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AUGUST 2011
LEARN & EARN
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Arming
Students
with a New
Weapon
“My lethal weapon is my mind,” the words of
Malcolm X, is a favorite quote of Conrade Gamble
II, founder of Antecello Preparatory Academy, a
new charter middle school opening in South Los
Angeles. As an atypical educator, the uniqueness
of the founder’s eclectic life experiences — professional Hollywood stuntman, a USMC Gulf
War veteran specializing in weapons handling,
and former high school instructor — will be evident in the uniqueness of the school.
Antecello’s educational program will have
project-based instruction related to the real world
and relevant field trips outside the school will be
used to improve learning outcomes; an individual success plan monitors and drives each student;
cutting edge technology for instruction including
SMART boards and laptops for classroom projects and research; and a focus on the students’
emotional and social needs. It is intended to be
the bridge that spans the gap between schools
of low achievement and acclaimed excellence;
and between students’ position and their potential. Parents will be key partners with the school,
serving on the Board of Directors, on committees, and having a voice in the academic progress
of their child.
The word “Antecello” is Latin meaning “to
be outstanding”, “to excel.” The school motto
is “eruditio, provocator, emolior” which means
“instruct, challenge, achieve.” The school will
engage its students in a battle for an excellent
education and a productive way of life, thereby
making their lethal weapons their minds.
Antecello Preparatory Academy is now accepting applications for students entering 6th and 7th
grade this fall. For more information, see www.
antecello.org, or call (323)290-9200.
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Page Private School Providing
Student And Family Centered
Private Education
For More Than 100 Years.
Insurance industry catches eye of
job-seeking African-Americans
(ARA) - Americans are more
interested than ever in identifying
new job opportunities in growing industries. While emerging
opportunities in technology and
health care industries have won
a lot of attention, another longestablished industry is poised for
growth - insurance.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics
predicts demand for insurance
will continue to rise, and the industry will experience “significant growth” over the long term.
As baby boomers age, their need
for different types of insurance
products will likely increase.
This is also likely to be the case
for their adult children and their
families.
The growth in the industry
should be of particular interest
to African-Americans seeking
a high-growth profession, some
industry watchers say. That’s
because demand for insurance
products and services that meet
the needs of the African-American population is expected to rise,
and with it the need for insurance
professionals who know how to
serve the market.
“There is a greater need in the
insurance industry for professionals educated and experienced in
African-American culture,” says
Jodi Webster, a district manager
for Farmers Insurance Group in
northern California. “The industry is realizing — and responding
to — the need to provide education to the African-American
community on the importance of
having the proper insurance in
place, especially in the life insurance arena.”
In addition to the opportunity to
fill a high-demand role that will
help educate their community,
African-Americans might find a
career as an insurance agent interesting for several other reasons,
says Webster. A Farmers agent for
five years and district manager for
eight, Webster feels an insurance
career as an agent offers the opportunity to be self-employed, in
control of one’s own professional
destiny and provides an unlimited
income potential.
“As an agent, I was an independent contractor, not an employee,” she says. “For agents, there’s
a huge opportunity to serve an
evolving, growing African-American marketplace. Plus, you get
to be in business for yourself, but
not by yourself. The investment
required to start an agency is affordable and you gain the benefit
of corporate branding and support.”
Major insurance providers are
also realizing the value of agents
who can culturally connect with
the African-American community. Farmers, for example, recently
launched its African-American
Market Expansion, which aims to
provide products and services to a
growing market segment. As part
of that initiative, the company has
focused recruitment efforts in the
African-American community to
expand awareness of career opportunities with the company.
“This initiative will help Farmers better serve the African-American community’s insurance and
financial needs,” says Faye W.
McClure, Farmers vice president
of strategic marketing. “The campaign aims to increase Farmers’
exposure to the second largest minority group in the nation.” Farmers African-American Market
Expansion will initially focus on
eight states; California, Illinois,
Texas, Ohio, Virginia, Michigan,
Alabama and Tennessee.
