career & college readiness · 2018-11-20 · tami martin career & college readiness...

Career & College Readiness2018-19 regional resource guide.

Tami Martin Career & College Readiness Supervisor [email protected]

Bart Graves Career & College Readiness Consultant [email protected]

Jordan Hermanson Metier Education Consultant [email protected]

Kevin Votaw Metier Education Consultant [email protected]

Sarah Filippi AVID Education Consultant [email protected]

Mary KlammTeacher Recruitment Specialist [email protected]

Meet our staff

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MissionTo build valued relationships and deliver innovative solutions with integrity, exceeding the expectations of our members.

As a champion for education and industry throughout this region, Sourcewell is committed to partnering with local school districts, colleges, businesses, and organizations to increase the high school graduation rate, as well as provide the tools necessary to find meaningful employment.

Career & College Readiness

Content

About career & college readiness ............................... 4

Regional trends & statistics ......................................... 5

Career & college readiness programs ........................ 8

School/business connections & curriculums ........ 12

PreK-12 school staff support ..................................... 18

Minnesota State Centers of Excellence ................... 20

College programs ........................................................ 24

Employment resources .............................................. 30

Free education resources .......................................... 32

4 Sourcewell Career & College Readiness

Career resource collaborationSourcewell seeks to build collaborative partnerships among schools, businesses/industry, agencies, and colleges to provide comprehensive Career and College Readiness Planning by pursuing the following goals:

• Facilitate relationship building and coordination with regional partners to develop alignment of support programs.

• Provide career-planning resources and seek innovative ideas through Innovation Funding projects and research. Sourcewell also provides career-planning data to assist schools in decision making.

• Enhance opportunities for students to participate in real-world work experiences.

• Enhance opportunities for students to earn college credit and skill certificates to improve career knowledge, workforce preparation, and experience business connections.

Trends in our regionThe counties of Cass, Crow Wing, Todd, and Wadena are facing some workforce challenges. We continue to experience skilled labor shortages due to a number of factors. In 2012, there were 2,301 seniors in Region 5 public schools. This number has dropped gradually to 1,881 for the class of 2017. This reflects a drop of 420 students, or 18 percent, in the six-year period. We are also anticipating a large number of retirements from the Baby Boomer generation. This trend is reflected in current low unemployment rates that will likely continue well into the future.

Career Planning focus will be on providing students information to help them make good investments in their education and training experiences to prepare them to be successful in meeting regional employment needs.


2,051

1,706

1,159

1,004

868

661

555Employed full-

or part-time

Completed 4 years of college



Enrolled in college

Graduated high school

Region 5 students in 12th grade345without high school diploma

547with high school diploma only

1551 year of college only

1362 years of college only

2073 years of college only

106Unemployed or underemployed with degree

Region 5 students employed (full or part-time) with a degree. Completion may take longer than four years.

Critical Career line

43%Uneducated workforce

57%College Attendance

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27%

Does not include private high school graduates or students in the military. Persistence is defined as completing program or continuing. Source: MN DEED, MDE SLEDS, and MN School Report Card Data

Region 5 2014 High School Graduation Follow-up


What activities do Region 5 students find helpful in career planning?

The Region 5 senior class of 2018 was surveyed by Minnesota State Community and Technical College as a part of the Career Consortium plan. The following shows the top results based on a response rate of 19 percent.

60% Visited a college/university campus53% Attended a college fair47% Discussed plans with a parent or relative45% Completed college courses in high school41% Met with a teacher in my school41% Took a career interest test37% Completed a career planning survey37% Had work experience

Entry-level/short-term training programs

Successful career planning initiatives focus on the development of K-12 pathways with support for transition from high school to work/post-secondary enrollment. Students benefit from activity-based experiences both inside and outside of the classroom that are linked to careers. Business connections with education are also vital. Sourcewell works with schools to expand career pathways to younger learners, including elementary and middle school students, especially in high-demand career pathways.

$16.75 median hourly wage in Region 5 (approximately $33,500/year)


Retail Salespersons ($22,842)

Teacher Assistants ($30,011)

Registered Nurses ($66,586)

Elementary School Teachers ($54,583)

Personal Care Aides ($23,593)

Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers ($37,682)

Nursing Assistants ($26,525)

Secondary School Teachers ($64,327)

Combined Food Prep & Serving Workers ($20,231)

First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales ($32,367)

Licensed Practical & Vocational Nurses ($38,856)

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School ($56,176)

Cashiers ($20,135) Packaging & Filling Machine Operators ($32,979)

Medical & Clinical Lab Technicians ($45,064)

Child, Family, & School Social Workers ($54,502)

Maids & Housekeeping Cleaners ($22,203)

Team Assemblers ($27,220)

