POST-SECONDARY

OPTIONS AND
OPPORTUNITIES
Briana Anderson & Nathan Ellis

What Do I Do After High

School?
It is important for students
to get further education after
high school. However, not
every option fits the needs
and talents of every student.

- Military
-Apprenticeships
-Two Year College
-Four Year College
-On-the-Job Training

Branches of Military

Air Force: http://www.af.mil

Army: http://www.army.mil
Navy: http://www.navy.mil
Coast Guard: http://www.uscg.mil
Marines: http://www.marines.mil

Requirements

Age: 17 with parental permission or 18

without parental permission
Must pass physical screening
High School Diploma or Accepted
Alternative Credential
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
**Requirements vary for those with a criminal record and for
non-citizens.

Available Jobs
The military provides access to careers in
almost every field, including (but not limited
to):

Administrative Support
Intelligence & Combat
Support
Arts & Media
Legal & Law
Enforcement
Combat

Mechanics

Computer Technology

Medical & Emergency

Construction & Engineering

Transportation & Aviation

Compensation

Health care is provided for full- and parttime military personnel. Tax benefits are
also available.
Without a degree, a single person
without medical training can expect to
have an annual salary between $28,377
and $49, 741.
The military provides an opportunity to
receive world-class training in technical
fields that are in demand in the civilian
sector.

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship Basics
A unique educational opportunity which includes:
a combination of on-the-job training and related
classroom instruction
students/workers learning the practical and
theoretical aspects of a highly skilled occupation
sponsorship by joint employer and labor groups,
individual employers, and/or employer associations
practicing and learning all levels of a particular
trade in real-world applications
the opportunity to earn an income as they
learn/work

Apprenticeship
Requirements
Minimum age of 18 (birth certificate)
United States Citizen
Good physical condition to perform labor (may have to
complete a physical)
High School Diploma or GED (transcripts) technical
honors diploma encouraged
Personal Interview
Work Keys Aptitude Test
3 5 year commitment (depending on the program)
Pass a mandatory drug test
Valid drivers license
Signing of apprenticeship agreement

Apprenticeship Preparation

High school students considering

apprenticeship are encouraged to pursue
coursework in math, science, English
and curriculum emphasizing real-world
problem solving.
Blueprint reading and mechanical
drawing are helpful for building and
construction trades.
Soft skill development including work
ethic, personal management skills and
team-work skills.

Apprenticeship Earnings and Outlook

Carpenters
Median Pay $39,530 per year / $19.00 per hour
Employment of carpenters is projected to grow 20% from 2010-2020, faster than average for all occupations.
Job prospects should improve as construction activity rebounds from recent recession.
Laborers
Median Pay $28,410 per year / $13.66 per hour
Employment is projected to grow 25% from 2010-2020, faster than the average for all occupations.
Millwrights
Median Pay $48,360 per year / $23.25 per hour
Employment is expected to decline 5% from 2010-2020. Despite declining employment, job opportunities
should be good for those with a broad set of skills in machine maintenance.
Operating Engineers
Median Pay $39,460 per year / $18.79 per hour
Employment is expected to grow 23% from 2010-2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Spending
on infrastructure should generate many jobs for construction equipment operators.
Painters
Median Pay $34,280 per year / $16.48 per hour
Employment is projected to grow 18% from 2010-2020, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
Overall job prospects should be good, and opportunities for indust. painters/coaters should be excellent
Plumbers/Pipefitters
Median Pay $46,660 per year / $22.43 per hour
Employment is expected to grow 26% from 2010-2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Stricter
water efficiency standards and new building/power plant construction are projected to spur demand for
workers.

Statistics from 2010

Apprenticeship Earnings and Outlook

Bricklayers
Median Pay $46,930 per year / $21.83 per hour
Overall employment is projected to grow 40% from 2010-2020, much faster than the average for all occupations
Cement Masons
Median Pay $35, 530 per year / $17.08 per hour
Overall employment is projected to grow 34% from 2010-2020, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Employment growth will vary by specialty.
Electricians
Median Pay $48,250 per year / $23.20 per hour
Employment is projected to grow 23% from 2010-2020, faster than average for all occupations. Homes and
businesses require more wiring than ever before.
Glaziers
Median Pay $36,640 per year / $17.61 per hour
Employment of glaziers is projected to grow 42% from 2010-2020, much faster than the average for all
occupations. Glaziers who have a wide range of skills should have the best job opportunities.
Heat & Frost Insulators
Median Pay $35,110 per year / $16.88 per hour
Employment is expected to grow 28% from 2010-2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Demand will
come from improvements made to increase energy efficiency and the building of power plants.
Ironworkers
Median Pay $44,540 per year / $21.42 per hour
Employment is projected to grow 22% from 2010-2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Job
opportunities should be best in metropolitan areas, where most large construction projects take place.