As a people person, Webster
says, the opportunity to serve the
African-American community has
been professionally and personally rewarding. “I like the opportunity to coach and mentor people
to develop successful agencies,”
she says. “It’s rewarding to help
them develop their ability to realize their dreams and provide
themselves and their families with
a comfortable lifestyle.”
“Need for insurance knowledge
and education continues to grow
in the African-American community, and so will opportunities for
agents adept at serving this community,” she adds.
Los Angeles, Calif. — Founded in 1908, Page Private School is a nonsectarian, coeducational private school with six locations in the Orange County, Los Angeles and
Florida area serving infants through 8th grade. Since Page Private School’s founding
more than 100 years ago the Page mission has never wavered. Page strives to offer the
best education and resources to every student. Each Page Private School campus offers
a preschool with potty training program, extended care hours from 6:30 a.m. - 6:30
p.m., summer program and advanced curriculum to provide the best student and family centered private education to the Page communities. Each Page campus has many
resources for our students such as on-campus pool, computer lab and classrooms with
Promethean board technology. Page Private School has an elite team of teachers and
administrators, small class sizes, progressive curriculum and innovative resources to
help young minds and imaginations thrive.
Beverly Hills Campus
419 S. Robertson Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA
Ages 2 through Grade 4
323.272.3429
Hancock Park Campus
565 N. Larchmont Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
Ages 2 ½ through Grade 8
323.463.5118
For more information on Page Private School please visit www.pageschool.com.
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It’s fun. It’s hands-on.
And it can lead to a
great new career.
Why prospective
students are “Crashing
Classes” at UEI
College.
UEI College, right here in the
Los Angeles area, is now offering an innovative new way
to sit in on classes to see if the
program, career path, and school
are right for you — before you
spend the time and money to
enroll. In fact, according to Luis
Sanchez, Director of Admissions
at UEI College Ontariocampus,
the school’s Crash-A-Crash program is a smash hit.
“We’ve opened up our classes
to anyone who wants to sit in and
see what the UEI College experience is all about,” explains Sanchez. “You get to try a car before
you buy — why not your education?”
Sanchez says that being able to
sit in on any number of classes,
check out the hands-on training,
and talk with the teachers and
students, is enabling people to
easily focus on the right careers
without wasting time or money,
and graduate faster.
Most students at UEI College
finish their programs in as little
as eight months. After graduation, UEI then offers job placement assistance, thanks to longstanding relationships with area
employers.
“Though we’ve been around
for more than 25 years, UEI College is a new breed of colleges
that is designed to give people
the skills they need to enter an indemand field as quickly as possible,” says Sanchez. “We offer
programs in popular fields, such
as Healthcare, Business, Computers, Criminal Justice and Au-
tomotive, so our grads are able to
use their marketable skills.”
UEI has 11 campuses throughout Southern California, all featuring programs that are open to
anyone interested in a career —
even those without a high school
diploma or GED. The college
is popular with those who are
currently working or have busy
family lives, as they can choose
from day, evening, and weekend
classes and earn a career around
their existing schedules.
To “crash a class” in one or
more programs of your choice,
or simply to get more information about earning a career in just
eight months at UEI College,
call 866-322-3183or visit www.
uei-colleges.com.
For more information on our
graduation rates, median student
debts, etc., please visit www.ueicolleges.com.
Balancing Act: Tips for
Juggling Work and School
(NewsUSA) - Balancing work
and the commitment of earning an advanced degree can be
daunting. But it is a reality many
adult learners face as they continue their education while juggling personal, family and financial responsibilities.
The good news is that there are
many tips and resources available to help ease stress and make
balancing work and school manageable.
1. Capitalize on flexible class
scheduling. An increasing number of colleges and universities
are tailoring education to suit
working students' schedules.
DeVry University, for example,
offers flexible scheduling in a
"mix and match" format that
allows students to enroll in a
combination of onsite or online
courses during the day or evening, based on convenience.
2. Make a schedule and stay
organized. A calendar that outlines upcoming work and school
projects, meetings and deadlines
takes little time to create and can
make a busy schedule feel under
control.