Machinists ($44,748) Mental Health Counselors ($48,744)

Waiters & Waitresses ($20,302)

Maintenance & Repair Workers ($35,289)

Police & Sheriff’s Patrol Officers ($56,782)

Accountants & Auditors ($55,084)

Stock Clerks & Order Fillers ($23,423)

Social & Human Service Assistants ($30,963)

Industrial Machinery Mechanics ($38,825)

Medical & Health Services Managers ($81,821)

Janitors & Cleaners ($30,118)

Office Clerks, General ($31,990)

Emergency Medical Techs & Paramedics ($35,399)

Speech-Language Pathologists ($62,806)

Cooks, Restaurant ($28,887)

Secretaries & Administrative Assistants ($35,139)

Automotive Service Techs & Mechanics ($37,515)

Family & General Practitioners ($190,791)

Laborers & Freight, Stock, & Material Movers ($29,863)

Bus Drivers, School or Special Client ($39,891)

Electricians ($53,398) Industrial Engineers ($64,398)

Less than high school High school or equivalent

Some college or associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Occupations in demand by level of education, 2017

Source: DEED Occupations in Demand


Career & college readiness programs


Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a College Readiness System dedicated to preparing all students for college, career, and other postsecondary choices. AVID opens access to these options by providing students with the tools to be successful, so they can take control of their own learning. Despite the societal and socioeconomic challenges many AVID students face, they have outperformed national averages in key college and career success measures.

Schools Implementing: Little Falls, Pierz, Pillager, Upsala

Bridges Career Academies& Workplace Connection

Bridges Career Academies The Bridges Career Academies & Workplace Connection strives to provide students career awareness, exploration, and preparation to ensure a viable workforce. Bridges provide leadership that engages and empowers students and educational professionals to: explore career pathways, enhance partnership between education and the business community, inspire innovative ideas, and promote regional career opportunities. Bridges projects are divided into three main categories: career exposure, academic enrichment, and career experiences.

Implementation: Participating schools must agree to provide information to students through registration materials and survey students as requested.

Serving: Primarily grades 9-12, with some projects open to middle school students

Cost: There is no cost for students or schools who participate.

Schools Implementing: All Region 5 high schools

Contact: Sarah FilippiSourcewell [email protected]

Tami Martin [email protected]

www.avid.org

Contact: Mary [email protected]

www.BridgesConnection.org



METIER

MetierMetier is a grades 5-9 experiential learning program and lifestyle design game built around flow that guides students to find the truest, happiest, and greatest versions of themselves and the career field that makes them come alive. Flow is an optimal state of consciousness wherein you feel your best and perform at your best. According to research, those with the most flow in their lives are the most satisfied with their lives. Simply put, flow follows focus. By monitoring what gets students into flow, we can help them find their Metier: the job and life they love that love them back.

Program(s) Offered: Metier’s Compass Craftsman (5/6); Metier’s Flowblazers (7/8)

Program Developers: Jordan Herman and Kevin Votaw

Serving: Grades 5-8.

Implementation: Professional development, purchase of program tangibles (journals, binders, games), travel to area industries, tech mobile integration.

Cost: To be determined based on size/number of students.

Schools Implementing: Pillager Area Schools, Pierz Public Schools, Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools

Contact: Jordan [email protected]

Kevin [email protected]

Minnesota Career Information System (MCIS)The Minnesota Career Information System (MCIS) is an Internet-based system that combines a wealth of career, educational, and labor market information into one comprehensive, easy-to-use exploration tool. MCIS Junior is a version for middle school students (not funded). With MCIS, students and clients can:

• Learn about over 520 occupations.• Develop a personal portfolio and personal learning plan.• Research colleges, universities, and career schools.• Find scholarships and financial aid.• Improve job search skills and create a resume.

Cost: The Perkins Consortium currently provides this program for Region 5 schools; however, accountability data shows that this program is under-utilized in our region and funding may not be available next year if use is not increased.

Districts are encouraged to increase the use of this tool by:• Providing staff training at regional MCIS events.• Embedding MCIS into all high school grade levels.• Utilize Sourcewell and MDE support including “MCIS Quick Start” guides.• Provide MCIS demonstrations at staff meetings and trainings.• Utilize the many resources in the Teacher Modules in MCIS for all subject areas.

Schools Implementing: All Region 5 Perkins Schools

Contact: Dorothy WolfMinnesota Career Information System (MCIS)651-582-8475 or [email protected]


Ramp Up to Readiness Ramp Up to Readiness is a comprehensive advisement program to help students in grades 6-12 meet academic, career, personal/social, financial, and admissions readiness goals. It is delivered through weekly half-hour teacher advisement sessions. Sourcewell provides local training for this web-based program. This program works in tandem with MCIS and meets the Personal Learning Plan requirement for students.

