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Warm-Up?Employment and EducationLessonQuestionLesson GoalsLearn what to consider when choosing a career andan education.Explain important factorsto consider whenchoosing aExplore the costs of aDescribe importantquestions to ask whenchoosing a.education.W2KWords to KnowFill in this table as you work through the lesson. You may also use the glossary tohelp you.a gift, especially of money, given for a specific purposethe price of attending classes at a schoola choice that can be selected over something elsefinancial aid awarded to a student by a college or otherorganization Edgenuity, Inc.1
Warm-UpEmployment and EducationYour Future CareerWhat career do you want to have in the future? Athletic trainer: Works to help athletes recover fromhelps people develop a personal exercise plan Air traffic controller: Manages activities atandand directsplanes as they take off, land, and pass through air spaceMaking the Right Choice for YouWhen making career and education choices, you need to gather importantinformation.Medianannualneeded Edgenuity, Inc.neededJobby 2026AthletictrainersBachelor’sdegreeNone 46,630per year23%Air he-jobtraining 124,540per year3%2
InstructionEmployment and EducationSlide2Questions to AskChoosing a careerWhat are yourWhatand skills?How many jobs will beavailable in the future?would you need?Interests and SkillsEnjoyshandson workIs tstomanageothersIs goodat mathSome of these skills you may already have. But others may requireor Edgenuity, Inc.to be successful.3
InstructionEmployment and EducationSlide2Job OutlooksYou can research to find information about how your chosen career willin the future. Some careers are, and will have more opportunities. Some careers are, and will have fewer opportunities.Your Education OptionsEducation can help you find more career opportunities.University or college Two or more years studies Usually paid for by you Edgenuity, Inc.Vocational school Several months to twoyearsOn-the-job training Weeks or months training Usually paid for by you4-specifictraining Usually paid for byyour
InstructionEmployment and EducationSlide5The Cost of TuitionTuition is the price of attending classes at a school. four-year universities usually have thetuition. Public colleges and universities are cheaper for Public community colleges are an affordablechoice.7., orOther Student ExpensesStudents are also responsible for other expenses. and supplies Student Room andThe Total Cost of a Postsecondary EducationYour Edgenuity, Inc.can determine the total cost of your education. On average, private four-year universities are the most. Community colleges and technical schools are more.5
InstructionEmployment and EducationSlide10Paying for Your EducationWays to pay for an educationWorking at a jobaidFree Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)Postsecondary students can use the FAFSA to apply for financial aid. Gives students access to money from theinstitutionsto share financial Requires students andinformation12and otherTypes of ScholarshipsScholarships are financial aid that does not need to be paid back.-based Awarded because of astudent’s achievement Edgenuity, Inc.-based Awarded because astudent demonstratesfinancial need6-specific Awarded because astudent is a member ofa specific group.
InstructionEmployment and EducationSlide12Using Grants to Pay for EducationEducation grants arefunds that go to students. Students must fill out the FAFSA and demonstrate financial. States and colleges can also provide grants.Using Educational Loans: Federal versus PrivateMany studentsmoney to pay for their postsecondary education.loans:loans: are backed by the United States. are obtained from banks. are available for students whodemonstrate financial need. are available for any studentwho meets lending standards. have lower interest rates. have higher interest rates.Student Loan DebtStudent loans should be used carefully. Loans must be regularly after leaving school.to repay loans can ruin a person’s ability to buy a houseor a car. Edgenuity, Inc.7
InstructionEmployment and EducationSlide12Other Ways to Fund a Postsecondary EducationStudents can use other creative ways to pay for their education.near/at Working at a schooljob as part of afinancial aid plan15serviceschool Agreeing to servein military or serviceprograms Working at other jobsto raise moneyLocation and Cost of LivingYou should consider your location when searching for a. Your career may have more jobs available in certain The.can be different depending on where you liveand work.Salary and Hourly PayYou must consider how you will be paid when choosing a job.Salary AHourly wagesamount of pay over A rate of pay received for eachthe course of a year Can requirehours Edgenuity, Inc.workedwork Can result ina salary8pay than
InstructionEmployment and EducationSlide15Pay and BenefitsYou need to consider your entirebefore taking a job.This includes: the amount you will receive in salary or hourly pay. the number ofyou will receive, such as medical anddental coverage. Edgenuity, Inc.9
Summary?Employment and EducationLessonQuestionWhat factors should you consider when choosing a career andan education?AnswerSlide2Review: Choosing a Career and a JobChoosing a career Consider yourinterests.Choosing a joband Considerof living. Find out what education you willneed. Understand the differencesbetween salary and hourly pay. Pay attention to job outlooks. Consider themight receive. Edgenuity, Inc.and cost10you
SummaryEmployment and EducationSlide2Review: Your Finances and Postsecondary EducationUse theKnow theMake a Consider tuition, roomand board, and otherexpenses. Determine your bestoptions to pay forschool. Use financial aid toreceive grants, loans,and scholarships.Use this space to write any questions or thoughts about this lesson. Edgenuity, Inc.11
Athletic trainer: Works to help athletes recover from and helps people develop a personal exercise plan Air traffic controller: Manages activities at and directs . at math Enjoys driving Enjoys hands-on work Wants to manage others Some of these skills you may already have. But others may require