"Time management is an essential quality and core competency for most professionals, and
this will be a good test of one's
mettle," explained Jeffrey Greenberg, director of career services
for DeVry University. "This skill
gets easier over time and will ensure that your work does not pile
up, preventing you from meeting
deadlines."
3. Address your stress. The
weight of multiple obligations
can be overwhelming. It's important to take breaks to obtain
a fresh perspective. Exercise
and social interaction provide
the perfect opportunity to relieve
stress and refocus your thoughts,
allowing you to return to coursework with a clear mind and renewed sense of energy.
4. Take advantage of your
school's resources. The network
of classmates and professors
your school offers can provide
support and advice for balancing
work and school. The economic
recession has led many schools
to launch career services departments or strengthen existing
ones.
5. Create a support network.
Harness the support of friends
and family, and see if they can
help you accomplish your goals.
This support could be something as simple as meeting with
a roommate to plan household
chores or meals for the month.
It is important to remember
that the hard work and sacrifice
required to balance work and
school often lead to career success.
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Job market 101: career trends
every student should know about
(ARA) - Despite less than stellar job growth over the past few
years, college graduates remain
in demand. In fact, employers
plan to hire 19.5 percent more
2011 college graduates than they
did in 2010, which is up nearly
6 percent since 2009-2010, according to a recent Job Outlook
study by the National Association of Colleges and Employers
(NACE). But today's job market
is not your parents' job market.
Huge demographic and employment trends are changing the way
America works, and would-be
employees will need to remain
flexible.
Here are some tips to help you
stay on top of the career market:
* First, expect to change jobs
numerous times in your career.
In today's career world, job stability does not always equal job
security. The U.S. Department of
Labor Statistics reports that the
average person born in the latter
half of the baby boom has held
an average of 11 jobs, and that
three-fifths of those job changes
occurred between the ages of 18
and 27.
"The U.S. economy is fundamentally changing, and employees can no longer expect to
work their way up the company
ladder," says Patti LoPresti, campus president at Everest CollegePortland.
* Second, know where the jobs
are. "Our nation is experiencing
huge demographic and economic changes, which are creating
major shifts in the types of jobs
available today," says Veronica
Tarango, director of education
at Everest College-West Los Angeles. "Students should prepare
themselves for a changing job
market."
In particular, even though
the U.S. economy is expected
to grow by 10 percent between
2008-2018, these jobs will not be
evenly distributed across all industries, according to Bureau of
Labor statistics. In fact, projections show a substantial decline
in manufacturing positions, while
service-providing industries are
expected to add 14.5 million jobs
to the economy in the coming
years.
With many baby-boomers set
to retire in the coming decade,
and a growing youth population,
many service-related professions
from teaching to elder care are
going to see significant growth.
"One of the fastest growing
sectors in the coming decade will
be the health care sector," notes
LoPresti. Projections indicate
that about 26 percent of all jobs
in the coming decade will be in
the health care industry, which is
expected to add approximately 4
million jobs to the U.S. economy.
"This is one of the reasons that
we specifically target many of
our degree programs to the field
of health care training," adds
LoPresti.
* Third, consider going back to
school for additional career training. Today's job market requires
that employees keep their skills
current, and as a result, more
and more adults are going back
to school. "Students come to us
to keep their skills up-to-date or
get the credentials they need to
advance in their careers," says
Tarango. "They find that it is increasingly necessary in today's
changing job market."
The Bureau of Labor Statistics'
occupational projections show
that jobs requiring some form of
post-secondary education will
have greater growth through 2018
than those without. The greatest job growth is expected to be
in careers that require an associate degree, which is expecting to
see job growth of 19 percent. Job
projections are also higher for careers that require post-secondary
vocational credentials, at an estimated 13 percent, than those requiring only on-the-job training,
which are expected to see only 8
percent growth.
"Employers understand that
a one- or two-year program can
give new employees exactly the
mix of academic learning and
hands-on experience they need
to excel in today's changing job
market," says LoPresti
Head Start
Programs for
Income-Limited
Families Now
Accepting
Applications for
Fall 2011.
