Oceanside, California
Does anyone have insight into the TEAS exam?
I'm required to take the TEAS exam to get into nursing school in CA. I'd love to know a bit more about the test from someone who has taken it! #teas #exam #nursing #healthcare #nursing-schools
How do you keep from being cynical when teaching in K-12 or public schools?
A lot of reform movements seem to sweep through public education, movements of varying quality and scope. There are a lot of competing forces trying to influence the classroom. How do you keep from becoming cynical or losing your fire for teaching?
#teaching #teacher #k-12-education #education
Is there a high demand for ESL/ELD teachers in San Diego or Southern California?
I am en route to getting my single subject credential in English, but I would really like to teach ESL/ELD. It seems like most teachers in CA have ELD classes assigned to them, in addition to some classes in the subject of their credential. Will schools and administrators be glad to have...
Besides attending networking events, what is the best advice one can get about meeting with those who can help in getting your name mentioned to those who work where you would like to begin your career?
I attend various chamber events and meet with many individuals but I would like to know how to use my time wisely. Should I be attending 3 events a week or should it be 1 that is geared directly for business?
#business #international-business #business-networking #networking
What would be the best path to take for someone trying to use their MBA to find a career working for a Government Contractor? (I.E. Northrup Grumman, Lockheed Martin, etc.)
I am asking because in the country I live in, San Diego, there are numerous government contractors here and looking at the careers offered, there is job security from what I can see. I have been told numerous times that I look like prior military and have the personality for it and am still...
Why don’t colleges support extreme sports?
The skateboarding and surfing industry is expanding endlessly, and almost all colleges continue to support team sports, while starting a Surf team is difficult at most universities. Skateboarding and surfing will be in the olympics soon as well. #sports #skateboarding #surfing #athletics...
Why is public university in the United States ludicrously expensive?
Student loans, private institutions and student debt is unfair for American youth. I am curious why education isn’t a top public investment for all socio-economic backgrounds. #college #education #studentdebt
What are the defining factors colleges look for when applying to college?
When looking at colleges, they show the GPA and SAT scores that are required and that’s all. Some will say they look for how involved you are in school and your community. I just want a clear statement of what most colleges want to see from me. #applying #requirements-management #college...
If you are awarded a scholarship, are you able to obtain the money before admitted to a school?
#scholarships
When looking at colleges and scholarships, it sometimes says that you will receive the money once you are admitted into the school. I am not sure whether this applies to all scholarships or just the ones the colleges offer?
What is working as a ET Nuke like?
I’ve really been looking into going into the Navy and trying to become a Electrical Technician in the Nuclear field after graduating college and was just wondering if anyone had experience working in or with someone in that field.
#military #nuclear-engineering
Is there any other options of schooling into becoming a doctor?
I am asking this because being a doctor sounds like a delightful career, however many individuals are discouraged because of the amount of schooling needed to be taken for this career. #doctoroffice #toolong
How is the class environment of courses for a business degree?
I am asking because I would like to go into the field of business in college, and I would like information on how the everyday life will be. #business #college #college-major #academic-advising
What can make picking a major easier?
Picking a major seems like one of the biggest decisions I'll have to make between highschool and college since it has such a big impact on my future. How can I break it down to just one major that is ideal for me? #college-major
Does taking AP classes in highschool really pay off in college?
I'm trying to decide if I want to take more AP classes in my next few years of highschool and I'm not sure if it is really worth all the extra work just for a bumped GPA. #highschool #ap
If you were looking to become a pharmacist, what majors would you take in college?
I'm not sure whether I should major in pre-pharmacy studies, pharmacology, or pharmaceutical sciences if I'm looking to become a pharmacist in the future. I am also looking to attend pharmacy school after I graduate with my bachelor's degree. #college #major #pharmacy
Majors for physical therapist
i want to be a physical therapist but there is no physical therapy undergraduate major. what bachelors degree would help me most to succeed in studyin physical therapy for my doctorate?
#physical-therapy
What are some core classes that are recommended to take if I'm interested in pursuing in forensic science
I would like to become a crime scene investigator as my career.
