1. Where am I Going?

Ask yourself these questions and see which one applies to you.

Do you, a recent high school graduate, want to choose a major?
Are you an adult who wants a career but not sure how to go about it?
Have you had a career for a long time and are looking to make a change?

Choosing a college major:

http://www.quintcareers.com/choosing_major.html
A step by step guide to choosing a major; offers resources too.

http://www.uncwil.edu/stuaff/career/Majors/
What Can I Do With A Major In...?

Choosing a career direction:

http://www.bls.gov
Go to occupations and then click on Occupational Outlook Handbook. Research careers for training requirements, income potential and future outlook. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics.

Changing a career:

http://www.quintcareers.com/career_change.html
A step by step guide for what to do to change your career. Know your transferable skills!

http://www.mwcc.mass.edu/services/success/transferable_skills.html
MWCC’s web site for job development.

Potential Career Options for MWCC Graduates

Note: Not all degree and certificate programs can be completed in all formats at all campuses.

Degrees

Art Degree: Art Teacher, Advertising Assistant, Computer Graphic Designer, Freelance Artist, Illustrator, Museum Assistant, Tour Guides, Web Designer
Automotive Technician Degree: Automotive Technician, Lube Technician, Mechanic
Biomanufacturing/Biotechnology Degree: Lab Technician
Broadcasting & Telecommunications Degree: Account Services Representative, Announcer, Audio Technician, Marketing Assistant, Media Buyer, Media Planner, Production Assistant, Radio Technician, Television Production Technician
Business Administration Degree: Accounting & Credit Manager, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable Supervisor, Assistant Comptroller, Assistant Store Manager, Assistant Sales Manager, Billing Assistant, Bookkeeper, Branch Officer Administrator, Business Manager, Buyer/Purchasing Assistant, Customer Service Representative, Executive Assistant, Human Resources Coordinator, Fundraiser, Junior Staff Accountant, Loan Adjustor, Marketing Asstant, Management Trainee, Office Manager, Payroll Clerk, Service Operations Manager, Sales Associate, Teller
Clinical Lab Science Degree: Lab Technician
Complementary Health Care & Massage Therapy Degree: Fitness Aide, Massage Therapist, Residential Director
Computer Graphic Design Degree: Graphic Designer, Graphic Customer Relations Manager, Marketing Assistant, Web Designer, Web Marketing Specialist
Computer Information Systems Degree: Computer Programmer, Computer Service Technician, Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, Helpdesk Support, IT Specialist, Reporting Specialist, Software Engineer, Technical Liasion, Technical Support Specialist, Web/Video Technician
Criminal Justice Degree: Animal Control Officer, Asset Protection Supervisor, Campus Police Officer, Corporate Security Supervisor, Corrections Instructor, Corrections Officer, Director of Facilities & Security, Juvenile Caseworker, Police Dispatcher, Police Officer, Security Associate, State Trooper
Dental Hygiene Degree: Dental Hygienist
Early Childhood Education Degree: Childcare Provider, Classroom Teacher's Aide, Head Start Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, Lead Teacher, Nanny, Preschool Teacher, Special Education Teacher
Fire Science Degree: EMT, Firefighter
General Studies Degree: Administrative Assistant, Assistant Town Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Court Officer, Customer Service Rep, Dispatcher, Financial Services Rep, Fitness Consultant, Life Guard, Loan Processor, Nanny, Retail Sales Consultant, Tutor
Human Services Degree: Behavioral Aide, Case Manager Assistant, Community Support Counselor, Crisis Counselor, Family Service Coordinator, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Worker, Mentor, Protective Services Worker, Recreation Coordinator, Rehabilitation Counselor, Residential Counselor, Transitional Specialist, Vocational Center Manager
Liberal Arts and Science/Liberal Arts Degree: Account Management Specialist, Assistant Recreational Director, Assistant Librarian, Bookkeeper, Campus Student Services Assistant, Copywriter, Credit Analyst, Substitute Teacher, Teller, Tutor
Manufacturing Technology Degree: Molding Engineer, Process Designer
Medical Assisting Degree: Medical Assistant, Office Manager, Patient Care Assistant, Ward Clerk
Natural Resources Degree: Conservation Clerk, Botanical Gardens/Arboretums Assistant, Farmer, Florist, Landscaper, Nature Guide, Nursery Assistant, Recycling Coordinator
Nursing Degree: Cardiac Nurse, Charge Nurse, ER Nurse, Facility Coordinator, Hospital Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Mental Health Community Setting Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, Nursing Home/Assisted Living Nurse, Registered Nurse, Pediatric Nurse, School Nurse, Surgical Nurse, Treatment Nurse
Paralegal Studies Degree: Paralegal, Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Office Manager
Physical Therapist Assistant Degree: Physical Therapist Assistant

Certificates

Automotive Technology Certificate: Service Technician, Race Team Pit Crew Member, Diesel Mechanic, Shop manager/Owner, Repair Service Writer, Motorcycle, Boat & Small Engine Mechanic
Business Administration Certificate: Entry-level positions in Business
Business Skills Enhancement Certificate: Customer Service Representative, Assistant Account Manager, Assistant Administrative Support, Pre-manager Position
Complementary Health Care Certificate: Coordinator at Wellness Centers, Coordinator Health Centers, Coordinator at Spas
Computer-assisted Accounting Certificate: Entry-level in Accounting, Entry-level in Accounts Receivable, Entry-level in Accounts Payable, Entry-level in Data Entry
Computer Graphic Design-Print Certificate: Design Firms, Marketing Departments, Commercial Art, Reproduction Firms, Printing and Publishing Companies
Computer Graphic Design-Web Certificate: Design Firms, Marketing Departments, Commercial Art, Reproduction Firms, Other Businesses that Maintain Websites
Computer Service Technician Certificate: PC Technical Support Specialist, Computer Operator, Help-desk Technician
Early Childhood Education Certificate: Care Provider in Head Start work, Preschool, Daycare Programs, Classroom Aide
Electronic Communications & Digital Media Certificate: Systems Analyst, Telecommunications Technician, LAN/WAN Administrator, Internet Service Provider Support Engineer, Computer Service Technician, LAN Cable Installation Specialist
Fitness Leadership & Exercise Science Certificate: Fitness Leaders, Fitness Instructors, Lifeguards, Personal Trainers
Human Service Technician Certificate: Mental Health/Mental Retardation Technician, Case manager, Child Care Specialist, Direct Care Worker, Residential Counselor, Job Coach, Entry-level Human Service Position
Law Enforcement Certificate: Policing and Security Positions
Massage Therapy Certificate: Massage Therapist in: Fitness Centers, Wellness Centers, Spas, Hospitals, Retirement Communities, A Doctor or Chiropractic Office, An Assisted-Living Centers, Yoga Centers, A Group or Individual Practice
Medical Office Certificate: Medical Office Assistant in: A Physician's Office, Chiropractic Office, Optometrist Office, Podiatrist Office, Hospital, Insurance Companies, A Healthcare Facility
Networking Technology Certificate: Technology Support, Help Desk Support, System Administrator, Technical Administrator, Support Engineer
Paralegal Certificate: Administrative Assistant, Paralegal, Law Clerk, Document Clerk, Legal Assistant Private/Public Sector
Practical Nurse Certificate: Licensed Practical Nurse in: A Physician's Office, A Rehabilitation Center, Out-patient Setting, A Residential Care Facility, Home Care
Small Business Management Certificate: Entrepreneur, Small Business Manager

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