Career Training Washington DC

Choosing the right career training can be difficult, especially if you have been out of school for awhile or if school is difficult for you to tackle.

Local Companies

Fox Valley Technical College
(202) 347-5610
401 9th St., NW
Washington, DC
Jobs for America's Graduates - DC
(202) 580-6550
1701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC
Career Technical Institute
(202) 552-3060
2131 K St., NW
Washington, DC
Mccarthy & Company
703-671-4300
4201 32nd RD S
Arlington, VA
Fairfax Hotel
(202) 651-5352
Washington, DC
Labor Ready
(202) 889-5161
3223 23rd St SE
Washington, DC
Telesec Corestaff
(202) 223-4900
815 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 350
Washington, DC
Thomas Whelan Associates
(202) 966-3960
5165 MacArthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC
Accountemps
(202) 626-0120
1201 F St NW
Washington, DC
L E C E T
(202) 393-1743
905 16th St NW Ste 100
Washington, DC

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Steps

  1. Consider your favorite subjects and how you can earn a living that way. When you pursue an education based on your interests it becomes easier and more approachable.
  2. Review current job availabilities in your areas of interest. A simple Internet search will give you a myriad of information about hot jobs and how to pursue them.
  3. Talk to people in the field you want to study. Find out their background, experiences and advice. By asking questions, you can get a better idea if the career is the right one for you.
  4. Don't get discouraged. If a particular job doesn't seem totally suited to your abilities, look into other opportunities in the same area.
  5. Contact potential schools and talk to their advisors about the curriculum. Discuss your interests and abilities with the advisor or counselor and get their suggestions.
  6. Talk to students who are taking the courses you may want to pursue so you know what to expect.
  7. When you find the right career path, go for it! Sometimes you know yourself better than anyone else. After all, it's your life and the only one who can make your dreams come true is you.

Tips

  • Get a part-time job in your area of interest. If you want to be a nurse or medical technician, volunteer at your local hospital. If you want to be a journalist, run errands for the local newspaper.

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