Implementation: Schools have the freedom to tailor the curriculum to fit their school, but it is strongly recommended that a Ramp Up Team and coordinator work to develop an advisement program to deliver the 28 lessons and grade-level workshops.

Cost: Access to the web-based program requires a one-time fee. Sourcewell will help school districts cover the cost of the program, which ranges from $700 to $5,000 (based on school size).

Schools Implementing: Pequot Lakes, Royalton, Bertha-Hewitt, Pierz-Healy, Pillager, Pillager Area Charter School, Crosslake Community Charter School, Swanville, Freshwater Education District, Menahga, Wadena-Deer Creek, Lincoln Education Center, and Brainerd Area Education Center

Rural Minnesota CEPCareer Advising and Career Exploration for students in grades 8 -12. ACT/National Career Readiness Certificate, ACT/Career Ready 101, Work Force Immersion Camps, Community-Based Internships, Ramp-Up-To- Readiness Interface, Disability Employment Internship Experience, and FAFSA Parent Consultation.

Rural Minnesota CEP is the federally certified Workforce Investment Board (WIB) and is a partner in the Minnesota Workforce Center System, operating eight Workforce Centers in central, west central, and northern Minnesota.

Serving: Grades 8 - 12

Cost: Varies

Schools Implementing: Brainerd, Little Falls, Pierz, Swanville, Upsala, Browerville, Eagle Valley, Wadena-Deer Creek, Verndale, Staples-Motley/Connections, Menahga, Remer/Northland, Walker/Hackensack/Akeley, Pillager, Pequot Lakes, Pine River-Backus, Crosby, Bertha-Hewitt.

Contact:Craig NathanRural Minnesota [email protected]

www.RMCEP.com

Contact: Bart [email protected] www.rampuptoreadiness.org



School/business connections & curriculums


Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities (CEO)This is a class taken for high school credit that encourages students to become entrepreneurs by visiting local businesses, engaging with a mentor, designing a business plan, and starting their own small business. It is based on the New Effingham model found at: www.effinghamceo.com Program Developer: New Effingham CEO. Administered by a local board of directors.

Serving: Grades 11-12 (application required).

Implementation: Schools must organize a board of directors and seek local businesses to support the program with financial and in-kind support.

Cost: The board is responsible for seeking business partners and raising support for the program that includes teacher salary and other expenses.

Schools Implementing: Staples-Motley, Verndale, and Wadena-Deer Creek offer a cooperative program.

Competitions - Robotics and OtherListed below are competitions available to schools. While program costs vary, many schools seek business sponsors to provide these programs to students.

First Lego League - www.firstlegoleague.orgVEX Robotics - www.vexrobotics.comFirst Robotics - www.mnfirstregional.orgBest Robotics - www.mnbest.org

Contact:Cindi KollCreating Entrepreneurial Opportunities (CEO)[email protected]

www.effinghamceo.com

Contact: Bart [email protected]

CompetitionsROBOT I C S

CREATING ENTREPRENEURIAL

OPPORTUNITIES



Junior Achievement of The Upper MidwestJunior Achievement of the Upper Midwest offers financial literacy, career and college readiness, and entrepreneurship education to K-12 students throughout the Brainerd Lakes Area. JA empowers students to make a connection between what they learn in school and how it can be applied in the real world – enhancing the relevance of their classroom learning and increasing their understanding of the value of staying in school. Curriculum is delivered by local volunteers, thereby engaging the entire community in the educational process while connecting students with area professionals. JA high school programs help students make informed, intelligent decisions about their financial and professional future, and foster skills that will be highly useful in the business world.

Program Developer: Junior Achievement

Serving: K-12

Cost: Our relevant, experiential programs are offered at little or no cost to schools and align with national and local curriculum standards.

Schools Implementing: Brainerd, Pillager, Crosby-Ironton, Pequot Lakes, and Staples-Motley with opportunity for expansion to other districts.

Sourcewell online course offerings Sourcewell provides online classes through Fuel Education and Edmentum for students. These classes can be for credit recovery, elective courses, foreign languages, and much more. New offerings include Career Technical Ed Pathways that lead to industry licensure in ag, health careers, business, computer programming, hospitality, and more. Courses can be delivered in a standard online format or in a blended format. Sourcewell will assist with the cost of industry license tests for qualifying students. Some examples include medical assisting, pharmacy tech, C++ / Java programming, and game design.

Program Developer: Sourcewell works with vendors to facilitate the program.

Serving: Grades 9-12

Implementation: Schools allow students to choose classes and forward registrations to Sourcewell and pay course fees. A coordinator is needed to facilitate the program at a local level, which may include facilitating business mentoring/shadowing experiences.

