Bridging the Gap to Education:

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Bridging the Gap to Education:HerkimerMadisonOneida

Why Further Your Education??

Education Pays:

Job Openings in HMO-Region

Madison CountyHerkimer & Oneida County

http://www.labor.ny.gov/jobs/regional.shtm

Hot Jobs Herkimer/Oneida County:

Hot Jobs Madison County:Crouse Community Center needs a full time LPN. NY1161989Crouse Community Center in Morrisville is seeking a full time LPN to work 3-11pm. The selected candidate would be required to work every other weekend and every other holiday. Selected candidate must possess a current NYS LPN license. Previous experience working with the elderly is preferred.

Motorcycle Mechanic needed in CazenoviaNY1159907Experienced Motorcycle Mechanic for diagnosis and repairs. Applicants must be NYS Certified for InspectionsHave 2 years experience in motorcycle diagnosis and repair.

Child Health Associates in Oneida needs an LPNNY1161070Child Health Associates is looking for a full time LPN for their pediatric office. Hours of work are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Some evening and Saturday hours will be required.

Tow Truck Driver/Auto TechnicianNY1157291Tow Truck Driver/Auto Technician needed at Kinney's Kar Kare in Oneida, NY. The selected candidate will drive a tow truck and respond to emergency calls (mostly on the NYS Thruway). In addition, the candidate must be able to perform routine mechanical duties. Must possess a GED or High School diploma. Prior tow truck driving experience and a CDL with towing endorsement is required. Prior experience performing routine mechanical duties is required.

Local Education/Training Options:Herkimer/Madison/Oneida BOCES (Vocational/Certificates)Mohawk Valley Community College (Utica/Rome-Campus) (Associate Degrees) Morrisville State College (4-year Degrees)Utica CollegeUtica School of CommerceHerkimer County Community CollegeSUNY PolyJob Corps St. Elizabeths School of NursingCazenovia CollegeHamilton CollegeColgate University

Some Education Options Offered:Morrisville State College:Associates Degrees:Auto Body TechnologyComputer Systems TechnologyCriminal JusticeGaming and Casino ManagementBachelors Degree:Agricultural Business DevelopmentApplied Psychology Automotive ManagementInformation Technology Management

http://www.morrisville.eduHerkimer County Community College:Associates Degree:Early Childhood EducationAccountingEmergency Medical Technician-ParamedicTravel & Events Management

http://www.herkimer.edu

Herkimer/Madison/Oneida BOCES:Certificates:Business & Career DevelopmentCoachingTechnology SmartHealth Care (LPN)

http://www.oneida-boces.org

Apprenticeships:The process of learning a skilled occupation through on the job training from an experienced workerPaid on the job trainingSome classroom trainingTraining could take any where from One to Six years to complete, all based on Occupation chosenContract between apprentice and employer acknowledge shared commitment to the training. This document is approved and registered by the New York State Department of Labor.

Must Be:18 years old16 years old with parental consent

Funding Your Education:

Federal Student LoansGrants (TAP, Pell)Access-VROn-Point for CollegeScholarshipsWIOA

http://www.suny.edu/attend/academics/eop/

Who wants just a job? Who wouldnt want a Career?BEAM wants to help you develop the skills you need to maintain employability Navigate career changes throughout your lifetime Not just those needed to obtain initial employmentTo be able to keep and advance in a career field

Career Planning:

Career Skills:Soft Skills: Listening Communication Confident Crisis Management Desire to Learn Effective Communicatorhttp://jobsearch.about.com/od/skills/fl/soft-skills.htm

Career Cluster:Focus on a career cluster, not just one portion that stands out to youKnowing other opportunities within that career cluster may peak your interest more

Career Zone:Use Career Zone to assess yourselfUse the tools provided to youFind a Career Path that enables you, motivates you and grabs your interest at its fullestChoose a career that inspires you to be a part ofhttps://www.careerzone.ny.gov

Any Questions??

Anny Guerrero and Kristi Edick