Campbell, California
How do I pick just one career path?
Hi, I honestly have no idea what career would be best for me. One I could succeed in, I want to be a nurse but at the same time a photographer and a writer. I do write stories because I have a lot of ideas in my head, and photography my dad got me into that and I love it. I am only in high...
if you're a physician assistant in CA, can you please answer some questions?
I'm super interested in this career. here are just a few questions I have about it: 1. is there many job opportunities? or is it hard to find a job? 2. how is work-life balance? 3. are you happy with your job? 4. what are some of the 'best/worst' specialities, according to what you've heard or...
Do you like being a physician assistant? What are the pros and cons?
I'm currently a high school senior. College decisions are coming out right now, but most likely I'm going to UC Davis in the fall :)
I want to be in the medical field. I'm curious about what this job is like.
what is your method for keeping confidential information private as a medical administrative assistant?
I am interest on medical administrative assistant #medicaladministrativeassistant
what does an average day for a medical administrative assistant look like?
I am really interest in both medical field and administration. #medicalassitant #administrativeassistant
what would you recommend me to study after medical administrative assitant?
I am interest in the medical field, I like to help people #medicalassinting
I have 2 questions for people who work in general maintenance. 1 what do you like about working in maintenance and what do you dislike about it. 2 how did you get into maintenance and how was it in the beginning
I'm thinking about going into general maintenance and i would like to know how people who work in that field think about their job
#maintenanceandrepair
What classes must a high school student take to become a marine biologist?
#marine-biology
I live in Ohio and want to become a marine biologist. Which classes should I take (or focus on) in high school? Which is the best college for me to go to? Lastly, what programs can I do to get me experience before college?
As an entrepreneur, what are some key skills to build or have when creating a business?
#entrepreneur #business #personal-development
What parts of researching and studying cognitive science can be frustrating?
#science #biology
How does a psychology major help with getting into HR?
#human-resources #psychology #college-major
Is studying cognitive functions difficult?
How can I study cognitive science so I can understand better how the human brain helps us in our every day lives? #science #research
Where do you go from here once you complete college in a year and a half?
I started with The Los Angeles Film School in the month of July 2023 and now I have A year and a half left.
Next year comes November 2022 will be the Final Academic Year and then I graduate in 2023
#college #film
What are the different educational paths for becoming a nuclear medicine technologist?
Hi, I am a high school grade who is currently in career technical training for medical assisting. I had to take a break from college but I am planning to go back to get my associates for Nuclear Medicine technology or just biotechnology in general. Some of my other interests include art,...
What's a good way to build a strong but open career path?
I am a high school graduate who is currently in career technical training. I had to take a break from college in order to do so but I would like to go back. I took two years of biotechnology in high school and I absolutely adore the subject. Some of my other interests are art, psychology and...
How to get a job as a new graduate without any experience
Hi, my name is sohaya, I just graduated college with a degree in human-centred Design from India, I just moved to the US and am trying to look for a job as a design researcher, with no experience working in the US. What should my initial steps be? #career #design...
Do security pentesters work steady hours or are they basically freelance?
(I want to be transparent right up front: I'm not a student. I'm a staff member at CareerVillage.org. But I'm posting this question because although we have many questions related to #cybersecurity, we don't have this one, and I think our students would love to know the answer.) My question:...
How would you build a software developer?
I'm a Marine Corps Veteran and was just accepted to a program that will pay for school, any additional training that would make me more hirable, and a monthly housing allowance. I'm starting at a local community college and looking to transfer to Santa Clara University in pursuit of a computer...
What degrees do I need to become an astrobiologist?
#astrobiologist #education #degree
What is a normal day at work for a research scientist?
#research #science #worklife
What does it take to become a NASA research scientist?
#research #science #NASA I like to learn new things every day to keep me engaged and save me from boredom. I love the type of work NASA is doing and am interested in researching because I have a perception of getting the opportunity to learn something new often. I also enjoy presenting/writing...
To be a Fron-end developer what path can I pursue?
I've been learning programing languages (HTML, CSS, JAVASCRIPT) for about seven months. I take Khan academy, freecode camp etc.
Is there any good way to prepare to get a job as a Front-end developer?
#information-technology #get a job #learning methods #web developer #self taught
AP scores - what do colleges see?
I am a rising Junior. During my sophomore year, I studied AP CSA from an online school and took AP CSA exam this June. I would like to study computer science, however, I did not do very well in AP CSA exam even though my class grade is an A in this subject. I am not sure what we should do...
Are there any college majors that combine physics and neuroscience?