Cost: $350 per semester class (less for blended classes).

Schools Implementing: Browerville, Menahga, Staples-Motley, and Verndale.

Contact:Katie [email protected]

Contact:Amy GrayJunior Achievement of The Upper Midwest218-454-1520

www.jaum.org


Project Lead the Way (PLTW)PLTW provides training, support, and equipment for teaching a problem-based curriculum for K-12 students in a variety of engineering areas. Certified high school programs are able to provide dual credit. Schools can work directly with PLTW to implement the program. Teacher training and equipment purchase from PLTW are necessary. Sourcewell supports the K-5 Launch program financially and with resource support. Regional trainings will be hosted by Sourcewell.

Cost: Participation cost varies, but usually requires additional funding sources.

Schools Implementing: Junior/senior high: Brainerd, Cass Lake-Bena, Menahga, Pequot Lakes, Pierz -Healy, Pine River, Royalton, and Wadena-Deer Creek.

Elementary: Cass Lake-Bena, Menahga, Pine River-Backus, Royalton, Staples-Motley, Park Rapids, and Pierz Pioneer.

Pro-Start Culinary ProgramPro-Start is a culinary certification program for high school students, grades 9-12. To complete the two-year program, a student takes 320 hours of classroom study. Hospitality Minnesota’s Education Foundation and the National Restaurant Association provide teacher training, workshops, and curriculum. Grants are available for new programs, as well as culinary mentorships.

Serving: Grades 9-12

Implementation: Schools must assign an instructor for this program and allow them access to training. Area chefs provide regular, in-school training and lesson preparation.

Cost: Costs vary based on available lab, but start-up can range from $1,500 to 5,000 with grants available from the Hospitality Minnesota Education Foundation.

Schools Implementing: Pillager, Staples Motley, Brainerd, Pequot Lakes, and Aitkin.

Contact:Cyndi KleesePro-Start Culinary Program 651-925-4012

www.hospitalitymn.org

Contact: Bart [email protected]



Student Careers in ConstructionProgram Developer: Mid-Minnesota Builder Association (MMBA)


Implementation: Schools must be willing to host a hands-on event featuring construction careers.

Cost: No cost to participating schools.

Schools Implementing: Piloted in Pequot Lakes and Pillager in 2017, and available to Crow Wing, lower part of Cass and Crow Wing counties.

Technology Mobile Technology Mobile is a professional library of technological STEAM equipment shared by K-12 teachers throughout Region 5. It is operated through collaborative efforts from Central Lakes College, Sourcewell, and Minnesota State Wadena. Technology Mobile provides many benefits:

• Ability to borrow exemplary hands-on STEAM classroom materials from its collection valued at over $750,000.

• Participation in professional development services.• Access to classroom demonstrations and other hands-on STEAM projects

throughout the school year.• Involvement in the STEAM Education Community of Region 5.

Cost: Schools pay a fee based on annual student enrollment: • District I: 0-500 students: $1,500• District II: 501 -1,500 students: $3,000• District III: 1,501 -3,000 students: $4,500• District IV: 3,001 -up students: $6,000

Implementation: Bertha-Hewitt, Browerville, Pillager, Pine River-Backus, Menahga, Staples-Motley, Upsala, and Verndale.

Contact: Colleen Faacks Mid-Minnesota Builder [email protected]

www.midmnba.org

Contact:Alicia GreenCLC - [email protected]

region5mobiletech.com

Student Careers in


YES! Youth Eco Solutions YES! connects youth with real-world energy action projects. It engages students in service-learning opportunities while developing leadership, team building, and project-planning skills.

Program Developer: Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center


Implementation: A designated coach and students excited to work toward clean energy and waste-reduction solutions in their school and community.

Cost: $550 for a year-long program. Project seed funds are available.

Contact:Ali DahmesWest Central YES! 320-354-5894 or 320-444-2434

www.youthenergysummit.org



PreK-12 school staff support


Minnesota School Counselor Association The Minnesota School Counselor Association promotes excellence in the profession of school counseling by providing the leadership, advocacy, support, and resources needed to instill student success in school, home, and the global community. The program has developed a counselor evaluation tool, based on the American School Counseling Association National Standards, that can be used to determine proper job roles for counselors.

Serving: PreK-college counselors.

Counselor/Career Planning Network: This group provides professional development opportunities for area counselors and career specialists grades k-12. The group will focus on program development in the areas of academics, personal/social skills, and career planning. It includes speakers, best practice sharing, and regional updates. Meeting dates are Oct. 3, Dec. 5, Feb. 6, and April 3.

