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Student enrollment begins for 2015-16 school year. Sign up for career classes at Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center.  CLICK TO ENROLL

Available Programs at +Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center 

Animal Science and Zoo Management

Auto Collision Repair

Automotive Technology

Business Academy (Financial Management & Accounting)

CAD / Pre-Engineering

Computer Graphics, Animation and 3D

Computer Support

Construction

Criminal Justice

Emergency Medical Services and Fire Science

Fashion 

Health Technology

Heavy Equipment Operation

Heavy Equipment Repair

Insurance and Risk Management

Law Enforcement

Mechatronics

Mobile Apps and Web Development

Welding

Job Posting for Girls and Guys: Tile and Brick Workers Needed

JOB POSTING

JOB POSTINGS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

WHO: Michigan Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers 

WHAT: Apprenticeship Program. Work with Brick, Stone, Cement, Tile, Marble and Caulking.

WHERE: Lansing, Michigan

HOW TO APPLY: Click to view Contact Info

High School Seniors: Work on a Local Farm

JOB POSTING

JOB POSTINGS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

WHO: Lansing Urban Farm Project

WHAT: Apprenticeship Program

WHERE: Lansing, Michigan

HOW TO APPLY: Click to view Contact Info

ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION:

JANUARY 26 - 6 pm @ Foster Community Center, 200 N. Foster Ave

FEBRUARY 17 - 6 pm @ Foster Community Center, 200 N. Foster Ave

Job Posting: Greater Michigan Construction Academy

JOB POSTING

JOB POSTINGS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

WHO: Greater Michigan Construction Academy

WHAT: Apprenticeship Program

WHERE: Lansing and Midland, Michigan

HOW TO APPLY: Click to view Contact Info

Job Posting: Seniors Needed for Plumbing Apprenticeship Program

JOB POSTING

JOB POSTINGS FOR GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

WHO: Sprinkler Fitters Local 704 . Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry.

WHAT: Apprenticeship Program

WHERE: Farmington, Michigan

HOW TO APPLY: Click to view Contact Info

Job Posting: High School Seniors Needed for Carpentry Apprenticeship Program

JOB POSTING

JOB POSTINGS FOR GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

WHO: Detroit Carpentry Apprenticeship School

WHAT: Apprenticeship Program

JOB DESCRIPTION: Carpenters and Resilient Floor Decorators Training Center - Floorcovering Training Program

WHERE: Mason, Michigan

HOW TO APPLY: Click to view Contact Info 

Earn College Credit at Eaton RESA Career Center

Why Earn College Credit?

1. Your family saves money 
2. You don’t have to pay for college classes that you completed in high school 
• You can 'skip' ahead
3. You can earn up to 25 college credits over your junior and senior year (depending on which career class you enroll).
• This is equivalent to completing 2 full-time semesters (or 1 year) in college, or, paying $2600 at Lansing Community College
4. To earn the credits, you must meet college standards in your career class.

Resources:

+Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center 

Lansing Community College Payment Calculator 

What is FAFSA? Federal Student Aid for College or Career School

What’s FAFSA?

·        It’s a free application online to receive federal student aid (money)

·        A chance for students to borrow money to pay for college or career schools

Why do I need it?

·        Are you planning on going to college? Who’s paying for it?

·        You can get money to pay for college at LCC, or any community college or university in the U.S.

·        Do you need money to go to Career School (vocational or trade school)?

What’s ‘Student Financial Aid’?

·        Grants (free money, doesn’t need to be repaid)

·        Scholarships (free money, doesn’t need to be repaid)

·        Student Loans (must be repaid)

o   Subsided Loans

o   Unsubsidized Loans

o   Direct PLUS loans (aka Parent PLUS loan)

How do I apply?

·        Apply online – Click Here

·        Its’ free to apply 

What is the deadline to apply for FAFSA?

·        March 1, 2015

Resources:

What is the difference between Grants and Loans?

What are Grants, Scholarships, and Loans?

What is the Direct PLUS Loan?

What is the difference between Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans?

Which Colleges accept LCC Course Credits?

Adrian College    Albion College    Aquinas College    Baker College     Calvin College    Central Michigan    University    Cleary University    Concordia University    Davenport University    Eastern Michigan    University    Ferris State    University    Finlandia University     Grand Valley State    University    Lake Superior State    University

Madonna University    Marygrove College    Michigan State University    Michigan Technological    University     Northern Michigan     University    Northwood University    Oakland University    Olivet College     Rochester College    Sacred Heart Major Seminary    Saginaw Valley State    University    Siena Heights    University    Spring Arbor University    Wayne State University    Western Michigan    University

Questions? Contact an LCC Academic Advisor: (517) 483-1904. Click for more information

Education and Jobs in the 21st Century

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"You will make more money with an increased amount of education" is the traditional claim that has been taught in school. However, a new outlook on higher education, salary, and job expectations in the 21st century has been presented in this video. Benefits of Career & Technical Education and Skilled Trade Careers are advantageous for students in the new economy.