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I just separated from the military and I’m thinking about using my Post 9/11 GI Bill to go to school, but I have a question - besides getting a better job and making more money, what are some of the other benefits of a college education? Annette
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If you survey a group of servicemembers Annette, you will find their main reasons for using their GI Bill to get a college degree is to learn a career and earn more money.
And it is true that by having at least an
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What Other Benefits Are There to Having a College Degree Besides a Career and Money?
How can high school students prepare for a psychology career?
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Dear Psychologist,
My daughter is a junior in high school. She took a psychology class and loved it. Her best friend's mother is a psychologist, and now she thinks she wants to be one, too. How can I help her? What should she do to prepare for a career in psychology? Best wishes, Patty
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Dear Patty,
How gr
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Should I try to find a job in a fast-growing field?
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I just got my GED and am ready for my education. I want to train for a field. Should I look for a job in a fast-growing field? What kinds of jobs will I easily be able to get? Thank you, Ken
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Dear Ken,
It's exciting that you are exploring options for your future. Getting training to develop new skills and knowledge is a solid plan. You ask specifically whether you should seek employment in a fast-growing field. Of course, there are clear
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If I change jobs, do I need to get another degree?
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I am not sure if I want to become a teacher or a social worker. I might even want to become a principal someday. I heard that people change jobs a lot in their lives now. If I change my job or career, will I need a new degree? What is the best degree for me to get? Thank you, Eliana
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Dear Eliana,
Yes, it is true that people now tend to have many more jobs across their working years than fifty years ago, when someone might have stayed w
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Can you tell me about careers in the hospitality industry?
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I have always loved working with people. I got my high school diploma, but I never went on to college. I think it would be neat to work in a hotel or a tourism place--somewhere that people feel happy and cared for. Can you give me some career tips?
Best, Benjamin
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Dear Benjamin,
You say that you like to work with people and it sounds as though you are looking for a career that provides for people's physical, social and recreational
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What college courses should I take?
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I need help figuring out what college courses would be best for me to take. Since I finished high school in 1997, I have been a stay at home mom. I'm ready for a change! Thank you so much! Annabelle
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Dear Annabelle,
Thank you for your question; it sounds as though you want to try some new things now that your child (or children) are getting older. Making a life change can be challenging, scary and exciting. You are smart to try to get so
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What jobs help people with their eyes?
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
Last year my dad had eye surgery. I decided that maybe I would like to follow a career that helps people with their eyes, although I don't think I want to be a surgeon. What are my options for jobs? What education would I need? Thank you. Jack.
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Dear Jack,
Sometimes family situations, especially crises, can inspire us to choose certain career directions. If you have a genuine interest in the medical field, in working with both people a
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Re-training in Ohio after being home with kids
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I have a 5-year-old boy who I have stayed home with while he was small but now we need me to get out and make money for the family. I used to drive a school bus and I have my GED. My husband will help me go to school if I can get a good job. Thanks, Angela
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Dear Angela,
It has become increasingly common for people to re-train for a new career in mid-life or even beyond. Since you have your
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Top three career transition points
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Dear Guidance Counselor,
I've been working as a teacher with handicapped children for many years, I think I want to try something different but I am 46. Is that too old for a change? Would I be making a mistake? How do I begin with this kind of career planning? Best, Kelly Ann
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Dear Kelly Ann,
I like to take the optimistic approach and say that it is never too late for a change.
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