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Apprenticeship
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An employer’s formal training program combining on-the-job learning with technical instruction for a specific trade. |
Registered Apprenticeship Web site
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Certifications
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An examination or a record of work-related credentials. Issued to an individual by an external organization to communicate a certain level of skill attainment. Required in some occupations, for example nursing assistants and financial advisors. |
Certification Finder
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Short-Term Training
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Training programs where you can earn a certificate, diploma, or award in less than 2 years can be a great way to advance or change your career. |
Short-Term Training Finder
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Community College
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Institution typically offering two-year or associate of arts degree that can transfer to a four-year college or university. |
Community College Finder
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Technical College
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One- to two-year training programs in a variety of subject areas. Short-term training also available. |
Find technical colleges in the Community College Finder |
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4-year College or University
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Earn a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree in your chosen field of study. |
Find 4-year colleges in Education and Training Finder |
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Customized Training
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Topic-specific, short-term training designed for a specific employer. |
Find customized training links in the Career Resource Library |
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Internships
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Opportunity for hands-on, real work experience. May be required in some college majors, or may be an entry-level internship you apply for after graduating college. |
Find internship links in the Career Resource Library |
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Job Corps
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A free, Department of Labor program designed for individuals ages 16-24 to obtain training and job skills. |
Job Corps Web site
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Job shadowing
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A short-term visit to a worksite. Choose a career of interest and set up a time to follow someone on the job throughout his or her workday. |
Find job shadowing links in the Career Resource Library |
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Professional development
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Training to enhance your job skills. |
Find professional development links in the Career Resource Library |
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Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Training
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Federal program that provides short-term training and education at technical colleges, community colleges, and universities. |
Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Eligible Training Provider
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