Student Success
Perkins Career Program
Frequently Asked Questions
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What programs of study are a part of Perkins Career Program Services?
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Where can I go to conduct personal career research at MCCC? What resources can I find there?
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What web sites would you recommend for strengthening my own learning strategies?
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What types of CD's are available to use in through Perkins Career Program Services?
For more information, email msilver@mc3.edu
What is a 'career' program?
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree programs at Montgomery County Community college effectively prepare students for immediate career opportunities and employment entry. A combination of traditional college core courses and specific occupational skill training both in and out of the classroom provides students with the acquisition of up-to-date knowledge of their specific choice of study, and greatly enhances their employability. There are also two types of Certificate Programs available at MCCC: the Career Certificate programs and the Specialty Certificate programs.
What programs of study are a part of Perkins Career Program Services?
The programs of study in Perkins Career Program Services include all of the following A.A.S./Career Programs.
Accounting A.A.S.
Allied Health A.A.S.
Auto Technology A.A.S.
Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology A.A.S.
Computer Applications/Office Procedures A.A.S.
Computer Systems A.A.S.
Criminal Justice A.A.S.
Dental Hygiene A.A.S.
Digital Design A.A.S.
Early Childhood Education A.A.S.
Electronic Commerce A.A.S.
Engineering Technology A.A.S.
Fire Science A.A.S.
Hotel and Restaurant Management A.A.S.
Human Services A.A.S.
Marketing A.A.S.
Management A.A.S.
Medical Lab Technology A.A.S.
Nursing A.A.S.
Auto Technology Certificate
Business Management Certificate
Children, Youth and Family Certificate
Computer Aided Drafting and Design Certificate
Computer Applications/Office Procedures Certificate
Day Care Certificate
Drug and Alcohol Certificate
Fire Science Certificate
Gerontology Certificate
International Studies Certificate
Internet Certificate
Mid Range Computer Certificate
Operating Systems Certificate
PC/Local Area Networks Certificate
Retailing Certificate
Software Engineering Certificate
Specialty Certificate
All of the above listed programs of study are a part of Perkins Career Program Services.
Where can I go to conduct personal career research at MCCC? What resources can I find there?
Visit the MCCC Career Resource Room in the Counseling Center on the Central Campus to conduct personal career research using the newest texts, software programs and computer sites, videos, CD's and more. Many resources are available here for those interested in exploring career opportunities, schools/college information as well as job search resources. Computer and video based resources are available for those interested in an interactive view of careers, schools, colleges and personal skills. Career exploration and planning workshops are offered throughout the semester in the Counseling Center Resource Room.
What are a few of the best Internet sites to use for my own career development and career exploration?
For 'Ten Steps To Planning Your Career', go to http://mapping-your-future.org/
A quick look at your personality type, http://www.keirsey.com
For career guidance and advice, go to http://www.careerplanit.com
Many, many resources for your entire career planning process are at http://www.jobweb.com/career_development/default.htm
Select a career field and explore it here http://www.uhs.berkeley.edu/students/careerLibrary/
So, you want to know more about.(you name the job).go to http://www.nycareerzone.org/graphic/index.jsp
Select a career - browse the list - find all you need to know and what the future holds for each occupation at http://cbweb9p.collegeboard.org/career/bin/career.pl
For a personalized career assessment go to http://www2.ncsu.edu/unity/lockers/users/l/lkj
What web sites would you recommend for strengthening my own learning strategies?
For building your skills in Time and Study Management, Reading, Organizing Notes and more go to http://www.coun.uvic.ca/learn/hndouts.html
From test anxiety and time management to problem solving and critical thinking (with much more in between), go to http://counseling.uchicago.edu/vpc/virtulets.html
MCCC's online workshops offer note taking, sharpening your listening skills and more right here at your fingertips http://www.mc3.edu/sa/act101/ol_workshops/ol_workshops.html
More from MCCC offering on-line workshops on specific topics for Study Skills and Personal Growth at http://www.mc3.edu/sa/act101/ol_workshops/ol_workshops.html
What types of CD's are available to use in through Perkins Career Program Services?
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So...What Are You Going to do With The Rest of Your Career?
Career Planning: The Sky's The LimitThis CD offers career planning advice, tips for balancing work and family, job search information such as networking and many other topics in great detail.
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MultiMedia Study Skills
Review the 4 A's of test taking, SQ3R, Mapping your Learning Style and more!
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What Color Is Your Parachute?
The best selling book is now an interactive, self directed program you use at your own pace. Identify key skills, knowledge and traits you possess and can offer potential employers and also get practical advice for landing your ideal job.
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Jumpstart Your Job Skills
Identify and prioritize your job skills AND find jobs that make use of the skills you actually enjoy using! View reports on the top 250 occupations and see how your skills link into these occupations.
There are a variety of CD's to use. Listed here is a review of just a few of them.
