Florida, USA
Is where you choose to do your practicum extremely important, or is taking the first available spot equally beneficial?
I am earning my Bachelors of Science in Education and will soon need to begin my practicum. I have been given the TEACH grant which needs to be repaid through employment at a Title I school. Would it benefit me to attempt to secure a practicum spot at the place I hope to teach once my...
What are some pros and cons of teaching at a private school versus a public school?
I am interested in personal opinions on the benefits or shortcomings of each potential workplace. #teaching #education #private-school #health-insurance #public-school
What is it like as a physician assistant?
I'm very interested in pursuing a career in the medical field originally as a physician in the hospital, but many people have told me that it's not worth going to medical school for such a long time, and to become a physician assistant instead. They listed a lot of reasons like having better...
When having responsibilities both at home and at a full time job, how do you balance them to make the best of both?
I am asking this because as a full time student I have responsibilities that require my attention both at home and at school, and it has proven difficult to balance them both. #organization #work-life-balance #work-ethic
How can someone get started in comedy and acting?
I want to know what a person needs to do to become a comedian or an actor. #movies #comedy #televison
What are some good jobs for someone with strong people skills?
I want to work with people but I don't know what careers could best suit my skillset. #social-work #social #skills #people #personal-development
How do you get your cosmetology license? How long does it take?
I am interested in working in cosmetics while I'm in college. I want to know how long it would take to become licensed and what the requirements are. #cosmetology #beauty #beauty-industry
Degree in biology... art/environment/science?
Hello, I graduated last year with a degree in biology in Florida... I've been pre-dental since 2010. I applied last cycle with a GPA of 3.4 and a DAT score of 17. I'm aware my DAT score isn't the best, and considering how competitive the dental career is becoming, I don't expect that to be...
What are some great techniques for studying on the go?
I have a pretty tight schedule already and I am about to graduate i want to know some great ways to study on the go. #studying-tips
What is it like in the field?
I want to major in psychology and eventually work in a psych wing in the hospital but what are some everyday experiences, what are some things I should expect. #psychology #hospital
What are good study techniques to use in college to help you with time management and successful grades.
I am a high school graduate, going on to college, and wanted to know the most efficient ways of studying. #college #graduate
What are the steps you should take during college to better your chances of employment in the film industry after college.
i am a senior in high school going on to college soon to study film, and i am curious to know what are the best steps to take to ensure employment in the film industry after college. #film #in #film-production #industry
Over the past few years, there has been an increase in financial advisors. Why do you think that is?
As a high school junior, I spend a lot of my time planning my goals and how to achieve them. I researched my career and realized that there has been in an increase in demand for such prestigious people. I thought of why that was. #business #finance #banking #helping-others #investment
As a umcoming financial advisor, I would like to know what is one of most challenging area of this career field and what advice would you give to someone like me to minimize or eliminate this challenge.
I am a outgoing high school Junior who strives to be successful by taking small but meaningful actions to reach my goals. I spend atleast three days a week researching my future career but haven't find a answer to this question. I want to be prepared for any challenge that awaits me as best as...
What are some classes i can take at a community college to help me prepare myself for a four year college and major in Pediatrics?
I am a junior in high school and I am looking to find out information regarding pediatrics and what classes to take. I will most likely be going to a community college first and then transfer to an university.
#pediatrics
What are the best sites for scholarships?
I'm looking for some sites that offers scholarships. #university
how often do you have to deliver bad news to patients and how do you go about it?
I once read this article about the "proper way" to inform parents that they're having a child with Down Syndrome and I just wanted to see if it happens often #doctor #obstetrics #obstetrician #gynecologist #medicine #hospital-and-health-care #healthcare
is it possible to get hired by a hospital?
I'm interested in working in a hospital; what jobs are available to me? #doctor #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #obstetrics
As a Pathologist, is more of your work computer based or in a lab/hospital?
I am interested in pursuing a career in pathology and was wondering what this aspect of the job was like. #medicine #pathologist #pathology
As a Biomedical Engineer, do you typically spend more time working on the computer with models or programs or with prototypes and physical objects?
I am interested in pursuing a career in biomedical engineering and I wanted to know about this specific aspect of working in the field. #biomedical-engineering #biomedical #biomedical-engineer
How can I advance in the healthcare setting?
I am pursuing a Bachelors degree in Healthcare Management. I'd like to learn more about how far I can get in this field. Once my bachelors degree has been earned, I would enjoy furthering my career by continuing my education with a Masters Degree. #healthcare #education #management #financial-aid
How many years of education is recommended for a healthcare manager?
I have chosen to pursue my Bachelors degree in Healthcare Management. I want to be fully prepared and educate myself on all levels of healthcare to be confident in every part of the hospital or other practitioner's office. I look forward to becoming a well-rounded individual in the healthcare...
What is the most efficient method to find and win scholarships for college?
I would like to be able to raise as much money as possible to be able to attend college in the future. #college #student #scholarships
What are good extra curricular's to join in high school, that look good for college?
I would like to be able to go to college, and hopefully this will help to achieve my goal. #college #student
Preparing for Medical School, what should I focus on the most?
I understand that grades, GPA, and test scores are extremely important when applying for medical school, or anything medical for that matter. I also know that they like to look at 'unique' characteristics that make the applicant stand out, like taking a different major than the generic ones....
