Career and Technical
KDE and TRACK
A program that uses career pathways to point secondary students toward apprenticeships is ready for its grand debut. The Kentucky Department of Education hopes to attract employers to the Tech Ready Apprentices for Careers in Kentucky (TRACK) youth apprenticeship program, which will be showcased at an Oct. 8 summit in Louisville. See the link for more information: www.kentuckyteacher.org/news/2019/08/kde-to-showcase-track-apprenticeship-program-to-employers/
Imagine America Foundation Scholarships (deadline is december 2020)
Stop 1: Career and Technical EducationWhile a two-year or four-year degree program may be a practical path toward a career for some students, if you're interested in pursuing a career in health care, information technology, business, arts or mechanical occupations, there are more efficient paths to fulfill your professional qualifications. That doesn’t mean you can’t continue your education at some point and earn your associate, bachelor’s or graduate degree. But why wait if you don’t have to?
What is vocational/career training?
Vocational training is typically a hands-on program that focuses on one specific area or field of study. For instance, if you enroll in a diesel mechanic or medical assistant program, you'll focus on the knowledge and skills that employers require. This is why vocational and career training programs are typically shorter and less costly than many traditional degree programs.
Career college training offers many benefits:
• Shorter programs and focused training
• Class schedule flexibility (especially helpful for working students)
• Connections with local employers after training is completed
• Financial aid options often available for students
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What is vocational/career training?
Vocational training is typically a hands-on program that focuses on one specific area or field of study. For instance, if you enroll in a diesel mechanic or medical assistant program, you'll focus on the knowledge and skills that employers require. This is why vocational and career training programs are typically shorter and less costly than many traditional degree programs.
Career college training offers many benefits:
• Shorter programs and focused training
• Class schedule flexibility (especially helpful for working students)
• Connections with local employers after training is completed
• Financial aid options often available for students
Check Out Our Most Popular Programs with Scholarships
EGIA Foundation - HVAC SCholarship Program (1/30/2020)
AWARDING TWENTY $2,500 SCHOLARSHIPS TO HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS PURSUING AN HVAC TECHNICAL EDUCATION
The EGIA Foundation Scholarship Program, established to recognize the excellent and deserving students seeking careers in HVAC, is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program which will provide up to twenty $2,500 individual awards to students nationwide.
Awards will be granted to eligible applicants pursuing an HVAC Associate’s Degree, Certificate, or Diploma at an accredited community college, technical/vocational school, or other approved technical institute during the 2020-2021 academic year.
APPLY BY JANUARY 30, 2020!
To qualify, applicants should:
- Intend to enroll or be currently enrolled in an HVAC technical program at an accredited institution for the entire 2020-2021 academic year
- Be US Citizens, US Nationals, and/or US Permanent Residents based on the guidelines utilized by the US Department of Education Federal Financial Aid eligibility
- Have a minimum grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
- Pursue an Associate’s Degree, Certificate, or Diploma in an HVAC technical program
- Explain what inspired them to choose an HVAC technical education and their plans upon graduating
To learn more and apply, visit www.EGIAFoundation.org/Scholarship