The Los Angeles County
Office of Education (LACOE)
Head Start program is seeking
applications for children from
infancy to age four, including
those
with
disabilities.
Applications are also being
accepted from pregnant
women.
LACOE’s Head Start
preschools are located at
centers and sites throughout
the county, including parts
of the Antelope Valley, San
Fernando Valley, San Gabriel
Valley and the South Bay.
In addition, preschools are
located in the Bell-CudahyMaywood area, Central/
South/East Los Angeles,
Inglewood,
Montebello,
Norwalk, Pico Rivera, Santa
Monica and Venice.
At no cost to families,
Head Start is designed to
help nurture and prepare
children for success in school
by providing services that
include: early childhood
education,
health/dental
assessments and referrals,
healthy
meals,
social/
emotional screenings and
parent training.
Services are also available
to meet the special needs
of disabled and homeless
children. Head Start offers
half-day school programs
ranging from 4 to 5 days a
week. In some areas full-day
school programs are available.
Head Start preschools have
certificated and experienced
teachers and staff members.
Thousands of families
across Los Angeles County
have received Head Start
services. Here’s what one
parent had to say about the
program: “Head Start has
changed my life as a parent.
I see my children getting
educated every day,” says
Vincente Ibarra, Pomona
Unified School District Head
Start parent. “Head Start is a
bridge between parents and
teachers working together. I
love the program!”
Applications for the 201112 school year are being
accepted
continuously
and vacancies will be
filled according to space
availability. Only households
that meet certain income
requirements are eligible to
apply for Head Start.
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Ánimo Middle
every student
Schools:
has the potential to be
Preparing
successful.
South Los
Angeles
students
for college,
leadership
Green Dot Public Schools
and
life
Proud to open Ánimo Middle Schools #3 & #4,
I am a believer that
located on the Henry Clay Campus.
Visit our website to learn more
about how we prepare all
students for college, leadership
and life.
greendot.org
On August 15, 2011, Green Dot Public
Schools proudly opened the doors to two brand
new charter middle schools: Ánimo Middle
Schools #3 and #4. Located on the Henry
Clay Middle School campus, Ánimo Middle
Schools #3 and #4 are both small, college
preparatory-focused academies which will
serve every student in the South Los Angeles
community who desires to attend. Like other
Green Dot schools, Ánimo Middle Schools
#3 and #4 offer smaller classes, technology
in classrooms, highly qualified teachers and
administrators, and a staff that is dedicated to
involving parents and the community in the
schools’ development.
Ánimo Middle Schools #3 and #4 currently serve 980 students in grades 6 through 8.
The two new schools will provide all students with a challenging academic curriculum
that includes English and Math intervention
programs, services for students with special
needs, and a variety of student activities that
honor the current traditions on campus.
Green Dot Public Schools currently serves
nearly 10,000 middle and high school students
across 18 schools in the Los Angeles area.
Green Dot’s Founding Five schools scored
an average API of 737 last year. All five were
named in Newsweek’s annual national ranking of the best high schools and were medal
winners in the annual U.S. News and World
Report list, placing them in the top 2.5% in
the country. Our mission is transform public
education in Los Angeles so that all children
are prepared for success in college, leadership
and life.
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Working on the transition game
As parents prepare
their children to return
to school, experts say
communication and
preparation are the
keys to success.
BY LEILONI DE GRUY
STAFF WRITER
Going back to school is not
only nerve-wracking for students
— whose minds ease into all
things recreation over the summer
and must now return to full gear
— but also for parents taking on
the moral, financial and academic
responsibilities of advancing their
children’s education.
In preparation, education
experts are providing tips to families on how to make the new
school year a successful one.
Contrary to a common practice, “preparing children the night
before school begins is not the
most ideal and effective strategy,” according to Laura Olson,
vice president of education for
Kiddie Academy, a child care
and learning center that operates
in 21 states. “Parents need to
begin transitioning children into
the back-to-school routine early
enough so they have time to adjust
— mentally and physically.”