Contact: Bart Graves, [email protected]

www.mnschoolcounselors.org

Region 5 Career & College CalendarCareer & College Readiness events are posted to a calendar accessible by all in Region 5. Event categories include students (open to all) and staff, and are available as a link on the bottom of the Bridges Connection website. Events can be posted (pending approval) directly on the site. Program Developer: Bridges and Sourcewell.

Contact:Mary Gottsch, Bridges Bart Graves, Sourcewell218-822-7117 [email protected] [email protected]

https://chamber.bridgesconnection.org/events

Bridges Career Academies& Workplace Connection

PreK-12 school staff support

Teacher Summer Externship Opportunity Connecting teachers with business/industry leaders is a key element in Career Readiness. Sourcewell will sponsor week-long Externships for teachers to work with a local business to help build school-business relationships. Four days of working with the business are followed by a day to develop a plan to incorporate business concepts/skills into the classroom. In this paid experience, teachers will gain firsthand experience in building connections with area businesses, recognizing the skills needed for success, and developing real-world connections to curriculum with the goal of helping students. Interested teachers should contact Bart Graves at [email protected] for more information or to receive an application. Applications are due March 1.

Contact:Bart Graves, [email protected]

www.sourcewell-mn.gov/education


Minnesota State Centers of Excellence


Ag Centric Ag Centric offers an introduction to technology associated with the Agriculture Career Pathways. The organization visits a school or career fair with its technology trailer to provide hands-on activities and career exploration. All equipment in the trailer comes with lesson plans that instructors can pick up and use. Ag In the Classroom includes many lessons that can be used in elementary and middle school classrooms.

Ag Trailer is available with a variety of curriculum modules. More information, including scheduling, is at https://agcentric.org/what-we-do/advocate-agriculture/

Program Developer: Ag Centric and staff from Central Lakes College, Ridgewater College, and Northland Community and Technical College.

Serving: Grades 9-12, with some ag education for primary grades.

Implementation Requirements: Need school access to classrooms or parking lot for access to trailer. No advance training is required.

Cost: Negotiable.

Schools Implementing: New program

Dream It. Do It. Minnesota Minnesota State Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence | ATE Regional Center engages industry to educate, provide resources, and host events, including the Statewide Tour of Manufacturing, to engage youth and their influencers about modern manufacturing careers to develop the next generation of skilled workers. Minnesota State Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence | ATE Regional Center works closely with Lakes Area Manufacturers Alliance.

Implementation: Teacher guide and youth outreach materials are free to use. Dream It. Do It. Minnesota also provides a number of resources including:

• Statewide Tour of Manufacturing (free)• Teacher Guide• Adopt-a-School Guide• Manufacturing Career Tool• Build It Better game app• Career Success Skills modules


Cost: Resources are free. Cost of events varies.

Schools Implementing: Verndale (Robotics Competition)

Contact:Judy BarkaAg [email protected]

www.agcentric.org

Contact: Jaimee Meyer Dream It. Do It. Minnesota218-755-2206 [email protected]

www.dreamitdoitmn.com



HealthForce Minnesota HealthForce Minnesota is the health care-focused Center of Excellence of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. Its key initiatives include health care career exploration and health science curriculum. The organization offers high school and middle school “Scrubs Camps” in partnership with colleges and community groups throughout the state to spark an interest in health care career fields. Healthforce also offers a “Health Care Core Curriculum” (HCCC) as a foundational course for high school students to start on a health career pathway, as well as learning resources for other high school and college courses. SCRUBS Camp is an opportunity for students to experience medical careers in the summer. CLC sponsors a camp for grades 8 and 9 students.

Serving: Grades 6-12 (Scrubs Camps), grades 12-post-secondary (HCCC and other health science resources).

Cost: Scrubs Camps are funded through a combination of registration fees and community support, which varies for each community. The HCCC “Educate the Educator” course is $140, and an optional online HCCC is available for a $500 annual lease.

Schools Implementing: HCCC—Brainerd, Pierz-Healy, Little Falls, and Walker-Hackensack-Akeley

Minnesota State Manufacturing Center of Excellence ATF Regional Center360 eTECH is a foundational manufacturing program with advanced certificates designed to help students and working adults enter a career in manufacturing or improve their career outlook. The programs are mainly online and are offered through reputable and accredited select Minnesota state institutions, including Central Lakes College.

Program is open to eligible high school students (grades 10-12) and to working adults. The high school is expected to provide needed support to students as they pursue these certificates. All students must meet college admission and program requirements.

Serving: Grades 10-12 and working adults.

Cost: $187/credit + cost of fees, books, and/or online subscriptions. High school contract pricing is available, in addition to accessing via PSEO.

Schools Implementing: Central Lakes College.