Statistics from 2010

2 year colleges

Two-Year & Community

College

Educational establishments provide a two-year

program that either ends with an associate degree
or is the equivalent of the freshman and sophomore
years of a four-year undergraduate college
Two-year schools offer students the chance to start
their careers sooner and with less (or no) debt. You
can also use a two-year school as a launching point
to start earning your bachelors degree.
Entrance Requirements:

Some two year colleges dont require high school

graduation
Online or written application

Available Jobs

Jobs that typically require an Associates Degree:

Administrative Assistant, Automotive Mechanic,
Cardiovascular Technician, Commercial Artist, Computer
Technician, Dental Hygienist, Drafter, Engineering
Technician, Funeral Director, Graphic Designer, Heating,
Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician, Hotel or
Restaurant Manager, Medical Laboratory Technician,
Medical Record Technician, Insurance Agent, Water and
Wastewater Treatment, Plant Operator
Between 2008 and 2018:

New jobs requiring some postsecondary education will grow by

79,000
Jobs for high school graduates and drop-outs will grow by only
16,000

Compensation

Average Annual Salary:

No High School $25,892
High School $35,613
Associates Degree $43,185
Bachelors Degree $56,826
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2012)

4 year colleges

4 year Colleges

A four-year institution offers a bachelor's degree upon

successful completion of established graduation
requirements.
Ideally for those students who:

Wish to pursue academic studies in an intellectual environment

beyond the high school level;
Plan to pursue a career or employment opportunity that
requires college-level training and skill development;
Want to increase their earning potential;
Seek a higher quality of life for themselves and their families;
Wish to meet new people, explore new interests, and
experience success in a college setting; and/or
Desire the social and/or career status and mobility often
associated with a college education.

College Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED

Online or Hand-written application
Completion of SAT or ACT
Acceptance offer from college/university

Recommended Criteria

Above average GPA (3.5+)

Extracurricular activities
Above average test scores (SAT/ACT)
Rigorous course load (Honors Courses, AP, IB)

Compensation & Available

Jobs

Average Annual Salary:

No High School $25,892
High School $35,613
Associates Degree $43,185
Bachelors Degree $56,826
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2012)

Many positions require four year degrees.

Examples include: Registered nurses,
teachers, financial advisors, pilots, engineers,
FBI Agent, and accountants, doctors

On The Job Training

On The Job Training

Summary
Offers training for a new career for unemployed or while earning a
paycheck
Provides benefits to employer as well; Indianas WorkOne will reimburse
employers up to 50% of new employee wages
Oldest form of training that dates prior to apprenticeships, yet most
predominant and effective in current jobs
Acquisition of skills within the work environment generally under typical
working conditions
Usually includes both formal and informal training using verbal and
written instruction, demonstration and observation, and hands-on practice
Typically structured with one employee serving as a supervisor or
experienced employee passing knowledge and skills onto a novice
employee

Video clip describing an On The Job Training program

On The Job Training

What Can I Do With It?

Generally unskilled work such as retail, food
service, some construction, and sales
Some basic skills may be required even if
the job does not call for a specific degree

How Much Can I Make?

Most jobs fall within $25,000-$35,000 per
year
Workers with a high school diploma or
higher degree may be qualified for higher
wages even if their degree is in a different
field than their job

On the Job Training

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts

these occupations, which require only
on-the-job training or work experience,
will grow faster, through 2018, than all
other occupations with similar
requirements:
Home Health Aides, Home Care Aides, Physical
Therapist Aides, Dental Assistants, Medical
Assistants, Self-Enrichment Teachers,
Compliance Officers, Occupational Therapist
Aides, Pharmacy Technicians, and Medical
Secretaries

Which choice is right for

you?