vocational education

"In Apprentice Nation, education and workforce expert Ryan Craig explores how a modern apprenticeship system will allow students and job seekers to jumpstart their careers by learning while they earn - ultimately leading to greater economic opportunity, workforce diversity, and geographic mobility"--.

Offers vocational guidance, brainstorming activities, and journal exercises to high school graduates who are undecided about a career path, discussing the various available options including training programs, community college, military service, four-year universities, and gap years.

The author argues that the primary function of education is not to enhance skills but to certify intelligence, work ethic, and conformity. The text examines why even with better access to education there has not been a result of better jobs for the average worker, and that vocational education would be more beneficial.

Offers guidance on the wide-ranging opportunities in alternative and vocational education, and provides advice on homebound and part-time work, r?sum? writing, and employment interviewing.

Offers educators and policymakers an overview of the rationale and methods used to redesign high schools so they can help students prepare for college and vocational school, arguing that it is the school's duty to help students attain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the academic and workplace environments.

Provides descriptions of vocational and technical programs at more than 2,600 accredited colleges, schools, and training centers east of the Mississippi River, each with information on cost, student services, financial aid, and who to contact; and includes advice on choosing a school, getting an apprenticeship, and career trends.

Offers guidance on the wide-ranging opportunities in alternative and vocational education.

"Nurses are in short supply, and the shortage will become greater in the future. Nursing schools are expanding the number and scope of the courses they provide in an attempt to address this shortage. Men, for whom nursing is considered a nontraditional profession, are being encouraged to pursue nursing careers. This informative volume presents the wide variety of skills and preparation necessary for nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses and licensed vocational nurses (LPNs/LVNs), registered nurses (RNs), and nurse specialists. It also explains the many certificates and degrees that can be earned to prepare nurses for caring for patients in various settings."-Provided by publisher.

Provides career advice for young people who plan to join the workforce after high school rather than attend college.