Olson suggests starting the
school year by getting students
excited about their studies. This
can start, she said, by making
back-to-school shopping a family affair. During the shopping
trip for school supplies, children
should be allowed to cross items
off the list and place them in the
cart, making them more involved
and excited about the process.
More importantly, they are taking responsibility for the tools
they will use on their academic
journey.
After the supplies are purchased,
Olson advises parents to initiate a
candid dialogue on their child’s
feelings about starting school. All
anxieties and concerns should be
taken seriously and addressed,
even if it means enlisting the help
of outside assistance.
Establishing a school-year
schedule with a child a few weeks
before school begins will make
the child aware of what needs to
be done on a daily basis. Included
should be time allotted for the
“recommended 10-12 hours of
sleep each night,” Olson said.
Additionally, before the first day,
parents and children should figure
out how long it will take for everyone to eat breakfast, get dressed
and leave the house on time.
To get students familiar with
their instructors and surroundings, and ease anxiety, Olson said
parents should research back-toschool activities and events, such
as meet-and-greet sessions with
teachers and campus walking
tours.
“This is the time where parents can open up the communication with their child and talk to
them about things they are excited
about — [even things] as simple
as seeing friends again after the
summer,” Olson said. “Or if going
to a new school, talk about recess
— just things that you know your
child will like. And of course,
interjecting that with all the things
that they are going to learn. [For
instance,] if your child likes reading, talk about all the books they
will learn.”
Conducted by the website
KidsHealth.org, a 2009 survey of
600 students found that 32 percent
of the participants worried most
about school work when thinking about the new term. To better
manage the stress of school work,
the website suggests creating a
homework plan that begins with
understanding the assignment. If
a child is unsure, he or she should
consult with their teacher before
writing it down in a notebook or
day planner.
Time management is also
seen as critical. According to
KidsHeallth, most high school
students need to set aside between
one and three hours for homework
each night, while younger stu-
dents may only require one hour.
That time can be broken up to
prevent meltdowns. For instance,
KidsHealth recommends a 15minute break for each hour of
study time.
To curtail stress buildup, study
halls can be held after school,
where there is assistance from an
adult and there will be less work
later when at home, leaving time
for more enjoyable activities. But
when a test or quiz is near, any
extra time should be spent revisiting homework and classroom lessons, honing in on key themes.
Whether taking a test or doing
homework, KidsHealth suggests
reading instructions carefully then
tackling the toughest subjects or
questions first, because students
are less burnt-out at the start and
can therefore extend their full
attention. But don’t spend too
much time on one question or
subject, they said; rather do your
best and move on, and if there is
time left, return to it.
See TRANSITION on page 9
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Heading to college? Ten
dorm room must-haves
Back to School
TRANSITION from page 8
Sylvan Learning, a leading provider of tutoring services, suggests five effective study skills
for families.
When it comes to hitting the
books, parents should be available in case their child needs
assistance, and make time after
the child has completed to review
it for mistakes. Following this,
Sylvan senior vice president
of education outreach Richard
Bavaria recommended that parents have the child summarize the
key points of the lesson, which
reinforces what has been learned
and signals to the parent that a
child is comprehending the material.
Furthermore, parents are
advised to remind their children
that homework assignments may
be reflected in tests and that added
concentration and early preparation will benefit them should a
quiz arise.
“The most common problems
that keep students from studying
effectively are in a few areas,”
Bavaria said, “including knowing how to approach information,
comprehension, test-taking methods and personal learning styles.”
Often, Bavaria added, parents
tell their children to improve
their grades without giving them
an area of focus, often leaving
children unaware of areas that
need work. Communicating and
identifying changes that need to
be made to improve grades and
learning allows students to take
responsibility for their own success.
And few people are better
acquainted with the state of a
child’s education than his or her
teacher, which is why Bavaria
recommends that parents establish a one-on-one relationship
with the instructor. By doing this,
the parent is more easily alerted
when there is a problem in the
classroom, and can work with the
teacher, as well as the child, to
resolve issues early.