Physics and neuroscience are my main passions that I want to study more in college, but I am really tied between them, so does anyone know any majors that combine them? I thought about biomedical or electrical engineering, but I am open to more recommendations! #physics #college #engineering...
What should I do for college applications if I just switched from Physics to Neuroscience as a prospective major?
Over the summer ( a couple days ago), I switched paths from physics to neuroscience. But I never took AP Biology or AP Chemistry. I will be entering senior year next month, taking AP Physics 2, AP Calculus BC, and AP Statistics as my STEM courses. I only took AP Psychology just last year....
Do I count as In State or Out of State?
All my life I lived in California. If I attend college in New York for example, then when I apply to Medical School in California, would I be counted as In State or Out of State?
#college #university #medicine #school #career #college-applications #healthcare
What do I need to do to become an Optometrist in the U.S?
I am senior in high school and want to be optometrist. What is the pathway to become one? Any advice?
#healthcare #doctor #medicine #college #advice
How should I answer the "Why Us?" Essay in college applications?
I find this topic to be the hardest to answer on college apps. Any advice?
#college #college-advice #advice
What is a major with higher gpa average? What is considered an easy major?
Currently deciding college majors. Need help.
#college #college-major #major #college-admissions #anthropology #pre-med #education
Any advice on writing personal statements for college applications?
I am an incoming senior in high school and I am looking to apply to some colleges. How should I get started on my essays? Any advice or no-no's I should avoid?
#college-advice #college-admissions #college-bound #college
How to be a successful and joyful dental hygienist?
I am boarding onto taking prerequisite courses to apply for dental hygiene programs. I am not so good at science courses and am afraid of giving shots. Thank you in advance for your advice! #dental-hygienist
What are does it take to design cars or aftermarket car parts?
I wanna work in the automotive industry designing cars or aftermarket car parts. I am 19 from California, and am currently enrolled in community college classes and plan on becoming a mechanical engineer. Would a minor/classes in graphic design be advantageous as well? I also have taken an...
Clinical experience during the pandemic
Hello! I'm a pre-med student looking to get clinical experience. However, the pandemic has caused a lot of clinics near me to stop accepting volunteers. What other ways can I get clinical experience? #volunteer #premed #medicine
Civilian Jobs with a criminal justice or criminology bachelors?
I sort of already know what I want to do for my future jobs. I have a huge list actually, just incase I can’t get the first! I always thinks it’s nice to have a bunch of jobs I would like to do so I don’t get discouraged if I can’t get the first one. I have been going insane trying to find as...
How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?
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Can you tell me about your typical day in college?
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Scholarship advice? When should I start looking?
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What things should be considered in choosing the college or university you are going into?
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Any advice for those students who are struggling with their academics, especially those who feel they aren't "smart"?
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How much time does it really take to pay off student debt?
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Did you go to a 4 year college or did you choose other options, and what were those options?
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What are some of the best premed schools? (that don't have insane acceptance rates)
I am a junior in high school currently compiling my list of colleges I'm going to apply to next year. I want to be premed, and hopefully get into medical school one day. I've been doing a lot of research lately, and I learned that choosing a good school for premed is actually really important...
Are UC (University of California) schools not preferable for premed?
I read something online that UC schools aren't the best for premed because of the amount of students that attend the schools, and because of the harsh grading curve. Is this true? Should I consider applying to other schools such as University of Washington? #doctor #premed #medical_school...
What is a doctor's work schedule like?
Vacation days? How many hours/days a week? Amount of stress? How would this schedule compare to that of a nurse practitioner? #nurse #doctor #medicine #nurse-practitioner #pediatrician
What is social life like during premed and medical school?
What are your experiences going into medicine? I've been watching a lot of youtube videos lately, and everyone that I've watched so far spends practically the whole day studying. Is medical school actually non stop studying? I do understand that medical school is hard, but there has to be some...
What should I major in if I want to go to medical school?
Hello, my name is Athena and I am currently a junior in high school. As implied, I'm going to be applying to colleges soon (wow, time really does fly!). I'm actually doing dual-enrollment at my local community college, since I know med school takes a long time. I should be done with my GED...
What are all the steps to becoming a pediatrician?
Hello, my name is Athena and I am currently a junior in high school. Ever since kindergarten I've wanted to be a "kid doctor". I've always enjoyed the sciences more than anything else. However, I'm not really sure how to become a pediatrician. I think you have to get your undergrad degree...
In search of the proper career path
I'm a 29-year-old Hispanic male who enjoys helping others. I tend to go out of my way for others and do my absolute best when I encounter someone in need whether it is a friend, family member, or someone I've never met. I'd love to find a career working with youth whether at a high school or...
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