Contact:Sue SellandMinnesota State Manufacturing Center of Excellence ATF Regional [email protected]

www.360etech.org

Contact:Anthony SchaffhauserHealthForce Minnesota [email protected]

www.healthforceminnesota.org


Minnesota State Transportation Center of Excellence Minnesota State Transportation Center of Excellence serves as a Minnesota State College and University (MnSCU) Center of Excellence and is engaged with industry, K12 education, and higher education to attract, prepare, and train the next generation of highly skilled workers for the transportation industries. Services include MN Transportation, Internship, and Registered Apprenticeship Education (MN-TIRE), Youth Summer Camps for Career Exploration in transportation careers, Transportation Careers Exploration Mobile Outreach Program, and more to come in the future. The Transportation Center also has a trailer available for schools to experience various transportation careers.

Serving: The MTCOE serves primarily students in middle, secondary, and post-secondary transportation (and closely related) career programs; however, a large student base of undecided and career-seeking students, both youth and adult, is served through various programs.

Cost: Free.

Schools Implementing: New program.

“Get Into Energy” – Consider a career in energy!The Minnesota Energy Center consists of 10 Minnesota State colleges working together to provide energy education across the state. Approximately 40 academic programs are offered through this group of colleges. These programs are developed and managed in partnership with a wide variety of energy industry businesses and corporations. The entire partnership is focused on preparing the best educated workforce in an effort to build and maintain the energy industries both now and in the future. Energy Science Trailer is available at no cost! Your school can utilize a number of energy-related curriculum kits. Energy Education for Educators Workshops are held every summer.

Contact: Chris HadfieldMinnesota State Transportation Center of [email protected]

www.minntran.org

Contact: Bruce Peterson Get Into [email protected]

energycareersminnesota.com


Sourcewell Career & College Readiness

College programs


American Institute for NonDestructive Testing (AINDT)The American Institute for Nondestructive Testing is a licensed, private career school in Baxter that trains students how to perform the necessary tests to locate the indicators and discontinuities that may cause failures or shutdowns in systems or equipment. Program graduates go on to work for companies that test parts used to manufacture planes, trains, and automobiles.

AINDT offers the most convenient and affordable Nondestructive Testing (NDT) training program available. Its blended learning program offers the convenience of online NDT training from wherever participants live, followed by hands-on NDT training at the Baxter facility. The combination of an online NDT curriculum, followed by 18 days of hands-on training using the most up-to-date NDT equipment, will provide the skills needed to enter a rewarding career in nondestructive testing.

The NDT training program includes all required study material and books for online training (approximately six months) and 18 days of hands-on training. The training program prepares participants for NDT certification by an NDT employer.

AINDT’s online learning system allows students flexibility to meet their personal education goals. This portion of the NDT training can be started at any time.

Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Cost: $9,995

Contact:Dan BoothAmerican Institute for NonDestructive Testing (AINDT)

855-313-0325

www.trainingndt.com

College programs


Carl D. Perkins ConsortiumCareer and Technical Education (CTE) The Central Lakes Perkins Consortium is a collaboration of 22 high schools and Central Lakes College. The Consortium works toward meeting five state and national Perkins goals:

• Designing programs of study• Effectively using employer, community, and education partnerships• Improving services to special populations• Enabling student transitions in education and employment• Sustaining the consortium structure

Perkins funds can be used only in licensed CTE programs with approved programs.Perkins funds are used to support the above five goals. Funds support improving high school and college CTE programs, consortium activities, and professional development.

Implementation: MDE-approved CTE programs with a licensed instructor at the secondary level. CTE programs at the postsecondary level.

Serving: Students in CTE programs with a CTE-licensed teacher with an approved CTE in grades 9-12 and college CTE programs

Cost: No cost to participate

Schools Implementing: Aitkin, Bertha-Hewitt, Brainerd, Browerville, Crosby-Ironton, Freshwater Education District, Henning, Isle, Little Falls, Long Prairie, Menahga, Onamia, Pequot Lakes, Pierz-Healy, Pillager, Pine River-Backus, Sebeka, Staples-Motley, Swanville, Upsala, Verndale, and Wadena-Deer Creek.

Central Lakes College - Advanced Standing Articulation Agreements Central Lakes College faculty members have worked with high school teachers to identify course competencies that are common at both the high school and college levels. Advanced Standing courses are taught by high school instructors. College credit is obtained when the college receives the student’s certificate of completion and high school transcript for the high school Advanced Standing course. Advance Standing courses offer credit toward a Career and Technical Program at CLC.


Cost: Free.

Schools Implementing: All Region 5 high schools.

