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POSTSECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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College is any type of education after high school! College includes apprenticeships, certificates, or degrees from trade schools, community colleges, private colleges or public colleges\/universities!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today most jobs require education or training after high school. When you pick a career path, be sure to research what education or training you need to successfully land a job!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out which postsecondary path is right for your career goals,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out our Careers page!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Certificate programs are typically very specific to the field of study and there are generally very few if any general education requirements. This allows you to effectively learn a skill in a relatively short amount of time (usually about one year). Certificate programs can be found at community colleges or trade schools.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Muskegon Community College has certificate programs ranging from Automotive Technicians to Mechatronics to Welding Technology.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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West Shore Community College offers a range of certificate programs such as Early Childhood Education, Law Enforcement, and Software Development<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

APPRENTICESHIPS & TRADES<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Apprenticeships are another pathway to postsecondary education. Most apprentices learn a trade such as carpentry, plumbing, or electrical work. Apprentices work with a mentor to learn skills on the job and may be required to take a class in the evening. Apprentices get paid while on the job and there is typically no cost to any additional classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apprenticeships can be competitive! Employers who hire apprentices look for students who are eager to learn and have an outstanding work ethic!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click Here to find our Skilled Trades Booklet <\/a>– outlining educational pathways in 9 different trades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Find out more about Apprenticeships!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n