College/Career Vocab

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Across
  1. 2. Required courses that must be completed before taking advanced classes.
  2. 3. School Post-secondary institutions that focus on hands-on, career-specific training (e.g., culinary arts, plumbing, nursing) rather than academic education.
  3. 6. Specialized knowledge for specific jobs, often learned through CTE programs.
  4. 7. A partnership between high schools and colleges allowing students to earn college credit for high school courses.
  5. 10. Classes required for students who are not prepared for college-level work.
  6. 15. A company or individual who agrees to perform a specific project or provide services in the trades.
  7. 17. An official record of academic performance.
  8. 18. Programs designed to prepare students for high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand careers.
  9. 21. A supervised, often temporary role that allows students to gain real-world experience.
  10. 22. Action Options for submitting applications earlier for early consideration.
  11. 23. Groupings of occupations based on shared skills and knowledge, used to help students choose educational paths.
  12. 24. A detailed outline of a course's requirements, structure, and expectations.
  13. 25. Personal attributes like academic perseverance, self-efficacy, and interpersonal skills crucial for success.
Down
  1. 1. A document proving that a person has met specific industry standards and is qualified to perform a particular job.
  2. 4. Training received while working, usually mentored by a journeyman on a real job site.
  3. 5. Essential skills sought by employers, including critical thinking, teamwork, professionalism, technology application, and leadership.
  4. 8. A recognized credential verifying proficiency in a specific skill.
  5. 9. A group that administers apprenticeship programs and sets training standards.
  6. 11. A system of training where a worker learns a trade through a combination of on-the-job training and classroom instruction, usually over 1–6 years.
  7. 12. Refers to working-class jobs that involve manual labor and are often paid hourly.
  8. 13. Free Application for Federal Student Aid, essential for securing financial aid.
  9. 14. Any education beyond high school, including 4-year universities, 2-year colleges, and technical schools.
  10. 16. Skills that remain relevant despite technological changes, often transferable across fields.
  11. 19. Core interpersonal and cognitive skills (e.g., communication, problem-solving, responsibility) required in any work environment.
  12. 20. A skilled worker who has successfully completed an apprenticeship and is recognized as qualified to practice their trade.