desired field. See the Global EDGE webpage to see which Tech Prep programs your school offers. Get started now on your road to the future.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Allen High School Tech Prep Student Receives Scholarship to Pursue Culinary Arts
One recent Allen High School graduate will get a chance to pursuer her dream career as a Pastry Chef at Collin College.
Ashley Sears of Allen recently received a $5,000 scholarship from the Greater Dallas Restaurant Association to continue her education. She plans to begin classes this fall in the Collin College Culinary Arts program. Sears studied culinary arts in specialized Tech Prep classes while in high school and can now transfer those credits to Collin.
“The Tech Prep classes I took were great, they gave me a new passion for cooking and a great start for college,” said Sears. One of Sears’s most memorable times during the class was when teacher Dan Reinhard had the class make chicken piccata. “He taught us to make it with the recipe, and then the next day we had to make the same dish without a recipe,” she said, “It was a great lesson.”
Tech Prep courses give high school students marketable skills and a chance to explore career interests. Business and industry in the North Texas region need employees with education in technical areas and these courses are designed to begin that education. Tech Prep career pathways include: Biotechnology, Child Development, Computer-Aided Drafting & Design, Computer Information Systems, Computer Networking Technology (Cisco), Convergence Technology, Criminal Justice, E-business Media, Electronic Technology and Electronic Engineering Technology, Hospitality and Food Service Management, Information Systems Cybersecurity, Interior and Architectural Design, Marketing and Office Systems Technology.
College Tech Prep classes are funded with a grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to the Global EDGE with funds provided by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act of 1998. Tech Prep does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, national origin or disability.
To learn more about what classes are available visit the Programs page at http://www.ccccd.edu/globaledge/ .
Ashley Sears of Allen recently received a $5,000 scholarship from the Greater Dallas Restaurant Association to continue her education. She plans to begin classes this fall in the Collin College Culinary Arts program. Sears studied culinary arts in specialized Tech Prep classes while in high school and can now transfer those credits to Collin.
“The Tech Prep classes I took were great, they gave me a new passion for cooking and a great start for college,” said Sears. One of Sears’s most memorable times during the class was when teacher Dan Reinhard had the class make chicken piccata. “He taught us to make it with the recipe, and then the next day we had to make the same dish without a recipe,” she said, “It was a great lesson.”
Tech Prep courses give high school students marketable skills and a chance to explore career interests. Business and industry in the North Texas region need employees with education in technical areas and these courses are designed to begin that education. Tech Prep career pathways include: Biotechnology, Child Development, Computer-Aided Drafting & Design, Computer Information Systems, Computer Networking Technology (Cisco), Convergence Technology, Criminal Justice, E-business Media, Electronic Technology and Electronic Engineering Technology, Hospitality and Food Service Management, Information Systems Cybersecurity, Interior and Architectural Design, Marketing and Office Systems Technology.
College Tech Prep classes are funded with a grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to the Global EDGE with funds provided by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act of 1998. Tech Prep does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, national origin or disability.
To learn more about what classes are available visit the Programs page at http://www.ccccd.edu/globaledge/ .
Collin College-Texas A&M-Commerce Partnership
Collin College and Texas A&M University-Commerce have partnered to assist students in completing an Applied Arts & Sciences (BAAS) degree. According to Texas A&M University-Commerce, “The Arts & Sciences degree is a highly flexible degree that will enhance many career paths.”
Within the plan, Tech Prep students can transfer their eligible credits and go on to complete an associates at Collin, then transfer to A&M-Commerce. Up to 85 semester hours may be transferred, leaving only 36 semester hours from A&M-Commerce to receive a BAAS degree. Texas A&M University-Commerce provides instruction both on-campus and through distance education. For more information and to view specific degree guides see, http://www.tamu-commerce.edu/CBT/baas/degree/Colindegreeguide.asp
Within the plan, Tech Prep students can transfer their eligible credits and go on to complete an associates at Collin, then transfer to A&M-Commerce. Up to 85 semester hours may be transferred, leaving only 36 semester hours from A&M-Commerce to receive a BAAS degree. Texas A&M University-Commerce provides instruction both on-campus and through distance education. For more information and to view specific degree guides see, http://www.tamu-commerce.edu/CBT/baas/degree/Colindegreeguide.asp
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