Contact:Rebekah KentCentral Lakes [email protected]

www.clcmn.edu

Contact:Mary WardFreshwater Education District218-894-2439 x1004 [email protected]

Paul PreimesbergerCentral Lakes [email protected]

Rebekah KentCentral Lakes [email protected]

www.clcmn.edu


College in the Schools (CIS) Program Central Lakes CollegeCollege in the Schools Program is a partnership with local high schools, giving them an opportunity to strengthen their academic course offerings while providing high school students a jumpstart on earning college credit. Students experience the academic rigor of college curriculum and strengthen their study skills in a high school environment. Upon high school graduation, students who have participated in the CIS program make a smooth transition into a college setting. The College in the Schools Program is fully accredited by the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP). This accreditation demonstrates that the CIS Program at Central Lakes College meets or exceeds rigorous national standards of quality in the areas of curriculum, instructors, students, assessment, and program evaluation.

Serving: Grades 10-12 (must meet admissions requirements).

Cost (school rate): $2,000 per CIS course.

Schools Implementing: All Region 5 high schools.

Concurrent Enrollment ProgramAcademics/K12 CollaborationM State’s Concurrent Enrollment Program delivers rigorous, college-level courses taught in the high school by approved high school instructors. Concurrent enrollment course offerings include Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses and career and technical courses. Through this program, eligible students have the opportunity to earn early college credit, saving them time and money and giving them a boost in their postsecondary future. M State’s Concurrent Enrollment Program is accredited by the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP). Detailed information is available at www.minnesota.edu/concurrent.


Cost: Costs vary based on number of courses offered.

Schools Implementing: Serving 30+ schools in Minnesota.

Contact:Megan AdamczykM [email protected]

Contact: Phillip OlsenCLC218-855-8035 [email protected]

www.clcmn.edu/pseo-ecollege

College programs


eCampus in the High SchoolAcademics/K12 CollaborationMn State Community and Technical CollegeeCampus in the High School (eCHS) provides partner high schools and their students with access to online college-level courses in several goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum and technical course options. Through eCampus in the High School, students have the opportunity to remain in their high school setting while taking online college courses that provide rich content and experience with a method of learning they will surely encounter as they continue their education and career aspirations.


Cost: Costs vary based on numbers of students participating.

Schools Implementing: Bertha-Hewitt, Sebeka, Verndale, and Wadena.

Online College in the High School (OCHS)College Transfer, Career and Technical Courses, Distance MinnesotaOnline College in the High School (OCHS) is a Distance Minnesota program that offers college transfer, career, and technical courses to high school students through a distance-learning format. Students receive high school credit and college credit at the same time. Students do not travel to campus, as the colleges serve them online in the high school setting. Online courses are taught by Alexandria Technical and Community College, Northland Community and Technical College, and Northwest Technical College. Courses are reserved for high school students. College faculty members are experienced in online teaching. Students are provided easy-to-use technologies.

Students applying to OCHS must meet eligibility requirements. Schools must provide proctor supervision, student access, and other requirements to help provide for student success.


Cost: High schools are guaranteed a credit rate below $178. In recent years, the average cost for a three-credit class was $387, or $129 per credit.

All high schools are eligible to participate in the program.

Contact:Megan AdamczykeCampus in the High School218-846-3867 [email protected]

www.minnesota.edu/echs

Contact:Mary WardFreshwater Education District218-894-2439, ext. 1004 [email protected]

OnlineCollegeintheHighSchool.org


PSEO OnlineCentral Lakes CollegePSEO Online allows high school students to not only remain in their high school classrooms while learning with their high school peers, but they also are given the opportunity to take college courses online. PSEO eCollege courses are taught by CLC instructors for both college credit and high school credit. Online courses are now a common part of the college experience and this program provides high school students the experience of online learning in a high school environment while receiving dual credit. For additional flexibility, each high school determines the time and place for coursework.

Implementation: To participate in the PSEO program, students must inform their school district by May 30 of each year of the intent to enroll in any post-secondary courses during the following school year and meet CLC PSEO admissions requirements.


Cost (school rates): $155 per credit. School districts are responsible for purchasing their own textbooks, and this flat rate is inclusive of tuition and all fees.

Open to all high schools.

Contact:Phillip OlsenCLC218-855-8035 [email protected]

www.clcmn.edu/college-credit-in-high-school

Skilled Trade DegreesAcademics/K12 CollaborationM State Community and Technical CollegeM State’s Wadena campus offers a variety of high-wage, high-demand career programs, including: nursing, HVAC, electrical technology, gas utility construction and service, electrical line worker, cosmetology, massage therapy, manicurist, esthetist, and business entrepreneurship. M State Wadena also offers an Associate of Arts degree.

Serving: Ages 17-65

Cost: Varies according to program of study.

Open to all students.

