College/Career Vocab

2. Required courses that must be completed before taking advanced classes.
3. School Post-secondary institutions that focus on hands-on, career-specific training (e.g., culinary arts, plumbing, nursing) rather than academic education.
6. Specialized knowledge for specific jobs, often learned through CTE programs.
7. A partnership between high schools and colleges allowing students to earn college credit for high school courses.
10. Classes required for students who are not prepared for college-level work.
15. A company or individual who agrees to perform a specific project or provide services in the trades.
17. An official record of academic performance.
18. Programs designed to prepare students for high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand careers.
21. A supervised, often temporary role that allows students to gain real-world experience.
22. Action Options for submitting applications earlier for early consideration.
23. Groupings of occupations based on shared skills and knowledge, used to help students choose educational paths.
24. A detailed outline of a course's requirements, structure, and expectations.
25. Personal attributes like academic perseverance, self-efficacy, and interpersonal skills crucial for success.

1. A document proving that a person has met specific industry standards and is qualified to perform a particular job.
4. Training received while working, usually mentored by a journeyman on a real job site.
5. Essential skills sought by employers, including critical thinking, teamwork, professionalism, technology application, and leadership.
8. A recognized credential verifying proficiency in a specific skill.
9. A group that administers apprenticeship programs and sets training standards.
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.
12. Refers to working-class jobs that involve manual labor and are often paid hourly.
13. Free Application for Federal Student Aid, essential for securing financial aid.
14. Any education beyond high school, including 4-year universities, 2-year colleges, and technical schools.
16. Skills that remain relevant despite technological changes, often transferable across fields.
19. Core interpersonal and cognitive skills (e.g., communication, problem-solving, responsibility) required in any work environment.
20. A skilled worker who has successfully completed an apprenticeship and is recognized as qualified to practice their trade.