Career/vocational students
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Office of Vocational & Adult Education (US Dept of Education)
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ovae/index.html?src=mr
Do you need information about vocational training,
community college, or adult education? The Office
of Vocational & Adult Education supports programs
that can help you prepare for your education, a
successful career, and a productive life.
Visits: 11962
Choosing a Career or Vocational School (US Federal Trade Commission)
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/products/pro13.shtm
Private vocational or correspondence schools that
train students for a variety of skilled jobs can
be good starting points for furthering your
career. However, follow the FTC's advice and
choose your school carefully to avoid problems.
Visits: 8843
Vocational Education Resources (US Dept of Education)
http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/cfapps/free/displaysubject.cfm?sid=10
Links to vocational education resources across
various government agencies, sponsored by the
Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
initiative from the U.S. Department of Education.
Visits: 5065
America's Literacy Directory - Programs for Adults
http://www.literacydirectory.org
Is higher education in your future? America's
Literacy Directory can help with GED prep or
English as a second language programs, even math
help. Search for programs near you. Sponsored by
the Natl Institute for Literacy.
Visits: 3331
Adult Education - State Resources (US Dept of Education)
http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/Programs/EROD/org_list.cfm?category_cd=DAE
Adults headed back to college to get that degree or
enhance career skills should check with the Adult
Education office in their state to see what
resources may be available. Find your state's
office of Adult Education from this directory.
Visits: 2918
State Vocational-Technical Education (US Dept of Education)
http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/Programs/EROD/org_list.cfm?category_cd=VTE
All U.S. states offer vocational-technical
education programs and services for youth and
adults, through federal grants awarded under the
Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology
Education Act. Find those resources in your state.
Visits: 1785
Career Colleges & Technical Schools (US Dept of Education)
http://www.ed.gov/students/prep/college/consumerinfo/index.html
If you're considering a career college or technical school, visit this site for advice from the US Dept of Education. With so many schools to choose from, it's important that you know the kinds of questions to ask before enrolling.
Visits: 1431
Imagine America Scholarship (Career College Association) EXIT disclaimer
http://www.imagine-america.org
Imagine America's Scholarship Program can help
fund your education, and also help you make the
big decisions - like choosing a career - that will
affect your future success as a working
professional. Find out more at this site.
Visits: 21044
General Education Development (GED) Testing Service EXIT disclaimer
http://www.acenet.edu/Content/NavigationMenu/ged/index.htm
Here's the official site for GED info. Learn about
this academic skills test for those lacking a high
school diploma. See who can take it and how. Has
sections for education professionals as well as
disabled and non-English speaking test-takers.
Visits: 6738
Guide For Adults Returning To College (College Planning) EXIT disclaimer
http://www.collegeplan.org/bcksch/bkschool.htm
More and more adults are heading back to school.
This guide will help you answer many questions
about the current academic landscape, balancing
work and school, and many more topics. A must-
read for adults considering college!
Visits: 2987
SkillsUSA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America) EXIT disclaimer
http://www.skillsusa.org
SkillsUSA VICA serves students who are enrolled
in training programs in tech, skilled, and
service occupations. It promotes leadership,
teamwork, citizenship, and character and holds
national student competitions.
Visits: 996
Hawai'i Career & Technical Education Center (University of Hawai'i) EXIT disclaimer
http://www.hawaii.edu/cte
Within this site you will find up-to-date
information about Hawaii's technical/vocational
education, school-to-work, career education,
gender equity and much more.
Visits: 666
Adult Student Center (Norman Davies Group) EXIT disclaimer
http://www.adultstudentcenter.com
Going back to school after some time away? The
Adult Student Center provides advice and guidance
to adult students for the whole process - from
choosing a school, to finding financial aid, to
polishing your study skills.
Visits: 2779
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