A recent Time article came out about the over-abundance of college graduates – and their under-employability. In these tough economic times, unemployment rates for recent 4-year graduates is at a record high of 10.6% – and employers are becoming dismissive about degrees and more centered on work experience.
And, according to some career and education experts, a 4-year bachelor’s degree may simply not be the best choice for everyone. Other options, such as vocational or technical school, may provide a much better experience. The combination of job-specific skills, career placement services and a quicker completion time can be a powerful advantage – particularly in a high-growth area such as healthcare!
Companies are looking for employees who can’t be outsourced – and that includes many that have hands-on skills that must be performed locally, the kinds of skills learned at a career college. A college degree can still be a strong asset in the workforce – but, as many career experts are beginning to emphasize, it’s not the only option and, for many people, it’s not the best option.
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While you are not in employment and do not hold any degree currently, I would advise that instead of reflecting any idle periods in your resume, keep yourself busy with studies during this period.
Keith Ong
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Just blowing some free time on Digg and I found your post . Not normally what I prefer to learn about, but it was certainly worth my time. Thanks.
"I am in total agreement with the comments made. In 2004 I graduated with a BS in IT. I was, as were many others, let go from a bank. Since then it has been hard to get in a position that pays enough to pay for my school loans. I also agree that there is an over abundance of college graduates. I think we’ve over emphasized in this country the need for a four year degree when a tech school or vocational school would have been better. I know that holds for me.
"First of all great post I just wanted to know on if you could write another post to go a bit further into detail on the topic? This one was great but I would love to hear more!
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