Teachers and parents are generally the first source of assistance,
but Bavaria, an educator for more
than 40 years, believes “study
buddies,” are also effective.
“Pick a person that will challenge you, ask questions of you,
but also answer questions,” he
said. “This should be a person
you can rely on…But it’s also a
good idea to pair up with someone who has a weakness in a
subject area you are strong in and
[vice-versa]…that way you can
help them in their subject and
they can help you in yours.”
Not only do you attack more
than one subject, he added, but
you also reinforce what you
already know, which helps during
exams.
When none of these avenues
work, individual instruction or
tutoring multiple days a week
can help with the development of
strong study skills.
Parents must also be cognizant of a child’s learning habits. Some, according to a Sylvan
Learning tipsheet, are more alert
in the morning; others in the evening. Also, some students work
best at a desk with soft music
in the background, while others
function better while sprawled
across the floor in complete
silence. Sylvan suggests that parents recognize what environment
works best, and create schedules around that learning style.
But what good is hard work if it
doesn’t pay off? Bavaria suggest
celebrating your child’s achievement to instill confidence in their
abilities and make them excited
about the learning lessons that are
to come.
“Reward the little things,”
Bavaria said. “Reinforce not just
excellence but improvements and
progress.”
(ARA) - As teens get ready to
head off to college, chances are
you'll hear more discussion about
what to pack than what courses to
take. Striking a balance between
bringing the essentials for living on one's own and fitting it all
into a dorm room not much bigger than a walk-in closet, can be
daunting.
"The best strategy is to travel
with the necessities, and then order additional items once you've
checked out the lay of the land,"
says Ginny Bean, founder of
Ginny's catalog and Ginnys.com.
"In many dorms, for instance,
students have access to a communal microwave and television,
so these popular items may not
be necessities. Incoming students
may also want to wait and see
what their roommates have."
The top 10 dorm room musthaves, according to Bean, who
has two college-aged sons of her
own, are:
Coffee maker - Long nights
of studying have turned many
incoming freshman into coffee
drinkers. For any student who
doesn't want to walk to the corner
coffee shop whenever she gets
tired, a coffee maker is pretty
much an essential.
Alarm-clock radio/CD player
- What coffee can't accomplish,
an alarm clock must. With space
at a premium, combo items are
wonderfully practical. And since
most dorm policies prohibit playing a large stereo at full volume,
a smaller unit is perfect.
Laundry hamper - Wheeled
hampers are great for lugging
heavy clothes back and forth
from the laundry room. In addition to storing dirty clothes, a
hamper can double as a storage
space or an impromptu end table.
Shelves or closet organizer
- Few students have ever found
enough room in their dorm dresser to hold all their sweaters, jeans
and other bulky items. Shelving
units and shoe racks can provide a lot of extra storage space
and help curb the urge to use
the dorm room floor as a second
closet. Another nifty invention is
the door-mounted jewelry organizer which takes up less space
than a jewelry box, and has lots
of hooks for keeping necklaces,
bracelets, scarves and other accessories handy and tangle-free.
Rolling storage cart - A cart
with drawers is great for holding all those awkward-to-store
items: sheets, hair styling tools,
hats and gloves, even food. And,
since it has wheels, it can easily
be moved out of the way or positioned to use as a temporary writing surface or nightstand.
Fan - Even if a dorm room has
air-conditioning, it may not be reliable. A free-standing or window
fan is a good backup.
Stocked toolbox - There's no
more borrowing dad's tool kit
when you're away from home.
At minimum, a college toolbox
should contain the dorm life survival essentials: a regular and
Phillips-head screwdriver, hammer, nails, screws and wrench.
Having some putty or spackle
to repair walls at the end of the
year can be key to saving deposit
money.
Dishes for two - Even if a student has a meal plan, he'll want
dishes in his dorm room for
snacks, take-out and eating on
the run. Remember forks, knives,
spoons, plates, bowls, cups and
mugs. And don't forget the can
opener.
