When it comes to continuing your education, high school graduates have hundreds of options to choose from. Sometimes it feels like too many – but before you enter freak out mode and we find you hiding in a corner, foaming at the mouth – let’s break it all down…
Start by asking yourself some key questions:
What do I want to study?
Where do I want to live?
How much will it cost?
What kind of school do I want to attend?
What are the job possibilities?
What degree do I need for the job I want?
You’ll also want to familiarize yourself with the different types of schools in the United States, so you can find the school that is best for you. Here’s a quick guide:
Vocational Training / Technical School -- prepares you for a career in a specific industry. Carpentry, cosmetology, electronic technician, and massage therapy are a few careers that begin with a vocational education. Although you do have to go through a formal training or education program, it differs from a four-year college education. Your classes focus on your occupation and you receive practical, hands-on training and skills. If you’re questionin.....
