Thinking Outside of College: Successful Career Opportunities That Don’t Require a College Degree
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This #CreditChat will highlight options for careers that don’t require college degrees and tips for setting yourself up for success in these fields.
Topic: Thinking Outside of College: Successful Career Opportunities That Don’t Require a College Degree
When: Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 3 p.m. ET.
Where: Join the live hashtag discussion
The panel will include Leslie H. Tayne, Esq: Founder and Managing Director of Tayne Law Group, P.C. (f/k/a The Law Offices of Leslie H. Tayne, P.C.); Beverly Harzog: Credit Card Expert and Consumer Finance Analyst for U.S. News; Rod Griffin: Senior Director, Consumer Education and Advocacy, Experian and Christina Roman: Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.
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Questions we will discuss:
- What percentage of adults do you think do not hold a four-year college degree?
- What careers do not require a college degree?
- What education options can be beneficial to your career in lieu of a college degree?
- Where can you find resources for career options that do not require a college degree?
- What factors should you consider when choosing a career path to pursue?
- What should you look for when deciding which vocational school, academy or certification program to pursue?
- How can those who choose to enter a trade prioritize their financial future when they start earning income?
- How do you stay on top of certifications or license requirements that may be necessary for your career or vocation?
- How do you set and stick to your career goals once you have chosen your profession?
- Any final tips to help students who may be thinking outside of college box?
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