Optometry vs. Ophthalmology- Should I be worried that the MDs will take over the ODs?
I am interested in pursuing Optometry, which means I would need to take the OAT, and go into Optometry school. However, if you go through with Medical school, and the MCAT, one could become an Ophthalmologist. I don't want to begin following the Optometry route if the MDs could take over the...
What major works best for a soon to be Pre-Med student but also allows a back-up plan?
I plan on pursuing Pre-Med in college, however I must declare a major. I want to choose something that I can also rely on (like a back-up) if I decide that Medical School isn't for me. Of course, I don't plan on quitting, but I'm worried that if something were to happen then I would be stuck...
How do I become an anesthesiologist?
As of right now i'm planning to go to school to become a nurse anesthetist but i have no idea what is the best step for me to take to pursue my career as an anesthesiologist #medicine #nurse #hospital-and-health-care #anesthesiologist #nurseanesthetist
Is having a sense of moral accountability important in the entertainment industry?
With the many movies, tv movies, and social media we often times see artist conforming to the negative ways of society. I know that it may not be intentional but a lot of times artist and celebrities do things that aren't exactly moral in order to keep the fame #photography #theatre #actor...
When studying abroad in college what should I expect and how should I overcome any problems that I may face?
I have been interested in study abroad when I start college in the fall. #technology #study-abroad
How many school years will it take to become an attorney?
I want to find out how long it would take me to become an attorney, if I decide to follow that path. #law #lawyer #criminal-justice #attorney #criminal-law
What are some challenges that I may face in a field that would be considered dominated by males?
I am asking this question because I'm a girl and I am going to study information technology in college and I want to become an information security analyst and I know that males are more prone to work in these fields. #information-technology #women-in-tech
What are the differences between the math majors? And what are their benefits?
I'm asking this questions because I want to major in math, but there are many areas to choose from. #mathematics #applied-mathematics #computational-mathematics #discrete-mathematics
How versitile is a computer science degree?
I am looking into going into either electrical engineering or computer science and I was wonder which degree would help as I would like to be a sound engineer. Entry into the field is possible with both but which is better? #college #engineer #computer #college-minor #sound-mixing
Are niche degrees a good idea?
Should someone major in say computer science over game programming even if the main goal is to be a game programmer? #college #engineer #computer #jobs
What is the difference between Computer Engineering and Computer Science?
I'm interested i STEM majors, particularly engineering. What do computer engineers and scientist do? How are their jobs different? #computer-science #engineer #computer-engineer
What do information technologists do on a day to day?
I'm interested in changing my major from Civil Engineering to Information Technology. #information-technology
What isa day in the life of a civil engineer composed of?
I'm a Civil Engineering major and I will be attending Florida International University in the fall of 2016. I usually struggle with indecision in terms of my major and I tend to want to shift to Information Technology, Computer Software, and Mathematics. I am a HUGE STEM person. #engineering...
Let's say I want to become an environmental engineer and the required degree is a bachelor. Should I go to prestigious school to obtain my bachelors or no?
I am asking this question because I need to know this type of information in order to be successful in college. And it is information needed to be more marketable in the job market. #college #counselor #bachelor #advisor #choice
What are some good career choices if I want to study about the environment and how to make it better?
Because I am indecisive on whether my intended major should be environmental science or environmental engineering. I would just like to go into a field where I would be finding ways to make our environment better and lower our carbon footprint. Also I would like a major that would allow me to...
What is the best career path for a musician with an eclectic taste in music and the ability to play multiple instruments?
I play bass guitar, acoustic and electric guitar, a little piano, bagpipes and would like to learn others. I am a young musician and live in an area where this is not a lot of opportunity for me to pursue my interests. I am moving to GA and will attend Atlanta Institute of Music and Media to...
How do you gain employment as a musician on a cruise ship and does it lead to other career options? Are the living conditions while on the ship worth enduring to potentially see the world while working?
I am going to school for bass guitar composition. I was told that cruise ships are one of the employers seeking musicians. I would love to travel before I settle down in one location and potentially get married or establish a career that does not involve travel. #professional #musician...
What courses do I require to take for dentistry?
I am asking this question because I am interested in that major. #dentistry #dentist #dental
How many years do I have to study in order to become a dentist hygienist?
My name is Ingrid and I am senior at Southwest Miami Senior High. I have always love science and writing since middle school years. The reason why I am asking this question is because I am planning to study to become a dentist hygienist and it is best to ask instead of not knowing anything so I...
Any tips on the career social work?
Any advice about anything for the career social work? #psychology #social-work
What is a profession you would go into with a degree in PR?
You have graduated with a PR degree but what sort of job do you end up with? #jobs #after-college #pr
How do law firms choose their new hires?
When you are going through law school are they already looking for people or do they not look until you have already graduated? #law #lawyer
Which should you prioritize, college at-home-ness, or tuition cost?
Like your dream, kinda expensive college, or one that's more affordable but you don't feel very t-home at. #college #finance #higher-education
How much does the college you go to really impact your journey into a career?
Like how comparable is a Upenn business degree to a FSU business degree? #college-jobs
Which one is better: an Undergrad Ivy League School or a Graduate Ivy League School?
As a student from a middle class family, I must worry about money for college and attempt to not get myself suffocated by loans. Therefore, I wanted to know if it is better to go to an expensive out-state college as an undergrad, or simply do a not so expensive college then pursuit a Master's...
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