Sheets and towels - Check with
the college housing office for the
correct sheet size to buy for the
mattress, and always include a
pillow.
Sandals - Anybody who's ever
shared a public bathroom will
understand how important these
are.
To request a catalog or place an
order, log on to www.Ginnys.com
or call (800) 693-0809. You can
also find Ginny's on Facebook.
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Business Office Administration program of UEI is an eight
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business office administration
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This program offers knowledge
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The Computer System Technician program of UEI gives
proper computer training that
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In today’s world, computers are
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Youth Program Aims to Curb Unemployment Among Young Adults
(NewsUSA) - The economic recession has hit America's
youth particularly hard. Nearly
4 million of the unemployed
are young people 25 and under.
Many of them are not teenagers
who need a minimum-wage job
to earn pocket money to spend
on weekends. They're young
adults who need a job -- and job
skills -- so that they can support
themselves and, sometimes, their
families.
More than 5 million young people ages 16-24 are disconnected
from employment and education
and living in high-poverty communities in this country. Some of
them are lucky. Some live in areas that have jobs and education
programs that target youth and
help them complete their education, learn job skills and find jobs
that allow them to advance and
earn a livable wage.
The Campaign for Youth is a
coalition of national organizations that support some 400 programs across the United States
that have been successful in assisting disadvantaged and disconnected youth on their path to
employment. The Campaign is
currently working to encourage
Congress to increase federal investment in youth through sum-
mer and year-round jobs programs and other efforts that will
help young people succeed and
reverse the impact of the highest
youth unemployment rate in 60
years.
The Campaign has developed
a national strategy to reconnect
youth to school and work that
includes creating a White House
Office of Youth Policy to coordinate federal efforts, providing
grants to state and local youth
development councils and community institutions, and investing in promising programs and
innovations that are already successfully serving youth.
"We appreciate President
Obama's efforts to provide jobs
for Americans affected by the
recession, but we want to ensure
that America's youth participate
in the recovery," said Linda Harris, co-chair of the Campaign
for Youth and Youth Policy Director at CLASP. "Too often,
young people, especially males
of color, are left behind in economic recoveries. Putting young
people to work now and investing in upgrading their skills and
education credentials is the best
way to prepare them to compete families when the economy refor good jobs with good wages bounds. This pool of young talthat allow them to support their ent will be needed to fuel our
future economy, and we can't
afford to let them remain idle or
slip through the cracks."
The full strategy for investment is available online at www.
campaignforyouth.org.
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Nursing shortage means
opportunities in health care
Reinvent your future:
How to stand out in a
tough job market
(ARA) — Whether you are
looking for work or working at
a job where you want to advance
to the next level, staying relevant
in the current job market can be a
challenge. Here are some top tips
from employment insiders about
how to create your own brand
and stand out above the competition.
1. Education
If you want to hear “you’re
hired” or “you’re promoted” a
great place to focus your efforts
is on education. Keeping your
skills current in your industry is
crucial if you want to stand out
above other candidates. Getting
an advanced degree, taking college classes and other job training can be a big differentiator.
Luckily for the 21st century
workforce, attending college
isn’t just for those fresh out of
high school. With online degrees,
flexible scheduling, and more
variety of courses than ever before, you can take the exact class
to get the skills you need to make
a difference in your career. Research colleges like University
of Phoenix, which is known for
its innovative approach to curriculum flexibility for students who
need to balance education with
family and job commitments.
2. Industry networking
Sometimes finding the right
job is all about who you know.
The best way to increase your
networking is to join a professional organization in your industry. Some organizations are
free and others may require a
small membership fee, but the investment can have high returns.
You’ll get the opportunity to attend meetings, stay current on
what’s happening in your field,
and also mingle with others who
might have the career connection
you’re seeking.
Social media is another great
channel when expanding networking efforts. Consider joining LinkedIn and connect to
colleagues as well as industry
insiders. Facebook is another
popular option, but make sure
you keep content and conversations professional.
