Ruben Mata

Social Services (Counselor)Audio Video Communications

1/14/2011

Introduction to Counseling I became interested in counseling after my sister had a

stress meltdown. I came to realization that I wanted to be there for people in psychological need. My interest was further fueled after I read one of my sister’s psychology text books. By pursuing a career in Counseling, not only would I be doing something I would enjoy, but I would have a great time receiving the education needed to get there.

Introduction to Audio/Video Communications I chose Audio Video Communications because

my I’ve seen people editing videos and it just looked really cool. It looks like something that would take precision and skill. I’ve done a few sound editing projects myself and it was quite load of fun.

Counseling Basic OverviewThe main purpose of counseling is to provide

support and solutions on a variety of aspects for either individuals or larger groups such as families or smokers. They may also recommend you to a higher authority such as rehab

Jobs Available in FieldDrug Counseling

School Counselor

Marriage Counselor

Anger Management

Person Evaluation

PerksI get to meet interesting people

I get to build a safe environment that people feel comfortable in

I learn to evaluate others but also myself

Specialized SchoolsArgosy University Orange County

Capella University

Walden University

Video/Sound Editor OverviewThe main duties of and audio/video tech are to

ensure the followingSound/Video syncQuality Special FxBroadcastingTime ManagementEquipment Management

Jobs Available in FieldTV broadcasting supervisor

Audio Dubbing

Special Effects coordinator

Recording Engineer

PerksTeam work

Work with good gear

I get my name in the credits

Specialized SchoolsITT Tech

Westwood College

The Arts Institute of California

CompareBoth require advanced schooling

Average of $45,000 per year salary

Both fields are expected to grow in the next decade

ContrastCounseling Audio/Visual TechWork directly with client

More open ended work

Could obtain training in University

Work with equipment

Routine work

Have to attend specialized college

Final ThoughtsAfter researching these 2 careers I mostly

learned salary and education information. Aside from what I learned I also came to a possible verdict as to what I might end up choosing. I want to work for the social services either in the counseling or evaluation department. I want to work in a field the betters the world in which we live.

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"Audio Visual Communications Degree." CollegeGrad.com. Web. 18 Jan. 2011. <http://www.collegegrad.com/education/communications/audio-visual-communications/>.

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