Contact:Shannon BrittenM StateShannon [email protected]

www.minnesota.edu

College programs


Employment resources


AgriGrowth Job Exchange A centralized entry point for agriculture job seekers and employers. AgriGrowth is partnering with RealTime Talent to host the AgriGrowth Job Exchange – a cutting-edge matching technology that will transform the candidate recruitment process and streamline how employers and candidates connect with each other during the job and internship search process.www.agcentric.org/what-we-do/career-planning/job-exchange/

Bridges Career DepotThe “Jobs Train” search offers easy-to-use listings of paid work (jobs), internships, apprenticeships, service learning projects, or volunteer opportunities. Simply search by job category, town, and eligible age for each position. Located at chamber.bridgesconnection.org/jobs

MN Merit System MN Merit System provides state job listings for social service positions that range from entry level to highly educated positions. High school students with an interest in social service careers can benefit from awareness of this site: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem

Sourcewell College Internship Program Sourcewell facilitates internships for local college students in everything from grant writing and public works to administration and social services. Interns connect on a semester basis and receive $12 an hour for up to 40 hours a week. To establish an internship, contact Anna Gruber at 218-895-4135 or [email protected]

Workforce Centers Workforce Centers (Brainerd/Wadena/Little Falls) provide assistance to employment seekers through staff assistance, computer access, career fairs, trainings, job listings, and much more. MinnesotaWorks.net is maintained by MN DEED and provides searchable job listings by area. Job seekers can post a resume, sign up for job notifications, and much more. The job listings can be found at “Preview Current Job Openings” at www.minnesotaworks.net

Employment resources


Free education resources



Budgeting/Financial Aid

Financial Aid 101 A CAREERwise link that is also a good resource for financial aid filing.www.iseek.org/education/aid101.html

Free Application for Financial Aid (FAFSA)Not only the place to apply for aid, but has also been recently expanded to provide comprehensive financial aid information and planning resources. Seniors should complete the Free Application for Student Aid beginning in October. BEWARE: Make sure you are on the official FAFSA website. There are a number of scam websites that will ask for a fee. NEVER pay to file.www.fafsa.ed.gov/

H&R Block Budget Challenge A free curriculum called “The Budget Challenge” simulates life experiences and provides awards to those doing best in the challenge. www.hrblockdollarsandsense.com

Career Trend Videos

The Entitlement Creed Eric Chester answers the question “What do employers expect from their employees?” www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2SwHMaQZF8

A playlist comprised of three videos highlighting the direction of today’s workforce and what it means for our youth. Gain a better understanding of preparing students for post-secondary life.

Success in the New Economy – Substance Media Inc., supported by Citrus College

The Insufficient Degree – Jacob Morgan, The Future Organization

The 5 Trends Shaping the Future of Work – Dr. Kevin Fleming, New World of Work

www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4pyNcgpy0LXlKhRIRzd20A75Yv4Z0eWD


Local & State Follow-up Data

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (MN DEED) A wealth of data regarding employment statistics, current job listings, and news articles relevant to workforce planning. www.mn.gov/deed/

DEED also has an Economic Development Report for Region 5 at www.mn.gov/deed/assets/rp_edr5_090418_tcm1045-133255.pdf

SLEDSData on graduation and college attendance from Minnesota and your school.

www.sleds.mn.gov



Work Skills Curriculum/Resources

ACT ProfileA comprehensive career management system that can be set up by educators for their students.

www.act.org/profile/

Adopt a Business-School Partnership Manual from MDE A guide to help build business and school partnerships.

Bridges Speakers BureauFind local speakers to present to your classroom

www.bridgesconnection.org

Career Wise Education Online career information, assessment, training information (including college), and much more developed by the MN State University System. www.careerwise.mnscu.edu

Engineering Curriculum for K-12 Educatorswww.TeachEngineering.org

Get STEM of MinnesotaA variety of resources for incorporating STEM into your classroom. You can also subscribe to weekly email updates.

www.getstem-mn.com

HealthForce MinnesotaHealth care resources, camps, curricula, and resources for K-12 educators.

www.healthforceminnesota.org

Microsoft in EducationMicrosoft programs training, curriculum sharing, virtual field trips, and specific STEM content. Teachers must register for an account.

https://education.microsoft.com

Military Careers www.todaysmilitary.com provides information about all aspects of careers in the military including opportunities, compensation, benefits, and more.

OnshapeComputer Aided Design (CAD) course and software for a teacher-friendly way to teach CAD to students.

www.onshape.com/edu/instructor-kit

Sourcewell Library Resources available for free checkout on a variety of educational topics. Career resources include a classroom set of Eric Chester’s “Bring your ‘A’ Game to Work,” Chad Foster’s “Preparing Teens for the Real World,” STEM resources, and more.

TruityFree personality test and career profile.

www.truity.com

VocopherCareer workbook for students.

http://www.vocopher.com/csi/cci_workbook.pdf

888-894-1930 | www.sourcewell-mn.gov

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