Hey – how about taking some college classes, it’s never too late to get started?
Yes, last week I was working with a client and all of a sudden she burst out crying, “It’s too late for me to go to college.” She continued telling me that back in December she had planned it all out and in January she was going to sign up for her classes that she had selected, but somehow had neglected to.
Once she calmed down, I told her that there was good news. I told her that colleges also offers late start classes during the regular semester and classes were still open for her to sign up. I told her that college classes are normally 16 weeks long; however there were classes also offered that are 8 weeks long as well (late start classes). When I told her the good news she was ready to revisit her college schedule and register in some classes.
NOW THE GOOD NEWS FOR YOU: Yes, the end of March is the time frame that late start classes will start. So now (today) is the time to register for late start classes. How about it? Visit a college in your area and get started in taking college classes. Just like when I was working with my client last week I provided her with a checklist so that she could better understand the process. Likewise, I would like to share my checklist with you, “it’s free.”
TO GET STARTED – GOING TO COLLEGE: Given below is a simple check list to follow;
1. Choose a local college (in your area) that you would like to attend.
2. Go to their website and fill out the application (no charge). Once you get your I.D. number you will now have an account with the college and that account is called eServices. Within your eServices, you can manage your college account, check email, add/drop classes, do financial aid, and even look at your grades.
3. Take the Math and English placement test (Only if you want an A/A degree or want to transfer).
4. Apply for Financial Aid (http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/).
5. Make an appointment with an Academic Counselor.
6. Register for classes. Note: You will be assigned a date & time for doing this.
7. Pay for your classes and fees.
8. Purchase your books. Some students use the local bookstore on campus, but you can find cheaper books on internet sites such as Amazon.com and others as well.
9. Seek additional services; such as the Career Center, Library, the Transfer Center, etc.
Again the last week of March is when the late start classes start at our local colleges. Now is the time to get signed up and now is the time to take action.
If I can help you in get started, or if you just have a simple question, give me a call. I can be reached at (760) 716-4400.
Coach Eddie :)
Monday, March 8, 2010
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Looking for a Job
The year is 2010.
New Year, so New Job - right?
Check out the job listings and career information on www.jobing.com in San Diego.
I have checked out their job announcements, read some of their blogs and have attended some of the events that's listed on their event calendar. They also hosts workshops at their office as well.
Truly a great resource for all job seekers, or companies to use in seeking qualified applicants
Coach Eddie :)
New Year, so New Job - right?
Check out the job listings and career information on www.jobing.com in San Diego.
I have checked out their job announcements, read some of their blogs and have attended some of the events that's listed on their event calendar. They also hosts workshops at their office as well.
Truly a great resource for all job seekers, or companies to use in seeking qualified applicants
Coach Eddie :)
Changing Career - Ask a Career Coach for Help
Help, I need help the email said as I read the first paragraph. Help, I want to change careers but don't know how to start. As I continued to read this email, I could tell that this was a person that wanted to make a career change but didn't know how to get started.
After reading the email on my laptop, I shortly made contact with Tim and we had a career session. Come to find out Tim was an Elementary School Teacher but wasn't satisfied in his career. After Tim and I talked about his likes and dislikes (the pros/cons of his current job) we identified what was bothering him.
Tim as a teenager at one time wanted to be a firefighter, but as a senior in high school, decided to pursue becoming a school teacher. He went to college, got his teaching credentials, and now was teaching 3rd graders.
Tim told me that he enjoyed working with people, but come to find out he didn't like working with younger kids. Tim also told me that he was still thinking about becoming a firefighter as he had dreamed back in his teenager years.
I asked Tim if he knew what it took to become a fire fighter, naturally he said no. So I informed Tim that it would take more schooling and that there were some colleges close by that offered the Fire Fighting Program. From this point I told Tim that he had a couple of options. I informed Tim to visit the local college that offered the program and meet with the staff and discuss his options. I also told Tim to call his local Fire Department Office and go visit them, do an informational interview before he decided for sure.
Tim did the things that we discusses in his career coaching session and now is proudly working his way through the Fire Fighting Academy. I know Tim will succeed and one day will be great Fire -Fighter. What a great new career to go into!!!
After reading the email on my laptop, I shortly made contact with Tim and we had a career session. Come to find out Tim was an Elementary School Teacher but wasn't satisfied in his career. After Tim and I talked about his likes and dislikes (the pros/cons of his current job) we identified what was bothering him.
Tim as a teenager at one time wanted to be a firefighter, but as a senior in high school, decided to pursue becoming a school teacher. He went to college, got his teaching credentials, and now was teaching 3rd graders.
Tim told me that he enjoyed working with people, but come to find out he didn't like working with younger kids. Tim also told me that he was still thinking about becoming a firefighter as he had dreamed back in his teenager years.
I asked Tim if he knew what it took to become a fire fighter, naturally he said no. So I informed Tim that it would take more schooling and that there were some colleges close by that offered the Fire Fighting Program. From this point I told Tim that he had a couple of options. I informed Tim to visit the local college that offered the program and meet with the staff and discuss his options. I also told Tim to call his local Fire Department Office and go visit them, do an informational interview before he decided for sure.
Tim did the things that we discusses in his career coaching session and now is proudly working his way through the Fire Fighting Academy. I know Tim will succeed and one day will be great Fire -Fighter. What a great new career to go into!!!
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