3. Volunteer
Whether you are currently
working or unemployed, volunteering helps keep your skills
fresh and shows you’re willing
to go the extra mile. Plus you’ll
demonstrate your ability to work
as part of a team. Volunteering
is a great addition to any resume
and is also a perfect conversation
topic during an interview. Start
by researching nonprofits that
have openings that interest you
and schedule a meeting to learn
more.
4. Read
This advice may sound simplistic, but staying up to date on
the news in your industry is crucial. With most industries changing at a rapid pace, being out
of the loop for a couple months
can mean you’ve fallen behind.
Read newspapers, subscribe to
trade publications, and check
out books from your library.
This knowledge will help you
in so many ways, from knowing
what companies are thriving and
therefore hiring, to having subject matter to pull from during
a tough interview. Spend just 15
minutes a day reading industry
news and you’ll give yourself an
edge against the competition.
Even though the job market remains very competitive,
that doesn’t mean opportunities
aren’t available for those who
are proactive. By doing things
like attending an online college
or networking at industry events,
you’ll be able to create a strong
name for yourself and reach all
your career goals.
(ARA) - Despite a slow economy, the health care industry continues to thrive. This is partially
due to growing demand from the
aging baby boomer population,
who require additional health
care services today and into the
future. These same boomers are
retiring, leaving many areas of
the health care field open for new
professionals looking to get involved in helping others.
Nurses, in particular, are in
high demand. Many areas of the
country are experiencing major
nursing shortages. Those with a
degree and certification are valuable to employers, and it’s not
uncommon for experienced nurses to have a number of opportunities to choose from.
Jobs in health care are increasing despite losses in other major industries. Over the last 12
months, health care has added
283,000 jobs, or an average of
24,000 jobs per month. As the
largest health care occupation,
registered nurses will likely fill
many job openings in the future.
With above average growth numbers projected through 2018 and a
national median wage of $62,450,
there is a unique opportunity for
registered nurses.
The majority of nurses work
in a hospital — approximately
60 percent — but nurses are also
needed in other places. Some alternative workplaces include offices of physicians, home health
care services, government agencies and educational services.
Because complicated procedures,
once only performed in hospitals,
are now being performed in physicians’ offices and in outpatient
care centers, demand for qualified nurses with strong leadership skills at these locations is
increasing.
Whether just starting down the
nursing career path or looking
to take on a leadership role and
influence the delivery of care,
education and training are highly
valued by employers in this field.
Higher education helps practitioners become more skilled and
knowledgeable nurses, thus allowing them to step forward as
leaders, while helping improve
health care delivery and patient
outcomes.
How can you become a nurse?
Getting the right education is key.
Employers expect nurses to keep
their skills current and be able
to handle multiple tasks and an
increasing number of patients.
There are a variety of options
for those considering a nursing
degree. Typically nurses get a
two-year associate degree or a
four-year bachelor’s degree that
includes coursework and clinical
training. For those that wish to
expand their skillset and become
leaders in this field, higher education programs prepare nurses for
the increased responsibilities and
challenges facing today’s health
care practitioners.
Many nursing students today
are considered non-traditional
students. This means these working learners have full-time jobs,
are parents, spouses or active
members of the military. If you
fit into this category, you can still
pursue a nursing degree through
a flexible online school like University of Phoenix, which has one
of the largest nursing schools in
the United States with more than
30 years of experience.
For nurses who have a twoyear degree and want to advance
to a four-year degree, the RN to
BSN program (registered nurse
to bachelor’s of science in nursing) provides students the opportunity to advance their credentials, knowledge and skills
on their own schedule, allowing
time for family and other work
obligations.
Nurses help those in need both
emotionally and physically. Some
nurses choose to specialize in a
type of patient, such as children
or the elderly, or they specialize
in a certain area of treatment, such
as in the emergency room or during surgery. No matter what your
personal interest, the demand for
nursing continues to grow and
offers a once in a lifetime opportunity for those looking for job
security, career growth and the
ability to make a difference in
other people’s lives.
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