#science , #forensicscientist #csi , #forensics , #crime-scene-investigation
In what ways can healthcare best solve the problem of inaccessibility of medical resources in underdeveloped countries?
My grandmother passed away from breast cancer due to the lack of options in the healthcare field for her when she lived in India.
#healthcare #inaccessable #medicine #doctorsacrossborders
What are the benefits of double majoring?
I feel like Double Majoring in two similar subjects, Engineering and Mathematics. However, I feel as if the work-load will increase significantly. I already have to take 192 units, so how many more units would I take for a mathematics major. #college-majors #engineering #mathematics
What are some good studying tips and strategies ?
#veterinary #tech #assistant
How do I know if I'm fit to be a biologist?
I really like biology and would like to go into the biomedical field, but I don't know if I am right for it. #bio #science #stem #biology #biotechnology
How does a student make the most out of attending a professional conference?
I'm going to be attending a Student Affairs professional conference in October, which will be my first ever attendance at a professional conference. I'm looking to make the most out of this experience and to develop good practices for attendance at future conferences, so I wanted to ask for...
How can I manage my time better? I try my best but I know that it isn't good enough. I'm still running out of time 90% of the time!!!!
I need to improve my time management skills because this will definitely help me be better and more successful in life. I'm already having a hard time managing my time wisely in high school, I'm scared what could happen in college! Ahhhh! Help!
#help #timemanagement #highschool #college
When you are majoring in early childhood development is it hard getting the specific grade level that you want?
#being-an-elementary-teacher
What path should I take if I want to enter a career in the automotive industry?
I am extremely interested in cars: how they work, auto racing, and exotic sports cars. I would love to find a career that would allow me to delve into the world of automotive racing specifically but also pay well enough for me to own an exotic sports car. I am wondering where I should start in...
What should I do to increase my chances of getting into a dental program?
I am a recent graduate with a biology major. Although proud of my success, I've graduated with a 2.60 GPA, but I've held a lab job, commuted from home, and participated on the school sports team for the past 4 years. I went to a competitive university and find it sad because compared to my...
Im hoping a few business owners could answer these questions as best as they can! I'm doing a bit it of research on entrepreneurs and would be extreme grateful for any responses! Thank you!
1.)What ignited the spark in you to start a new business venture or to make significant changes in an existing business? 2.)How did the idea for your business come about? 3.)How do you find people to bring into your organization that truly care about the organization the way you do? 4.) How...
How important is a degree nowadays?
I wanted to know about how important a degree is since I have seen that every day experience is more important at the time of finding a job and I think that a degree may be falling in a second place #job-search #degree #first-job #job-search-strategies
How soon should you pick your major?
I'm a freshman who is majoring in Political Science, but not quite positive that it is the major I want for good. #college-admissions #college-majors
I am a Freshman in college and majoring in criminal justice, but not sure if that is the right move for me. How should I find out if something else would be better? I am really stuck and getting frustrated.
I am majoring in criminal justice with a concentration in law enforcement. I really like the crime shows and understand most of the things going on in my CJ classes. Although, I do not have the feeling as if this is my dream job. I need some advice as to what I could do to see if something...
Is science or math more important in mechanical engineering?
I am majoring in mechanical engineering and I am also taking an AP Physics course. I am much more talented in math than algebra-based science and I am wondering if math or this kind of science is more important in this field, or if they are equally important. #mechanical-engineering
How hard is it to find an engineering job after college?
I am majoring in mechanical engineering and I plan on going to an engineering college. I am wondering if mechanical engineering jobs are hard to achieve after college, or if it depends on the college you go to. #mechanical-engineering
Where is a good place to search for engineering internships?
I want to have an architectural related internship myself and I would like to take advantage of a chance. #architecture
What are good courses to take in high school that would be beneficial for an Architectural degree in college?
I want to be an Architect, however I wasn't aware that I wanted to do this up until my senior year and so I want other people to find a way to be prepared while there's still time in high school to choose classes. #architecture
I was wondering if anybody in their respective careers could take the time in answering these questions as best as they can...
The reason I'm doing this is because I'm curious, I love learning about different people and their backgrounds and what their careers are like! 1.)Where do you work? (Provide a name of the company and a description) 2.) Number of years working in this career? 3.)What exactly is your career?...
