Career and Technical Education
Military- Students who are considering a military and/or technical career should take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Test). This test is not only used in determining military training placement and enlistment bonuses, but it also provides students and their parents with indicators of aptitude for various technical careers. Test scores are valid for two years. More information about preparing for the test can be found at www.military.com/ASVAB/0,,ASVAB_Tips.html.
Apprenticeships- Apprenticeships offer opportunities to get paid while learning a trade. Trade unions periodically advertise for those interested in applying to a program. Typically, either a high school diploma or GED is required for acceptance into an apprenticeship program. For more information go to earnandlearnak.org
Job Corps- This is a federally-funded program (FREE!) for young people between 16-24 years old that offers both academic and vocational training at a "dry" college-campus atmosphere. The average length of programs is 400 days. Located in Palmer, Job Corps boasts a 90% employment placement following successful completion of their programs. To qualify a student must meet the level of income eligibility requirement. For more information go to alaska.jobcorps.gov/home.aspx
AVTEC- Alaska's Institute of Technology offers vocational training not only in construction trades and applied technologies, but also information technology, business administration, health careers, maritime skills, and culinary arts. Located in Seward, AVTEC boasts a 95% employment placement following successful completion of their programs. For more information go to www.avtec.edu
Unsure about what you want to do after high school graduation? - Career assessments are a great way to explore your interests. As students complete activities on the AKCIS web site , they will complete numerous career inventories. (Check it out. It is an amazing resource!) Another free inventory can be found at www.futureproofyourcareer.com
Want to be sure you are training for a career that will make you employable?
Find jobs currently available throughout the state by checking out these sites:
Apprenticeships- Apprenticeships offer opportunities to get paid while learning a trade. Trade unions periodically advertise for those interested in applying to a program. Typically, either a high school diploma or GED is required for acceptance into an apprenticeship program. For more information go to earnandlearnak.org
Job Corps- This is a federally-funded program (FREE!) for young people between 16-24 years old that offers both academic and vocational training at a "dry" college-campus atmosphere. The average length of programs is 400 days. Located in Palmer, Job Corps boasts a 90% employment placement following successful completion of their programs. To qualify a student must meet the level of income eligibility requirement. For more information go to alaska.jobcorps.gov/home.aspx
AVTEC- Alaska's Institute of Technology offers vocational training not only in construction trades and applied technologies, but also information technology, business administration, health careers, maritime skills, and culinary arts. Located in Seward, AVTEC boasts a 95% employment placement following successful completion of their programs. For more information go to www.avtec.edu
Unsure about what you want to do after high school graduation? - Career assessments are a great way to explore your interests. As students complete activities on the AKCIS web site , they will complete numerous career inventories. (Check it out. It is an amazing resource!) Another free inventory can be found at www.futureproofyourcareer.com
Want to be sure you are training for a career that will make you employable?
Find jobs currently available throughout the state by checking out these sites:
