Careers in Health Technology

Students in Health Technology at +Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center learn core nursing assistant skills including CPR, blood pressure, caring for patients, and observing vital signs. They have the opportunity to learn medical terminology and participate in job shadows. Healthcare jobs are increasingly in high demand.

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• Certified Registered Nurse Assistant
• Certified Nurse
• School Nurse
• Activity or Resident Assistant
• Gynecologist Assistant
• Physician’s Assistant
• Nutrition Facilitator
• Dietitian
• Respiratory Therapist
• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• Dental Hygienist
• Dental Technician
• Floater
• Phlebotomist
• Patient Services Technician
• Anesthesiologist
• CAT Scan Technician
• Cardiologist
• Pharmacologist
• Dosimetrist
• Adjunct Instructor

• Sparrow Health System
• McLaren Greater Lansing
• Michigan State University Olin Health Center
• Michigan State University Cancer Center
• Eaton Rapids Medical Center
• Delta Medical Center
• Ovid Healthcare Center
• Ingham County Health Department
• Michigan Community Delta Clinics
• Kids First Immediate Care
• Michigan Surgical Center
• Allegiance Family Medicine
• Peckham Inc
• Planned Parenthood
• Red Cedar Clinic
• Walgreens / Rite Aid / CVS / Meijer (Pharmacy Department)
• Lansing Urgent Care
• Redi Care  / Ready Care of Grand Ledge
• Eaton County Public Schools
• Ingham County Public Schools
• State of Michigan
• Great Lakes Home Health Services Inc.
• Burcham Hills
• Bickford Senior Living
• Grace Hospice
• Extendicare Health Services
• Capital Area Community Service Inc.
• Trilogy Health Services
• CorsoCare
• Nexcare Health Systems of Holt
• Home Instead Senior Care
• Sea Breeze Health Care of Ovid

Visitation Day

What's it like to take career classes? What do you do? Local area high school students in Lansing were invited to attend “Visitation Day” at the +Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center. Sophomores and Juniors had the option to select two programs from our list of 15 classes. They had a chance to participate in hands-on projects and experience a non-traditional classroom environment. Student volunteers currently enrolled in our programs spoke to sophomores and juniors about their personal experiences at the Eaton RESA Career Center. 

Students visiting the Auto Technology program had a chance to work on cars while students in the Fashion Design class designed newspaper dresses. Each program offered a unique mini project for students to work on. Over 1000 students attended Eaton RESA's Visitation Day at Lansing Community College West Campus. It was a busy day for staff and volunteers.

      

 

Sign up for Career Classes. Earn College Credit

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 

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?

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.

Jobs in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement

Students enrolled in the Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement programs at Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center experience hands-on activities associated with this career field. They have the chance to drive police cars, participate in fitness training, and wear the gear.  But what types of jobs can you get in the Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement field? 

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• Police Officer or State Trooper 
• Youth Service Worker
• Probation Officer
• Correctional Facility Manager or Warden
• Field Agent
• Asset Protection Specialist
• Loss Prevention Investigator 
• Case Manager
• Corrections Counselor
• Federal Air Marshal
• Immigration Service Assistant or Specialist
• Fraud Investigator
• Cyber Special Agent (Cybersecurity)
  
• Forensic Psychology 
• Surveillance Specialist/Investigator  
• Deputy Sheriff
• Faculty Instructor / Professor
• School Service Worker
• Regulation Agent 
• Housing & Urban Development Agent
• Park Ranger
• Judge

• Michigan State Police
• Ingham County Jail
• Meridian Township Police
• Lansing Police Department
• East Lansing Police Department
• Mid-Michigan Police Academy
• Ingham County Sheriff's Department
• Lansing Teen Court
• City of Lansing
• C.A.R.E.
• Parnall Correctional Facility
• G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility
• Mid-Michigan Police Academy
• Ingham County Youth Center
• Ingham County Probation Department
• LCC Police and Public Safety
• MSU Police
• State of Michigan
• Lansing Capital Region International Airport (U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Homeland Security)
• Detroit Metropolitan Airport (U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Homeland Security)
• Juvenile Justice Youth
• Michigan Department of Human Services
• Michigan Public Schools (any county)
• Jackson National Life Insurance Company
• Universal Health Services
• Retail Stores (Kohl's, Meijer, Target, Macy's)
• Sentinel Offender Services,
• U.S. Security Associates
• Army Reserve
• FBI (Lansing or Detroit Branch)

Resources:

http://www.excite.com/education/criminal-justice/homeland-security/careers

http://www.fbijobs.gov/cybercareers/

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/home.htm

http://www.worldwidelearn.com/online-education-guide/criminal-justice/criminal-justice-major.htm

Students: How to Write a Resume

Resume writing is essential to applying for jobs, apprenticeship programs, internships, and college. Below is a step-by-step process on how to write a resume. Download a Resume Sample

What’s included?

• Header: Name, Address, Phone, Email
• Objective: 'Summary' of what you're looking for (job, internship)
• Core Competencies
• Education, Accomplishments, and Technical Skills
• Work and Volunteer Experience

 

1. Write your first and last name
2. Permanent mailing address (parent/guardian)
3. Cell phone number
4. Email (professional) - Examples include gmail.com, outlook.com
5. YOUR personal weebly portfolio website

These are only examples. Add your own. How would you describe yourself? What do you have knowledge of? What are you good at?

1. List your high school and anticipated graduation month and year
2. List your high school accomplishments 
3. List the program that you’re currently signed up for at Eaton RESA
4. Add any skills that you've learned from your career program 

1. Add your past and current employment
2. Add any volunteer experience (organizations, nonprofits, church/temple)
3. List ‘key achievements’ for each work/volunteer experience. What things did you accomplish while working on the job? What were you good at? 

Download a Resume Sample

*Remember to save your resume and update it as needed throughout the school year.
*Optional: write 2-3 sentences or a 'summary' describing what you are looking for (a job, internship, etc). Insert this paragraph at the top of the page, underneath the header.

Resources:

Mrs.McCullen's Resume Writing Tips for Students

Mrs.Brocklehurst's Resume Writing Tips for Students

List of Core Competencies - Resume Writing

Career Objectives for High School Students

Tips for High School Resumes

Resumes that Get Noticed

Student Opportunities: Job Shadows and Internships

High school students enrolled in our Career and Technical programs at the Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center are provided multiple opportunities for career exploration. Juniors and seniors participate in job shadows and internships during the school year to further their career education. 

For example, Computer Support students participate in short term internships at Liquid  Web and other IT companies in the greater Lansing area. Our Student Service Coordinators provide resources for students to select from a variety of internships and hands-on experiences. 

Companies that offer internships to our students:

Computer Support

Lansing Community College

Liquid Web

Eaton County Public Schools

Shumaker Technology Group

Michigan State University Department of Natural Resources

Auto Technology and Auto Collision Repair

Spartan Motors

Spartan Toyota

Bud Kouts Chevy

Vision Collision

Champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge

Grand Ledge Ford

Okemos Honda

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement

Ingham County Circuit Court

Eaton County Prosecutor's Office

Construction Technology

Lowe's Home Improvement of Lansing 

Mayotte Group Architects

Odd Fellows Contracting

Dr Energy Saver of Lansing

AIS Construction Equipment 

Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)

Charlotte Performing Arts Center

Ridgeview Industries, Inc.

Spartan Chassis

Franchino Mold and Engineering

Health Technology

Burcham Hills

Sparrow Hospital

Welding

Lansing Local Training Center

Gary's Auto of Potterville

AIS Construction Equipment 

21st Century Plastics Corp

TCI Inc of Michigan

CATA