I'm completely convinced in becoming a nurse! I'm a senior this year (graduating high school) and I want to know what schools you went to for nursing, and where you are working now? Do you enjoy your job? What should expect in my future career/education?
Most importantly how do I end up working in kaiser permanente? Haha, I know this may seem random but I really do admire their hospitals and friendly staff! But seriously how do I end up working in a place like Kaiser? #medicine #nursing #nurse #healthcare #health #registered-nurses...
What are some differences between the life of a material scientist and electrical engineer in industry versus research?
I am interested in Materials Science + Electrical Engineer joint major, but I'm not sure if it is an interest strong enough to pursue that major. I mean, it is fascinating, but I am unsure whether I would do industry, or research, or only focus on electrical engineering as a profession....
How many hours does a cardiothoracic surgeon work?
I want to become a cardiothoracic surgeon when I grow up. I would really like to know exactly how many hours I would likely work. #doctor #surgery #hospital #cardiothoracic
what is the coolest surgery a cardiothoracic surgeon has done?
I want to be a cardiothoracic surgeon when I grow up. I think it is the coolest field of career and I would love to know more about it. #doctor #surgery #hospital #cardiothoracic
Is a Masters degree useful in the world of optics?
I am trying to decide if I should ask about going for my doctorate next fall. I am currently working on my masters and taking the same courses as a PhD student in optical sciences would. I am trying to assess the benefits of getting my masters if my plan is to eventually get a PhD in the same...
How much does the average Optical Engineering Technician make per year (salary)?
I am new to the industry and trying to compare what I make to what other Optical Engineering Technicians make. I work in an optics lab assembling and testing lenses, among other things. This is not the eye glasses technician! #engineering #optical #financial-planning
I am looking to pursue software engineering at SJSU
Title is the background.
What do you think of this school, I'd perfer Cal Poly, but my grades and scores are too low in my opinion.
I also got into U of A is that better than SJSU #computer-software #software-engineering
What are the risks of pursuing a career in radiology?
I am interested in nuclear medicine, radiology, sonography, and ultrasound technology but am concerned about the risk of doing this as a career. #ultrasound #radiology-students #radiology-tech #medical-laboratory #nuclear-science
Is there a field of study or a career path for combining my love of horses (equine science) and biomedical science without becoming a vet?
I am trying to find a career path that will integrate my two passions: equestrian and biotechnology. I love hands on science lab work and would like to do something with horses. Perhaps involve genetics, IVF, gestation, etc with horses. #medicine #veterinary #biotechnology #genetics...
What can I do in high school to help prepare myself for earning a degree in medicine?
I'm a sophomore in high school and I've always loved studying biology and anything that had to do with science. I joined clubs at school like Young Leaders in Healthcare and Rady's Children Hospital Club. I'm planning on taking AP Bio, AP Chem, and AP physics, but I want to do more. Are there...
Do colleges really care if you didn't take AP classes in your 9 & 10 grade?
I didn't start taking AP classes until Junior year, and I didn't take honors/IB classes either. The only advanced classes I have taken are advanced Enligh 1/2 & 3/4, along with being a year ahead in math of the regular sequence. #college #college-applications #highschool
How to finalize your choice of major before college?
I am trying to decided between to passions of science and art. I had decided on web design, for having computer science and art but I am having other choices on my passion for animation. Can I do both or would that be hard? #college #college-major #highschool
If I want to become a software engineer what should be my major?
I am entering college this fall and my goal is to obtain a bachelor's degree in computer science. I will be attending community college first and then transferring. I want to know should my major be computer science in order to be a software engineer? #computer-science #software...
What is it like to work for the UN?
I love the idea of international cooperation and diplomacy, but I'm not sure what it is actually like to work for the UN. What are the different roles? What skills are most important to have to work for the UN? #united-nations #diplomacy
What is it actually like to get a degree in art history?
I've heard a lot of things about majoring in art history. Some say that people go on to fulfilling careers but some say that, because the job market is so competitive, most people are forced to work in jobs that have nothing to do with art history. Or go without a job altogether... What is the...
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