The misconception is that one's career path is a straight line. From A to B. From school to job to retirement. This is a career myth that has deep roots and must be challenged.
The more traditional career path is that there is no traditional path. Everyone has a different journey. Everyone finds their way on their terms. The goal of Your Future: Make it Your Own (YF:MIYO) is to give students tools, information, and resources that will help them identify their strengths and abilities, and uncover their passions and interests, to help them find a meaningful career.
Essentially, identify what they're good at, what they like, and how they can get paid for it.
Select one of the career paths to learn more about opportunities and resources.
Community College
Today's community college's have more to offer than 2-year associate degrees. Today's community college's are more than just a stepping stone to your 4-year degree.
Today's community college experience allows student to earn not just associate degrees, but also flexibility, affordability, certificates and workforce training that matters in today's career landscape. In fact, on average, a student with an associate degree earns more than $10,000 more than someone with a high school diploma.
And here in our region, we have Ivy Tech, which is the nation's largest singly-accredited community college in the country and a fantastic resource to northeast Indiana.
"No two students’ paths to the future look the same. We get that. So, we listen. We support. We guide. With 70+ academic programs and classes in 75+ communities in Indiana—plus online—you’ll be able to find your fit for the next step in your career."
With over 70+ programs designed for Indiana jobs, Ivy Tech can be the resource you need to earn that associate degree, find an apprenticeship, find a job and more.
Look at the sliders to review this career path to see if it makes sense for your situation, needs, and wants.